Item Q5BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
AGENDA ITEM SUMMARY
Meeting Date: May 15, 2013 Division: County Administrator
Bulk Item: Yes No _ Department: County Administrator
Staff Contact /Phone #: Rhonda Haag, 453-8774
AGENDA ITEM WORDING: Approval of a contract with AMEC Environment & Infrastructure,
Inc. in the amount of $37,725; to perform an extensive analysis of the existing canal documentation,
conduct field visits to the estimated 502 canals in the County, recommend the top 15 proposed
demonstration sites, and in coordination with the County and the Canal Restoration Subcommittee
recommend the final estimated five (5) demonstration projects to be designed and constructed.
ITEM BACKGROUND: A Request for Quotes was issued to three continuing services engineering
firms on April 19, 2013. Quotes were opened, and AMEC responded with the lowest quote of $37,725.
A statement of No Response was received from the second and third firms.
PREVIOUS RELEVANT BOCC ACTION:
1. March 21, 2012 the BOCC granted approval and authorized execution of Item 6 Grant Agreement
from FDEP for a Grant to fund Phase 1 of the Canal Management Master Plan.
2. June 20, 2012, the BOCC approved the grant application submitted to EPA, which requested
$100,000 in grant funds and specified a $10,000 match of in -kind services.
3. September 19, 2012, the BOCC approved the revenue -producing grant agreement from EPA that
will fund this Task Order with AMEC.
4. February 20, 2013 the BOCC approved FDEP Grant S0640 providing $100,000 of funding of work
to perform bathymetric surveys and also approved a $100,000 Task Order with AMEC to perform the
work.
5. March 20, 2013, the BOCC approved $5 million for the canal restoration demonstration projects.
CONTRACT/AGREEMENT CHANGES: None
STAFF RECOMMENDATIONS: Approval
TOTAL COST: $37,725 INDIRECT COST: BUDGETED: Yes No X
DIFFERENTIAL OF LOCAL PREFERENCE: N/A
COST TO COUNTY: $37,725 SOURCE OF FUNDS: FL - Soy
REVENUE PRODUCING: Yes —No X AMOUNT PER MONTH Year
APPROVED BY: County Atty 1' ONIB/Purchasing Risk Management
DOCUMENTATION:
Included X Not Required
DISPOSITION: AGENDA ITEM # CAD #
MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
CONTRACT SUMMARY
Contract with: AMEC
May 15, 2013
September 30, 2013
Contract Purpose/Description:
This contract shall authorize AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. to perform an
Contract #
Effective Date:
Expiration Date:
work, to recommend 15 sites for the canal demonstration projects, to then be narrowed_
to the final 5 estimated number of project sites. AMEC shall work with the County and the
Canal Restoration Subcommittee in the process of final selection.
Contract Manager: Rhonda Haag
(Name)
for BOCC meeting on 05/15/13
8774 CAD M.S. #26
(Ext.) (Department/Stop #)
genda Deadline: 04/30/13
CONTRACT COSTS
Total Dollar Value of Contract: $ _37,725 Current Year Portion: $ 37,725
Budgeted? Yes❑ No ® Account Codes: 'ivy - 2 ao -5&0 tv? - !Lt3d2 - 53n3
Grant: $ no
County Match: $
ADDITIONAL COSTS
Estimated Ongoing Costs: $0 /yr For: N/A
of included in dollar value above e . maintenance, utilities, janitorial, salaries, etc.)
CONTRACT REVIEW
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Comments:
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VA
CONTRACT
FOR
ENGINEERING SERVICES
FOR THE
SELECTION OF CANAL DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS
THIS Contract made and entered into this 15t' day of May, 2013 by and between
Monroe County, a political subdivision of the State of Florida, whose address is 1100
Simonton Street. Key West Florida, 33040 its successors and assigns hereinafter referred
to as the "COUNTY," through the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners
(BOCC), the Owner, and AMEC Environment and Infrastructure Inc., whose address is
5845 NW 158a' Street. Miami. Florida 33014 its successors and assigns, hereinafter
referred to as "CONSULTANT",
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, the COUNTY benefits economically and environmentally by having non -
unpaired water quality in its canals and near shore waters; and
WHEREAS, the COUNTY has completed Phase I of the Canal Management Master Plan
and is currently underway with Phase H to better understand the condition of the water
quality in its 502 canals; and
WHEREAS, the COUNTY has agreed to proceed with several demonstration projects to
test various methods - for canal restoration techniques to verify the applicability,
feasibility, effectiveness and costs in real time of the techniques on the canals; and
WHERAS, the COUNTY issued a Request For Quotes for a firm to perform an extensive
analysis of the documentation and conduct field visits to the canals and to then select the
sites for the demonstration projects; and
WHEREAS, the CONTRACTOR provided the lowest responsive Quote;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of mutual promises, covenants and agreements
stated herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is
hereby acknowledged, COUNTY and CONSULTANT agree as follows:
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By executing this Agreement, the CONSULTANT makes the following express
representations and warranties to the COUNTY:
1.1.1 The CONSULTANT shall maintain all necessary licenses, permits or other
authorizations necessary to act as CONSULTANT for the Project until the
CONSULTANT'S duties hereunder have been satisfied;
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1.1.2 The CONSULTANT has become familiar with the Project site(s) and the local
conditions under which the Projects are to be selected for further design,
engineering, construction, and implementation;
1.1.3 The CONSULTANT shall prepare all documents required by this Agreement in
such a manner that they shall be in conformity and comply with all applicable
law, codes and regulations. The CONSULTANT warrants that the documents
prepared as a part of this Contract will be adequate and sufficient to accomplish
the purposes of the Project, therefore, eliminating any additional costs due to
missing or incorrect design elements in the deliverables;
1.1.4 The CONSULTANT assumes full responsibility to the extent allowed by law with
regards to his performance and those directly under his employ.
1.1.5 The CONSULTANT'S services shall be performed as expeditiously as is
consistent with professional skill and care and the orderly progress of the Project.
In providing all services pursuant to this agreement, the CONSULTANT shall
abide by all statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations pertaining to, or regulating
such services, including those now in effect and hereinafter adopted. Any
violation of said statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations shall constitute a
material breach of this agreement and shall entitle the COUNTY to terminate this
agreement immediately upon delivery of written notice of termination to the
CONSULTANT.
1.1.6 At all times and for purposes under this agreement the CONSULTANT is an
independent contractor and not an employee of the Board of County
Commissioners for Monroe County. No statement contained in this agreement
shall be construed so as to find the CONSULTANT or any other of his/her
employees, contractors, servants, or agents to be employees of the Board of
County Commissioners for Monroe County.
1.1.7 The CONSULTANT shall not discriminate against any person based on race,
creed, color, national origin, sex, age or any other characteristic or aspect which is
not related, in its recruiting, hiring, promoting, terminating, or other area affecting
employment under this agreement or with the provision of services or goods
under this agreement.
ARTICLE H
SCOPE OF BASIC SERVICES
2.1.1 The CONSULTANT will perform for the COUNTY services as described in
Attachment A. Scope of Basic Services and Attachment B — Quote Response
from AMEC.
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2.1.2 The CONSULTANT will complete all services for the COUNTY no later than
ninety (90) days from execution of the CONTRACT. This CONTRACT shall
expire September 30, 2013.
2.2 CORRECTIONS OF ERRORS, OMMISSIONS, DEFICIENCIES
2.2.1 The CONSULTANT shall, without additional compensation, promptly correct
errors, omissions, deficiencies, or conflicts in the work product of the
CONSULTANT or its subconsultants, or both.
2.3 NOTICE REQUIREMENTS
2.3.1 All written correspondence to the COUNTY shall be dated and signed by an
authorized representative of the CONSULTANT. Any notice required or
permitted under this agreement shall be in writing and hand delivered or mailed,
postage prepaid, to the COUNTY by certified mail, return receipt requested, to
the following:
Ms. Rhonda Haag
Monroe County Sustainability Office
102050 Overseas Highway, Ste. 212
Key Largo, FL 33037
And:
Mr. Roman Gastesi, Jr.
County Administrator
1100 Simonton Street
Key West, FL 33040
For the Consultant:
AMEC Environment and Infrastructure, Inc.
Jose R. Perez, Miami Lakes Office manager
5845 NW 158t' Street
Miami, FL 33014
3.1 The services described in this Article III are not included in Basic Services. They
shall be paid for by the COUNTY as provided in this agreement as an addition to the
compensation paid for the Basic Services but only if approved by the COUNTY before
commencement, and as follows:
A. Providing services of CONSULTANT for other than the previously listed
consulting scope of Project provided as apart of Basic Services.
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B. Providing any other services not otherwise included in this Agreement or not
customarily furnished in accordance with generally accepted consulting
practice.
C. Providing representation before public bodies in connection with the Project,
upon approval by the COUNTY.
3.2 If Additional Services are required, such as those listed above, the COUNTY shall
issue a letter requesting and describing the requested services to the CONSULTANT.
The CONSULTANT shall respond with fee proposal to perform the requested services.
Only after receiving an amendment to the Agreement and a notice to proceed from the
COUNTY, shall the CONSULTANT proceed with the Additional Services.
4.1 The COUNTY shall provide full information regarding requirements for the project
including physical location of work, county maintained roads and maps.
4.2 The COUNTY shall designate Monroe County's Sustainability Office to act on the
COUNTY'S behalf with respects to the Project. The COUNTY or Monroe County's
Sustainability Office shall render decisions in a timely manner pertaining to documents
submitted by the CONSULTANT in order to avoid unreasonable delay in the orderly and
sequential progress of the CONSULTANTS services.
4.3 Prompt written notice shall be given by the COUNTY and its representative to the
CONSULTANT if they become aware of any fault or defect in the Project or
nonconformance with the Agreement Documents. Written notice shall be deemed to have
been duly served if sent pursuant to paragraph 2.3.
4.4 The COUNTY shall furnish the required information and services and shall render
approvals and decisions as expeditiously as necessary for the orderly progress of the
Consultants services and work of the contractors.
4.5 The COUNTY'S review of any documents prepared by the CONSULTANT or its
subconsultants shall be solely for the purpose of determining whether such documents are
generally consistent with the COUNTY'S criteria, as, and if, modified. No review of such
documents shall relieve the CONSULTANT of responsibility for the accuracy, adequacy,
fitness, suitability or coordination of its work product.
4.6 The COUNTY shall provide copies of necessary documents required to complete
the work.
4.7 Any information that may be of assistance to the CONSULTANT that the
COUNTY has immediate access to will be provided as requested.
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ARTICLE V
5.1.1 The CONSULTANT covenants and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless
COUNTY/Monroe County and Monroe County Board of County Commissioners
from any and all claims for bodily injury, including death, personal injury, and
property damage, including property owned by Monroe County, and any other
losses, damages, and expenses, including attorneys fees, court costs and
expenses, which arise out of, in connection with, or by reason of services
provided by the CONSULTANT or Subcontractor(s) in any tier, occasioned by
the negligence, errors, or other wrongful act or omission of the CONSULTANT
in any tier, their employees, or agents.
5.1.2 The first ten dollars ($10.00) of remuneration paid to the CONSULTANT is for
the indemnification provided for above. The extent of liability is in no way
limited to, reduced, or lessened by the insurance requirements contained
elsewhere within this agreement. Should any claims be asserted against the
COUNTY by virtue of any deficiency or ambiguity in the plans and specifications
provided by the CONSULTANT, the CONSULTANT agrees and warrants that he
shall hold the COUNTY harmless and shall indemnify him from all losses
occurring thereby and shall further defend any claim or action on the COUNTY'S
behalf.
5.1.3 In the event the completion of the project (to include the work of others) is
delayed or suspended as a result of the CONSULTANT'S failure to purchase or
maintain the required insurance, the CONSULTANT shall indemnify COUNTY
from any and all increased expenses resulting from such delays. Should any
claims be asserted against COUNTY by virtue of any deficiencies or ambiguity in
the plans and specifications provide by the CONSULTANT the CONSULTANT
agrees and warrants that CONSULTANT hold the COUNTY harmless and shall
indemnify it from all losses occurring thereby and shall further defend any claims
or action on the COUNTY'S behalf.
5.1.4 The extent of liability is in no way limited to, reduced or lessened by the
insurance requirements contained elsewhere within the Agreement.
5.1.5 This indemnification shall survive the expiration or early termination of the
Agreement.
ARTICLE VI
PERSONNEL
6.1 PERSONNEL
The CONSULTANT shall assign only qualified personnel to perform any service
concerning the project. At the time of execution of this Agreement, the parties anticipate
that the following named individuals will perform those functions as indicated:
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NAME
Wendy Blondin, P.G.
Mr. Michael Nardone, P.G.
Mr. Lance Lumbard, CLP
Ms. Charlene Stroehlen, PE
Mr. Stephen Hanks, PE
k'[JNCTION Ms.
Project Manager
Principal in Charge
Water Quality
Engineering
GIS Database Management
So long as the individuals named above remain actively employed or retained by the
CONSULTANT, they shall perform the functions indicated next to their names. If they
are replaced the CONSULTANT shall notify the COUNTY of the change immediately.
7.1 PAYMENT SUM
7.1.1 The COUNTY shall pay the CONSULTANT in current funds for the
CONSULTANT'S performance of this Agreement the Total Lump Sum Amount
of Thirty Seven Thousand Seven Hundred Twenty Five Dollars ($37 725 00).
7.2 PAYMENTS
7.2.1 For its assumption and performances of the duties, obligations and responsibilities
set forth herein, the CONSULTANT shall be paid monthly, based on a percentage
of completion.
(A) If the CONSULTANT'S duties, obligations and responsibilities are
materially changed by amendment to this agreement after execution of this
Agreement, compensation due to the CONSULTANT shall be equitably
adjusted, either upward or downward;
(B) As a condition precedent for any payment due under this Agreement, the
CONSULTANT shall submit monthly, unless otherwise agreed in writing
by the COUNTY, an invoice to the COUNTY requesting payment for
services properly rendered and reimbursable expenses due hereunder. The
CONSULTANT'S invoice shall describe with reasonable particularity the
service rendered. The CONSULTANT'S invoice shall be accompanied by
such documentation or data in support of expenses for which payment is
sought that the COUNTY may require.
(C) For the performance of the optional additional services and contingent
additional services described in Article III of this contract, provided same
are first authorized in writing by the COUNTY, the CONSULTANT shall
be paid hourly at the rates to be negotiated.
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7.3 REE%IBURSABLE EXPENSES
7.3.1 Reimbursable expenses are not authorized under this CONTRACT.
7.4 BUDGET
7.4.1 The CONSULANT may not be entitled to receive, and the COUNTY is not
obligated to pay, any fees or expenses in excess of the amount budgeted for this
Agreement in each fiscal year (October 1 - September 30) by COUNTY'S Board of
County Commissioners. The budgeted amount may only be modified by an affirmative
act of the COUNTY' S Board of County Commissioners.
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8.1.1 The CONSULTANT shall obtain insurance as specified and maintain the required
insurance at all times that this Agreement is in effect. In the event the completion
of the project (to include the work of others) is delayed or suspended as a result of
the CONSULTANT'S failure to purchase or maintain the required insurance, the
CONSULTANT shall indemnify the COUNTY from any and all increased
expenses resulting from such delay.
8.1.2 The coverage provided herein shall be provided by an insurer with an A.M. Best
Rating of VI or better, that is licensed to do business in the State of Florida and
that has an agent for service of process within the State of Florida. The insurance
certificate shall contain an endorsement providing sixty (60) days notice to the
COUNTY prior to any cancellation of said coverage. Said coverage shall be
written by an insurer acceptable to the COUNTY and shall be in a form
acceptable to the COUNTY.
8.1.3 CONSULTANT shall obtain and maintain the following policies:
A. Workers' Compensation insurance as required by the State of Florida,
sufficient to respond to Chapter 440 Florida Statutes.
B. Employers Liability Insurance with limits of $1,000,000 per Accident,
$1,000,000 Disease, policy limits, $1,000,000 Disease each employee.
C. Comprehensive business automobile and vehicle liability insurance covering
claims for injuries to members of the public and/or damages to property of
others arising from use of motor vehicles, including onsite and offsite
operations, and owned, hired or non -owned vehicles, with One Million
Dollars ($1,000,000.00) combined single limit and One Million Dollars
($1,000,000.00) annual aggregate.
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D. Commercial general liability, including Personal Injury Liability insurance
covering claims for injuries to members of the public or damage to property of
others arising out of any covered act or omission of the CONSULTANT or
any of its employees, agents or subcontractors or subconsultants, including
Premises and/or Operations, Products and Completed Operations, Independent
Contractors; Broad Form Property Damage and a Contractual Liability
Endorsement with One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence and
annual aggregate.
An Occurrence Form policy is preferred. If coverage is changed to or
provided on a Claims Made policy, its provisions should include coverage for
claims filed on or after the effective date of this Agreement. In addition, the
period for which they may be reported must extend for a minimum of 48
months following the termination or expiration of this Agreement.
E. Professional liability insurance of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) per
claim and Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) annual aggregate. If the
policy is a "claims made" policy, CONSULTANT shall maintain coverage or
purchase a "tail" to cover claims made after completion of the project to cover
the statutory time limits in Chapter 95 of the Florida Statutes.
F. COUNTY shall be named as an additional insured with respect to
CONSULTANTS liabilities hereunder in insurance coverage identified in
Paragraphs C and D.
G. CONSULTANT shall require its subconsultants to be adequately insured at
least to the limits prescribed above, and to any increased limits of
CONSULTANT if so required by COUNTY during the term of this
Agreement. COUNTY will not pay for increased limits of insurance for
subconsultants.
H. CONSULTANT shall provide to the COUNTY certificates of insurance or
will make copies of policies available for County to review including
those naming the COUNTY as an additional insured by including any
subsection hereunder.
I. If the CONSULTANT participates in a self-insurance fund, a Certificate of
Insurance will be required. In addition, the CONSULTANT may be required
to submit updated financial statements from the fund upon request from the
COUNTY.
8.2 APPLICABLE LAW
This contract is governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Venue for any litigation
arising under this contract must be in Monroe County, Florida.
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9.1 SECTION HEADINGS
Section headings have been inserted in this Agreement as a matter of convenience of
reference only, and that it is agreed that such section headings are not a part of this
Agreement and will not be use in the interpretation of any provisions of this Agreement.
9.2 OWNERSHIP OF THE PROJECT DOCUMENTS
The documents prepared by the CONSULTANT for this Project belong to the COUNTY
and may be reproduced and copied without aclmowledgement or permission of the
CONSULTANT.
9.3 SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
The CONSULTANT shall not assign or subcontract its obligations under this Agreement
except in writing and with the prior written approval of the Board of County
Commissioners for Monroe County and the CONSULTANT, which approval shall be
subject to such conditions and provisions as the Board may deem necessary. This
paragraph shall be incorporated by reference into any assignment or subcontract and any
assignee or subcontractor shall comply with all of the provisions of this Agreement.
Subject to the provisions of the immediately proceeding sentence, each party hereto binds
itself; its successors, assignees and legal representatives to the other and to the
successors, assigns and legal representatives of such other party. The CONSULTANT
shall not assign its right hereunder, excepting its right to payment, nor shall it delegate
any of its duties hereunder without the written consent of the COUNTY.
9.4 NO THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES
Nothing contained herein shall create any relationship, contractual or otherwise, with or
any rights in favor of, any third party.
9.5 TERAUNATION
A. In the event the CONSULTANT shall be found to be negligent in any aspect of
service, the COUNTY shall have the right to terminate this Agreement after five (5) days
written notification to the CONSULTANT.
B. The COUNTY may terminate this Agreement without cause by giving the other party
sixty (60) days written notice of its intention to do so.
9.6 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
The contract documents consist of the Request for Quotes (RFQ), any addenda, the Form
of Agreement (Articles I-XV), the CONSULTANT'S response to the RFQ, the
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documents referred to in the Form of Agreement as a part of this Agreement, and the
attachments and modifications made after execution by written amendment. In the event
any conflict between any of those Agreement documents, the one imposing the greater
burden on the CONSULTANT will control.
9.7 PUBLIC ENTITIES CRIMES
A person or affiliate who has been place on the convicted vendor list following a
conviction for public entity crime may not submit a bid on contracts to provide any goods
or services to a public entity, may not submit a bid on a contract with a public entity for
the construction or repair of a public building or public work, may not submit bids on
leases of real property to public entity, may not be awarded or perform work as a
contractor, supplier, subcontractor, or consultant under a contract with any public entity,
and may not transact business with any public entity in excess of the threshold amount
provided in Section 287.017 of the Florida Statutes, for CATEGORY TWO for a period
of 36 months from the date of being placed on the convicted vendor list.
By signing this Agreement, CONSULTANT represents that the execution of this
Agreement will not violate the Public Entity Crimes Act (Section 287.133, Florida
Statutes), Violation of this section shall result in termination of this Agreement and
recovery of all moneys paid hereto, and may result in debarment from COUNTY'S
competitive procurement activities.
In addition to the foregoing, CONSULTANT fiuther represents that there has been no
determination, based on an audit that it or any subconsultant has committed an act
defined by Section 287.133, as "public entity crime", and that it has not been formally
charged with committing an act defined as a "public entity crime" regardless of the
amount of money involved or whether CONSULTANT has been placed on the convicted
vendor list.
CONSULTANT will promptly notify the COUNTY if it or any subcontractor or
subconsultant is formally charged with an act defined as a "public entity crime" or has
been placed on the convicted vendor list.
9.8 MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS
CONSULTANT shall maintain all books, records, and documents directly pertinent to
performance under this Agreement in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles consistently applied. Records shall be retained for a period of five years from
the termination of this Agreement. Each party to this Agreement or their authorized
representatives shall have reasonable and timely access to such records of each other
party to this Agreement for public records purposes during the term of the Agreement and
for four years following the termination of this Agreement. If an auditor employed by the
County or Clerk determines that monies paid to CONSULTANT pursuant to this
Agreement were spent for purposes not authorized by this Agreement, the
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CONSULTANT shall repay the monies together with interest calculated pursuant to Sec.
55.03, FS, running from the date the monies were paid to County.
9.9 GOVERNING LAW, VENUE, INTERPERTATION, COST AND FEES
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the
State of Florida applicable to contracts made and to be performed entirely in the State. In
the event that any cause of action or administrative proceeding is instituted for the
enforcement or interpretation of this Agreement, COUNTY and CONSULTANT agree
that venue will lie in the 16TH Judicial Circuit, Monroe County, Florida, in the
appropriate court or before the appropriate administrative body in Monroe County,
Florida. This Agreement shall not be subject to arbitration. The County and
CONSULTANT agree that, in the event of conflicting interpretations of the terms or a
term of this Agreement by or between any of them the issue shall be submitted to
mediation prior to the institution of any other administrative or legal proceeding.
9.10 SEVERABILITY
If any term, covenant, condition or provision of this Agreement (or the application
thereof to any circumstance or person) shall be declared invalid or unenforceable to any
extent by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining terms, covenants, conditions
and provisions of this Agreement, shall not be affected thereby, and each remaining term,
covenant, condition and provision of this Agreement shall be valid and shall be
enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law unless the enforcement of the remaining
terms, covenants, conditions and provisions of this Agreement would prevent the
accomplishment of the original intent of this Agreement. The County and
CONSULTANT agree to reform the Agreement to replace any stricken provision with a
valid provision that comes as close as possible to the intent of the stricken provision.
9.11 ATTORNEY'S FEES AND COSTS
The COUNTY and CONSULTANT agree that in the event any cause of action or
administrative proceeding is initiated or defended by any party relative to the
enforcement or interpretation of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to
reasonable attorney's fees and court costs expenses, as an award against the non -
prevailing party, and shall include attorney's fees and courts costs expenses in appellate
proceedings, as an award against the non -prevailing party. Mediation proceedings
initiated and conducted pursuant to this Agreement shall be in accordance with the
Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and usual and customary procedures required by the
circuit court of Monroe County.
9.12 BINDING EFFECT
The terms, covenants, conditions, and provisions of this Agreement shall bind and inure
to the benefit of the COUNTY and CONSULTANT and their respective legal
representatives, successors, and assigns.
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9.13 AUTHORITY
Each party represents and warrants to the other that the execution, delivery and
performance of this Agreement have been duly authorized by all necessary COUNTY
and corporate action, as required by law.
9.14 CLAIMS FOR FEDERAL OR STATE AID
CONSULTANT and COUNTY agree that each shall be, and is, empowered to apply for,
seek, and obtain federal and state funds to further the purpose of this Agreement;
provided that all applications, requests, grant proposals, and funding solicitations shall be
approved by each party prior to submission.
9.15 ADJUDICATION OF DISPUTES OR DISAGREEMENTS
COUNTY and CONSULTANT agree that all disputes and disagreements shall be
attempted to be resolved by meet and confer sessions between representatives of each of
the parties. If no resolution can be agreed upon within 30 days after the first meet and
confer session, the issue or issues shall be discussed at a public meeting of the Board of
County Commissioners. If the issue or issues are still not resolved to the satisfaction of
the parties, then any party shall have the right to seek such relief or remedy as may be
provided by this Agreement or by Florida law. This provision does not negate or waive
the provisions of paragraph 9.5 concerning termination or cancellation.
9.16 COOPERATION
In the event any administrative or legal proceeding is instituted against either party
relating to the formation, execution, performance, or breach of this Agreement,
COUNTY and CONSULTANT agree to participate, to the extent required by the other
party, in all proceedings, hearings, processes, meetings, and other activities related to the
substance of this Agreement or provision of the services under this Agreement.
COUNTY and CONSULTANT specifically agree that no party to this Agreement shall
be required to enter into any arbitration proceedings related to this Agreement.
9.17 NON DISCREMINATION
CONSULTANT and COUNTY agree that there will be no discrimination against any
person, and it is expressly understood that upon a determ;nation by a court of competent
jurisdiction that discrimination has occurred, this Agreement automatically terminates
without any further action on the part of any party, effective the date of the court order.
CONSULTANT and COUNTY agree to comply with all Federal and Florida statutes,
and all local ordinances, as applicable, relating to nondiscrimination. These include but
are not limited to: 1) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (PL 88-352) which
prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin; 2) Title IX of the
Education Amendment of 1972, as amended (20 USC ss. 1681-1683, and 1685-1686),
which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex; 3) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation
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Act of 1973, as amended (20 USC s. 794), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of
handicaps; 4) The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (42 USC ss. 6101-6107)
which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age; 5) The Drug Abuse Office and
Treatment Act of 1972 (PL 92-255), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the
basis of drug abuse; 6) The Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention,
Treatment and Rehabilitation Act of 1970 (PL 91-616), as amended, relating to
nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or alcoholism; 7) The Public Health
Service Act of 1912, ss. 523 and 527 (42 USC ss. 690dd-3 and 290ee-3), as amended,
relating to confidentiality of alcohol and drug abuse patent records; 8) Title VIII of the
Civil Rights Act of 1968 (42 USC s. et seq.), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination
in the sale, rental or financing of housing; 9) The Americans with Disabilities Act of
1990 (42 USC s. 1201 Note), as maybe amended from time to time, relating to
nondiscrimination on the basis of disability, 10) Any other nondiscrimination provisions
in any Federal or state statutes which may apply to the parties to, or the subject matter of,
this Agreement.
9.18 COVENANT OF NO INTEREST
CONSULTANT and COUNTY covenant that neither presently has any interest, and shall
not acquire any interest, which would conflict in any manner or degree with its
performance under this Agreement, and that only interest of each is to perform and
receive benefits as recited in this Agreement.
9.19 CODE OF ETHICS
COUNTY agrees that officers and employees of the COUNTY recognize and will be
required to comply with the standards of conduct for public officers and employees as
delineated in Section 112.313, Florida Statutes, regarding, but not limited to, solicitation
or acceptance of gifts; doing business with one's agency, unauthorized compensation;
misuse of public position, conflicting employment or contractual relationship; and
disclosure or use of certain information.
9.20 NO SOLICITATION/PAYMENT
The CONSULTANT and COUNTY warrant that, in respect to itself, it has neither
employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working
solely for it, to solicit or secure this Agreement and that it has not paid or agreed to pay
any person, company, corporation, individual, or firm, other than a bona fide employee
working solely for it, any fee, commission, percentage, gift, or other consideration
contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. For the breach
or violation of the provision, the CONSULTANT agrees that the COUNTY shall have
the right to terminate this Agreement without liability and, at its discretion, to offset from
monies owed, or otherwise recover, the full amount of such fee, commission, percentage,
gift, or consideration.
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9.21 PUBLIC ACCESS
The CONSULTANT and COUNTY shall allow and permit reasonable access to, and
inspection of, all documents, papers, letters or other materials in its possession or under
its control subject to the provisions of Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, and made or
received by the CONSULTANT and COUNTY in conjunction with this Agreement; and
the COUNTY shall have the right to unilaterally cancel this Agreement upon violation of
this provision by CONSULTANT.
9.22 NON -WAIVER OF EVIMUNITY
Notwithstanding the provisions of Sec. 768.28, Florida Statutes, the participation of the
CONSULTANT and the COUNTY in this Agreement and the acquisition of any
commercial liability insurance coverage, self-insurance coverage, or local government
liability insurance pool coverage shall not be deemed a waiver of immunity to the extent
of liability coverage, nor shall any contract entered into by the COUNTY be required to
contain any provision for waiver.
9.23 PRIVILEGES AND MAJUNNITY
All of the privileges and immunities from liability, exemptions from laws, ordinances,
and rules and pensions and relief, disability, workers' compensation, and other benefits
which apply to the activity of officers, agents, or employees of any public agents or
employees of the COUNTY, when performing their respective functions under this
Agreement within the territorial limits of the COUNTY shall apply to the same degree
and extent to the performance of such functions and duties of such officers, agents,
volunteers, or employees outside the territorial limits of the COUNTY.
9.24 LEGAL OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Non -Delegation of Constitutional or Statutory Duties. This Agreement is not intended to,
nor shall it be construed as, relieving any participating entity from any obligation or
responsibility imposed upon the entity by law except to the extent of actual and timely
performance thereof by any participating entity, in which case the performance may be
offered in satisfaction of the obligation or responsibility. Further, this Agreement is not
intended to, nor shall it be construed as, authorizing the delegation of the constitutional or
statutory duties of the COUNTY, except to the extent permitted by the Florida
constitution, state statute, and case law.
9.25 NON -RELIANCE BY NON-PARTIES
No person or entity shall be entitled to rely upon the terms, or any of them, of this
Agreement to enforce or attempt to enforce any third -party claim or entitlement to or
benefit of any service or program contemplated hereunder, and the CONSULTANT and
the COUNTY agree that neither the CONSULTANT nor the COUNTY or any agent,
officer, or employee of either shall have the authority to inform, counsel, or otherwise
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indicate that any particular individual or group of individuals, entity or entities, have
entitlements or benefits under this Agreement separate and apart, inferior to, or superior
to the community in general or for the purposes contemplated in this Agreement.
9.26 ATTESTATIONS AND TRUTH IN NEGOTATION
CONSULTANT agrees to execute such documents as the COUNTY may reasonably
require including a Public Entity Crime Statement, an Ethics Statement, and a Drug -Free
Workplace Statement. Signature of this Agreement by CONSULTANT shall act as the
execution of a truth in negotiation certificate stating that wage rates and other factual unit
costs supporting the compensation pursuant to the Agreement are accurate, complete, and
current at the time of contracting. The original contract price and any additions thereto
shall be adjusted to exclude significant sums by which the agency determines the contract
price was increased due to inaccurate, incomplete, or concurrent wage rates and other
factual unit costs. All such adjustments must be made within one year following the end
of the Agreement.
9.27 NO PERSONAL LIABILITY
No covenant or agreement contained herein shall be deemed to be a covenant or
agreement of any member, officer, agent or employee of Monroe County in his or her
individual capacity, and no member, officer, agent or employee of Monroe County shall
be liable personally on this Agreement or be subject to any personal liability or
accountability by reason of the execution of this Agreement.
9.28 EXECUTION IN COUNTERPARTS
This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be
regarded as an original, all of which taken together shall constitute one and the same
instrument and any of the parties hereto may execute this Agreement by signing any such
counterpart.
[THIS SPACE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK]
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, each party caused this Agreement to be executed by its duly
authorized representative on the day and year first above written.
(SEAL)
Attest: CLERK
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Deputy Clerk
Date:
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MONROE COUNTY ATTORNEY
APPROVED AS TO FOB:
NA ILEENE W. CASSEL
ASSISTANT COUNTY ATT RNEY
Date
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A. Background: The County has initiated the last of its wastewater projects that will
eliminate sewage releases into canal and near shore waters. The completion of the
wastewater projects will help clean up degraded near shore waters of the Florida Keys
and prevent against further degradation. However, the wastewater projects won't
eliminate the pollution already in the canal waters and the. organics and pollutants that
have settled up to several feet deep on the bottoms of many of the canals. Pollutants
become trapped at the canal bottoms due to poor canal flushing. The County is now
moving forward with canal restoration demonstration projects that will remove the
pollutants and organics from the affected canals. Canal restorations will enhance
flushing, which will remove some trapped pollutants in the water column.
Construction of residential canals in the Florida Keys was initiated in the mid-20th
century, before resource managers fully understood their impacts on local water quality
and broader coastal ecosystems. Many of the 502 canal systems currently present in the
Keys were excavated to depths of 20 to 25 feet in order to maximize production of fill
material. Many canal systems were designed as long, multi -segmented, dead-end
networks which maximize waterfront property but provide little or no tidal flushing and
accumulate nutrients and decomposing organic material.
B. Regulatory: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has
determined that the water quality is impaired in multiple water bodies (WBIDS)
throughout the Florida Keys. The Florida Keys Reasonable Assurance Documentation
Update of 2011 (FKRAD Update)
htty://www.det).state.fl.us/water/watersheds/docs/bmV/keys-rad:update-2011 pdf
outlined extensive waste water and storm water restoration activities to address the
nutrient impairments from these sources. However, DEP recognizes that even after the
restoration and management activities detailed in the RAD are completed, water quality
in many canals will likely not achieve Class III marine standards, as required by State
water quality regulations.
Canal restoration, including hydrological improvements, to improve tidal flow and
reducing input of floating sea weed will be required. The poor water circulation, weed
wrack, organic sediments, and/or deep water depth, were the cited reasons. Since the
canals discharge directly to nearshore Outstanding Florida Waters in the Florida Keys
National Marine Sanctuary (FKNMS), where DEP adopted a "zero -degradation" policy
for marine waters, addressing on -going canal water quality impairment is of utmost
importance.
Water quality conditions within various canal size classifications were evaluated as part
of the 2003 Monroe County Residential Canal Inventory and Assessment. During the
evaluation period, canal water quality was significantly poorer than the baseline reference
for total nitrogen and total phosphorus for all canal types except Jumbo which was not
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significantly different for total phosphorus and likely a result of small sample size (refer
to table below). Dissolved oxygen concentration within these canals is often less than 1.0
mg/l.
Summary of Water Quality for all Canals in The Florida Keys
(from Monroe County Canal Inventory and Assessment 2003 Report)
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QUALU' Y `
DESIGNATION
WATER
QUALrYRY
PARAMETER
MEDIAN
MAX
::: MIDI
JUMBO
POOR
Temperature (°C)
29.6
35.3
16
(> 10 hectares)
Salinity (ppt)
36.65
37.2
26
Very limited
Total Nitrogen
26.81
263.3
8.8
sampling,
especially in
Total Phosphorus
0.36
2.7
0.1
winter
Chlorophyll a
0.54
15.22
0
LARGE
POOR
Temperature CC)
29.9
41.5
15.0
(between 2-10
Salinity (ppt)
35.2
50.3
8.8
hectares)
Total Nitrogen
31.6
184.65
8.33
Better
representation
Total Phosphorus
0.39
10.09
0
of POOR water
quality
Chlorophyll a
0.49
23.09
0
MEDIUM
FAIR
Temperature CC)
26.5
38.5
14
(between 0.6 to
Salinity (ppt)
36.7
59.1
12.2
2 hectares2)
Total Nitrogen
29.39
145.78
0.33
Total Phosphorus
0.32
44.39
0
Chlorophyll a
0.38
19
0
SMALL
FAIR TO GOOD
Temperature CC)
26.8
41.5
15
(less than 0.6
Salinity (ppt)
37.3
46.4
0.3
hectares)
Total Nitrogen
32.39
149.32
7.72
Total Phosphorus
0.34
4.75
0.06
Chlorophyll a
0.43
4.79
0
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Cluster `B"
BASELINE
Temperature CC)
27.5
39.6
15.1
Keys Nearshore
Salinity (ppt)
36.3
40
29.5
Waters 2001-
Total Nitrogen
13.25
85.88
1.78
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Monitoring
Chlorophyll a
0.23 1.79 0
1. Values that are statistically different from the nearshore
water baseline are shown in
OLD.
2. Definitions of the canal size categories is contained in the 2003 Monroe County
Residential Canal
Monroe County will now implement canal restoration techniques that will improve the
water quality in the Florida Keys canals and thus in the near shore waters affected by
canal outflow. A Monroe County CMMP is underway and is evaluating the conditions of
the Keys canals, prioritizing the need for water quality improvement, and identifying
appropriate restoration options for each canal. A Phase I CMMP completed in June 2012
initiated the canal restoration process. The complete CMMP will be completed in June
2013.
C . SCOPE. The County plans to construct and implement Federal and State -mandated
canal restoration projects in the Florida Keys, as specified in the Monroe County Canal
Management Master Plan (CMMP)
httv://www.monroecounty-fl.gov/DocumentCenterNiew/5301.
When completed, the projects will result in significantly reduced nutrient loading to the
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, improved water quality in the Sanctuary, and
compliance with mandatory state water quality standards and relevant federal and state
regulatory standards.
The scope of services for the Canal Demonstration Project Selection includes a
professional engineering evaluation process used to determine the top 15 potential
demonstration canal restoration sites to be selected (to include 3 of each of the specified
technologies), based upon a technical selection screening process to be developed for
approval by the County, that includes environmental, water quality and other factors as
outlined in the Canal Management Master Plan that is currently under development.
The project includes canals with impaired water quality projects located throughout the
entire Florida Keys, in Monroe County. The cities of Key West, Marathon, Layton, and
Key Colony Beach; Village of Islamorada, and unincorporated Monroe County are
included. The map areas included can be found at bq://www.monroecounty-
fl.,Rov/DocumentCenterNiew/5306. A list of the Keys' canals can be viewed at
httT)://www.mouroeggEpbL-fl.gov/DocumentCenterNiew/5312.
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Coordination of approvals from homeowners shall be provided. In addition, complete
documentation for the recommendations for the top 15 projects, including anticipated
costs, and a list of the permits shall be required. The Consultant shall use a selection and
ranking process approved by the County and the Canal Restoration Subcommittee to
determine the final 5 demonstration sites and projects. Each shall implement a different
type of restoration technology — and be most applicable for each site.
D. TECHNOLOGIES: To address the specific Class III water quality exceedances (DO,
nutrients) within the canals and surrounding near shore waters, several technologies are
being evaluated in the CMMP and are proposed to be implemented as part of this grant
including: (1) removal of organic accumulation (e.g. dredging), (2) minimisation of
further organic accumulation via weed gates, (3) circulation of water within canals via
pumping systems, (4) culvert connections to facilitate water movement using natural tidal
flow; (5) backfilling of too -deep canals and/or 6) any other technology the consultant
may recommend. These technologies will address the "legacy" load and will enhance the
wastewater treatment improvements already made or underway within the watersheds as
part of the RAD. The proposed technologies will target water quality improvements
using several strategies necessary for ecosystem recovery.
1. Removal of accumulated organic matter within the canals will prevent future release
and cycling of nutrients resulting from bacterial decomposition during oxic conditions as
well as release of iron-complexed phosphorus during anoxic conditions (e.g., Hupfer and
Lewandowski, 2008).
2. Weed gates will provide a physical barrier to minimise additional accumulation of
organics once the legacy organics have been removed.
3A 4. Pumping systems and culvert connections will facilitate oxygenation of
otherwise stagnant water which is expected to provide desirable fish habitat within the
canals. The third strategy will be enhanced by achievement of reduced biological oxygen
demand as a result of the first two strategies.
5. Backfilling of too -deep canals will remove the stagnant water column that occurs
below canal depths of 8 feet.
Estimated Costs: The likely cost to implement the canal restorations is thought to range
from $191-$298 mullion, based upon a preliminary assessment of canal conditions and
assumptions regarding design and construction costs. The estimated number of canals
that may require restoration is only preliminary and will be revised as additional data is
collected and evaluated. It is assumed that some canals may achieve adequate water
quality improvement through the installation of waste water collection and treatment
systems alone and will not require additional canal restoration. The tables below have
been provided to illustrate the range in total restoration costs as well as variation between
technologies.
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Estimated Number of Canal Restorations by Selected Technoioav
Weed
Scenario
Wrack
Organics
Removal
Pumping
Culverts
Backfilling
Total
Gate
Low Range
62
31
20
20
140
173
High Range
172
154
134
13
160
1254
Technical Feasibility: The canal restoration technologies being proposed have been
identified in the CMAIP and address two major water quality issues: seaweed loading
(both prevention of future impacts and removal of existing accumulated organics) and
improvement in canal flushing to restore the natural tidal flow and circulation via culverts
or pumps that was destroyed during the canal construction. These technologies include:
1. Installation of weed wrack gates/air bubble curtains
2. Removal of accumulated organics from canal bottoms
3. Culvert installation to enhance tidal flow
4. Pumping to enhance circulation.
5. Backfilling
Each of these technologies has been implemented at one or more canal sites in the Keys.
Weed Wrack Gates/Air Bubble Curtains: Severe water quality problems in the Keys
canals has resulted from excessive amounts of weed wrack (floating seaweed) entering
the canals, fouling the water, and becoming trapped in the dead end sections of the
canals. The orientation and prevailing winds at many canals do not allow the weed wrack
to float back out of the canals, so it becomes trapped, decays and drops to the canal
bottom, where it uses up dissolved oxygen and emits hydrogen sulfide and methane
gases. Photographs are attached http://www.monroecount-
fl.gov/DocumentCenterNiew/5311 that show examples of this problem. Weed wrack
gates in combination with air bubble curtains have been shown to be the most effective
method for preventing weed wrack from entering the canals. The Phase I CNRVIP includes
conceptual designs of this system.
Removal of Accumulated Organics: Even when seaweed is prevented from entering a
canal, the existing accumulated organics are still an on -going source of water quality
impairment. The removal of organics from the canal bottoms through hydraulic dredging
or other technique will remove this on -going source. Under a current FDEP Grant #
50640, surveyors are collecting canal bathymetry data to determine the natural depth of
the canals and the amount of accumulated organics. The FDEP grant scope also includes
sampling the organic material to determine the physical and chemical properties to assist
in final design for removal, dewatering and disposal options. Although each organic
sediment removal project varies depending on specific objectives, local conditions, and
disposal options, similar projects have recently been completed in Florida with positive
water quality response.
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Culverts to Enhance Tidal Flow and Improve Circulation: The construction of homes
in many parts of the Keys created long, multi -segmented, dead-end canal networks which
maximize waterfront property but provide little or no tidal flushing and thus accumulate
nutrients and decomposing organic material. Now that nutrient loading from septic tanks
has been significantly reduced there are many canal systems that still have water quality
impairment due to lack of natural flushing. The Keys have a natural tidal flow that can
be utilized to improve water quality. Culverts, typically concrete box type, can be
installed between canals or between canals and thin land strips to improve flushing.
Pumpingto o Improve Circulation: For canal systems that do not have an accessible area
to install a culvert, a pump can be installed to promote water circulation within a canal.
Water can be pumped from a `dead end' canal to an enhanced mangrove water treatment
area or water from a nearby near shore area can be pumped into the canal to increase
dissolved oxygen levels and assist with flushing. Pump installations will be designed to
prevent adverse secondary effects such as resuspension of sediments, bottom scouring, or
negative impacts to the near shore waters. The Phase I CMMP contains a conceptual
design for a pumping system in Marathon which was designed to pump in Florida Bay
water to the dead end of the canal.
The County is also interested in other restoration methods that may exist but are not
discussed here. The respondent may provide any additional information for other
technologies.
E. PROJECT SELECTION
The Consultant will develop the list of 15 potential demonstration sites, and then work
closely with the County to determine the final 5 demonstration projects.
A detailed description of each proposed restoration technology for each site shall be
provided, and include a list of the components, permits, and other issues as applicable.
F. DOCUMENTS
The Consultant shall prepare, for approval by the County, a detailed list of the 15
proposed demonstration projects, and shall include a ranking sheet, permit criteria, access
potential, and preliminary design and construction cost estimates. This list shall be
narrowed to an estimated five (5) sites by working closely with the COUNTY and the
Canal Restoration Subcommittee. Each site shall employ a different restoration
technology.
The Consultant shall use due care in determining permit requirements and shall meet with
regulatory agencies as necessary to determine specific permit requirements.
NOTE: The projects are not located on COUNTY property, but rather on property owned
by private homeowners. The CONSULTANT must coordinate awareness and acceptance
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with the homeowners in each demonstration project area. The CONSULTANT shall also
identify easements and access to the separate sites, and provide preliminary
recommendations for disposal of any spoil material, and identification of any issues
related to the design or construction which could affect project cost.
The Consultant shall document all meetings and conversations with residents, regulatory
agencies, and others related to the performance of the Work. Work required by the
Consultant to conform documents to federal, state, city, county, or agency specifications
to allow them to be approved shall be completed at no charge or cost to the County,
unless said requirements are changed during the course of the project.
G. ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION COST
Contemporaneously with the submission of the final 5 projects, the Consultant shall
submit to the County in writing its final estimate of the estimated engineering design,
construction administration and also contractor's anticipated bid price for each of the
Demonstration Projects.
The Engineering and Construction Cost shall be the total estimated engineering and
construction bid cost to the County of all elements of EACH of the Projects designed or
specified by the Consultant.
The Engineering and Construction Cost shall include the cost at current market rates of
labor and materials and Equipment designed, specified, selected or specially provided for
by the Consultant, plus a reasonable allowance for Contractor's overhead and profit.
The Engineering and Construction cost does not include the compensation of the
Consultant and the Consultant's consultants, the costs of land, rights -of -way, financing or
other costs which are the responsibility of the homeowners or County.
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ATTACHMENT B
CONSULTANT'S QUOTE
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Monroe County
Board of County Commissioners
Statement of Quotes for Engineering Services for
Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects
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April 30, 2013
Ms. Rhonda Haag
Sustainability Manager
Monroe County Sustainability Office
102050 Overseas Highway, Suite 212
Key Largo, Florida 33037
Re: Engineering Services for Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects
Dear Ms. Haag:
AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (AMEC) is very pleased to submit our Statement of Quotes to Monroe County for
Engineering Services for Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects. AMEC pledges to optimize our services and keep things
as simple as possible, provide outstanding value for the County's dollars spent, provide exceptional client service, deliver
products on time and within budget, and be proactive in preventing and avoiding risk to the County.
Why choose AMEC? AMEC's team offers the County a broad and comprehensive group of experts with a variety of
technical backgrounds. AMEC can provide full support with the capacity to handle the tasks required under this contract.
AMEC is a global multidisciplinary architectural and engineering firm located in Miami Lakes with offices throughout Florida.
Our geologists, water resource engineers, civil engineers, planners, environmental scientists, and GIS/CADD specialists
have years of experience completing projects similar in nature to the services requested in this RFQ. AMEC (formerly
MACTEC Engineering & Consulting, Inc.) in 2003 completed the initial Monroe County effort to inventory and assess all
the residential canals in the Keys. In 2012, AMEC in association with Monroe County was awarded a Florida Department
of Environmental Protection (DEP) grant to initiate a Canal Management Master Plan (CMMP) — Phase 1. AMEC, in
association with Monroe County, was also awarded an EPA grant to complete the CMMP (Phase 2). While Phase I
addressed only 23 canal systems, Phase 2 addresses all of the approximately 502 residential canals in the Florida Keys.
AMEC Florida Regional Manager Mr. Michael Nardone, PG, will be assigned as the Principal -in -Charge of this engagement
and to assure all of AMEC's resources are fully available to assist in the successful implementation of any task. Mr. Jose
R. Perez, AIA, LEED AP, CGC, our Miami Lakes Office Manager, is authorized to negotiate with the County. Ms. Wendy
Blondin, PG, will be the Project Manager for this opportunity and will be the local point of contact for the County. Ms. Blondin
is a distinguished professional with extensive experience, familiar with the County's vision and projects, and will remain fully
accessible to the needs of the County throughout this engagement.
AMEC has a strong desire to continue our work with Monroe County. We are completely committed to working with County
staff and are excited about the possibility of continuing our work with the County.
Sincerely,
rJose R. Perez, AIA, LEED AI?, C C
Miami Lakes Office Manager
J31015.826.5588 ext 203 ( ff
jose.r.perez@amec.com
Wendy Blondin, PG
Project Manager
305.298.9431 (cell)
wendy.blondin@amec.com
Monroe County Cover Letter Statement of Quotes
Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
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Monroe County
Board of County Commissioners
Environmental Engineering Services for Selection of Canal Demonstration
Projects Related to the Monroe County Canal Master Plan
A. Cover Page......................................................................................................................................3
13.1 Executive Summary and Lump Sum Price
Executive Summary and Lump Sum Price.....................................................................................................4
13.2 Relevant Experience
13.3 Familiarity with the Canal Master Plan
5
7
13.4 Understanding the Scope of Work/Ability to Select Demonstration Projects/
Coordination with Homeowners
Scopeof Work..................................................................................................................................................8
Ability to Select Demonstration Projects..........................................................................................................9
Coordination with Homeowners....................................................................................................................... 10
13.5 Schedule and Availability
11
13.6 References and Past Performance on Similar Projects
ProjectProfiles............................................................................................................................................... 13
Lettersof References.................................................................................................................................... 21
13.7 Staffing for this Project and Quote of Key Personnel
Description of Firm's Structure...................................................................................................................... 23
OfficeInformation.......................................................................................................................................... 23
OrganizationalChart...................................................................................................................................... 23
Resumes........................................................................................................................................................ 24
13.8 Current and Project Workload...................................................................................................48
13.9 Office Location............................................................................................................................49
13.10 Financial Information and Litigation.......................................................................................50
13.11 County Forms
ResponseForm.............................................................................................................................................
51
Lobbying and Conflict of Interest Clause......................................................................................................
52
Non -Collusion Affidavit..................................................................................................................................
53
DrugFree Workplace Form...........................................................................................................................
54
Respondent's Insurance and Indemnification Statement............................................................................
55
Insurance Agent's Statement........................................................................................................................
56
ProfessionalLicenses....................................................................................................................................
57
Monroe County Table of Contents Statement of Quotes
Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
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AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc.
5845 NW 15811 Street
Miami Lakes, Florida 33014
Contact Person:
Wendy Blondin, PG
wendy.blondin@amec.com
305.826.5588 (p)
305.298.9431 (c)
305.826.1799 (f)
Date:
Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Subject:
Statement of Quotes for Engineering Services for Selection of
Canal Demonstration Projects
Monroe County Cover Page Statement of Quotes
Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
B.1 Executive Summmary
and Lump Sum Price
AMEC is pleased to present our response to
Monroe County Board of County Commissioner's
Request for Quotes for Environmental
Engineering Services for Selection of Canal
Demonstration Projects Related to the Monroe
County Canal Master Plan.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, AMEC
Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (AMEC)
is an international environmental consulting,
engineering and design, and construction
corporation operating with more than 4,600
professionals in 115 locations across the United
States. Serving the clean energy, federal,
industrial/commercial, mining, oil and gas,
transportation, and water sectors, we provide
services to both public and private clients
worldwide. This entity is part of a larger division of
AMEC plc, a publically traded company based in
London.
In Florida, AMEC has 500 full-time employees —
more than 100 in the South Florida region. Our
skills and experience around the world are key
elements in choosing AMEC. Our clients know we
can rise to the challenge.
During the past 60 years, AMEC has offered
multidisciplined solutions through civil
engineering, architectural services, surveying,
environmental services, geotechnical engineering,
program management, materials testing and
engineering, and water resource services to
public and private clients. Our employees live
and work in our local communities, making us
especially dedicated to improving our surrounding
environments. We say "world skills on your
doorstep" because our customers recognize
the value of our local presence.
We understand the challenges facing government
agencies today with an ever increasing demand
for services while operating under budget
constraints and shortfalls. We have firsthand
experience with your project needs and our
wealth of knowledge and expertise delivered
by our skilled professionals provides you with
the assurance that tasks will be completed
competently, professionally, on time, and within
budget. Our professionals strive to become
transparent extensions of your staff so that
together we can tackle any challenge effectively,
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efficiently, and in a way that satisfies our
ultimate clients - the citizens you serve.
Our project team for the Monroe County
opportunity is comprised of highly skilled
professionals who have experience with Monroe
County's Canal Management Master Plan. In
2012, AMEC in association with Monroe
County was awarded a FDEP grant to initiate
a CMMP — Phase 1. This grant was awarded
with only a three-month completion schedule
due to expiration of fiscal year end funds.
AMEC, in association with Monroe County,
was also awarded an EPA grant to complete
the CMMP (Phase 2). While Phase I addressed
only 23 canal systems, Phase 2 addresses all
of the approximately 502 residential canals
in the Florida Keys. AMEC's Project Manager
for this opportunity, Ms. Wendy Blondin, PG,
thoroughly understands and is familiar with
the Monroe County CMMP, working on both
previously mentioned phases of the Master Plan
as the overall project planner.
AMEC has extensive experience in Florida
outside of Monroe County related to canal
and water quality improvement projects. Two
projects of specific relevance are the Lake
Griffin Canal Dredging project and Lake
Beauclair Aquatic Enhancement project.
AMEC performed evaluation, design and
construction support services related to
removal of sediment from Lake Griffin, a 9,300-
acre lake in Lake County, Florida. The Lake
Beauclair project involved AMEC's evaluation
of sediment removal to improve water quality,
habitat and navigation in the 1,100-acre lake
in Lake County. AMEC's knowledge gained
completing these projects will be utilized in
evaluating, designing, costing, and determining
effectiveness of organic removal from the Keys
canals.
In summary, AMEC's project team fully meets
the needs for this contract and hopes to have
the opportunity to provide the services required
under this Request for Quotes.
AMEC will complete the scope specified
in this RFQ for a Lump Sum Total price of
37,725.00
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B.2 Relevant Experience
AMEC is a multidisciplinary firm with geologists,
water resource engineers, civil engineers,
planners, environmental scientists, and GIS/
CADD specialists that have years of experience
completing projects similar in nature to the
services requested in this RFQ. AMEC (formerly
MACTEC) in 2003 completed the initial Monroe
County effort to inventory and assess all the
residential canals in the Keys. This inventory
developed a GIS canal layer that mapped the
canals and populated an attribute table with the
physical characteristics that could influence
the water quality of the canals. The work
included compilation of existing water quality
data collected in the canals and near shore
waters, performing a quality review of the data,
performing statistical analyses, and developing
a predictive model to assess the water quality
in the canals without sampling data. This effort
saved the County hundreds of thousands
of dollars in sampling costs. The inventory
also developed the first list of potential canal
restorations and identified the different types of
canals where each restoration would be most
effective.
AMEC staff, Ms. Wendy Blondin, PG, a Keys
resident, has worked with the Florida Keys
National Marine Sanctuary Water Quality
Protection Program (WQPP) Committee since
2003 to obtain additional funding to continue with
efforts in canal water quality improvements. In
2012, AMEC in association with Monroe County
was awarded a FDEP grant to initiate a Canal
Management Master Plan (CMMP) — Phase
1. This grant was awarded with only a three-
month completion schedule due to expiration
of fiscal year-end funds. This project involved
creating a CMMP throughout the Florida Keys
for prioritizing canals that need water quality
improvement and selecting appropriate cleanup
options. AMEC, working closely with a newly
formed WQPP Canal Subcommittee, identified
plan objectives, goals, priority issues, screening
criteria, and ranking formulas. AMEC utilized
the GIS database developed in 2003, along with
field assessments, to apply the newly created
master plan ranking process on a subset of the
Keys canals. Restoration conceptual designs and
cost estimates were prepared for the top three
priority canals. The restorations included `weed
wrack' barrier and air bubble curtains, organic
removal from the bottoms of canals, pumping to
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increase circulation, and backfilling to eliminated
deep stagnation zones. AMEC identified several
potential canal restoration funding sources
including Restore ACT 2012 and EPA and DEP
special project funds.
The WQPP Canal Subcommittee supported
completing the CMMP for the entire Keys and
identified an EPA grant as a funding source.
AMEC in association with Monroe County was
awarded the EPA grant to complete the CMPP
(Phase 2). While Phase 1 addressed only 23
canal systems, Phase 2 addresses all of the
approximately 502 residential canals in the
Florida Keys. AMEC is evaluating all the Keys
canals through field visits to determine water
quality impacts and to identify appropriate
cleanup options.
Extensive homeowner interviews and meetings
have been performed and will continue
throughout the process. AMEC has obtained
extensive knowledge about the conditions of the
canals, the existing restorations, and what will
and won't work in the Keys. AMEC has refined a
prioritization process to rank the canals for need
for water quality improvement. An updated GIS
database is being prepared incorporating the
new information obtained on the canals related
to water quality, restoration options, and potential
homeowner participation.
During the completion of the CMMP Phase 1 and
2 scopes of work, AMEC has identified several
major data gaps in the information required to
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correctly select and design canal restorations. The data
gaps included lack of depth data of the canal bottoms,
lack of information on the thickness of accumulated
organics particularly related to seaweed, and lack of
information on the physical and chemical characteristics
of the accumulated organics. AMEC prepared a scope of
work to obtain bathymetric data and sediment samples
to assist in fulfilling these data gaps. A DEP grant was
awarded to AMEC in association with Monroe County to
complete bathymetric surveys to determine the average
depths of the residential canals and collect sediment
samples to characterize the materials.
The surveys are being performed using automated
hydrographic survey equipment consisting of a dual
frequency echo sounder used in conjunction with a GPS
positioning system to survey a profile of each canal
centerline with bottom surface elevations of the canal.
As part of this effort, AMEC is obtaining sufficient data to
provide approximate unconsolidated material thickness
within the canals.
The collected bathymetric survey data is being processed
to develop attribute data to be added to the existing
GIS. The scope of the grant also includes collection
of 10 sediment samples from 10 different canals to be
submitted for physical and chemical laboratory testing to
assist in refining the design for removal and disposal of
the material from the canal bottoms. Through completion
of this grant, AMEC is obtaining extensive knowledge
of the characteristics of the canals that will allow for
an accurate and efficient selection of the appropriate
restoration technologies for each canal and will allow for
identification of the best demonstration sites.
AMEC has extensive experience in Florida outside
of Monroe County related to canal and water quality
improvement projects. Two projects of specific relevance
are the Lake Griffin Canal Dredging project and
Lake Beauclair Aquatic Enhancement project. AMEC
performed evaluation, design and construction support
services related to removal of sediment from Lake
Griffin, a 9,300-acre lake in Lake County, Florida. The
Lake Beauclair project involved AMEC's evaluation of
sediment removal to improve water quality, habitat and
navigation in the 1,100-acre lake in Lake County. AMEC's
knowledge gained completing these projects will be
utilized in evaluating, designing, costing, and determining
effectiveness of organic removal from the Keys canals.
AMEC's project experience relevant to this RFQ
scope also includes developing nutrient budgets and
management plans for lakes in Florida. The Bay Lake
Hydrologic/Nutrient Budget and Management Plan is
one such project. AMEC was contracted by the Orange
County Environmental Protection Division to develop a
water quality and watershed assessment of Bay Lake.
The evaluation included an assessment of the biological
and overall habitat conditions within the lake and an
analysis of the available water quality parameters.
Recommendations were provided for the management
and potential restoration of the lake.
The AMEC project team members proposed to perform
the Engineering Services for Selection of Canal
Demonstration Projects have experience working on
the above referenced projects. AMEC is proposing an
extremely qualified team of professionals very familiar
with the Keys canals to complete the selection of
Demonstration Projects.
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B.3 Familiarity with Canal Masterplan
AMEC is very familiar with the Canal
Management Master Plan (CMMP) since we
are the company that was involved in every
phase of the process to develop the objectives,
goals, management process, screening criteria,
and ranking sheet. AMEC understands that the
objective of the CMMP is to prioritize canals
that need water quality improvement and select
appropriate cleanup options. AMEC developed
the field assessment form and determined what
field parameters would provide the most useful
data for ranking water quality in canals. AMEC
developed the initial list of canal restoration
technologies. AMEC also worked closely with the
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WQPP Canal Subcommittee to ensure that the
process correctly reflected the County's interests
and met scientific scrutiny. Our firm prepared the
Phase I CMMP Report included with this RFQ.
AMEC developed a Phase 2 scope of work to
complete the CMMP and was funded through
an EPA grant. As part of the Phase 2 scope, our
team is performing field water quality verification
for all of the 502 Keys canals. AMEC will have
completed the field visits of the canals by the end
of May 2013 and is very familiar with the water
quality issues and conditions that are needed to
select demonstration sites.
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Canal Management Master Plan (CMMP)
Phase 1 Summary Report
Prepared by:
AMEC Environment & Infrastructure
Prepared for:
Monroe County
and the
WQPP Steering Committee and Canal Subcommittee
June 21,2012
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13.4 Understanding of the Scope of Work/
Ability to Select the Demonstration
Projects/Coordi nation with Homeowners
AMEC has a very clear understanding of the
scope of work required to select demonstration
projects for canal restorations and the need
to coordinate with and engage homeowners.
Having worked for the past year on the Canal
Management Master Plan, AMEC is very familiar
with the conditions of the canals, the appropriate
restorations techniques, and what will and
won't work in the Keys. AMEC has visited
almost every canal and has created a database
of canal conditions that will be required to
successfully select demonstration projects.
AMEC has met with many homeowners to listen
to their opinions concerning canal water quality
issues and hear what types of restoration they
would like to see on their canals.
AMEC understands and appreciates how
important homeowner buy -in is to the success
of the demonstration projects. AMEC will
schedule site visits with homeowners for the
canals selected to be part of the demo project
field screening process to determine their
interest, both in being a demonstration canal
and financial commitment. The meeting with be
scheduled with the president or vice president
of the homeowners association, if possible.
AMEC will ensure that the homeowners are
engaged in the technology selection, any
equipment location(s), and required operation
and maintenance of the system(s). AMEC will
document all meetings and conversations for the
project file and will provide these to the County.
The project descriptions provided in Section
B.6 and discussed in Section B.2 provide the
documentation of AMEC's level of knowledge
to complete the required scope of work.
Additionally, AMEC has a good working relation
with the WQPP Canal Restoration Advisory
Subcommittee members which will lead to
a productive canal demonstration selection
process.
An outline of AMEC's understanding of the
project objectives, benefits, and a proposed
methodology for completing the selection
of canal restoration demonstration projects
as requested in the RFQ is presented in the
following paragraphs.
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Objective(s)
The objective of the selection of residential
canals for water quality improvement
demonstration projects is to complete the first
step toward implementing demonstration projects
of various restoration techniques. In order to
prepare detailed scopes of services for the final
design/permitting and construction of the canal
restoration demonstrations, specific canals with
appropriate physical characteristics for pilot
testing of the selected technologies need to be
identified.
The objective of the canal restoration
demonstrations is to verify the applicability,
feasibility, effectiveness, and costs in real time on
Keys canals. The demonstration canal restoration
results will assist in modifying, if required, the
restoration designs, and will provide costs that
can be utilized for future restoration planning. The
demonstration testing will allow for future `shovel
ready' proposals to be prepared to obtain grant
funding, particularly from Restore Action 2012
sources, where `shovel ready' is a high priority for
funding approval.
Applications, Benefits, and Importance
The canal restoration demonstration testing
will help to reduce discharges of pollutants
from onshore canal systems to near shore and
offshore waters. Initiating canal restoration that
address dissolved oxygen will also provide
reasonable assurance to the FDEP that these
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impairments are being corrected and that water body
specific Total Maximum Daily Loads (TMDLs) will not be
required.
Proposed Methodolgy for Assessment and Selection
of Canals for Restoration
AMEC proposes to utilize both GIS canal database
information and on -site field assessments and to assist
in the selection of the canals for the demonstration of
various restoration technologies. Canal selection will
consider the most critical and deteriorated canals that
require restoration based upon the information available
from Phase I and Phase II of the CMMP as well as site
conditions that will be suitable for installing demonstration
testing technologies. A detail of the tasks proposed to
complete this selection are outlined below.
Task 1: Review of GIS Canal Database for Technology
Selection
AMEC has developed a technology selection
methodology which utilizes the GIS database and aerial
photographs to determine appropriate technologies for
each canal. The following restoration technologies will be
evaluated:
1. Installation of weed wrack gates/bubble curtains
2. Removal of accumulated organics from canal bottoms
3. Backfilling canals
4. Pumping (for water equalization)
5. Culvert installation
6. Other, if applicable
The desk top screening process will allow the grouping
of canals by appropriate restoration technologies and
allow the prioritization for demonstration testing. Factors
such as water quality condition, existence of an existing
restoration, known homeowner interest and financial
commitment are examples of items that will be utilized in
the desk top screening process. This task will generate a
list of the most suitable canals for each technology.
Task 2: Engineering Evaluation of Canals for
Demonstration of Technologies
AMEC will prepare a site selection criteria check list for
each of the above five (possibly six) technologies. AMEC
will review this check list with Monroe County and the
WQPP Canal Restoration Advisory Subcommittee prior
to use. Upon approval, AMEC will perform a site visit in
order to obtain information necessary to complete the
site selection criteria check list for each canal that is
evaluated. It is anticipated that approximately 20 canals
will be visited. The site visit will confirm site conditions,
determine critical design conditions for canals, and
investigate general site operations. AMEC will meet with
homeowners at each canal to ascertain homeowner
potential participation in restoration activities, including
approval of the recommended technology and financial
involvement.
A determination of the required permits for each
restoration site along with any anticipated cost or
schedule impact to the project will be included in
the selection process. The permits that have been
identified to date for the canal restorations include: DEP
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Environmental Resource Permit (ERP), USACE Dredge
and Fill permit, and FKNMS permit. The technology
selected and site conditions will determine which of these
permits are required at each site.
A registered professional engineer who has experience in
water resources will direct and supervise the engineering
evaluation and canal selection process. A ranking process
will be developed and the top 15 canals evaluated for
water quality improvements (3 for each technology) will
be generated. For each of the 15 canals proposed for a
demonstration project a ranking sheet, permit criteria,
access potential, and preliminary design and construction
cost estimates will be provided to Monroe County.
Task 3: Final List of Canals for Demonstration of
Restoration Technologies
AMEC will work closely with the County to determine the
final five demonstration projects. AMEC will meet with
the WQPP Canal Restoration Advisory Subcommittee
to discuss the list of selected demonstration canals.
Based upon County feedback AMEC will perform a final
evaluation of the list of proposed demonstration canals
which will include applicable comments/recommendations
received from the WQPP Canal Restoration Advisory
Subcommittee and any additional information obtained on
the canals.
A report will be prepared summarizing the selection
process and recommended list of demonstration canals.
This report will include the following:
Description of the selection process methodology
Description of the canal conditions encountered during
the field exploration
Review of the surface features and site conditions that
could affect the function of the canals
General evaluation of the site considering the
proposed restoration method, i.e., need for restoration
and potential benefit, access, presence of easements,
proximity to power source, homeowner involvement,
potential disposal of materials, etc.
Permit requirements
Preliminary restoration design
Estimated engineering design, construction
administration, and contractor's bid price for each
demonstration project
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13.5 Schedule and Availabilivy
AMEC is committed to providing the necessary
resources, both technical and managerial, to
assure that the County's schedule requirements
are met and exceeded. AMEC will complete
the specified RFQ scope within 90 days from
contract award. Our confidence in our team's
ability to exceed the County's requirements
stems from AMEC's project management
approach, which consists of rigorous training
requirements for all project managers, stringent
project management protocols and controls, and
internal audits throughout the project to ensure
successful project delivery to our clients. Equally
important for this project, we are proposing a
project team with extensive relevant experience
that will help improve the County's currently
projected schedule and project costs. Our
project management approach for the Canals
Demonstration Projects Related to the Monroe
County Canal Master Plant is outlined below.
Before the project kick-off meeting, AMEC
will prepare a Project Execution Plan (PEP)
that will describe in detail all management
and scope activities, including deliverables
and completion dates. The PEP will also
include a communications plan. The PEP will
be submitted for review by all members of
the project team including the County. Once
approved, it will define the technical and
administrative project procedures.
The role of Ms. Wendy Blondin, PG, as the
PM will be to assign tasks to the appropriate
technical staff and to provide management
and technical direction for the entire project.
On a weekly basis, she will review project
progress and make adjustments as needed to
meet each task's budget and schedule. The
task managers will be responsible for the day-
to-day project progress.
A detailed schedule will be developed and
maintained throughout the project using
Microsoft Project. The schedule will identify
tasks in the critical path and will account for
operational and regulatory constraints such as
time for public input. Tasks that are part of the
critical path will be aggressively managed and
monitored to ensure that project milestones
are met.
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3roject Controls
Project monitoring and control are essential
parts of AMEC's project management strategy.
The basis of our cost and schedule control
process is accountability and communication,
which requires strong leadership in the form of
a qualified and experienced project manager.
Ms. Blondin's extensive experience with projects
almost identical in scope to those subject to this
solicitation in conjunction with her recognized
technical capabilities and commitment to clients
make her the ideal project manager for the
County for this assignment. Under the leadership
of Ms. Blondin's, AMEC's approach will be to
work closely with the County, and all stakeholders
from project initiation to completion to identify in
advance critical issues that may affect schedules.
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13.6 References and Past Performance on Similar Projects
A list of projects that AMEC has performed which included similar services is presented below. Project
Descriptions of each of these projects start on the following page.
Monroe County Canal Management Master Plan — Phase 2
Monroe County Canal Management Master Plan — Phase 1
■ Monroe County Canal Bathymetry and Sediment Characterization
■ Monroe County Residential Canal Inventory and Water Quality Assessment GIS Services
0 Lake Griffin Canal Dredging and Eustis Muck Farm Wetland Restoration
■ Lake Beauclair Aquatic Enhancement
[ Bay Lake Hydrologic/Nutrient Budget and Management Plan
■' Canal Conveyance Capacity Program 100-mile evaluation
References related to several of these projects are presented below. Written references are included
starting on page 21.
Steven Blackburn, EPA - Monroe County Canal Management Master Plan — Phase 2
Ron Hart —Lake County Water Authority - Lake Griffin Canal Dredging and Eustis Muck Farm
Wetland Restoration
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Monroe County Canal Management Master
Plan Phase II
Scope
Construction of residential canals in the Florida
Keys was initiated in the mid-20th century,
before resource managers fully understood
their impacts on local water quality and broader
coastal ecosystems. Many of the 500+ canal
systems currently present in the Keys were
excavated to depths of greater than 15 feet in
order to maximize production of fill material. Most
were designed as long, multi -segmented, dead-
end canal networks which maximize waterfront
property but provide little or no tidal flushing and
accumulate oxygen -demanding and potentially
toxic sediments as well as decomposing organic
material. Monroe County has initiated action to
address the canal water quality impacts through
the creation of a Phase I Canal Management
Master Plan (CMMP) completed by AMEC in
June 2012.
This project is the completion of the CMMP
and was funded by an EPA grant. While Phase
1 addressed only 23 canal systems, Phase
2 addresses all of the approximately 502
residential canals in the Florida Keys.
The objective of the CMMP is to provide an
ecologically sound and economically feasible
funding and implementation strategy for
improving and managing the environmental
quality of canal systems in the Florida Keys.
The plan will provide flexible and cost-effective
solutions that improve canal management
practices throughout the Keys and satisfy the
existing and future needs of the community. It
must address affordability and equity issues,
reflect key stakeholder concerns, and satisfy
environmental and regulatory criteria and
guidelines.
The canals are being evaluated through field
visits to determine water quality impacts and to
identify appropriate cleanup options. Extensive
homeowner interviews and meetings have been
performed. The canals will be ranked for need
for water quality improvement. An updated GIS
database is being prepared incorporating the
new information obtained on the Keys canals
related to water quality and restoration options.
The primary environmental impact of the project
will be to help improve and protect water,
sediment and habitat quality within manmade
canal systems. By reducing the export of
pollutants such as nutrients and BOD from
canals, the project will also help to protect and
maintain water quality in the 'halo,' nearshore
and offshore zones of the Florida Keys.
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Monroe County Canal Management Master
Plan Phase
Scope
This project was a Florida Department of
Environmental Protection Grant which involved
creating a Canal Management Master Plan
(CMMP) for the Florida Keys. The CMMP
provided a methodology to prioritize canals that
need water quality improvement and select
appropriate cleanup options. A prioritization
process was developed which included
identifying plan objectives, goals, priority issues,
screening criteria, and ranking formulas.
The Water Quality Protection Committee
Canal Subcommittee provided guidance on
the development of the plan. A multidisciplinary
team was involved with the prioritization ranking
process, canal field surveys including water
quality evaluations, and remedial alternative
selections for each canal.
Utilizing various methods, including GIS and
aerial image interpretation, AMEC identified
the canals with the potential to have the most
serious water quality problems, due to design
flaws that limit circulation and flushing. For
Phase I, a small subset of the 500 canals were
ranked and further assessed through site visits
to confirm that the most problematic canals had
been identified.
The Phase 1 identification resulted in a list of 23
canals with noted water quality problems. These
canals were then closely evaluated and scored
on a variety of factors, including the following:
Severity of problem
Potential to provide improvement in water,
sediment, and habitat quality within the canal
Potential to provide improvement in water,
sediment, and habitat quality within the halo or
nearshore zone
Public benefit — number of users affected
Public funding support — removed from Phase
I - assumed public funding potential was likely
equal for all canals
Likelihood of receiving external funding
support (e.g.,grant-based)
■ Availability of data to prepare project designs
and grant proposals
IE Project implementability
From the original list of 23 canals, conceptual
designs and cost estimates were developed for
the top three priority canals. These conceptual
designs included 'weed wrack' barrier and air
bubble curtains, organics removal from the bottom
of the canals, pumping to increase circulation,
and backfilling. Additional funding sources were
identified by AMEC, including EPA and FDEP
special project funds and RESTORE ACT 2012
funds.
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Monroe County Canal Bathymetry and
Sediment Characterization
Scope
AMEC is performing bathymetric surveys to
determine the average depths of the residential
canals identified in the 2003 Monroe County
Residential Canal Inventory & Assessment GIS
Database. The surveys are being performed
using automated hydrographic survey
equipment consisting of a dual frequency
echo sounder used in conjunction with a GPS
positioning system to survey a profile of each
canal centerline with bottom surface elevations
of the canal, relative to the North American
Vertical Datum of 1988 (NAVD88), determined
at approximate 50' intervals and at the end
and mouths of the canals. An elevation is
being collected of the natural sea bottom at
the canal mouth. The collected survey data is
being referenced to the North American Datum
of 1983 (NAD83) to allow for inclusion into the
existing GIS.
As part of this effort AMEC is obtaining,
through the use of the automated hydrographic
survey equipment and traditional probing
methodologies, sufficient data to provide
approximate information regarding
unconsolidated material thickness within the
canals. The collected bathymetric survey data
is being processed to develop attribute data
to be added to the existing GIS. All surveying
and mapping services associated with this
assignment conform with applicable sections
of Florida Administrative Rule Chapter 5J-17,
Minimum Technical Standards, pursuant to
Chapter 472, Florida Statutes.
Ten sediment samples from ten different
canals are being collected and submitted for
physical and chemical characterization to
assist in refining the design for removal and
disposal of the material from the canal bottoms.
The physical testing is being performed at
AMEC's Geotechnical Lab and will consist of
the following: Moisture/Solids Content; 200
Mesh Sieve Distribution; Organic Content;
Specific Gravity; Grain size distribution; and
Settling rate. The chemical characterization to
determine disposal options is being performed
by Test America Analytical Laboratories, a
State National Environmental Laboratory
Accreditation Conference (NELAC) certified
laboratory. The parameters being tested
include: Organochlorine Pesticides and PCBs;
Chlorinated Herbicides; 8 RCRA Metals;
Copper; Polynuclear Aromatic Hydrocarbons;
Total Recoverable Petroleum Hydrocarbons;
and TCLP metals.
The bathymetry and sediment characterization
data will be utilized in evaluating the need
for canal restoration and in the selection and
final design of restoration technologies for the
residential canals.
The survey covers the entire Keys and is
estimated to include 111 miles of canals. The
project is funded through a grant from the
Department of Environmental Protection (DEP).
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Monroe County Residential Canals Inventory
and Water Quality Assessment GIS Services
Scope
The Keys stretch 110 miles from Key Largo
to Key West and are home to about 80,000
people. Because residents desire homes
adjacent to the water with dock space for
boats, finger canals have become an essential
characteristic of Keys life. Today there are 500+
canals, totaling 111 miles, in Monroe County.
Monroe County officials were concerned
about water quality degradation in the canals
and residents have long reported a problem
with flotsam entering open canals, with the
accumulating seaweed decaying and fouling the
waterway.
There had been no systematic monitoring of
canal water quality in the Florida Keys and as
a first step to evaluate what type of remedial
actions may be necessary for the canals,
AMEC was awarded a contract to undertake a
survey of canal conditions throughout the Keys.
The goal of this project was to bring as much
information as possible into a single Graphical
Information Systems (GIS) database on the
physical characteristics, potential pollution
sources and existing water quality of each of
the canals.
AMEC spatially located the residential canals
through a process that began with digitizing
all water bodies from aerial photographs. After
digitizing the water bodies, quality control was
performed through select field verifications,
interviews with local homeowner associations,
and distribution of the water body layer to local
agencies for comments.
After the polygon layer representing the
residential canals was created and verified,
AMEC populated the attribute table with
physical characteristics that could potentially
impact water quality in the canals. These
attributes included canal area, width, length,
number of mouths, degree of convolution, and
latitude and longitude of the centroids of the
canals.
AMEC collected sufficient information, through
GIS analysis of physical attributes, to evaluate
potential impacts to water quality without the
cost of a large-scale field sampling effort.
A classification model for the canals was
created, with canals queried and grouped
by common physical characteristics. An
estimated water quality for each canal was
based on its classification, and the soundness
of the developed methodology was verified by
comparing the estimated water quality with the
actual water quality where data were available.
AMEC then developed a strategy for selecting
the canal -specific treatment approaches and
technologies that would improve water quality.
ArcView was used to query the physical
attributes, which were the major factor in
determining the most applicable and cost-
effective restoration options. The process
also presented a methodology for prioritizing
canals based on available funding or immediate
interest of local residents to improve canal
water quality.
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Lake Griffin Canal Dredging and Eustis Muck
Farm Wetland Restoration
Scope
Lake Griffin is a 9,300-acre lake at the headwaters
of the Ocklawaha River in Lake County,
Florida. AMEC provided evaluation, design,
and construction support services of a project
to remove sediment and maintain low water
navigation within more than 30 canals surrounding
the lake. The project involved hydraulic dredging
and pumping of sediments up to 12 miles away
where they were utilized beneficially to restore
sections of a historic muck farm managed by the
St. Johns River Water Management District.
this project required ANIEC's expertise in:
■ Water resource engineering (disposal site
impoundment water budget)
■ Hydraulic system design (floating pipeline with
booster pumps)
Water quality treatment (alum and polymer feeds
for turbidity control)
Geotechnical engineering (slope stability,
embankment design, settling and consolidation
of mixed media slurry)
Construction support services (bid specifications
and plans, contractor screening and selection,
engineering inspections, progress payment
review, permit compliance review, and landowner
coordination)
W Wetland science
Unique components of the project included:
Long transport distances (5 to 12 miles) from the
canals to the disposal site
Highly variable composition of the dredged
sediment (unconsolidated sands, flocculent
muck, consolidated muck, and cohesive clay)
A requirement for precise sediment deposition
at a subsided muck farm to cap pesticide
contamination hotspots while simultaneously
maintaining several feet of water over the
disposal site
■ The project was completed by the lowest bidder
without change orders underAMEC's inspection
and coordination program
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May 1, 2013
Lake Beauclair Aquatic Enhancement
Scope
Lake Beauclair is situated as the first lake
downstream from Lake Apopka in the Harris Chain
of Lakes, and receives controlled discharges
from Lake Apopka through the Apopka-Beauclair
(AB) Canal. Long-term sediment and nutrient
inputs to Lake Beauclair have degraded the
aquatic plant community and fish and wildlife
assemblage, largely due to high levels of
phosphorus and low dissolved oxygen. The Lake
County Water Authority (LCWA) in partnership
with SJRWMD and FWC contracted with AMEC
to evaluate a sediment removal enhancement
initiative to improve water quality, habitat, and
navigation within the western -most portion of
Lake Beauclair where anthropogenic sediment
deposits are most pronounced.
This project enhances the water quality and
navigability of the 1,100-acre Lake Beauclair
by removing more than 1.3 million cubic yards
of organic sediment. A partial lake pump -down
and installation of aquatic vegetation were
also considered. AMEC has worked closely with
the LCWA and a variety of stakeholders and
funding partners to prepare the project feasibility
assessment and alternatives assessment for
deposition of sediments proposed for removal.
During this process, AMEC has performed
water quality and sampling analyses to assess
nutrients, metals, and geotechnical/agronomic
characteristics and determine potential beneficial
uses of sediments proposed for removal. Multiple
spoil disposal alternatives were considered.
We developed a water balance model of the
Lake and designed a hydraulic system for a
proposed pumpdown alternative to facilitate
shoreline planting during project implementation.
In addition, bathymetric surveys were performed
to define the thickness of accumulated sediments
atop the natural mineral lake bottom.
AMEC provided recommendations for reducing
navigational hazards, enhancing aquatic habitat,
improving water quality, and minimizing impacts
to a variety of listed species known to utilize the
area. Pre -application meetings were organized
with our clients (LCWA and FWC), FDEP,
SJRWMD, and USACE to determine permitting
requirements and potential issues for design.
Extensive jar tests were made of various
coagulants, flocculants and nutrient removal aids
to design the treatment train necessary to meet
TMDL and other water quality requirements of
the project. AMEC recommended use of the
dredged material to cap pesticide -contaminated
soils in a subsided muck farm near Lake
Apopka at sufficient elevation to support wetland
restoration (emergent marsh) as a beneficial use
of the sediments. AMEC completed the design
of the disposal area embankments, chemical
treatment system for the supernatant, and the
pipeline and pumping system for sediment
management at the recipient location. Our staff
prepared permit applications in consultation
with the LCWA, FDEP, FWC, and USACE to
obtain regulatory project approvals necessary
for project implementation, and provided
representation to the LCWA to successfully
defend against administrative challenge to the
project. AMEC has also prepared bid documents
and provided support to LCWA during the
contractor selection process.
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Bay Lake Hydrologic/Nutrient Budget and
Management Plan
Scope
As a Continuing Professional Lakes Management
Services Consultant for Orange County, FL,
AMEC was contracted by the Environmental
Protection Division (EPD) to develop a water
quality and watershed assessment for Bay Lake.
The 36-acre lake is a 303(d)-listed impaired water
and has existing Total Maximum Daily Loads
(TMDLs) for total phosphorus and total nitrogen.
The evaluation included an assessment of the
biological and overall habitat conditions within
the lake and a review of the FDEP STORET
database for statistical trend analysis of all
available water quality parameters. Hydrologic
inputs from the 133-acre lake basin were
modeled, and recommendations were provided
for the management and potential restoration of
this lake in support of the necessary reductions
indicated by the TMDL. AMEC also provided
an assessment of the Bay Lake TMDL which
indicated that the necessary loading reductions
were likely overestimated due to an overstated
watershed boundary.
In order to perform the basin evaluation and
provide management recommendations, AMEC
developed ground-truthed sub -basin delineations
and provided details of structures and
conveyance mechanisms within each basin using
GIS. Field observations were compared with
desktop GIS evaluation to develop accurate basin
size and delineations, percentage of impervious
areas, soil characteristics and conveyance
system types. Based on the results of the
sub -basin characterization, AMEC developed
spreadsheet models estimating nutrient and
hydrologic budgets for the lake and obtained
annual runoff inputs of phosphorus, nitrogen and
TSS from each of the contributing watershed
areas and geopolitical boundaries. Hydrologic
budgets were developed and calibrated using
historic rainfall and lake elevation data provided
by the EPD. Nutrient budgets were developed
and compared using both literature -based Event
Mean Concentrations and empirically derived site -
specific stormwater monitoring data. Seepage
inputs or groundwater recharge outputs were
measured using seepage meters and compared
to literature values for validity prior to use in the
model.
The nutrient and hydrologic budgets were
used to develop nutrient limitation water quality
models for each lake using BATHTUB software.
Hydrologic loadings of phosphorus, nitrogen and
TSS were estimated using BATHTUB software
and calibrated using available water quality and
quantity data. Based on the model results, sub -
basins were ranked according to their nutrient
contributions and various combinations of Best
Management Practice (BMP) alternatives were
recommended for each sub -basin. Effects of
the BMPs were modeled in BATHTUB. BMP
alternatives were evaluated based on cost and
effectiveness, and included stormwater ponds,
modular media filters, inlet baskets, and alum
injection systems. AMEC provided details of this
report in various presentations to members of the
public.
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2011
Completion Date
Monroe County Statement of Quotes
Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
Canal Conveyance Capacity Program
100-mile Evaluation
Scope
AMEC was tasked with evaluating 100 miles of
canals as part of SFWMD's CCCP in the East
Central Region of the District. These canals were
originally designed, permitted and constructed by
the USACE. AMEC conducted bathometric and
upland surveys were which were plotted against
the USACE original criteria. The engineering
teams then conducted field reconnaissance
to observe canal bank conditions, right of way
(R/W), structures and other potential impedances
to the canal's original design function of drainage
and flood control.
As one component of the strategic plan for
the SFWMD Operation and Maintenance
Program, the CCCP identifies areas of canals,
levees, and structures where conveyance may
be compromised due to scouring, siltation,
various structural constrictions, or from adjacent
development impacting the conveyance system,
and recommend the remedial measures needed
to restore the system to its designed capacity.
AMEC's scope of services included:
Conducting a review of design
documentation reports, available aerial
photographs, GIS and other previous
surveys. Collecting existing data from
the District, from USACE and from other
reputable sources prior to initiating field
activities.
Performing canal and levee reconnaissance
including: locating areas of shoaling or
bank instability and making an assessment
to the causes for each; characterizing the
conditions at each project culvert, bridge,
dock, ramp, or other in -stream structure or
obstruction; documenting any apparent right
of way (R/W) encroachments; and visually
identifying slope stability, bank line encroach
Conducting bathometric survey of the canal
bottoms for evidence of sediment buildup
and scouring.
Conduction and upland survey of the right of
ways for identification of erosion of material,
scouring and shoaling.
* Preparing a digital terrain model (DTM) with
one -foot contours for the full length and width
of the canal, and cross sections of the canals
based on results of the survey data and
visual inspections.
■ Characterizing the conditions at each project
culvert, bridge, dock, ramp, or other instream
structure or obstruction.
Evaluating the reduction of hydraulic
capacity of the canals due to impedances by
using HEC-RAS.
Preparing a comprehensive report
presenting the findings, recommendations,
and detailed costs for canal, structure and
levee repairs.
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■ 2008
Completion Date
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Statement of Quotes
May 1, 2013
Project Reference
Project Name: EPA Grant O0D03712 for Monroe County Water Quality Protection -- Canal
Management Master Plan Phase 2
Location: Monroe County, Florida Keys, Florida
Contract Owner: EPA, Region 4
Steven Blackburn
EPA, Region 4
Water Protection Division
61 Forsyth St., SW
Atlanta, CA 30303-3014
404-562-9397
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AMEC Consulting Start Date (monthlyear): September 2012
AMEC Consulting Completion Date (month/year): on -going, with a completion date of
September 2013
Project Fees: $100,000
AMEC is completing the Canal Management Master Plan (CMMP) for the Monroe County
residential canals. The objective of the CMMP is to provide an ecologically sound and
economically feasible funding and implementation strategy for improving and managing the
environmental quality of canal systems in the Florida Keys. AMEC is evaluating all the Keys
canals through field visits to determine water quality impacts and to identify appropriate cleanup
options. Extensive homeowner interviews and meetings are being performed. AMEC ►mill rank
the canals for need for water quality improvement. AMEC is also updating the GIS database
incorporating the new information obtained on the Keys canals related to water quality and
restoration options.
AMEC has worked closely with the Water Quality Protection Program Canal Advisory
Subcommittee, of which I am a member. As Project Officer for the EPA, Region 4 Canal
Management Master Plan grant, AMEC has provided required reports in a timely fashion,
project deliverables on schedule, and regular updates to the Water Quality Protection Program
as requested by the Steering Committee. AMEC has completed all work to date successfully
and this project will {provide the necessary prior experience for the proposed work related to the
Monroe County Canal Demonstration Projects.
Project Contract Reference Verification
f
Steven Blackburn
Program Manager, FKNM9 Water Quality Protection Program, EPA Region 4
Date:
Project Reference
Project Name: Lake Griffin Canal Dredging Design, Muck Farm Restoration, and Construction Management
Location: Lake Griffin, Lake County, FL
Owner: Lake County Water Authority
(LCWA) Ron Hart
107 North Lake Ave., Tavares, FL, 32778
352.343.3777 (office)1352.516,4823 (cell) / 352.343.4269 {fax)
rhart@lcwa.org
AMFC Consulting Start 'Date (rnonth/year): March 2003
AMFC Consulting Completion Date (month/year)- August 2008
Project Design Fees: $400,000
Project Construction Cost. $7,200,000
AMEC provided evaluation, design, and construction support services for this project to remove
sediments from 43 canals surrounding Lake Griffin. This project required extensive coordination with
regulatory agencies and careful consideration and monitoring of water quality throughout the course of
the project. AMFC provided an innovative beneficiM use allernative for these sediments and designed
the disposal site. Relocated dredge material provided restoration benefits to an adjacent historic muck
farm which required pumping of up to 12 miles.
AMEC's innovative use of hydraulic dredging, consideration residential complexities, incorporation of a
beneficial use, and successful completion of the project will provide the necessary prior experience for the
proposed work related to the Monroe County Canal Demonstration Projects.
Project Owner Refer rice venfication
Ron Hart Date: 4-- Z (a" i
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Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
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B.7 Staffing for this Project and Quotes of Key Personnel
Established in 1946, AMEC was incorporated on June 1, 1994, in the state of Nevada. As a corporation,
AMEC is 100 percent owned by National Ventures, Inc, who has no involvement in the day-to-day
management of the activities of AMEC.
Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. (AMEC) is an international
environmental consulting, engineering and design, and construction corporation operating with more than
4,600 professionals in 115 locations across the United States. The Monroe County opportunity will be
managed from our Miami Lakes office, with support from our Key West, Orlando, and Gainesville offices.
Key Personnel for the Monroe County Environmental Engineering Services for Selection of Canal
Demonstration Projects Related to the Monroe County Canal Master Plan
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Statement of Quotes
May 1, 2013
Michael J. Nardone, PG
Principal -in -Charge
Mr. Michael Nardone has 28 years of experience in the Florida engineering consulting industry.
He has served in the capacity of office manager, regional manager and national director during
the course of his career. His broad areas of expertise include contract management, program
management, construction management; hazardous waste management, ecological permitting,
homeland security, disaster response, and A/E management.
Mr. Nardone has also performed as Principal -in -Charge for numerous multi -million dollar contracts
with local governments, as well as state and federal agencies and with the private sector. As
Principal -in -Charge, his primary responsibilities have been to provide contract management, serve
as client liaison, and provide senior technical support. Mr. Nardone has also been responsible
for developing multiple new business sectors. Further, he has lead strategic marketing plan
development initiatives in Florida, along the East Coast of the U.S. and nationally.
Key Projects
■ MIAMI DADE PARK AND RECREATION
DEPARTMENT, PARK TRAILS
Miami -Dade County, Florida
Principal -in -Charge: A $1.8 million general
engineering contract for various MDPR
improvements. Recent and current projects
include three pedestrian bridges over 100-
feet canals and two multi -purpose park trails
totaling 5.5 miles.
■ ROADWAY/CANAL RESTORATION
PROJECT
Miami, Florida
Principalan-Charge° A$400 million stormwater
improvement program targeted at 3,300
individual street segments within Miami -Dade
County where the existing drainage facilities
were damaged. Responsible for managing
the design and construction of about 45
MM of roadway and drainage infrastructure
repairs throughout Miami -Dade County.
The project was completed at the end
of 2005. The project was awarded with
superior performance by DERM for services
performed during this four-year assignment.
■ BOND ENGINEERING SERVICES (E09-
SEA-02) AND (E04-SEA-02)
Miami -Dade County Seaport Department,
Florida
Prinrin11sin-s'hnrne• Served as Principal -
in -Charge for the Miami -Dade County
Seaport Department to perform bond
engineering services at the Port of Miami.
Services include inspection of financial
and budgetary records; preparation of the
annual bond engineering report which
includes recommendations, approvals and
certifications, rate studies, and financial
forecasts as required by the Seaport
Master Bond Ordinance, review of design
and construction documents for code
compliance and adherence to funding
requirements, property values for insurance
coverage, facilities reserve for maintenance,
and annual inspections of Miami -Dade
County Seaport facilities to report on their
state and condition.
■ BELEN CONVEYANCE SYSTEM
(PHASE 413), CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT
City of Miami, Florida
Principal -in -Charge Conducted program
management and construction administration
for a "water tight" stormwater conveyance
system for the Belen area. Responsible for
the construction administration, inspection,
and management of 2 miles of 72-inch
stormwater pipe through the urban Belen
area.
■ SSES/PEAK FLOW STUDY
City of Hialeah Gardens, Florida
Princinal_in-{;hare- Managed a four -week
flow monitoring study for 16 sanitary sewer
pump stations to determine the collection
system's infiltration and inflow (1/1) and
Rainfall Dependent 1/1. During the dry season
this four -week monitoring will be repeated.
Used MS -Access and ArcView software to
manage the data. Recommendations were
made for the rehabilitation of the system.
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■ ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Florida Department of Environmental
Resources Management -Miami-Dade
County, Florida
Principal -in -Charge: A six -year, $60 million
hazardous waste, turnkey environmental
services contract involving the cleanup
of soil, groundwater, and surface water
contamination at facilities owned and
operated by Metro Dade County. Met with
the client regularly to discuss upcoming
projects and ensure adequate pricing and
delivery for work varying from remediation
of more than 800,000 tons of contaminated
soil to the design -build of several large scale
remediation systems.
■ ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Florida Department of Transportation
District 4, Florida
Principal -in -Charge: Responsible for
two consecutive three-year, $5 million
contracts. Directed activities associated
with site preparation, construction, relocated
or replacement of underground utilities;
installation and operation of dewatering
systems; preparation of contamination
assessment plans and reports; and remedial
action plans and implementation when either
contaminated soil or groundwater was
identified.
■ SSES STUDY PHASE 2
City of Hallandale Beach, Florida
Principal -in -Charge: Phase I included
the pre -rehabilitation flow monitoring of
five pump station basins. Phase II includes
the post rehabilitation flow monitoring
and evaluation of the effectiveness of
the rehabilitation. The Phase One Report
concluded that these basins were tidally
influenced (finger developments into the bay).
■ GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING
SERVICES
Panama Canal Authority, Panama
Principal -in -Charge: The most significant
work order forming part of this contract was
the conceptual, preliminary, and final design
of the Borinquen Dam in Panama (Task
Order No. 4). Also developed construction
plans and specifications, and the engineer's
estimate of construction cost and schedule
for the dam. The dam will retain the Pacific
Approach Channel, a major component of
the $5.2 billion Panama Canal Expansion
project that will provide ship access from the
existing canal to the Pacific Ocean through
a new set of Post-Panamax size locks. The
dam structure must be 30 meters high and
3.8 kilometers long to retain the waters of
the new approach channel at the level of the
existing canal waterway.
■ WASTEWATER MASTER PLAN
Panama Canal Authority, Panama
Principal -in -Charge: This study included
physical inspection and flow monitoring of
80 sewer outfalls into the Panama Canal.
Population projection, GIS maps, and
databases will be developed to offer a
preliminary design a transmission system
network to provide wastewater pumping and
treatment for the Canal Authority.
■ EVERGLADES CITY/MARINA
DREDGING
Everglades National Park, Florida
Principal -in -Charge: Responsible for the
maintenance dredging services provided
at the Everglades City Marina located in
Everglades National Park. The project
consisted of obtaining all required permits
and performing maintenance dredging of
approximately 1,125 cubic yards of mud
from the marina boat basin. Worked with
the FDEP to allow the dredged sediment to
remain onsite and avoid the significant cost
of off -site disposal for the client.
■ FORT JEFFERSON DRY TORTUGAS/
DREDGING
National Park Service, South Florida
Principal -in -Charge: The dredging of
storm -driven sand from two locations within
the moat surrounding Fort Jefferson at the
Dry Tortugas National Park. Dry Tortugas
National Park is located 70 miles west
of Key West and includes seven remote
islands composed of coral reefs and sand.
The dredging was undertaken to restore the
historic setting and improve water quality
within the moat. Following mechanical
dredging, dredged material was placed in an
upland disposal area on the northern side
of the fort and used to replenish an eroded
beach on the southern side of the fort.
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Wendy C. Blondin, PG
Project Manager
Ms. Wendy Blondin is a Principal Geologist with 28 years of experience in environmental
consulting with expertise in contamination assessments and remediation, drinking water quality
evaluations, and all types of environment permitting. Ms. Blondin has experience in both
management and technical areas.
As a senior project manager, she is responsible for work scope development and costing,
implementation of work scopes, budget tracking, customer communication, and regulatory
negotiations. As a professional geologist she has experience in surface water and groundwater
hydrology, water quality sampling and characterization, and wetland and stormwater management
system permitting. She has expertise in identifying potential source areas and areas of
environmental concern; designing sampling plans; delineating contaminant plumes; determining
pathways of migration; and designing and installing surface water, groundwater, and soil
remediation systems. Ms. Blondin has extensive experience in technology selection and cost/
benefit analysis of remedial options.
Key Projects
■ MONROE COUNTY CANAL
MANAGEMENT MASTER PLAN —
PHASE 2
Monroe County Engineering Services,
Florida
Project Manager/Project Hydrogeologist:
The project was funded by an EPA grant and
involves completing the Canal Management
Master Plan created during Phase 1 for the
entire Florida Keys. All of the approximately
502 residential canals are being evaluated
through field visits to determine water quality
impacts and to identify appropriate cleanup
options. Extensive homeowner interviews
and meetings have been performed. The
canals will be ranked for need for water
quality improvement. An updated GIS
database is being prepared incorporating the
new information obtained on the Keys canals
related to water quality and restoration
options.
■ MONROE COUNTY CANAL
MANAGEMENT MASTER PLAN —
PHASE 1
Monroe County Engineering Services,
Florida
Project Manager/Project Hydrogeologist:
The project was funded by a DEP grant
and involved creating a Canal Management
Master Plan for Florida Keys by prioritizing
canals that need water quality improvement
and selecting appropriate cleanup options.
Phase I developed the prioritization process
and applied the process to a select group
of previously identified canals with water
quality problems. Conceptual remedial plans
were prepared for several of the highest
priority canals and funding sources identified
to obtain funding for implementation of the
remedial plans.
■ MONROE COUNTY CANAL
BATHYMETRYAND SEDIMENT
CHARACTERIZATION
Monroe County Engineering Services,
Florida, USA
Project Manager This project consists of
performing bathymetric surveys to determine
the average depths of all residential canals in
the Keys. The surveys are being performed
using automated hydrographic survey
equipment consisting of a dual frequency
echo sounder used in conjunction with a GPS
positioning system located on a survey boat.
This survey will provide information on the
total depth of the canals and the accumulated
sediment in the canals. Additionally, ten
samples of the unconsolidated materials
are being collected utilizing a piston tube
sampler and submitted for physical and
chemical characterization to assist in refining
the design for removal and disposal of the
material from the canal bottoms.
■ RESIDENTIAL CANAL INVENTORY
AND WATER QUALITY ASSESSMENT
Monroe County Marine Resources
Department, Florida
Project Manager/Project Hydrogeologist:
The project involved compilation of all existing
surface water quality data from multiple
agencies and sources, evaluation of the
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usefulness of the data in regards to quality
and format, and setup of a GIS of the entire
canal system (480 canals) and metadata file
of the available information. The physical
attributes of the canals were correlated to
the influence on water quality. The objective
of the project was to determine current
water quality conditions in the canals and to
evaluate treatment options for the different
canal types.
■ KISSIMMEE RIVER AQUIFER
STORAGE AND RECOVERY WELL
PILOT TEST SITE
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida
Proiect Manager/Proiect Hvdroaeoloaist:
The scope of services includes development
of all sampling and analysis plans (field
sampling plan, QA project plan, and ADaPT
library); weekly sample collection from the
ASR well, surface water, and groundwater
monitoring well network; laboratory analysis
of a broad range of geochemical parameters
and ecotoxicity testing; and ADaPT data
review and reporting. The data will be
evaluated to determine the geochemical and
microbiological changes during the different
cycles of recharge, storage, and recovery
and will be utilized to determine the feasibility
of ASR as part of the Comprehensive
Everglades Restoration Project.
■ HILLSBORO CANAL AQUIFER
STORAGE AND RECOVERY PILOT
TEST SITE
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Florida
Project Manager/Project Hydrogeologist:
The scope of services included weekly
sample collection from the ASR well, surface
water, and groundwater monitoring well
network; laboratory analysis of a broad
range of geochemical parameters; and
ADaPT data review and reporting. This
is the second active ASR pilot test site to
determine the feasibility of ASR as part of
the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration
Project.
■ PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND
ENVIRONMENT REPORTS FOR SR
836 WIDENING
Miami -Dade Expressway Authority,
Florida
Manager/Project Geologist:
Managed a team of scientists who prepared
the wetland evaluation report, endangered
species biological assessment, and
sociocultural effects evaluation. Completed
a contamination screening evaluation
and prepared the final report. Attended
meetings with the MDX team and assisted
with the State environmental impact report
preparation.
■ ENVIRONMENTAL SITE
ASSESSMENTS IN THE BISCAYNE
BAY COASTAL WETLANDS AND EAST
COAST BUFFER ZONE AREAS
South Florida Water Management District
Land Acquisition Program, Miami -Dade
County, Florida
Project Manager/Project Hydrogeologist:
Multiple site project involving ESAs of
thousands of acres in southeast Florida that
are part of the Comprehensive Everglades
Restoration Project land acquisition program.
The Phase I ESAs entailed evaluation of site
conditions including geology, hydrogeology,
historic research, and documentation of
former and current land -use. Helicopter
fly-overs along with site reconnaissance
were performed. Phase II ESAs entailed
surface and subsurface soil sampling,
sediment sampling, and surface water
and groundwater sampling, along with
analytical analyses of the collected samples.
Assessments have been performed on
more than 45 sites where recognized
environmental concerns were noted.
Ecological risk assessments were performed
on several parcels formerly used for
agricultural purposes in order to determine
potential impacts of pesticides and metals to
aquatic organisms and birds after the lands
are flooded. These assessments require
approval from the FWC as well as SFWMD.
Remedial recommendations and remedial
costs were provided to the SFWMD to assist
in the acquisition negotiations and planning.
Environmental Site Assessments and
■ REMEDIATION AT VARIOUS SITES IN
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY
Miami -Dade County Public Schools,
Florida
Project Manager/Project Hydrogeologist:
Multiple site contract involving environmental
services to determine environmental
concerns at properties being considered
for construction of schools and
implementation of required remedial actions.
Environmental services including ESAs, soil
characterization, risk assessments, remedial
planning and oversight, and regulatory/
environmental compliance for existing and
proposed school sites throughout the county.
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Services provided under master services
agreement from 2004 to 2012 and included
sites in the cities of Miami and North Miami,
and unincorporated areas. Environmental
concerns were identified including former
landfills, industrial discharges, and
agricultural chemical residues. Remedial
alternative evaluation/costing and site
cleanup was performed at numerous sites to
allow schools to be built on schedule.
■ STATE SCHOOL TT-1 ON -SITE
WETLANDS DESIGN
Miami -Dade County Public Schools,
Florida
Project Hydrogeologist: Part of the
environmental permitting services provided
to Miami -Dade County Public Schools.
Managed the design and construction of an
on -site wetland mitigation area to meet the
requirements of a USACE dredge and fill
permit. An existing canal and poor functional
value wetlands were replaced with an
engineered mitigation area. The services
included preparing cut and fill drawings,
proposed topography detail, technical
specifications, planting plans, construction
oversight, and long-term monitoring and
maintenance. Additionally, designed an
educational overlook with signage to be
utilized in the school curriculum.
■ STATE SCHOOL QQQ-1 WETLAND
AND STORMWATER PERMITTING,
OLETA RIVER RECREATION AREA
Miami -Dade County Public Schools,
Florida
Prniat-t I % rlrn a0ln{r St' Part Of the
environmental permitting services provided
to Miami -Dade County Public Schools.
Provided permitting and ecological services
required to obtain the permits to construct
a school on a property that contains coastal
wetlands that are part of the Oleta River
Recreation Area. The scope of services
included wetland delineation, off -site
mitigation for indirect impacts of construction,
preparation of a wetland maintenance
and monitoring plan, protection of the
wetlands during construction, development
of a conservation easement for long-term
preservation of the wetlands and associated
buffer, documentation of permit compliance,
and long term monitoring and maintenance
of the wetlands.
■ STATE SCHOOL SS-1 NATURAL
FOREST COMMUNITY PERMITTING
Miami -Dade County Public Schools,
Florida
sar + u"!+rorv-0ormist• Part of the
environmental permitting services provided
to Miami -Dade County Public Schools.
Provided permitting services related to
construction of new school in a designated
Natural Forest
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Charlene Stroehlen, PE
Engineering
Ms. Charlene Stroehlen is a Senior Associate Engineer with professional experience in stormwater
treatment design, pumping system design, wetland restoration design, environmental resource
permitting, Hillsborough County, SWFWMD, Florida Department of Environmental Protection
(FDEP), Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) and Army Corps of Engineers (USACE)
permitting, surface water modeling, wetland water budget modeling, construction bid package
plans and specification preparation and construction management. She has managed many
stormwater and wetland projects from the design and permitting stage through construction and
final certification. Ms. Stroehlen has designed, modeled, and prepared permit applications and bid
specifications as well as supervised construction for many pumping systems and thousands of
acres of wetlands.
Key Projects
■ DREDGING AND BANK
STABILIZATION SERVICES FOR
EAST CENTRAL REGION CANAL
CONVEYANCE CAPACITY PROGRAM
South Florida Water Management District,
Various East Region Locations, Florida
Principal: Responsible for field investigation
of 100 miles of canals in South Florida.
Reported canal conditions, bathymetric survey,
developed hydraulic models to determine
% flow reduction and designed and costed
canal repairs to return canals hydraulic
flow capacity and repair erosional features.
Engineering evaluation services in conjunction
with dredging and bank stabilization projects
for the East Central Region (Okeechobee
and West Palm field stations) of the District's
Canal Conveyance Capacity Program, a
multi -phase program to identify and schedule
/ prioritize dredging and restoration services to
canal system to restore capacity in locations
affected by siltation, encroachments and other
forms of blockage. Services include review
of historic data and documentation research,
topographic and hydrographic surveys, field
reconnaissance, and report of findings of
recommendations.
■ SLOPE STABILIZATION AND
RESTORATION OF BEVILLE CREEK
AT COFRIN NATURE PARK
City of Gainesville, Florida
Project Manager: Stabilizing the creek bank
of Beville Creek to a more historic condition,
specifically in the vicinity of the historic on -site
house at Cofrin Nature Park, and restoring
a portion of Beville Creek to its historical
condition. The foundation of the onsite house
at Cofrin Nature Park was in jeopardy due
to the stability of various portions of Beville
Creek, where the creek banks are not stable
and are in turn causing the foundation of the
house to be undermined. The restoration
will include bank stabilization, slope grading,
natural creek bed elevation restoration,
and debris and blockage removal. Services
included survey, geotechnical engineering,
preliminary basin review, basin assessment
of the 113 ac basin, creek restoration design,
slope stability design, hydraulic analysis using
ICPR modeling to review proposed design
versus existing conditions, and technical
specification preparation. A basin assessment
was performed for the 113 ac basin, creek
restoration design was performed for the 700
feet portion of the creek to be restored, and
an existing conditions model and proposed
model was prepared to analyze the restoration
and slope stabilization. Responsible for
development of stream modeling, design and
construction plans for creek bank stabilization.
■ FINNIGAN ROAD
Putnam County, Florida
Senior Engineer This project's objective
was to assist the County with upgrading the
stormwater system along Finnigan Road
which discharges into a canal connected
to the St Johns River. The project reduced
turbidity coming from the ditches and unpaved
shell roads in the subdivision, upgrading the
outfall structure and assessing the amount
of sediment already deposited in the canal.
Project tasks included collection of survey data,
creation of a hydrologic model, development
of water quality BMP alternatives, and grant
preparation. Recommendations included ADS
Bay Separators, vegetated infiltration swales,
and paving alternatives to reduce turbidity.
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■ CHASSAHOWITZKA HEADSPRING
RESTORATION PROJECT
Southwest Florida Water Management
District, Homosassa, Florida
Project Manager: This project consists of
design and permitting for the dredging of the
Chassahowitzka Headspring, an OFW in
Citrus County. Responsible for development
and construction plan to remove sediment
from the spring head. Also permitted the
dredging activities and oversaw construction.
■ MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT
FOR LAKES AND WATERSHED
MANAGEMENT
City of Lakeland, Florida
Principal Engineer: Environmental and
engineering services under a master
services agreement, providing support
for lakes and watershed management for
the Lakes and Stormwater Division of the
county public works, involving various lake,
stream and watershed areas. Services
have included water quality statistical trends
analysis, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling,
nutrient load estimates, Best Management
Practices (BMP) nutrient reduction estimates,
prioritization of BMPs, conceptual designs,
land acquisition cost estimates and
construction cost estimates. After BMPs
were selected, Responsible for grant writing,
developing construction bid documents and
oversite and permitting. Responsible for
work performed for Southwest Basin of Lake
Parker BMP Analysis, an impaired waterbody
covering more than 600 acres and involving
2 lakes and 17 subbasins, the water quality
analysis was executed in just over two months.
■ RIVERSIDE FILTER MARSH
City of Naples, Florida
Project Manager: Provide engineering water
quality services to prepare designs, permits
and provide construction services for a filter
marsh to treat stormwater discharge from the
Goodlett Road Pump Station. Responsible
for oversight of design, permitting, and
construction of a stormwater treatment filter
marsh for the City.
■ SPRING LAKE OUTFALL BASIN
MASTER PLAN STORMWATER
MODELING
City of Tampa, Florida
Project Manager: Preparation of two-
dimensional stormwater model as part of
master plan for 420-acre Spring Lake Outfall
Basin. Provided principal review XP SWMM
2d stormwater model and three proposed
alternatives to reduce flooding and add water
quality aspect to the tidally influenced urban
stormwater system.
■ SOUTH LAKE CONINE WATERSHED
RESTORATION AND STORMWATER
TREATMENT SERVICES
City of Winter Haven, Florida
Project Manager: Design and permitting
services for development/restoration of
watershed facilities on 34-acre, city -owned
lakefront parcel. Lake impaired with nutrient
TMDL. Design includes regional stormwater
pond and treatment train, finishing with
polishing wetland before discharge into
lake; design intended to improve lake
water quality via nutrient load reductions.
Design effort included wetlands delineation
/ assessments, geotechnical investigations,
boundary and topographic survey, watershed
modeling, stormwater pollutant load modeling,
stormwater treatment train design, and park
design. Services also included bidding and
construction services and post -construction
water quality monitoring. As project manager
and engineer -of -record oversaw all services
including bidding and construction services
and post -construction water quality monitoring.
■ ALL ABOARD FLORIDA HIGHSPEED
RAIL ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTING
AND CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES
Florida East Coast Industries, Inc., Florida
Permitting Coordinator: All Aboard Florida
(AAF), a subsidiary of Florida East Coast
Industries, Inc. (FECI), is developing a
privately owned, operated, and maintained
passenger rail that will connect South Florida
to Orlando. AMEC was selected to provide
environmental permitting and civil engineering
services. The project is composed of two
distinct segments; a 200-mile north -south
segment of the existing Florida East Coast
Railroad right-of-way (ROW), from Cocoa
to Miami, and a 40-mile east -west segment
along State Road 528 that connects the
Orlando Airport to the rail mainline. Permitting
coordinator for 240 miles of high speed
passenger rail. Developed and reviewed
federal (including NEPA EIS), state and local
permit applications for the project to include
collection of biological, wildlife, stormwater,
geotechnical, noise and vibration, traffic,
floodplain, environmental justice, survey and
other data for development of permits to
build the rail. FDEP started a Tiger Team to
assure all regulatory agencies were receiving
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information and processing it in a timely
fashion. Permitting and reviewing agencies
included FRA, LISACOE, FDEP, LISFWS,
NMFS, FDEP, SHPO, FFWCC, SFWMD,
SJRWMD and Orange, Broward, and Miami
-Dade Counties.
■ COLT CREEK STATE PARK
HYDROLOGIC RESTORATION
Southwest Florida Water Management
District, Lakeland, Florida
Project Manager: This project consists of
the assessment, design, and environmental
permitting in an effort to restore hydrologic
and natural systems within the Colt Creek
State Park area to a more historic condition.
The District hired AMEC to conduct these
services, including a hydrologic model
analysis to determine baseline hydrologic
conditions as well as both on -site and off -site
effects of proposed restoration alternatives.
The primary objective of this project is
recover the hydrologic functions of storage
and conveyance and the ecological value of
wildlife habitat diversity in wetland systems
that have been lost or degraded due to
disturbance by onsite ditching and farming
practices. Restoration for Colt Creek State
Park, an approximate 5,118 acre tract, located
in Polk County, Florida, just north of Lakeland.
Responsible for QA of the hydrologic
modeling, design, and environmental
permitting effort to restore hydrologic and
natural systems within the Colt Creek State
Park area. The hydrologic model compared
the existing conditions, historic conditions, and
proposed alternatives to determine the level of
restoration. Models from adjacent upstream
parcels were incorporated into the models for
the baseflow coming into the property.
■ FLYING EAGLE SHINN DITCH
HYDROLOGIC AND WETLANDS
RESTORATION
Southwest Florida Water Management
District, Inverness, Florida
Principal Engineer: Design, construction
and environmental permitting services as
part of hydraulic and wetlands restoration
plan for Shinn Ditch wetlands system
within 3,500-acre rural Flying Eagle tract in
Citrus County. Environmental and ecologic
conditions degraded over decades due to
unfavorable historic land use. Services to
restore natural hydrologic functions of storage
and conveyance and ecologic value of wildlife
habitat diversity within system. Responsible
for oversite of investigation, designs and
construction to restore wetlands hydro periods
that were altered through historic ditching.
■ ROCKY CREEK LAKE ENHANCEMENT
DESIGN
Southwest Florida Water Management
District, Tampa Florida
Project Manage; Preparation of designs
and permit, and preparation of construction
bid packages for pipeline corridor to transport
water from Lake Pretty to three adjacent
county lakes during "high water" periods.
Project consists of design and related
services for three corridors, approximately
5 acres, totaling 4,000 linear feet by 50 feet
wide. Two buildings house diesel pumps and
approximately 3,500 feet of pipeline, including
two jack and bores. Responsible for system
civil, electrical, mechanical and architectural
design, preparation of construction bid
documents and technical specifications, and
obtaining permits from DEP, DOT, Hillsborough
County, and LISACE.
■ SECTION 316(B) COMPREHENSIVE
DEMONSTRATION STUDIES
Gulf Power Company, Pensacola,
Sneads, Lynn Haven, Florida
Senior Engineer, Environmental consulting
to provide permitting and comprehensive
demonstration studies at three power
generating plants on the Florida panhandle
(Escambia and Apalachicola Rivers and St.
Andrews Bay), for compliance with Clean
Water Act 316(b), including: preliminary
facility engineering assessments, preparation
of proposal for information collection (PIC)
including a sampling plan for entrainment and
impingement assessment), characterization
of source water, and other services. Also
developed hydraulic and water quality models
at Plant Crist to determine effects of proposed
1,560-foot barge mooring facility in adjacent
Escambia River. Responsible for oversight
of the HZI studies which modeled the zone
of influence of the cooling intake structures;
model included bathymetric cross sections
and vertical temperature profiles; parameters
analyzed by the models included changes
in river flow velocities and water surface
elevations under different river flow conditions.
■ MARJORIE HARRIS CARR CROSS
FLORIDA WITHLACOOCHEE BAY
TRAIL
O'Steen Brothers, Inc., Inglis, Florida
Project Manager. The project involved
surveying, ecological evaluation, engineering
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design, permitting, and construction services
for the installation of the Marjorie Harris Carr
Cross Florida Greenway Withlacoochee Bay
Trail along the Cross Florida Barge Canal. The
project area, approximately 25-acres, included
3.2 miles of a 12-foot-wide paved trail. An
adjustable drop structure with headwall and
70 linear feet of 24-inch reinforced concrete
pipe with a TF-1 TideFlex at the outlet to
prevent backflow, a concrete outfall structure
and stormwater treatment swales. Developed
designs and permitted 4.5 mile trail adjacent
to the Florida Barge Canal. Also conducted
construction oversite and testing for pavement
of trail.
■ KISSIMMEE WETLAND RESTORATION
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA)/
Natural Resources Conservation Service
(NRCS), Okeechobee, Florida
This project consists of
design and permitting for the hydrologic
and natural systems restoration of impacted
wetlands on the USDA-NRCS Kissimmee
easement. Developed wetland restoration
plans for 560 acre Cattle management area
in South Florida. Responsible for a plan to
restore wetland hydrology without offsite
impacts. hydrologic modeling and water
budget modeling was conducted for each
historic wetland onsite. Three alternatives
were developed using practices such as ditch
blocks, structure removal, sheet pile weir and
dikes for water retention. Construction plans
were prepared for the chosen alternative.
Permits were obtained from SFWMD and the
USACE.
■ NRCS WETLANDS RESERVE
PROGRAM
Fisheating Creek Site, Florida
Project Manager: The Fisheating Creek
Wetland Reserve Program (WRP) project is
the largest contiguous private lands project
(33,000 acres) in the country involving four
four landowners and seven seven individual
tracts of land and approximately 8 miles
of channelized Fisheating Creek located
in Highlands County, Florida. AMEC has
conducted assessment of the ecological health
and hydrologic regime of the project area.
AMEC is developing solutions for restoration
of the area to a more historic condition. To
meet success criteria, AMEC has conducted
surveying, modeling and a biological
assessment of the site. Modeling includes
development of an existing model and three
alternatives. Responsible for the oversite
of development of hydrologic restoration of
a 34,000 acre tract of farmland for wetland
restoration. Hydrologic models were
developed to determine existing conditions
and three wetland restoration alternatives.
■ NUTRIENT LOADING REDUCTION
STUDYAND WATERSHED
MANAGEMENT PLANNING FOR TWO
CREEKS
Orange County Board of Commissioners
- Environmental Protection Division,
Orlando, Florida
Principal Engineer: Development of
nutrient loading and reduction evaluation for
management and protection of waters of the
Upper Shingle Creek and Western Boggy
Creek Basins. Upper Shingle Creek Basin
includes four water bodies: Lake Mann,
Lake Cane, Lake Catherine and Clear Lake.
Evaluation is to identify specific areas within
both basins where nutrient load reductions
can be achieved, and to provide watershed
management and plans to achieve water
quality improvements. Responsible for a
nutrient loading and reduction evaluation
involving watershed subbasin delineations and
hydrologic and nutrient budget development;
identified significant pollution sources;
provided ranking of sub -basin areas with
respect to annual mass and areal loadings
and a sampling plan which verifies pollutant
source and loads; estimated inputs from
precipitation, groundwater seepage, and
stormwater runoff in developing hydrologic
budgets; nutrient budgets considered inputs
from bulk precipitation, groundwater seepage,
stormwater runoff, and internal recycling.
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Gregory Corning, EIT
Engineering
As a Staff Engineer, Mr. Gregory Corning provides technical input and engineering analysis to
projects involving stormwater, hydrologic, and environmental investigations. Mr. Corning has
participated in the analysis of surface water quality and stormwater pollutant loadings, treatment
of agricultural runoff by wetland systems, design of wastewater and water supply systems, and
analysis of stormwater structures and facilities. He has conducted field exploration and research
on several environmental projects, such as surface water assessment and monitoring and wetland
evaluations. Mr. Corning also has experience in the development of construction documents such
as drawings, technical specifications, and cost estimates.
Key Projects
■ ALL ABOARD FLORIDA HIGHSPEED
RAIL ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTING
AND CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES
Florida East Coast Industries, Florida
tuff Fnriinpar Assisted in preparing
federal permits for a high speed railway.
All Aboard Florida (AAF), a subsidiary of
Florida East Coast Industries, Inc. (FECI),
is developing a privately owned, operated,
and maintained passenger rail that will
connect south Florida to Orlando. AMEC
was selected to provide environmental
permitting and civil engineering services.
The project is composed of two distinct
segments; a 200-mile north -south segment
of the existing Florida East Coast Railroad
right-of-way (ROW), from Cocoa to Miami,
and a 40-mile east -west segment along
State Road 528 that connects Orlando to
the FECI mainline.
■ CHASSAHOWITZKA HEADSPRING
RESTORATION PROJECT
Southwest Florida Water Management
District, Homosassa, Florida
Staff Engineer. Assisted with the design
of the dredging system and construction
drawings. Prepared the permit applications,
technical specifications, and bid
specifications. This project consists of
design and permitting for the dredging of
the Chassahowitzka Headspring in Citrus
County.
■ MASTER SERVICES AGREEMENT
FOR LAKES AND WATERSHED
MANAGEMENT
City of Lakeland, Florida
Civil Engineer. Used AutoCAD 2009 to
design construction plans for permitting/
construction. Pulled together ERP permit
application information which required the
use of GIS. Assisted with creating a cost
estimate for bid process. Environmental
and engineering services under a master
services agreement, providing support
for lakes and watershed management for
the Lakes and Stormwater Division of the
county public works, involving various lake,
stream and watershed areas. Services have
included water quality statistical trends
analysis, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling,
nutrient load estimates, Best Management
Practices (BMP) nutrient reduction
estimates, prioritization of BMPs, conceptual
designs, land acquisition cost estimates and
construction cost estimates.
■ SOUTH LAKE CONINE WATERSHED
RESTORATION AND STORMWATER
TREATMENT SERVICES
City of Winter Haven, Florida
CADD Designer. Assisted with the
design of the land use areas within the
aforementioned project. Also assisted with
creating cross -sections of the proposed turn
lane for the aforementioned project. Design
and permitting services for development/
restoration of watershed facilities on 34-
acre, city -owned lakefront parcel. Lake
impaired with nutrient TMDL. Design
includes regional stormwater pond and
treatment train, finishing with polishing
wetland before discharge into lake; design
intended to improve lake water quality
via nutrient load reductions. Design effort
included wetlands delineation/assessments,
geotechnical investigations, boundary and
topographic survey, watershed modeling,
stormwater pollutant load modeling,
stormwater treatment train design, and park
design. Services also included bidding and
construction services and post -construction
water quality monitoring.
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■ COLT CREEK STATE PARK
HYDROLOGIC RESTORATION
Southwest Florida Water Management
District, Lakeland, Florida
Staff Engineer. Prepared the quality
assurance plan, and bid specifications,
permit applications, technical specifications,
operation and maintenance plan. Assisted
with the design of the restoration system
and construction drawings. This project
consists of the assessment, design, and
environmental permitting in an effort to
restore hydrologic and natural systems
within the Colt Creek State Park area
to a more historic condition. The District
hired AMEC to conduct these services,
including a hydrologic model analysis to
determine baseline hydrologic conditions
as well as both on -site and off -site effects
of proposed restoration alternatives. The
primary objective of this project is recover
the hydrologic functions of storage and
conveyance and the ecological value of
wildlife habitat diversity in wetland systems
that have been lost or degraded due to
disturbance by onsite ditching and farming
practices.
■ ICHETUCKNEE TRACE MINING
RECLAMATION AND STATE PARK
DESIGN
Florida Department of Environmental
Protection, Lake City, Florida
Staff Engineer. Responsible for the
civil design of the infrastructure of the
recreational park which included the
stormwater system, on -site septic system,
and potable water system. The purpose
of this project is to design and permit the
Ichetucknee Recreational Facility, which
includes a swim beach, fishing platforms,
boat ramp, trails, restroom facilities,
maintenance building, entrance roadway
with gatehouse, and a dive platform with
loading area. The facilities are located on
land owned by FDER The project area,
which is approximately 660-acres, proposed
for the facility is located within Columbia
County, Florida in Sections 16,17,20, and
21, Township 5 South, and Range 16
East.. The project area extends from the
existing access road off of Carpenter Road
and continues through the existing mine
quarry pits to the intersection of the existing
paved Kirby Pit Road. Stormwater runoff
from the proposed improvements will be
contained onsite. Due to all stormwater
being contained on site, water quantity
was not a design criterion, although water
quality was part of the design for proposed
new pavement surfaces.To account for the
water quality treatment of the proposed
impervious areas, earthen swales along
with drop structures and reinforced
concrete pipes were designed throughout
the proposed areas to direct the runoff to
the proposed stormwater ponds, which
will utilize percolation to treat the designed
1-inch of runoff. For the existing paved
roads the stormwater runoff will sheetflow
through existing vegetation in a drainage
pattern similar to the existing site conditions
and will discharge into the existing onsite
lakes, as they do in the existing conditions.
■ JACK CREEK HYDROLOGIC AND
WETLAND RESTORATION
Southwest Florida Water Management
District, Sebring, Florida
Staff Engineer. Prepared the permit
applications, technical specifications, and
bid specifications. Assisted with the design
of the restoration system and construction
drawings. This project consists of design
and permitting for the hydrologic and natural
systems restoration of impacted wetlands
on the Jack Creek Tract in Highlands
County.
■ KISSIMMEE WETLAND RESTORATION
US Department of Agriculture/Natural
Resources Conservation Service,
Okeechobee, Florida
Staff Engineer. Assisted with the design
of the restoration system and construction
drawings. Prepared the permit applications,
technical specifications, operation and
maintenance plan, quality assurance plan,
and bid specifications. This project consists
of design and permitting for the hydrologic
and natural systems restoration of impacted
wetlands on the USDA-NRCS Kissimmee
Oaks/Oxbow easement boundary.
■ WETLAND RESERVE PLAN OF
OPERATION 1,160 ACRES
US Department of Agriculture National
Resource Conservation Services,
Highland County, Sebring, Florida
Staff Engineer. Assisted with construction
drawings and the design of the restoration
system. Prepared the permit applications,
operation and maintenance plan, quality
assurance plan, technical specifications
and bid specifications. This project consists
of design and permitting for the hydrologic
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and natural systems restoration of impacted
wetlands on the USDA-NRCS Lott
easement boundary.
■ MARJORIE HARRIS CARR CROSS
FLORIDA WITHLACOOCHEE BAY
TRAIL
O'Steen Brothers, Inc., Inglis, Florida
Staff Engineer. Assisted with the
engineering and design of the stormwater
system and construction drawings.
Prepared the permit applications, technical
specifications, and bid specifications.
The project involved engineering design,
permitting, and construction services for
the installation of the Marjorie Harris Carr
Cross Florida Greenway Withlacoochee
Bay Trail. The project area, approximately
25-acres, included 3.2 miles of a 12 foot
wide paved trail. An adjustable drop
structure with headwall and 70 linear feet of
24-inch reinforced concrete pipe with a TF-1
TideFlex at the outlet to prevent backflow ,
60 linear feet of 14-inch x 23-inch elliptical
concrete pipe with mitered end sections,
and 20 linear feet of 18-inch reinforced
concrete pipe with mitered end sections.
■ EARLY SITE PERMIT (ESP)
PSEG Power/ Sargent & Lundy, LLC
LowerAlloway Creek Township, New
Jersey
Performed quality
assurance/control on modeling input data.
Performed data collection, analysis and
report to support the preparation of Sections
2.4 and 2.5 of Ch 2 for an early site permit
application.
■ SCARBOROUGH AND SONS
WETLAND RESTORATION
US Department of Agriculture(USDA)/
National Resource Conservation
Services, Sebring, Florida
Staff Engine Prepared the permit
applications, technical specifications, bid
specifications, operation and maintenance
plan, and quality assurance plan. Assisted
with the design of the restoration system
and construction drawings. This project
consists of design and permitting for the
hydrologic and natural systems restoration
of impacted wetlands on the USDA-NRCS
Scarborough and Sons easement boundary.
■ ROCKY CREEK LAKE ENHANCEMENT
DESIGN
Southwest Florida Water Management
District, Tampa, Florida
Staff Engineer. Responsible for system
civil, electrical, mechanical and architectural
design, preparation of construction bid
documents and technical specifications,
and obtaining permits from DEP, DOT,
Hillsborough County, and USACE.
Preparation of designs and permit, and
preparation of construction bid packages
for pipeline corridor to transport water
from Lake Pretty to three adjacent county
lakes during "high water" periods. Project
consists of design and related services
for three corridors, approximately 5 acres,
totaling 4,000 linear feet by 50 feet wide.
Two buildings house diesel pumps and
approximately 3,500 feet of pipeline,
including two jack and bores.
■ WETLAND RESERVE PLAN-
KISSIMMEE OAKS & OXBOW
US Department of Agriculture/National
Resource Conservation Services,
Okeechobee, Florida
Staff Engineer. Assisted with the design
of the restoration system and construction
drawings. Prepared the permit applications,
technical specifications, operation and
maintenance plan, quality assurance plan,
and bid specifications. The Kissimmee Oaks
and Oxbow easement is approximately
536 acres located in western Okeechobee
County, Florida. AMEC was contracted by
the USDA-NRCS to prepare a Wetland
Reserve Plan of Operation (WRPO) for the
Easement Restoration Agreement between
USDA-NRCS and the landowners of the
Kissimmee Oaks and Oxbow Ranch. The
project was broken down into three phases
to achieve historic ecological communities
of the aforementioned site.
■ WETLAND RESERVE PLAN OF
OPERATION 1,160 ACRES HIGHLAND
COUNTY
US Department of Agriculture/National
Resource Conservation Services Lake
Placid, Florida
Staff Engineer. Prepared the technical
specifications, operation and maintenance
plan, permit applications, quality assurance
plan, and bid specifications. Assisted
with the design of the restoration system
and construction drawings. This WRPO
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easement property covers approximately
1,160 acres in Highlands County, FL.
AMEC was contracted by the USDA-NRCS
to prepare a WRPO for the Easement
Restoration Agreement between USDA-
NRCS and the landowners. The project was
broken down into three phases to achieve
historic ecological communities of the
aforementioned site.
■ PHASE I AND II ENVIRONMENTAL
SITE ASSESSMENTS
US Department of Agriculture National
Resource Conservation Services, 16
Sites throughout South Florida
Civil Engineer. Analyzed field notes,
GPS points, and aerials to create a
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
report. AMEC completed 16 Phase I
Environmental Site Assessments according
to the standards and specifications set
forth by CERCLA, the USEPA, AN Final
Rule ASTM Standards. The total acreage
assessed in this project was 40,000 acres
(approximately 62 square miles). At three
of the 16 sites, Phase 11 assessments were
recommended and performed under a
follow on contract. Two of the three Phase
11 sites were in Highlands County and
part of a 26,000 acre Wetland Reserve
Program easement acquisition known as the
Fisheating Creek WRP.
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Lance Lumbard, CLP
Water Quality
Mr. Lance Lumbard has 17 years of applied aquatic science and business management
experience with design, permitting, construction, and operation of lake dredging and restoration
projects, stormwater retrofit projects, water treatment and filtration systems, fisheries management
programs, aquatic animal laboratory facilities, and other water resources projects. Prior to joining
AMEC in 2011, Mr. Lumbard was the Water Resources Project Manager for the LCWA for nine
years where he managed more than 60 water resources projects. Mr. Lumbard has also served as
an expert witness in fisheries science and lake restoration in support of large construction projects.
Mr. Lumbard is the project manager for some of AMEC's commercial clients and has a successful
record of providing task facilitation services for major permitting efforts with the USACE. Mr.
Lumbard is the project manager for multiple watershed studies for government clients within
Central Florida aimed at identifying the causes of water quality impairments and providing
appropriate solutions. Mr. Lumbard's construction projects at the LCWA required successfully
obtaining multiple permits for dredge and fill operations from the USACE and other ERPs from
agencies including the FDEP. Mr. Lumbard's experience working for local government and
with various permitting agencies makes him ideally suited to assume key roles with AMEC's
commercial clients requiring permitting assistance.
Key Projects
■ MONROE COUNTY CANAL
MANAGEMENT MASTER PLAN —
PHASE
Monroe County, Florida
Project Scientist The project involved
Phase I of creating a canal management
master plan throughout the Florida Keys for
prioritizing canals that need water quality
improvement and selecting appropriate
cleanup options. Phase I developed the
prioritization process and applied the
process to a select group of previously
identified canals with water quality problems.
Conceptual remedial plans are being
prepared for several of the highest priority
canals and funding sources identified to
obtain funding for implementation of the
remedial plans.
■ LAKE BEAUCLAIR AQUATIC
ENHANCEMENT PROJECT
Lake County WaterAuthority, Florida
LCWA Project Manager Developed and
managed this project as part of a TMDL
Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP)
to restore approximately 50,000 acres of
surface waters downstream of Lake Apopka.
This project targeted in -lake nutrient loading
and navigational issues, including residential
canals, and involved the strategic removal
of approximately 1.4 million cubic yards of
anthropogenic sediments deposited in Lake
Beauclair. This $10 million project was the
largest project undertaken by LCWA and
required nearly 10 years of planning and
permitting to initiate construction. Challenges
to the project included location of a suitable
disposal site, consolidation of dredge material,
and potential heavy metal contaminants in
the dredge material. Coordinated several site
alternatives with the SJRWMD and ultimately
selected one that would provide a beneficial
use of the dredge material by capping
contaminated sediments within a restored
agricultural property. Provided expert witness
testimony and successfully defended LCWA
against a challenge to the ERP alleging that
the Lake Beauclair sediments contained
excessive arsenic levels. Managed the Dredge
and Fill permit for the USACE and the ERP
for the FDEP. Successfully negotiated a no -
cost mitigation strategy with FDEP for any
disturbance to lake vegetation at the time of
dredging. Worked with FWC to secure $1
million in cooperative funding.
■ LAKE BUMBY/TYNER SEDIMENT
SAMPLING AND BATHYMETRY
Orange County, Florida
Project Manager: AMEC was contracted by
Orange County to obtain bathymetric data and
physico-chemical sediment characterization
data for Lakes Bumby and Tyner. This project
involved lake bottom characterization using
bathymetric techniques and collection of
undisturbed sediment core samples using
specially design equipment. Sediment
core samples were evaluated to determine
phosphorus speciation and internal sources
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of available phosphorus. Depth to lake bottom
and muck thickness was also determined in
each lake. Statistical analysis was provided
and evaluated for the data produced from
sediment cores in each lake. The data is
proposed to be used for determination of
application rates for chemical sediment -
phosphorus inactivation at a future date.
■ LAKE CANE SEDIMENT SAMPLING
AND BATHYMETRY
Orange County, Florida
Project Manager: AMEC was contracted
by Orange County to obtain bathymetric
data and physico-chemical sediment data
for Lake Cane which is listed as an impaired
water by the FDEP. This project involved lake
bottom characterization using bathymetric
techniques and collection of twenty undisturbed
sediment core samples using specially design
equipment. Sediment core samples were
evaluated to determine phosphorus speciation
and internal sources of available phosphorus.
Depth to lake bottom and muck thickness was
also determined in each lake. AMEC provided
Orange County with GIS data detailing location
of sediment and sounding locations as well as
the physico-chemical data for each sediment
core. The data is proposed to be used for
determination of application rates for chemical
sediment -phosphorus inactivation at a future
date.
■ PINE LAKE SEDIMENT NUTRIENT
INACTIVATION PROJECT
Pinellas County, Florida
Project Scientist: Prepared the sediment
sampling plan and performed sampling
for Pine Lake to include phosphorus
speciation and an assessment of bio-
available phosphorus within the lake.
Responsible for review and interpretation
of the sediment data and development and
review of the nutrient inactivation project
involving PhoslockTM. This project is aimed
at reducing internal nutrient loading and
achievement of the TMDL for this south
Florida lake.
■ BAY LAKE HYDROLOGIC/NUTRIENT
BUDGET AND LAKE MANAGEMENT
PLAN
Orange County, Florida
Project Manager: Evaluated the existing
TMDL and prepared hydrologic budgets
for this 36-acre lake using literature values,
topographic data, ArcGIS, field verification
of stormwater structures, seepage analysis,
stormwater sampling, and archival rainfall and
discharge data. Hydrologic data was then used
to develop loading models for an evaluation
of BMP alternatives which were proposed for
the watershed. Linear regression analysis
was performed for all available water quality
parameters using STORET water quality data
archives and County -supplied data. Trophic
State Indexes (TSI) were computed annually
and analyzed based on FDEP protocol.
Spreadsheet models were utilized to develop
hydrologic and nutrient load estimates and
Bathtub was employed to verify that the loading
model matched the predicted water quality for
the lake. Bathtub was also used to provide the
expected water quality response for a given
project alternative. Seven project alternatives
were developed including dry retention, wet
retention, media filtration, and alum treatment.
■ LAKE CONDEL HYDROLOGIC/
NUTRIENT BUDGET AND LAKE
MANAGEMENT PLAN
Orange County, Florida
Project Manager: Prepared hydrologic
budgets for this impaired 3.3-acre lake using
literature values, topographic data, ArcGIS,
field verification of stormwater structures,
seepage analysis, stormwater sampling,
and archival rainfall and discharge data.
Sediment cores were obtained and analyzed
to estimate potential internal loading.
Hydrologic data is being used to develop
loading models for an evaluation of BMP
alternatives which are being developed for
the watershed. Linear regression analysis
was performed for all available water quality
parameters using STORET water quality
data archives and County -supplied data. TSI
were computed annually and analyzed based
on FDEP protocol. Spreadsheet models were
utilized to develop hydrologic and nutrient
load estimates and Bathtub was employed
to verify that the loading model matched the
predicted water quality for the lake. Bathtub
will also be used to provide the expected
water quality response for a given project
alternative.
■ LAKE CHRISTIE HYDROLOGIC/
NUTRIENT BUDGET AND LAKE
MANAGEMENT PLAN
Orange County, Florida
Project Manager: Prepared hydrologic
budgets for this impaired 11-acre lake using
literature values, topographic data, ArcGIS,
field verification of stormwater structures,
seepage analysis, stormwater sampling,
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and archival rainfall and discharge data.
Sediment cores were obtained and analyzed
to estimate potential internal loading.
Hydrologic data was then used to develop
loading models for an evaluation of BMP
alternatives which are being developed for
the watershed. Linear regression analysis
was performed for all available water quality
parameters using STORET water quality
data archives and County -supplied data. TSI
were computed annually and analyzed based
on FDEP protocol. Spreadsheet models were
utilized to develop hydrologic and nutrient
load estimates and Bathtub was employed
to verify that the loading model matched the
predicted water quality for the lake. Bathtub
will also be used to provide the expected
water quality response for a given project
alternative.
■ LAKE GANDY HYDROLOGIC/
NUTRIENT BUDGETAND LAKE
MANAGEMENT PLAN
Orange County, Florida
Project Manager: Prepared hydrologic
budgets for this impaired 27-acre lake using
literature values, topographic data, ArcGIS,
field verification of stormwater structures,
estimated seepage analysis, and archival
rainfall and discharge data. Hydrologic data
was then used to develop loading models for
an evaluation of BMP alternatives which are
being developed for the watershed. Linear
regression analysis was performed for all
available water quality parameters using
STORET water quality data archives and
County -supplied data. TSI was computed
annually and analyzed based on FDEP
protocol. Spreadsheet models were utilized
to develop hydrologic and nutrient load
estimates and Bathtub was employed to
verify that the loading model matched the
predicted water quality for the lake. Bathtub
was also used to provide the expected
water quality response for a given project
alternative.
■ STORMWATER POND NUTRIENT
REDUCTION ENHANCEMENT STUDY
Seminole County, Florida
Project Manager: Developed a ranking
system to determine the most suitable
stormwater pond sites for implementation of
soil amendments using Bold and GoIdTM
media. 20 County ponds were evaluated
using GIS and geotechnical information
to determine greatest potential for loading
reduction to the Wekiwa Springs recharge
basin. Ground and surface water will
also be monitored to determined actual
groundwater loading and establish baseline
information. Estimated loading reductions
from incorporation of media will be calculated
using literature based values from similar
projects.
■ APOPKA-BEAUCLAIR CANAL
NUTRIENT REDUCTION FACILITY
Lake County WaterAuthority, Florida
I ranrA Pr,nin> f Manager Developed
and managed this project as part of a
comprehensive plan for restoration of nearly
50,000 acres of impaired lakes downstream
of Lake Apopka. Developed the RFP for
project design and recommended design
award. The design was based on a novel
application of proven technology involving
injection of aluminum sulfate to remove
excessive nutrients from water discharging
from Lake Apopka. Managed the project
design process and prepared the project
construction bid package. Managed the
Dredge and Fill permit application process
with the USACE as well as the ERP
application process with FDEP. Successfully
defended LCWAs ERP application and
wetland delineation after a permit challenge
from a local activist group. Proposed and
implemented a no -cost mitigation strategy
involving granting of an easement to Florida
Communities Trust over land already owned
by LCWA in exchange for wetland impacts
from the project. Evaluated project proposals
and recommended construction of the
$7.2-million project. Negotiated a no -cost
lease agreement for the project site with the
SJRWMD. Submitted a grant application and
obtained $3.6 million in construction funds
from FDEP to support the project. Secured
the building permits for the project and
oversaw and managed project construction.
Developed a beneficial use disposal plan for
residual material that would be produced by
the facility. Prepared facility operation plans
and developed annual operating budgets in
excess of $1 million. Hired and trained an
operation staff to run the facility. Implemented
a QA project plan and a routine performance
monitoring plan for the facility. Provided the
executive director and board of trustees
with monthly performance reports detailing
successful improvements to water quality.
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As a Staff Scientist with AMEC, Mr. Jeremy Paris is a valuable resource in a range of
environmental services, biological assessments, and wetland delineations. Mr. Paris has a
portfolio of wetland biology and environmental sciences for the South Florida and Southwest
Florida Water Management Districts, United States Department of Defense, and the National
Parks Service. As a wetland biologist, Mr. Paris' responsibilities include technical writing,
research, and review of regulatory statutes, vegetative restoration, wetland determinations,
species identification, and mangrove protection. Serving as an environmental scientist, Mr. Paris
participates in stormwater, groundwater, effluent, and soil sampling.
Key Projects
■ MONROE COUNTY CANAL MASTER
PLAN (PHASE I & II) 2012-2013 —
WATER QUALITY MONITORING AND
BIOLOGICAL EVALUATION
Monroe County, Florida
Field Scientist: Conducted water
quality monitoring and limited biological
assessments on several hundred canals
throughout Monroe County, Florida. During
Phase I, utilized data sets developed
during his canal visits as well as, existing
information to rank a subset of canals for
potential restoration.
■ 9R-27L RUNWAY EXPANSION
Broward County Aviation Department, Ft.
Lauderdale, Florida
F«i s M4,r4• Providing ecological
services and permit compliance monitoring
for the expansion of the 9R-27L runway
at Ft. Lauderdale -Hollywood International
Airport (FLL). Ecological services include
implementation and review of daily
inspection reports for compliance as well as
oversight of the Manatee and Indigo Snake
Protection education plan and migratory
bird nest removal activities. Protected
species include the burrowing owl, wood
stork, and crested caracara. Developed an
environmental permit matrix for the purpose
of tracking environmental regulatory
requirements for the project.
■ ECOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS AND
PERMITTING SERVICES
All Aboard Florida, South Florida
Field Scientist: Conducted wetland and
benthic surveys in support of the All Aboard
Florida High Speed Rail project, as well
as completed the associated coastal and
aquatic ecosystem permitting requirements
for Miami -Dade and Broward Counties in
South Florida. Prime author of the permits
sections dedicated to the ecological surveys.
■ MACDILLAIR FORCE BASE
Tampa, Florida
Field Scientist•. Performed protected
species surveys for the Florida mouse and
bald eagle. The ecological services included
migratory bird surveys within beach and
coastal ecosystems. Additional services
included nesting surveys for bald eagle
fledglings, delineation of mangrove forests,
and identification of migratory birds.
■ NORTH DADE MIDDLE SCHOOL
DEVELOPMENT
Miami -Dade County Public Schools,
Florida
Field Scientist: Performed nesting
surveys for burrowing owls as part of the
construction of a Miami -Dade County public
school. Monitored active burrowing owl
nests for burrowing juvenile development.
Subsequent to observing the maturation
process and completion of the fledgling
stage, Coordinated with Florida Fish and
Wildlife Commission officers to obtain a
permit for the collapsing of the burrow.
■ WETLANDS RESTORATION PLAN
NRCS Wetlands Reserve Program
Fisheating Creek Site, Florida
Wetlands Scientist- The Fisheating Creek
Wetland Reserve Program (WRP) project is
the largest contiguous private lands project
(26,225 acres) in the country involving four
landowners and five individual tracts of land
and approximately 8 miles of channelized
Fisheating Creek located in Highlands
County, Florida. AMEC has conducted
assessment of the ecological health and
hydrologic regime of the project area. AMEC
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is developing solutions for restoration of the
area to a more historic condition. To meet
success criteria, AMEC has conducted
surveying, modeling and a biological
assessment of the site. Modeling includes
development of an existing model and
three alternatives. Evaluated the ecological
benefits of the proposed hydrologic
restoration of wetlands within the Fish
Eating Creek floodplain. He also completed
a UMAM style wetland evaluation and
ecological assessment. The aforementioned
assessment included a survey of threatened
and endangered species in addition to
identifying all invasive and exotic species
within the project limits for the development
of a maintenance and monitoring plan.
■ HERBERT HOOVER DIKE
REHABILITATION ECOLOGICAL
SERVICES
US Army Corps of Engineers, Jacksonville
District/Hayward Baker, Inc, St. Lucia
Waterway, Florida
Field Scientist: Ecological services in
conjunction with installation of subsurface
barrier system during rehabilitation of
Herbert Hoover Dike, surrounding Lake
Okeechobee, in South Florida. Ecological
services included development and
presentation of Environmental Protection
Plan and Indigo Snake Protection/
Education Plan and ecological monitoring
and initial site surveys for threatened and
endangered species, and for migratory
bird nests during construction activities.
Responsible for identification of migratory
birds and endangered plant and animal
species.
■ MIAMI-DADE EXPRESSWAY
EXPANSION
Miami -Dade County, Florida
Field Sceintist: In accordance with the with
the Florida Department of Transportation
(FDOT) Project Development and
Environment Manual (PD&E), Delineated
and ecologically assessed through the
Uniform Mitigation Assessment Method
(UMAM) the ecological benefits of the
wetlands located within the transportation
corridor. Performed an Endangered
Species and Biological Assessment of the
numerous habitat features (i.e. canals,
lakes, vegetated swales) which exist within
the proposed area for development. Project
activities also included reviewing the
existing South Florida Water Management
District's (SFWMD) Environmental
Resource Permit (ERP). Acting on behalf
of MDX and their representatives, attended
public scoping meeting that detailed the
projects benefits and impacts.
■ WETLAND DETERMINATION AND
ASSESSMENT REPORT
SBA Communications, Doral, Florida
Field Scientist: Completed a wetland
determination and evaluation report
in response to a Miami Dade County
Department of Environmental Resources
(DERM) citation prohibiting the installation
of a cellular communications tower. During
the evaluation process, performed a Unified
Mitigation Assessment Method (UMAM)
and Wetland Assessment Technique for
Environmental Review (WA.T.E.R) as
part of the reporting requirements. Duties
also included delineating the jurisdictional
wetlands and coordinating mitigation
requirements with the Florida Power and
Light Wetlands Mitigation Bank.
■ WETLAND RESERVE PLAN
Department of Agriculture/National
Resource Conservation Services,
Kissimmee Oaks and Oxbow,
Okeechobee, Florida
Wetlands Specialist: The Kissimmee Oaks
and Oxbow easement is approximately
536 acres located in western Okeechobee
County, Florida. AMEC was contracted
by the USDA-NRCS to prepare a WRPO
for the Easement Restoration Agreement
between USDA-NRCS and the landowners
of the Kissimmee Oaks and Oxbow Ranch.
The project was broken down into three
phases to achieve historic ecological
communities of the aforementioned site.
Responsible for the ecological surveys
at the site. This included extensive data
collection on quality of habitats, vegetation
classification, identifying protected
species habitats, and identifying presence
of invasive species. He was the prime
author of the report sections dedicated
to ecological surveys and conservation
practices.
■ FLORIDA KEYS OVERSEAS
HERITAGE TRAIL
Florida Department of Environmental
Protection, Monroe County, Florida
Wetlands S+ Developed pre -
construction plans for the restoration
of three disturbed sites located within
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the Crocodile Lake National Wildlife
Refuge. The plans were a U.S. Fish and
Wildlife requirement for the loss of wood
rat habitat as part of the trails project.
Designed the planting plan and invasive
species management plan. Will be
providing biological monitoring during the
construction.
■ GULF COAST DEEPWATER HORIZON
SPILL NRDA, HUMAN RESOURCE
SURVEY
Gulf Coast of Florida
Field Scientist: In response to the
Deepwater Horizon spill, performed a
human resource survey that assessed the
disasters impact on beach utilization in the
Florida Panhandle. The survey focused
on the public response to the spill and
willingness to use the water for recreational
purposes.
■ STATE SCHOOL QQQ-1 WETLAND
MAINTENANCE AND MONITORING
Oleta River Recreation Area, North Miami,
Florida
Field Scientist. Provided permitting and
ecological services required to obtain the
permits to construct a school on a property
that contains coastal wetlands that are
part of the Oleta River Recreation Area.
Regularly met with regulators on -site to
ensure that permit compliance was being
achieved. During the construction of the
school, performed routine inspections of the
silt fencing and construction fencing to verify
that the sediment control devices were
being properly maintained. As part of the
South Florida Water Management District
ERP, Provided oversight of the installation of
rip rap for the purpose of slope stabilization
within the conservation easement. During
the re -vegetation of the mitigation area,
supervised the installation of the planting
plan and verified that the plants meet State
of Florida criteria. Furthermore, activities
included the supervision of the the invasive
species removal program. As part of the
monitoring and management plan, performs
semi-annual monitoring that includes flora
and fauna surveys.
■ STATE SCHOOL T 1 ENVIRONMENTAL
PERMITTING
Miami -Dade County Public Schools,
Doral, Florida
17^-'A The project required the
review of the existing SFWMD ERP and
Dredge and Fill Permits for completeness.
■ STATE SCHOOL TT-1 ON -SITE
WETLANDS DESIGN
Miami -Dade County Public Schools,
Florida
1AIMI-I'm c,. ent ct- Performed oversight
of the construction of an on -site wetland
mitigation area to meet the requirements
of a USACE Dredge and Fill Permit for the
mitigation of filling jurisdictional wetlands.
Performed routine daily inspections of the
effectiveness and proper construction of silt
fencing and sediment control. Designed and
supervised the installation of the mitigation
planting plan in addition to, performing post -
mitigation semi-annual monitoring of the
site. Confirmed that the installation of trees
and shrubs met the FDOT requirements for
planting. In accordance with the mandatory
conditions detailed in the USACE Dredge
and Fill Permit, completed a Wetland
Rapid Assessment Procedure (WRAP)
for the post -restoration mitigation area
documenting the change in ecological
conditions.
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GIS Database Management
Mr. Stephen Hanks serves as a Senior Engineer with AMEC. As Senior Engineer, Mr. Hanks is
a valuable resource in a range of engineering services, including surface water modeling, water
quality assessment, and wetland and stormwater permitting. Mr. Hanks has a portfolio of water
resources engineering services for Water Management Districts, county municipalities, and parks
departments. As a Senior Engineer, Mr. Hanks' responsibilities include design and analysis, project
accounting, technical writing, and field sampling.
Additionally, Mr. Hanks is a valuable resource in a range of environmental services, including
remediation, human health risk assessment, and fate and transport modeling. His petroleum
site remediation services emphasizes free product recovery, bio-enhancement applications, and
natural attenuation modeling. Mr. Hanks' environmental services experience includes petroleum
companies, insurance providers, and retail facilities.
Key Projects
■ MONROE COUNTY CANAL
BATHYMETRIC SURVEY
Monroe County Engineering Services,
Florida
S®^i .r Ennin®P The project involved
utilizing automated hydrographic survey
equipment consisting of a dual frequency
echo sounder used in conjunction with a
GPS positioning system to survey a profile of
each canal centerline. The survey provided
depths of the canal and sediment to facilitate
further prioritization of restoration projects,
as well selecting the most effective remedial
measures. Responsible for post processing
the survey data including incorporation of the
point data into GIS, assigning canal attributes
to the point data, performing a statistical
evaluation of the bathymetry data, and
summarizing the depth profile for each canal.
■ MONROE COUNTY CANAL
MANAGEMENT MASTER PLAN —
PHASE II
Monroe County Engineering Services,
Florida
Senior Engineer The project involved
Phase II of creating a canal management
master plan throughout the Florida Keys for
prioritizing canals that need water quality
improvement and selecting appropriate
cleanup options. The project was funded by
an EPA grant and involves completing the
Canal Management Master Plan created
during Phase 1 for the entire Florida Keys.
All of the approximately 502 residential
canals are being evaluated through field
visits to determine water quality impacts
and to identify appropriate cleanup options.
Extensive homeowner interviews and
meetings have been performed. The canals
will be ranked for need for water quality
improvement. An updated GIS database
is being prepared incorporating the new
information obtained on the Keys canals
related to water quality and restoration
options. Responsible for providing GIS
support and evaluation and verification of the
field data.
■ MONROE COUNTY CANAL
MANAGEMENT MASTER PLAN —
PHASE I
Monroe County Engineering Services,
Florida
Senior Engineer The project involved
Phase I of creating a canal management
master plan throughout the Florida Keys for
prioritizing canals that need water quality
improvement and selecting appropriate
cleanup options. Phase I developed the
prioritization process and applied the
process to a select group of previously
identified canals with water quality problems.
Conceptual remedial plans are being
prepared for several of the highest priority
canals and funding sources identified to
obtain funding for implementation of the
remedial plans. Responsible for providing GIS
support and developing various queries of the
canal attributes to prioritize locations for the
implementation of treatment technologies.
■ MONROE COUNTY CANAL GIS
UPDATE
Monroe County Engineering Services,
Florida
Senior Engineer: The project involved
updating the GIS database to current
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standards to facilitate the development of a
Canal Management Master Plan. Activities
completed included re -digitizing the canal
features utilizing high resolution aerial
imagery, incorporating water quality data,
and impaired water body designations; as
well as determining weed rack loading,
implemented treatment technologies,
and wastewater coverage for high priority
canals. Also, a general cost estimate for the
implementation of treatment technologies
throughout the county was developed.
■ STATE SCHOOLS JA FERGUSON &
WR THOMAS POLLUTION CONTROL
STRUCTURES
Miami Dade County Public Schools,
Florida
Senior Engine, Responsible for
the hydraulic evaluation, design, and
construction oversight of a pollution control
structure to prevent the release of fuel
oil to surrounding surface water in the
event of a breach of integrity of a stand-
by diesel generator. Design components
consisted of specifying the capacity of the
oil water separator, designing the collection
components, and retrofitting the existing
stormwater system to provide retention of a
potential release.
■ HYDROLOGIC AND HYDRAULIC
MODELING FOR AN EARLY SITE
PERMIT
PSE&G, New Jersey
Senior Engineer: Responsible for
hydrologic modeling using HEC-HMS and
hydraulic modeling using HEC-GeoRAS
software. Determined the Probable Maximum
Precipitation (PMP) storm event for a
13,000-square-mile watershed and evaluated
the corresponding Probable Maximum Flood
(PMF) elevation. Additionally, inundation
mapping for more than 500 river miles was
performed for the seismically induced failure
of the major reservoirs within the watershed,
as well as the inundation resulting from
the propagation of the hydraulic surge
associated with the Probable Maximum
Hurricane (PMH).
■ DAM BREACH INUNDATION MAPPING
Confidential Client, Kentucky
Senior Engineer: Responsible for hydraulic
modeling using HEC-GeoRAS and HEC-
RAS software to evaluate the potential
inundation of the surrounding community
resulting from an embankment breach
for nine coal power plant ash ponds. The
hydraulic models were used to develop
emergency response plans based on the
projected inundation of the evacuation
routes, as well as the temporal progression
of the flood wave. Additional analysis was
completed for select generating stations,
where two-dimensional hydraulic analysis
was completed using CCHE2D software
to determine the potential impacts if multi-
directional flow paths were analyzed. The
additional analysis also included the cost -
benefit determination for hazard mitigating
structural modifications.
■ JACK CREEK HYDROLOGICAL
WETLAND RESTORATION
Southwest Florida Water Management
District, Florida
Senior Engineer Responsible for
hydrologic modeling using Visual MODFLOW
and SPAN to evaluate the potential benefits
from various rehydration alternatives for an
impacted wetland community in southwest
Florida. The model results were used to
select the desired alternative, design the
alternative to meet site constraints, and
prepare construction documents.
■ DAM BREACH INUNDATION MAPPING
Confidential Client, North Carolina
Senior Engineer Responsible for hydraulic
modeling using HEC-GeoRAS and HEC-
RAS software to evaluate the potential
inundation of the surrounding community
resulting from an embankment breach for
seven coal power plants, with the failure of
multiple ash ponds completed for each plant.
The PMF was modeled using HEC-HMS for
the two plants that contained cooling water
reservoirs to evaluate a worst case failure
scenario.
■ CANAL CONVEYANCE CAPACITY
PROGRAM
South Florida Water Management District,
Florida
Dr ii ,+ FnrOnPer• Responsible for hydraulic
modeling using HEC-GeoRAS and HEC-
RAS software for more than 90 miles of
conveyance canals. The hydraulic models
were used to compare existing versus
as -built canal geometries and identify
conveyance reductions associated with
alterations in canal geometry. The scope of
services also included field reconnaissance,
surveying, digital terrain modeling, and
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(Continued)
professional recommendations for dredging
and bank repair.
■ BAYFRONT PARK WATER QUALITY
AND HYDRAULIC EVALUATION
Miami -Dade Parks Department, Florida
Project Engineer Responsible for water
quality assessment, hydraulic modeling
pursuant to the SFWMD recommended
method of culvert evaluation, and preparation
of the water quality assessment and
hydraulic evaluation reports. The scope of
services included hydraulic modeling of a
three -acre tidal pool and tributary bay in
three different operating situations, water
quality assessment of the area of study, and
professional recommendations for design
based on the results of the hydraulic model.
■ NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE
ELIMINATION SYSTEM INDUSTRIAL
ACTIVITY STORMWATER PROGRAM
Broward County Aviation Department,
Florida
Responsible for the
evaluation of stormwater system BMPs,
assistance to airport tenants with FDEP
NPDES regulations, and surface water
quality assessment to ensure integrity
of receiving bodies. Performed trend
evaluations and suggestions for program
modifications. Further activities include
the investigation into available stormwater
system technologies, evaluation of
stormwater master planning methodologies,
and general client services.
■ ORANGE COUNTY NUTRIENT
REDUCTION STUDY
Orange County, Florida
Project Engineer: Responsible for the
development of nutrient loading and
reduction evaluation for management and
protection of waters of the Upper Shingle
Creek and Western Boggy Creek Basins.
Upper Shingle Creek Basin includes four
waterbodies: Lake Mann, Lake Cane, Lake
Catherine, and Clear Lake. Evaluation
is to identify specific areas within both
basins where nutrient load reductions can
be achieved. Evaluation will also provide
watershed management and plans to
achieve water quality improvements.
■ QUALITY ASSURANCE FOR BRIDGE
HYDRAULIC ANALYSIS REPORTS
MDX, Florida
Project Engineer Responsible for
evaluating the hydraulic analysis performed
by a third party for proposed modifications
to the 836/826 interchange to ensure
appropriate model setup and execution were
implemented.
■ STATE SCHOOL TT-1 WETLAND
DESIGN
Miami Dade County Public Schools,
Florida
Project Engineer: Responsible for the
design of a three acre preservation area,
creation of a digital terrain model through
Autodesk Land Desktop, completion of cut
and fill calculations, and the development of
construction documents.
■ STATE SCHOOL U-1 WETLAND
PERMITTING
Miami Dade County Public Schools,
Florida
Project Engineer; Responsible for
utilizing GIS information to complete spatial
analysis, assistance with the completion
of the Environmental Resources Permit
(ERP), radius of influence calculations for
dewatering activities, and the preparation of
bid drawings. The scope of services included
obtaining an ERP, wetlands mitigation,
oversight of de -mucking and backfilling
activities, and site closure negotiations.
Monroe County
Engineering Services for
Canal Demo Projects
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Statement of Quotes
May 1, 2013
amec
Jose A. Milian
GIS Database Management
Mr. Jose Milian has performed more than 180 visual assessments including the use of specialized
photo simulation software. He has also served as the CAD design lead for several multi -million
dollar jobs for the FDOT as well as several out of state architectural and structural airport projects.
His specific areas of expertise include the utilization of 3D animations, renderings, walk-throughs,
and telecommunications, as well as environmental, architectural, structural, transportation, and
geotechnical CAD design.
He has created numerous photo simulations for AMEC's Architecture & Engineering Infrastructure
Design Department. These simulations were used for tower collocations, rooftop installations, and
new build view shed analysis sites. In addition to new build visual assessments, Mr. Milian has
created rooftop visual assessments depicting future antennas and telecommunication equipment.
He also develops designs that require matching of ambient colors to satisfy building codes and
municipal requirements. Additional examples are concealment flagpoles, clock towers, mono -
palms, mono -pines, monopoles, stealth crosses, bell towers, light poles, and water towers.
Key Projects
■ MONROE COUNTY CANAL
MANAGEMENT MASTER PLAN —
PHASE 2
Monroe County Engineering Services,
Florida
GIS Data Administrator: The project was
funded by an EPA grant and involves
completing the Canal Management Master
Plan created during Phase 1 for the entire
Florida Keys. All of the approximately 502
residential canals are being evaluated
through field visits to determine water
quality impacts and to identify appropriate
cleanup options. Extensive homeowner
interviews and meetings have been
performed. The canals will be ranked for
need for water quality improvement. An
updated GIS database is being prepared
incorporating the new information obtained
on the Keys canals related to water quality
and restoration options.
■ STORMWATER SERVICES AT FORT
LAUDERDALE INTERNATIONAL AND
NORTH PERRY AIRPORTS
Broward County Aviation Department,
Florida
CAD/Environmental Professional Provided
stormwater compliance services for tenant
facilities at Fort Lauderdale International
and North Perry airports. Services included
sampling, permitting, and facility inspections.
Created environmental data plans and GIS
location plans.
■ JUPITER WEST FACILITY
CB Richard Ellis Group, Inc./Florida
Power & Light, Florida
CAD Specialist: Provided engineering
services for Florida Power & Light at Jupiter
West Facility. Performed design services for
site layout, as well as created Photo -Sim and
Renderings.
■ HOLLYWOOD INTERNATIONAL
AIRPORT PAVEMENT DESIGN FOR
TERMINAL-4 APRON REPLACEMENT
Broward County/HDR, Inc., Florida
CAD Specialist: Provided pavement
evaluation and design services in support
of the civil works associated with the
reconfiguration of Terminal-4 at Fort
Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport.
The apron pavements and surrounding taxi
lanes, totaling approximately 1.8 million
square feet, will service a reconfigured
terminal and gate layout. Pavement structural
designs, details, and considerations for
phased construction are included in the
evaluation and design process. Assisted in
preparation of report for proposal, as well as
created Photo -Sims as requested by client.
■ 1-595 DESIGN BUILD
Dragados USA/Florida Department of
Transportation, Florida
CAD Specialist: Provided geotechnical
exploration, QC, CMT, and inspection
services for a five-year FDOT project
involving construction of three miles of HOT
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Jose A. Milian
(Continued)
lanes on a three -lane highway. Current
microstation CAD manager for the 1-595
expansion project.
■ ARCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING
SERVICES
Comcast, Various Locations
CAD Designer: Provided A&E services
for various Comcast sites. Responsible for
creating and updating designs for the client.
■ STATE ROUTE 5A KEY WEST
RECONSTRUCTION CONSTRUCTION
ENGINEERING INSPECTION AND
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Florida Department of Transportation,
Florida
CAD Specialist: Provided CEI and project
management for the reconstruction of 8
miles of major state highway (SR-5A) in
Key West, along with bridge approach slab
reconstruction, embankment and drainage
repair, and landscaping. Prepared Photo -
Sims and renderings used for proposal
purposes.
■ DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT BUILDING 66 SITE
ASSESSMENT
Miami -Dade County, Florida
CAD/Environmental Professional Provided
soil and groundwater assessment and created
environmental data and GIS location plans.
■ DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL
MANAGEMENT RED TOP SEDAN
SOURCE REMOVAL
Miami -Dade County, Florida
CAD/Environmental Profession Provided
source removal services and created
environmental data and GIS location plans.
■ POLK COUNTY ARCHITECTURE AND
ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES
Motorola, Inc., Florida
CAD Specialis Provided A&E design for
six telecommunication sites. Prepared CAD
designs for lease exhibits, zoning drawings,
and construction drawings.
■ VERIZON SOUTH FLORIDA
SBA Communications Corporation,
Florida
CAD Designer: Provided A&E services for
installation of new Verizon LTE Technology
including structural analysis, structural
design, electrical design, and surveying
services for various sites throughout South
Florida. Created and updated designs for the
project.
■ TELECOMMUNICATION TOWER
DESIGN SITE ASSESSMENTS AND
OTHER SERVICES
T-Mobile USA, Inc., Georgia
CAD Designer: Provided environmental,
geotechnical, and other services for
telecommunication tower design projects
at 28 sites in 15 counties throughout north
Georgia, ranging from 60 to 250 feet in
height. Created and updated designs for the
project.
Monroe County Resume Statement of Quotes
Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
B.8 Current and Projected Workloc-1,
The AMEC project team understands and
appreciates the needs outlined by the County
in the Request for Quotes. We are completely
committed to providing the staff, equipment, and
resources required to fulfill all project needs and
task assignments, and to meet or exceed all
anticipated project objectives. Our firm tracks
client satisfaction on a quarterly basis and we
are pleased to consistently achieve 95±% overall
satisfaction. We are well known and respected in
our industry for performing multiple projects and task
assignments within the constraints and limitations of
schedules, budgets, and project boundaries.
The AMEC project team has ample capacity, at
any given time, to perform the important projects
anticipated for this contract. Staff availability
information in the graphic below depicts our current
workload commitments for key team members over
the next four months, identifies excess capacity and
demonstrates our availability to Monroe County
during this engagement. Should the need arise
for specialty qualifications, we have included team
members who offer those skills in some of those
areas. Another staffing resource, though we do not
anticipate the need to use this resource, is through
our corporation, AMEC, which (through its 29,000
employees) offers additional flexibility to provide
backup staffing with numerous similarly skilled and
qualified staff, as well as numerous other specialty
disciplines.
Key Staff Availability for Monroe County
100
80
60
40
20
0
Currently Committed
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Regarding our ability to handle the scope of
services, AMEC's proposed Project Manager, Ms.
Wendy Blondin, PG, will continuously coordinate
with task managers to ensure that all assignments
receive the proper allocation of staff resources.
Additionally, the team, allocated to any specific
assignment, including AMEC's and County
staff, will be kept informed of work progress on
that assignment through a project work plan.
The project manager and task manager for the
assignment will also review the progress of the
technical work and compare it against the planned
schedule and allocated budget for each task. Ms.
Blondin will serve as the point of contact between
County staff to assure that the right combination of
service, schedule, budget, and solutions is targeted
for each task.
The staff members proposed for each specific
task will be available daily to provide services
indicated in its scope, and individual staff members'
committments can and will be adjusted as dictated
by project needs and in accordance with the project
work plan and schedule. We understand that the
nature of this contract may not be one of uniform
workload, but rather of varying labor requirements,
and the AMEC team commits to Monroe County
that it will provide sufficient staff resources to
handle even peak workload demands. Our team
has the resources available to expedite schedule at
any time as needed.
Time Committed to Monroe County
■ Remaining Time Available
M. Nardone W. Blondin C. Stroehlen G. Corning L. Lombard J. Paris J. Milian S. Hanks
Monroe County Current and Statement of Quotes
Engineering Services for Projected Workload May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
Pensacola Tallahassee Jacksonville
r
Gainesville
Tavares O rlando
Lakeland- Cocoa Beach
Tampa Avon Park
® AMEC offices assisting with the Monroe County opportunity
Additional AMEC offices in Florida
West Palm Beach
Fort Lauderdale
Naples • Miami
Key West
AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc., is an environmental consulting, engineering and design, and
construction company operating with more than 4,600 professionals in 115 locations across the United
States. In Florida, AMEC has 500 employees in 14 offices, including more than 100 in the South Florida
region.
The Monroe County contract will be managed from our Miami Lakes office with support from our Key
West, Orlando, and Gainesville offices. With offices located strategically in Monroe County, Miami -Dade
County, and South Florida, the AMEC team will be able to conveniently service projects in an efficient
and cost-effective manner. Project Manager Wendy Blondin is also a resident of the Keys and will be
able to respond to the County's needs in a very time -efficient manner.
World skills on your doorstep
We are more than 29,000 people in more than 40 countries globally - but focused on you.
Our skills and experience around the world are key elements in choosing AMEC. Our clients know we
can rise to the challenge. We say "on your doorstep" because our customers recognize the value of our
local presence.
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Canal Demo Projects
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B.10 Financial Information and Litigation
The Respondent will provide the following information:
1. The number of years the Respondent has been operating and, if different, the number of
years it has been providing the services, goods, or construction services called for in the
RFQ;
During the past 60 years, AMEC has offered multidisciplined solutions through civil engineering,
surveying, architectural services, environmental services, geotechnical engineering, program
management, materials testing and engineering, and water resource services to public and
private clients. Our employees live and work in our local communities, making us especially
dedicated to improving our surrounding environments. We say "world skills on your
doorstep" because our customers recognize the value of our local presence.
2. The number of years the Respondent has operated under its present name and any prior
names;
AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc. was incorporated in the state of Nevada on June 1,
1994 under the name of AGRA Earth & Environmental, Inc. On September 6, 2000, the above
name was changed to AMEC Earth & Environmental, Inc. On November 1, 2011, the AMEC
Earth & Environmental, Inc. name was changed to AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc.
Recent acquisitions in Florida include MACTEC, Inc., and BCI Engineers and Scientists, Inc.
AMEC's acquisition of of these two compainies in the past several years has significantly
expanded the firm's geographic reach and capacity in the United States. The acquisitions bring
additional engineering, design, and construction expertise and capabilities in support ofAMEC's
growth strategy.
3. The following, including answers to the questions regarding claims and suits:
a. Are there any judgments, claims, arbitration proceeding or suits pending or
outstanding against the Respondent, or its officers or general partners? If yes, provide
details;
AMEC is a large international service company and as such, there are inevitably minor
disputes arising from time to time. While details of these disputes are confidential, we can
confirm that there are no disputes or litigation of any kind that individually or collectively
will have a material effect upon the quality of AMEC's performance and its ability to provide
services for this contract.
b. Has the Respondent, within the last five years, been a party to any lawsuit or arbitration
with regard to a contract for services, goods or construction services similar to those
requested in the specifications? If yes, provide details
Please see above for litigation information. Also, AMEC has never failed to complete a project
for which it was paid by the client. From time to time, AMEC's clients have suspended or
terminated projects for their convenience.
c. Has the Respondent ever initiated litigation against the county or been sued by the
county in connection with a contract to provide services, goods or construction
services? If yes, provide details
No.
Monroe County Financial Information Statement of Quotes
Engineering Services for and Litigation May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
amec
RFQ for Engineering Design of Canal Demonstration projects
SECTION THREE: RESPONSE FORMS
RESPONSE FORM
TO: MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
c/o Sustainability Manager
MURRAY E. NELSON BUILDING, ROOM 212
102050 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY
KEY LARGO, FLORIDA 33070
I acknowledge receipt of Addenda No. (s)
My lump sum price for the work is $ 37,725.00
1 have included:
v The Submission Response Form x
a Lobbying and Conflict of Interest Clause x
o Non -Collusion Affidavit x
o Drug Free Workplace Form x
o Respondent's Insurance and Indemnification Statement x
a Insurance Agent's Statement x _
o Local Preference Form N/A not claiming a
local preference
In addition, I have included a current copy of the following professional and occupational
licenses:
(Check mark items above, as a reminder that they are included.)
Mailing Address: 5845_NW 15a Street Miami Lakes, FI 33014
Telephone. 30 5- 826 -5 588
Fax: 305-826-1799
Date: 4/251201
Witness:
JasWR. Perez
(Name)
Office Manager
(Title)
gat. LORENA GOWALEZ
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Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
RFQ For Engineering Design of Canal Remonstration Projects
LOBBYING AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST CLAUSE
SWORN STATEMENT UNDER ORDINANCE NO.010-'1990
MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
ETHICS CLAUSE
" AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc "
(Company)
"...warrants that he/it has not employed, retained or otherwise had act on hislits behalf any former
County officer or employee in violation of Section 2 of [ordinance No. 010-1990 or any County
officer or employee in violation of Section 3 of Ordinance No, 010-1990, For breach or violation
of this provision the County may, in its discretion, terminate this Agreement without liability and
may also, in its discretion, deduct from the Agreement or purchase price, or otherwise recover,
the full amount of any fee, commission, percentage, gift, or consideration paid to the former
County officer or employee".
STATE OF: 4C Y \A c'- _..
COUNTY OF: My -Cxu l .
Subscribed and sworn to (car affirmed) before me on
(date) byl-3 l t: vZ (name of affiant), HelSh is persons y
known to or has produced as
identification. (type of identification) * MYiSs 41 E t
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Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
RFQ for Engineering Design of Canal Demonstration Projects
NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT
1, Jose R. Perez of the city of Miami -Dade Count
according to law on my oath, and under penalty of perjury, depose and say that:
1. 1 am
of the firm of AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc
the bidder making the Proposal for the project described in the Request for
Quotes for:
Environmental Engineering Services for Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects.
and that I executed the said proposal with full authority to do so:
2.. the prices in this bid have been arrived at independently without collusion,
consultation, communication or agreement for the purpose of restricting
competition, as to any matter relating to such prices with any other bidder or with
any competitor;
3. unless otherwise required by law, the prices which have been quoted in this bid
have not been knowingly disclosed by the bidder and will not knowingly be
disclosed by the bidder prior to bid opening, directly or indirectly, to any other
bidder or to any competitor; and
4. no attempt has been made or will be made b the bidder to induce any other
person, partnership or corporation to submit, or not to submit, a bid for the purpose
of restricting competition;
5, the statements contained in this affidavit are true and correct, and made with full
knowledge that Monroe County relies upon the truth of the statements contained in
this affidavit ir/awgrdin$.contrrpeVor said project.
c 4/2512013
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ature of Respo entj (Date)
STATE
COUNTY OR Ai rx" E _hch Aa
PERSONALLY APPEARED BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, who, after first
being sworn by me, (name of individual signing) affixed hisfher signature in the space
provided above on this Y") day of -72 i,! k 20 1 .
My Commission 'Expires:
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Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
RCQ for Engineering Design. of Canal Demonstration Projects
DRUG -FREE WORKPLACE FORM
The undersigned vendor in accordance with Florida Statute 287.087 hereby certifies
that,
AMEC Environment & Infrastructure, Inc
(Name of Business)
1. Publish a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution,
dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the workplace
and specifying the actions that will be taken against employees for violations of such
prohibition.
2. Inform employees about the dangers of drug abuse in the workplace, the business's
policy of maintaining a drug -free workplace, any available drug counseling, rehabliitation,
and employee assistance programs, and the penalties that may be imposed upon
employees for drug abuse violations.
3. Give each employee engaged in providing the commodities or contractual services
that are under bid a copy of the statement specified in subsection (1).
4. In the statement specified in subsection (1), notify the employees that, as a condition
of working on the commodities or contractual services that are under bid, the employee
will abide by the terms of the statement and will notify the employer of any conviction of,
or plea of guilty or nolo contendere to, any violation of Chapter 893 (Florida Statutes) or
of any controlled substance law of the United States or any state, for a violation
occurring in the workplace no later than five (5) days after such conviction.
5. Impose a sanction on, or require the satisfactory participation in a drug abuse
assistance or rehabilitation program if such is available in the employee's community, or
any employee who is so convicted.
6, Make a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug -free workplace through
implementation of this section.
As the person authorized to sign the statement, I certify that this firm complies fully with
the above requirements.
My Commission Expires.
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Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
1trQ.for Enginccring Design of Canal Demonstration Projects
Respondent's Insurance and Indemnification Statement
Insurance Requirement
Worker's: Compensation
Employer's Liability
Gemeraluabuity
Vehicie-Liability
Professional Liability
Required Limits
Statutory Limits
$1, O0,UD4!$1,000,00i31$1,00,000
$1,00o,000 Con.1binedSii gleliniit
$1,000,000 Combined Single Limit per
Occurrence.
$1,000,000. per occurrence
$2,00o,000 aggrogate
IDEMNINTCAT ON AND HOLD RWN[r.RSS pO1R CONSULTANTS AND
SUBC NSULTANTS - —
The: CONSULTANT .covenants and agrees to indemnify; hold harmless :and defend Monroe
County, its: commdssioners;officers, employees; agents and s ervWs from any and all claims :for
bodily injury,, including death, personal influy, :and property damage; including: property owned.
by Monroe County,. and :any other .losses; damagesx and expenses of -any kind, indu&ng
auorney'9 fees, courE:ctists and..eacpenses, rhicli.arise ovt off, iri Gorinectiion Frith, or'by reasort of
services provided by. the CONSULTANT or any .of its Stibcantractor(s). in any tier, occasioned by
theacgligmice, zvors, ,or other wrongful actor omission of the CONSULTANT., includi ig its
Stibegntractor(s) in any tier; their -officers, employees, servants or -agents.
in the evert that the completion. of the project (to include - the work of -others) .is delayed. or
suspended .as .a result of `tile CaNSULT•AN'T's failure to purchaso or hiaintain the required
insurance, the CONSULTANT shall indemnify the. County.from,any and :all increftW expenses.
resulting from such deliy, Should any clairns be:asserted..against the COUNTY -by virtue of any,
deficiency 'or ambiguity lit the .plaris..and specifidatzoims provided ..by the CONSULTANT, the
C.ONSUIITAM agrees and. warrants that :CON UI .TANT' shall. hold the Coilniy art?iless and
shall indemnify it from: ail.losses .occurring #hereby and shad further. defend any claim or action
an the.Cwnty's behalf -
The first ten dollars. ($,10,00) o£.remuneration paid to the CONSULTANT is considcration.f'or the.
indemnification provided for above.
The extent o liability is in:no way limited to, reduced,.or lessened by the insurance requirements
contained elsewhere wifhin this agreemeht,
This indernnif"ication shall survive the expiration or earlier tcrmidatiou of the Agreement.
Monroe County Statement of Quotes
Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
RTQ for Engineering Design of Canal Demonstration Projects
RESPQtMM'S STATSNIENT
I understand the insurance that will be mandatory if awarded the contract and will comply in full
with all the requirements.
Respondent
I have reviewed the above requirements with the bidder named below. The following deductibles
apply to the corresponding policy.
POLICY
General Liability
Auto
Workers compensation
Professional UaWlity
Liability policies are " Occurrence
(GL, Auto, WC)
Aon Risk Services Northeast, Inc.
insurance Agency
DEDUCTIBLES
Bodily Injury: NIL 1 Property Damage: $10,DD0
$1,000
$1,t700
$50,000
x Claims Made
(Proiessi nal)
Signature
PrintName: Matthew Selander
Monroe County Statement of Quotes
Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
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AMEC ENVIRO STRUCTURE INC.
]s authorized under the provisions of SrF?mlipYNi��ati�da Statutes, to offer engineering services
to the public through a Professional Engiiie�'4, _y% kd under Chapterd71, Florida Statutes.
EXPIRATION:212812013 CA. Llc. No:
Certificate of Authorization
AUDIT NO: 2282013050671 5392
AGE` 6182.125
STATE OF FLORIDA
DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL REGULATION
BOARD OF PROFESSIONAL GEOLOGISTS
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The GEOLOGY BUSINESS
Named below IS CERTIFIED
Under the provisions of Chapter 492 Pg.
Expiration date: JUL 31, 2014
AMEC ENVIRONMENT & INFRASTRUCTURE, INC.
1105 LAKEWOOD PKWY STE 100
ALPHARETTA GA 30009
RICK SCOTT
GOVERNOR
KEN LAWSON
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Monroe County Statement of Quotes
Engineering Services for May 1, 2013
Canal Demo Projects
BACKUP
L�c,oramec'*
Haag -Rhonda
From: Calvo, Ricardo N. <Ricardo.Calvo@hdrinc.com>
Sent: Monday, April 29, 2013 10:01 AM
To: Haag -Rhonda
Cc: Duty, Katie E.; Calvo, Ricardo N.
Subject: RE: Request For Quotes: Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects
Ms. Haag:
I am sorry it has taken us this long, but the truth is that we agonized over the decision. We regretfully decline the
invitation to submit a quote for the "Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects". Our decision was based on several key
points:
- While we are generally familiar with the canal system and issues in the Florida Keys, we will need to spend effort
in coming up to speed on the work that has been done over the last few years to re -acquaint ourselves with the
nuances of the system and individual canals. As you may know, I was the Project Manager of the Florida Keys
Carrying Capacity Study, which included the CCIAM, but that work is already 10 years old.
- We understand that another firm has performed much work on the canal system and continues to work on the
Phase 2 master plan.
- Given our need to get up to speed, we feel it would be difficult to provide a cost -competitive proposal.
- Ultimately, we feel we could not provide you with a proposal that would meet our quality criteria and bring you
best value.
We remain committed to assisting Monroe County in projects in which we can bring you best value. I understand you
had the opportunity to meet with Mr. Mark Imel last week and are aware of the work we have done for Mr. Bob Stone
at Jackson Square.
I am planning to visit Monroe County on May 15 or 16 and would like to see if we could meet for a half hour or so, to
learn about your program and introduce you to some of the things we have done in Monroe County.
Again, this was a tough decision for us, but we made it with your best interest in mind.
Regards.
Ricardo.
RICARDO N. CALVO, Ph.D.
HDR Engineering, Inc.
Senior Vice President
Water & Natural Resources - Florida
813.282.2300 phone 1813.784.5592 cell
HDR 15426 Bay Center Drive, Suite 400 1 Tampa, FL 33609
ricardo.calvo@hdrinc.com I hdrinc.com
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From: Richard Waters <richard.waters@tylin.com>
Sent: Wednesday, May 01, 2013 3:36 PM
To: Haag -Rhonda
Subject: Re: Request For Quotes: Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects
Hello Rhonda,
Although we greatly appreciate the opportunity, we regret to advise that we will not be submitting a quote for this project.
Regards,
Rick
Richard A. Waters, PE
Vice President
Aviation Line of Business Director
T.Y. Lin International
C: 786.229.4382
From: Haag -Rhonda <Haag-Rhonda@MonroeCounty-FL.Gov>
Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2013 1:39 PM
To: RICHARD WATERS <richard.waters@tvlin.com>
Subject: RE: Request For Quotes: Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects
Hello Rick, will you be providing a quote tomorrow for the canal demonstration project?
Rhonda Haag
Sustainability Program Manager
Monroe County
Government and Cultural Center
102050 Overseas Highway, Ste. 212
Key Largo, FL 33037
Bus: (305) 453-8774
Cell: (305) 395-9928
Haag-RhondaPmonroecountu fl.aov
From: Richard Waters [mailto:richard.waters@tylin.com]
Sent: Wednesday, April 24, 2013 9:51 AM
To: Haag -Rhonda
Subject: Re: Request For Quotes: Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects
Hello Rhonda,
We did receive the request and are currently evaluating the submittal requirements. I will advise further today. Thank you for
the opportunity to provide services to Monroe County.
Regards,
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Haag -Rhonda
From: Haag -Rhonda
Sent: Friday, April 19, 2013 9:25 AM
To: Blondin, Wendy (wendy.blondin@amec.com)
Subject: Request For Quotes: Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects
Attachments: RFQ for Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects.doc; FINAL REPORT for Canal Master
Plan Phase 1 6-21-2012.pdf
Ms. Blondin, attached please find a Request For Quotes for the Monroe County project entitled "Selection of Canal
Demonstration Projects". Also attached please find the Phase 1 Canal Master Plan Final Report. Phase 2 of the
Masterplan is currently underway. Additional information on the Canal Master Plan research can be found on the
County's website http://www.monroecounty-fl.gov/index.aspx?NID=582.
The County is seeking informal price quotes, and estimates the work to be less than $40,000. We anticipate all work to
be completed within 90 days. Reponses are due May 1, at 10:00 a.m., and may be emailed to my attention. The
enclosed Request For Quotes contains all information and instructions for preparing your quote.
If your firm is not interested in providing a quote for this work, we kindly ask that you respond with a "No Response".
Thank you for your consideration.
Rhonda Haag
Sustainability Program Manager
Monroe County
Government and Cultural Center
102050 Overseas Highway, Ste. 212
Key Largo, FL 33037
Bus: (305) 453-8774
Cell: (305) 395-9928
Haag-RhondaOmonroecounty fl.gov
Haag -Rhonda
From: Haag -Rhonda
Sent: Friday, April 19, 2013 9:27 AM
To: Calvo, Ricardo N. (Ricardo.CaIvo@hdrinc.com)
Subject: Request For Quotes: Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects
Attachments: RFQ for Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects.doc; FINAL REPORT for Canal Master
Plan Phase 1 6-21-2012.pdf
Mr. Calvo, attached please find a Request For Quotes for the Monroe County project entitled "Selection of Canal
Demonstration Projects". Also attached please find the Phase 1 Canal Master Plan Final Report. Phase 2 of the
Masterplan is currently underway. Additional information on the Canal Master Plan research can be found on the
County's website http://www.monroecountV-fl.gov/index.aspx?NID=582.
The County is seeking informal price quotes, and estimates the work to be less than $40,000. We anticipate all work to
be completed within 90 days. Reponses are due May 1, at 10:00 a.m., and may be emailed to my attention. The
enclosed Request For Quotes contains all information and instructions for preparing your quote.
If your firm is not interested in providing a quote for this work, we kindly ask that you respond with a "No Response".
Thank you for your consideration.
Rhonda Haag
Sustainability Program Manager
Monroe County
Government and Cultural Center
102050 Overseas Highway, Ste. 212
Key Largo, FL 33037
Bus: (305) 453-8774
Cell: (305) 395-9928
Haag-Rhonda(@monroecounty-fl.gov
Haaa-Rhonda
From: Haag -Rhonda
Sent: Friday, April 19, 2013 1:18 PM
To: rwaters@tylin.com'
Subject: Request For Quotes: Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects
Attachments: RFQ for Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects.doc; FINAL REPORT for Canal Master
Plan Phase 1 6-21-2012.pdf
Importance: High
Mr. Waters, attached please find a Request For Quotes for the Monroe County project entitled "Selection of Canal
Demonstration Projects". Also attached please find the Phase 1 Canal Master Plan Final Report. Phase 2 of the
Masterplan is currently underway. Additional information on the Canal Master Plan research can be found on the
County's website http://www.monroecounty-fl.gov/index.aspx?NID=582.
The County is seeking informal price quotes, and estimates the work to be less than $40,000. We anticipate all work to
be completed within 90 days. Reponses are due May 1, at 10:00 a.m., and may be emailed to my attention. The
enclosed Request For Quotes contains all information and instructions for preparing your quote.
If your firm is not interested in providing a quote for this work, we kindly ask that you respond with a "No Response"
Thank you for your consideration.
Rhonda Haag
Sustainability Program Manager
Monroe County
Government and Cultural Center
102050 Overseas Highway, Ste. 212
Key Largo, FL 33037
Bus: (305) 453-8774
Cell: (305) 395-9928
Haag-Rhonda0monroecounty .gov
MONROE COUNTY
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
REQUEST FOR QUOTES
FOR
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
FOR SELECTION OF
CANAL DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS
RELATED TO THE MONROE COUNTY
CANAL MASTER PLAN
MONROE COUNTY
FLORIDA
BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Mayor George Neugent, District 2
Mayor Pro Tem Heather Carruthers, District 3
Danny L. Kolhage, District 1
David Rice, District 4
Sylvia J. Murphy, District 5
April 19, 2013
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NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR QUOTES
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN TO INTERESTED PERSONS that the Sustainability Office of Monroe
County, Florida, will receive informal quotes for the following:
ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
FOR SELECTION OF CANAL DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS
RELATED TO THE MONROE COUNTY CANAL MASTER PLAN
MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
The Sustainability Office of Monroe County, Florida hereby requests Quotes from engineering firms
experienced in professional environmental engineering services for the selection of 15 potential canal
demonstration projects in the county related to the Monroe County Canal Masterplan. This list shall be
narrowed to 5 final projects after coordination and review with NOAA's Florida Keys Water Quality
Protection Program (WQPP) Steering Committee and Canal Restoration Subcommittee and Monroe
County Board of County Commissioners. Each project shall represent a different type of restoration
technology, all of which are outlined in the Monroe County Canal Management Masterplan Phase I and
Phase II (under development). All work shall be completed within 90 days after contract award.
All inquiries or requests should be directed, in writing, to Rhonda Haag, Sustainability Manager, via email
to ' - "' ". All answers will be by Addenda. Inquiries may also be sent to
Rhonda Haag, 102050 Overseas Highway, Ste. 212, Key Largo, FL 33037
Interested firms are requested to indicate their interest by submitting one complete package of their
Statement of Quotes to Ms. Haag, via email with the header "Statement of Quotes — Engineering
Services for Canal Demo Projects ".
The firm with the lowest quote price will be considered for award. The firm must be a responsible bidder
and submit a responsive quote. To be considered responsible and responsive, the areas of include but are
not limited to:
• Recent experience of individuals and firm on projects of similar scope and size
• Familiarity with the Monroe County Canal Masterplan work completed to date
• Understanding of the scope of work
• Ability to select the appropriate demonstration projects
• Organization
• Schedule and availability
• Office location
• Monroe County experience
RFQ for Canal Demonstration Projects
Only those firms or individuals submitting statements of Quotes that meet the specified requirements will
be considered regardless of past contracts with Monroe County or other agencies.
All Responses must be received by Ms. Haag before 10 U�a5 A,Ron- 'N71y 1 313. Any Responses
received after this date and time will be automatically rejected. Quotes may be delivered via email, or by
Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested, hand -delivered, or couriered. Hand delivered Responses may
request a receipt. If sent by mail or by courier, the above -mentioned envelope shall be enclosed in another
envelope addressed to the entity and address stated above. Responders should be aware that certain
"express mail" services will not guarantee specific time delivery to Key Largo, Florida. It is the sole
responsibility of each Responder to ensure its quote is received in a timely fashion.
All submissions must remain valid for a period of ninety (90) days from the date of the deadline for
submission stated above. The County will automatically reject the Response of any person or affiliate who
appears on the convicted vendor list prepared by the Department of Management Services, State of Florida,
under Sec. 287.133(3)(d), Florida Statutes. Monroe County declares that all or portions of the documents
and work papers and other forms of deliverables pursuant to this request shall be subject to reuse by the
County.
When staff has agreed with the person/firm upon a mutually satisfactory contract, the contract will be
brought before the County Commission for final approval. No binding contract is created between any
person/firm and the County until such time as a contract is approved by the County Commission.
Monroe County's performance and obligation to pay under this contract is contingent upon an annual
appropriation by the Board of County Commissioners.
The Board reserves the right to reject any or all Responses, to waive informalities in any or all Responses,
to reissue the Request for Quotes (RFQ); and to separately accept or reject any item or items and to award
and/or negotiate a contract in the best interest of the County.
RFQ for Canal Demonstration Projects
TABLE OF CONTENTS
NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR QUOTES
SECTION ONE Instructions to Respondents
SECTION TWO Draft Contract, including Scope of Basic Services
SECTION THREE County Response Forms
SECTION FOUR Scope of Technical Services
Attachment 1: Phase 1 Canal Management Masterplan
RFQ for Engineering Design of Canal Demonstration Projects
SECTION ONE
INSTRUCTION TO RESPONDENTS
1.01 DESCRIPTION
Monroe County is interested in selecting 15 potential canal demonstration projects, out of
a total of 502, to be narrowed down by the Respondent in coordination with the County,
to a final list of 5 final demonstration projects.
The County requires the services of a firm or individual to select the 15 potential
demonstration projects from the 502 canals that exist in the County, based on a review of
all of the canals and the documentation that exists for the Canal Restoration Management
Masterplan, and all other pertinent information that may exist that would assist in the
selection of the demonstration sites. The firm will perform an engineering evaluation and
develop and implement a technology selection screening process to be used for the
selection process.
All work must be closely coordinated with the County and the FL Keys WQPP Canal
Restoration Subcommittee. In addition, outreach and engagement of the homeowners in
the canal neighborhoods will be required.
1.02 COPIES OF RFQ DOCUMENTS
A. Only complete sets of RFQ documents will be issued and shall be used in preparing
responses. The County does not assume any responsibility for errors or
misinterpretations resulting from the use of incomplete sets.
1.03 DISQUALIFICATION OF RESPONDENT
The following forms shall be submitted along with the response to RFQ, and signatures
shall be current and all forms shall be dated within thirty days of the date of submission
as described in Section 1.08B herein.
A. NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT: Any person submitting a response to this
invitation must execute the enclosed NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT. If it is
discovered that collusion exists among the Respondents, the responses of all
participants in such collusion shall be rejected, and no participants in such
collusion will be considered in future proposals for the same work.
B. PUBLIC ENTITY CRIME: A person or affiliate who has been placed on the
convicted vendor list following a conviction for a public entity crime may not
submit a response, bid or proposal on a contract to provide any goods or
services to a public entity, may not submit a response, bid or proposal on a
contract with a public entity for the construction or repair of a public building
or public work, may not submit responses, bids or proposals on leases or
perform work as a contractor, supplier, subcontractor, or consultant under a
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contract with any public entity, and may not transact business with any public
entity in excess of the threshold amount provided in Section 287.017, for
CATEGORY TWO for a period of 36 months from the date of being placed on
the convicted vendor list. Category Two: $25,000.
C. DRUG -FREE WORKPLACE FORM: Any person submitting a response bid or
proposal in response to this invitation must execute the enclosed DRUG -FREE
WORKPLACE FORM and submit it with his response, bid or proposal. Failure
to complete this form in every detail and submit it with your bid or proposal
may result in immediate disqualification of your response. bid or proposal.
D. LOBBYING AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST CLAUSE: Any person
submitting a response, bid or proposal in response to this invitation must
execute the enclosed LOBBYING AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST CLAUSE
and submit it with his response, bid or proposal. Failure to complete this form
in every detail and submit it with the response, bid or proposal may result in
immediate disqualification of the response. bid or proposal.
1.04 EXAMINATION OF RFQ DOCUMENTS
A. Each Respondent shall carefully examine the RFQ and other contract documents,
and inform himself thoroughly regarding any and all conditions and requirements
that may in any manner affect cost, progress, or performance of the work to be
performed under the contract. Ignorance on the part of the Respondent will in no
way relieve him of the obligations and responsibilities assumed under the
contract.
B. Should a Respondent find discrepancies or ambiguities in, or omissions from, the
specifications, or should he be in doubt as to their meaning, he shall at once notify
the County.
1.05 INTERPRETATIONS, CLARIFICATIONS, AND ADDENDA
No oral interpretations will be made to any Respondent as to the meaning of the RFQ
documents. Any written inquiry or request for interpretation received 3 or more
calendar days prior to the date fixed for receipt of responses will be given consideration.
All such changes or interpretation will be made in writing in the form of an addendum
and, if issued, will be furnished to all known prospective Respondents prior to the
established quote opening date.
Each Respondent shall acknowledge receipt of such addenda in the space provided
therefore in the RFQ form. In case any Respondent fails to acknowledge receipt of such
addenda or addendum, his response will nevertheless be construed as though it had been
received and acknowledged and the submission of his response will constitute
acknowledgment of the receipt of same. All addenda are a part of the contract documents
and each Respondent will be bound by such addenda, whether or not received by him. It
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is the responsibility of each Respondent to verify that he has received all addenda issued
before responses are opened.
1.06 GOVERNING LAWS AND REGULATIONS
The Respondent is required to be familiar with and shall be responsible for complying
with all federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations that in any
manner affect the work. Knowledge of occupational license requirements and obtaining
such licenses for Monroe County and municipalities within Monroe County are the
responsibility of the Respondent. Respondent will not be compensated under the contract
for changes necessitated by noncompliance with all federal, state, and local laws,
ordinances, rules, and regulations that in any manner affect the work.
1.07 PREPARATION OF RESPONSES
Signature of the Respondent: The Respondent must sign the response forms in the space
provided for the signature, signatures shall be current and all forms shall be dated within
thirty (30) days of the date of submission as described in Section 1.0813 herein. If the
Respondent is an individual, the words "doing business as ", or "Sole
Owner" must appear beneath such signature. In the case of a partnership, the signature of
at least one of the partners must follow the firm name and the words "Member of the
Firm" should be written beneath such signature. If the Respondent is a corporation, the
title of the officer signing the Response on behalf of the corporation must be stated along
with the Corporation Seal Stamp and evidence of his authority to sign the Response must
be submitted. The Respondent shall state in the response the name and address of each
person having an interest in the submitting entity.
1.08 SUBMISSION OF RESPONSES
A. One signed original of each response shall be submitted.
B. The response may be submitted via email to Ms. Haag at
OR in a sealed envelope clearly marked on
the outside, with the Respondents name and " .. F. e
addressed to the entity and address stated in the
Notice of Request for Quotes, o io, n *, vne c ti
2�_)`3. If forwarded by mail or courier, the above -mentioned envelope
shall be enclosed in another envelope addressed to the entity and address
stated in the Notice of Request for Quotes. Faxed or emailed statements of
Quotes shall be automatically rejected. Responses will be received until the
date and hour stated in the Notice of Request for Quotes.
C. Each Respondent shall submit with his Response the price, required
evidence of his Quotes and experience.
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1.09 CONTENT OF SUBMISSION
The proposal submitted in response to this RFQ shall be typed on 8-1/2" x 11" white
paper and unbound; shall be clear and concise and provide the information requested
herein. Statements submitted without the required information will not be considered.
Responses shall be organized. The Respondent should not withhold any information
from the written response in anticipation of presenting the information orally or in a
demonstration, since oral presentations or demonstrations will NOT be solicited.
Each Respondent must submit adequate documentation to certify the Respondent's
compliance with the County's requirements. Respondent should focus specifically on the
information requested. Additional information, unless specifically relevant, may distract
rather than add to the Respondent's overall evaluation.
The following information, at a minimum, shall be included in the Submittal:
A. Cover Page
A cover page that states "Statement of Quotes for Engineering Services for Selection
of Canal Demonstration Projects." The cover page should contain Respondent's name,
address, telephone number and the name of the Respondent's contact person.
B. Sections
1. Executive Summary and Lump Sum Price
The Respondent shall provide a history of the firm or organization, and particularly
include projects that are similar in nature to the services requested in the RFQ.
The Respondent shall provide a lump sum price.
2. Relevant Experience
The Respondent shall provide a project history of the firm or organization demonstrating
experience with projects that are similar in scope and size to the proposed Project,
including projects in Monroe County.
3. Familiarity with the Canal Masterplan
The Respondent shall indicate its level of familiarity with the Monroe County Canal
Master Plan and other related work.
4. Understanding of the Scope of Work / Ability to Select the Demonstration
Projects / Coordination with Homeowners
The Respondent shall indicate a clear understanding of the scope of work and provide
details to support the level of knowledge. Respondent shall also indicate their ability to
select the demonstration projects specified in the scope of work. Respondents shall
provide a list of permits that may be required and the regulatory agencies issuing those
permits.
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A discussion of how the respondent will coordinate and engage the homeowners to
receive their approval of the demonstration project in their neighborhood shall be
included.
5. Schedule and Availability
The Respondent shall indicate an ability to meet the schedule provided in this RFQ.
6. References and Past Performance on Similar Projects
Each Respondent shall provide a list of past projects and at least two written references of
a Florida local government or other governmental entities for which the Respondent has
provided similar services during the past three years. Each reference shall include, at a
minimum:
Name and full address of referenced project and organization
Name and telephone number of Contact person for contract
Telephone number(s)
Date of initiation and completion of contract for referenced project
Brief summary of the project and services including a comparison to services sought
by this RFQ.
7. Staffing for this Project & Quotes of Key Personnel
The Respondent shall describe the composition and structure of the firm (sole
proprietorship, corporation, partnership, joint venture) and include names of persons with
an interest in the firm.
The Respondent shall include a list of the proposed staff that will perform the work
required if awarded this contract. An organizational chart should be included in this
section. The Respondent shall also include a resume for each member of the project team
identifying his/her role on the team and any qualifications relevant to the assigned
position. Include in this section the location of the main office and the location of the
office proposed to work on this project.
8. Current and Projected Workload
Respondents should show a workload that will allow for timeliness of submittals for this
proj ect.
9. Office Location
Respondent shall indicate the location of all offices that will assist with this work. A
local office in Monroe County is preferable.
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10. Financial Information and Litigation
The Respondent will provide the following information:
1. The number of years the Respondent has been operating and, if different, the number
of years it has been providing the services, goods, or construction services called for in
the RFQ;
2. The number of years the Respondent has operated under its present name and any prior
names;
3. The following, including answers to the questions regarding claims and suits:
a. Are there any judgments, claims, arbitration proceeding or suits pending or
outstanding against the Respondent, or its officers or general partners? If yes, provide
details;
b. Has the Respondent, within the last five years, been a party to any lawsuit or
arbitration with regard to a contract for services, goods or construction services similar to
those requested in the specifications? If yes, provide details;
d. Has the Respondent ever initiated litigation against the county or been sued by
the county in connection with a contract to provide services, goods or construction
services? If yes, provide details;
11. County Forms
Respondent shall complete and execute the forms specified below and found at the
designated pages in this RFQ, signatures shall be current on all forms, dated within thirty
days of the date of submission as described in Section 1.0813 herein, and Respondent
shall include them in section 7:
Form
Page
Response Form
33
Lobbying and Conflict of Interest Clause
34
Non -Collusion Affidavit
35
Drug Free WorkplaceForm
36
Respondent's Insurance and
Indemnification Statement
37
Insurance Agent's Statement
38
Local Preference Form
39
Respondent shall produce evidence of proper licensing to perform the services described
herein. Copies of all professional and occupational licenses shall be included in this
section.
1.10 MODIFICATION OF RESPONSES
Written modification will be accepted from Respondents if addressed to the entity and
address indicated in the Notice of Request for Quotes and received prior to Proposal due
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date and time. Modifications may be submitted via email or mailed or delivered in a
sealed envelope clearly marked on the outside, with the Respondents name and
"Modification to Statement of Quotes — Engineering Services for Selection of Canal
Demonstration Projects". If sent by mail or by courier, the above -mentioned envelope
shall be enclosed in another envelope addressed to the entity and address stated in the
Notice of Request for Quotes.
1.11 RESPONSIBILITY FOR RESPONSE
The Respondent is solely responsible for all costs of preparing and submitting the
response, regardless of whether a contract award is made by the County.
1.12 RECEIPT AND OPENING OF RESPONSES
Responses will be received until the designated time and are public record.
1.13 DETERMINATION OF SUCCESSFUL RESPONDENT
The County reserves the right to reject any and all responses and to waive technical errors
and irregularities as may be deemed best for the interests of the County. Responses
which contain modifications are incomplete, unbalanced, conditional, obscure, or which
contain additions not requested or irregularities of any kind, or which do not comply in
every respect with the Instructions to Respondent and the contract documents, may be
rejected at the option of the County.
A. The respondent who is deemed responsible with the lowest responsive quote price will
be selected for further consideration.
B. Additional areas of consideration include but are not limited to:
• Recent experience on similar projects
• Familiarity with the Monroe County Canal Masterplan
• Understanding of the work
• Organization
• Schedule and availability
• Past Performance record
• Office location
• Monroe County experience
C. Following the receipt of responses and negotiations with the selected respondent,
a recommendation to the County Commission to approve the contract with the
preferred respondent will be presented. No binding contract is created between
any respondent and the County until a contract is approved by the County
Commission.
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1.14 AWARD OF CONTRACT
A. The County reserves the right to award separate contracts and to waive any
informality in any response. If responses are found to be acceptable by the
County, written notice will be given to the selected Respondent(s) of the award
of the contract(s).
B. If the award of a contract is annulled, the County may award the contract to
another Respondent or the work may be re -advertised or may be performed by
other qualified personnel as the COUNTY decides.
C. A contract will be awarded to the Respondent with the lowest priced responsible
and responsive quote and deemed to provide the services which are in the best
interest of the County.
D. The County also reserves the right to reject the response of a Respondent who
has previously failed to perform properly or to complete contracts of a similar
nature on time.
1.15 EXECUTION OF CONTRACT
The Respondents to whom a contract is awarded will be required to return to the County
four executed counterparts of the prescribed contract together with the required
certificates of insurance.
1.16 CERTIFICATE OF INSURANCE AND INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
The Respondent shall be responsible for all necessary insurance coverage as indicated
below. The Respondent shall be responsible for ensuring that all coverages remain in
effect for the duration of the contract. Certificates of Insurance must be provided to
Monroe County fifteen days prior to the submission of the contract to the Board of
County Commissioners for the award of contract, with the Monroe County Board of
County Commissioners listed as additional insured as indicated. No contract shall be
awarded until Monroe County has received proof of insurance and that Monroe County
Board of County Commissioners is listed as the additional insured. If the proper
insurance forms are not received within the fifteen day period, the contract may be
awarded to the next selected Respondent. Policies shall be written by companies licensed
to do business in the State of Florida and having an agent for service of process in the
State of Florida. Companies shall have an A.M. Best rating of VI or better.
Worker's Compensation
Employers' Liability Insurance
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Statutory Limits
$1,000,000 Accident
$1,000,000 Disease, policy limits
$1,000,000 Disease each employee
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General Liability, including
Premises Operation
Products and Completed Operations
Blanket Contractual Liability
Personal Injury Liability
Expanded Definition of Property Damage
Vehicle Liability
(Owned, non -owned and hired vehicles)
Professional Liability
$1,000,000 Combined Single Limit
$1,000,000 per Occurrence
$1,000,000 Combined Single Limit
$1,000,000 per Occurrence
$2,000,000 Aggregate
Monroe County shall be named as an Additional Insured on the General Liability and
Vehicle Liability policies.
1.17 INDEMNIFICATION
The Consultant covenants and agrees to indemnify, hold harmless and defend Monroe
County, its commissioners, officers, employees, agents and servants from any and all
claims for bodily injury, including death, personal injury, and property damage, including
damage to property owned by Monroe County, and any other losses, damages, and
expenses of any kind, including attorney's fees, court costs and expenses, which arise out
of, in connection with, or by reason of services provided by the Consultant or any of its
Subconsultant(s) in any tier, occasioned by the negligence, errors, or other wrongful act
or omission of the Consultant, its Subconsultant(s) in any tier, their officers, employees,
servants or agents.
In the event that the completion of the project (to include the work of others) is delayed
or suspended as a result of the Consultant's failure to purchase or maintain the required
insurance, the Consultant shall indemnify the County from any and all increased
expenses resulting from such delay. Should any claims be asserted against the County by
virtue of any deficiency or ambiguity in the plans and specifications provided by the
Consultant, the Consultant agrees and warrants that the Consultant shall hold the County
harmless and shall indemnify it from all losses occurring thereby and shall further defend
any claim or action on the County's behalf.
The first ten dollars ($10.00) of remuneration paid to the Consultant is consideration for
the indemnification provided for above.
The extent of liability is in no way limited to, reduced, or lessened by the insurance
requirements contained elsewhere within this agreement.
This indemnification shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of the contract.
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SECTION TWO
DRAFT CONTRACT
Contract for Engineering Services
for the Selection of Canal Demonstration Projects.
THIS Contract (The AGREEMENT) made and entered into this day
of 2013 by and between Monroe County, a political subdivision of the
State of Florida, whose address is 1100 Simonton Street, Key West Florida, 33040, its
successors and assigns hereinafter referred to as the "COUNTY," through the Monroe
County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC), the Owner
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of the State of ,
assigns, hereinafter referred to as "CONSULTANT",
WITNESSETH:
whose address is
its successors and
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of mutual promises, covenants and agreements
stated herein, and for other good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is
hereby acknowledged, COUNTY and CONSULTANT agree as follows:
FORM OF AGREEMENT
ARTICLE I
REPRESENTATIONS AND WARRANTIES
By executing this Agreement, the CONSULTANT makes the following express
representations and warranties to the COUNTY:
1.1.1 The CONSULTANT shall maintain all necessary licenses, permits or other
authorizations necessary to act as CONSULTANT for the Project until the
CONSULTANT'S duties hereunder have been satisfied;
1.1.2 The CONSULTANT has become familiar with the Project site(s) and the local
conditions under which the Projects are to be selected for further design,
engineering and implemented;
1.1.3 The CONSULTANT shall prepare all documents required by this Agreement
including, but not limited to, all contract plans and specifications, in such a
manner that they shall be in conformity and comply with all applicable law, codes
and regulations. The CONSULTANT warrants that the documents prepared as a
part of this Contract will be adequate and sufficient to accomplish the purposes of
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the Project, therefore, eliminating any additional construction cost due to missing
or incorrect design elements in the contract documents;
1.1.4 The CONSULTANT assumes full responsibility to the extent allowed by law with
regards to his performance and those directly under his employ.
1.1.5 The CONSULTANT'S services shall be performed as expeditiously as is
consistent with professional skill and care and the orderly progress of the Project.
In providing all services pursuant to this agreement, the CONSULTANT shall
abide by all statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations pertaining to, or regulating
such services, including those now in effect and hereinafter adopted. Any
violation of said statutes, ordinances, rules and regulations shall constitute a
material breach of this agreement and shall entitle the COUNTY to terminate this
agreement immediately upon delivery of written notice of termination to the
CONSULTANT.
1.1.6 At all times and for purposes under this agreement the CONSULTANT is an
independent contractor and not an employee of the Board of County
Commissioners for Monroe County. No statement contained in this agreement
shall be construed so as to find the CONSULTANT or any other of his/her
employees, contractors, servants, or agents to be employees of the Board of
County Commissioners for Monroe County.
1.1.7 The CONSULTANT shall not discriminate against any person based on race,
creed, color, national origin, sex, age or any other characteristic or aspect which is
not related, in its recruiting, hiring, promoting, terminating, or other area affecting
employment under this agreement or with the provision of services or goods
under this agreement.
ARTICLE II
SCOPE OF BASIC SERVICES
2.1.1 The CONSULTANT will perform for the COUNTY services as described in
Attachment A, Scope of Basic Services.\
2.1.2 The CONSULTANT will complete all services for the COUNTY no later than
ninety (90)) days from execution of the CONTRACT.
2.2 CORRECTIONS OF ERRORS, OMMISSIONS, DEFICIENCIES
2.2.1 The CONSULTANT shall, without additional compensation, promptly correct
errors, omissions, deficiencies, or conflicts in the work product of the
CONSULTANT or its subconsultants, or both.
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2.3 NOTICE REQUIREMENTS
2.3.1 All written correspondence to the COUNTY shall be dated and signed by an
authorized representative of the CONSULTANT. Any notice required or
permitted under this agreement shall be in writing and hand delivered or mailed,
postage prepaid, to the COUNTY by certified mail, return receipt requested, to
the following:
Ms. Rhonda Haag
Monroe County Sustainability Office
102050 Overseas Highway, Ste. 212
Key Largo, FL 33037
Mr. Roman Gastesi, Jr.
County Administrator
1100 Simonton Street
Key West, FL 33040
For the Consultant
ARTICLE III
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
3.1 The services described in this Article III are not included in Basic Services. They
shall be paid for by the COUNTY as provided in this agreement as an addition to the
compensation paid for the Basic Services but only if approved by the COUNTY before
commencement, and as follows:
A. Providing services of CONSULTANT for other than the previously listed
consulting scope of Project provided as a part of Basic Services.
B. Providing any other services not otherwise included in this Agreement or not
customarily furnished in accordance with generally accepted consulting
practice.
C. Providing representation before public bodies in connection with the Project,
upon approval by the COUNTY.
3.2 If Additional Services are required, such as those listed above, the COUNTY shall
issue a letter requesting and describing the requested services to the CONSULTANT.
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The CONSULTANT shall respond with fee proposal to perform the requested services.
Only after receiving an amendment to the Agreement and a notice to proceed from the
COUNTY, shall the CONSULTANT proceed with the Additional Services.
ARTICLE IV
COUNTY'S RESPONSIBILITIES
4.1 The COUNTY shall provide full information regarding requirements for the project
including physical location of work, county maintained roads and maps.
4.2 The COUNTY shall designate Monroe County Sustainability Office to act on the
COUNTY'S behalf with respects to the Project. The COUNTY or Monroe County
Sustainability Office shall render decisions in a timely manner pertaining to documents
submitted by the CONSULTANT in order to avoid unreasonable delay in the orderly and
sequential progress of the CONSULTANTS services.
4.3 Prompt written notice shall be given by the COUNTY and its representative to the
CONSULTANT if they become aware of any fault or defect in the Project or
nonconformance with the Agreement Documents. Written notice shall be deemed to have
been duly served if sent pursuant to paragraph 2.3.
4.4 The COUNTY shall furnish the required information and services and shall render
approvals and decisions as expeditiously as necessary for the orderly progress of the
Consultants services and work of the contractors.
4.5 The COUNTY'S review of any documents prepared by the CONSULTANT or its
subconsultants shall be solely for the purpose of determining whether such documents are
generally consistent with the COUNTY'S criteria, as, and if, modified. No review of such
documents shall relieve the CONSULTANT of responsibility for the accuracy, adequacy,
fitness, suitability or coordination of its work product.
4.6 The COUNTY shall provide copies of necessary documents required to complete
the work.
4.7 Any information that may be of assistance to the CONSULTANT that the
COUNTY has immediate access to will be provided as requested.
ARTICLE V
INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS
5.1.1 The CONSULTANT covenants and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless
COUNTY/Monroe County and Monroe County Board of County Commissioners
from any and all claims for bodily injury, including death, personal injury, and
property damage, including property owned by Monroe County, and any other
losses, damages, and expenses, including attorney's fees, court costs and
expenses, which arise out of, in connection with, or by reason of services
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provided by the CONSULTANT or Subcontractor(s) in any tier, occasioned by
the negligence, errors, or other wrongful act or omission of the CONSULTANT
in any tier, their employees, or agents.
5.1.2 The first ten dollars ($10.00) of remuneration paid to the CONSULTANT is for
the indemnification provided for above. The extent of liability is in no way
limited to, reduced, or lessened by the insurance requirements contained
elsewhere within this agreement. Should any claims be asserted against the
COUNTY by virtue of any deficiency or ambiguity in the plans and specifications
provided by the CONSULTANT, the CONSULTANT agrees and warrants that he
shall hold the COUNTY harmless and shall indemnify him from all losses
occurring thereby and shall further defend any claim or action on the COUNTY' S
behalf.
5.1.3 In the event the completion of the project (to include the work of others) is
delayed or suspended as a result of the CONSULTANT'S failure to purchase or
maintain the required insurance, the CONSULTANT shall indemnify COUNTY
from any and all increased expenses resulting from such delays. Should any
claims be asserted against COUNTY by virtue of any deficiencies or ambiguity in
the plans and specifications provide by the CONSULTANT the CONSULTANT
agrees and warrants that CONSULTANT hold the COUNTY harmless and shall
indemnify it from all losses occurring thereby and shall further defend any claims
or action on the COUNTY'S behalf.
5.1.4 The extent of liability is in no way limited to, reduced or lessened by the
insurance requirements contained elsewhere within the Agreement.
5.1.5 This indemnification shall survive the expiration or early termination of the
Agreement.
ARTICLE VI
PERSONNEL
6.1 PERSONNEL
The CONSULTANT shall assign only qualified personnel to perform any service
concerning the project. At the time of execution of this Agreement, the parties anticipate
that the following named individuals will perform those functions as indicated:
NAME
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So long as the individuals named above remain actively employed or retained by the
CONSULTANT, they shall perform the functions indicated next to their names. If they
are replaced the CONSULTANT shall notify the COUNTY of the change immediately.
ARTICLE VII
P A VMF.NT.S
7.1 PAYMENT SUM
7.1.1 The COUNTY shall pay the CONSULTANT in current funds for the
CONSULTANT'S performance of this Agreement the Total Not to Exceed
Amount of ($�.
7.2 PAYMENTS
7.2.1 For its assumption and performances of the duties, obligations and responsibilities
set forth herein, the CONSULTANT shall be paid monthly.
(A) If the CONSULTANT'S duties, obligations and responsibilities are
materially changed by amendment to this agreement after execution of this
Agreement, compensation due to the CONSULTANT shall be equitably
adjusted, either upward or downward;
(B) As a condition precedent for any payment due under this Agreement, the
CONSULTANT shall submit monthly, unless otherwise agreed in writing
by the COUNTY, an invoice to the COUNTY requesting payment for
services properly rendered and reimbursable expenses due hereunder. The
CONSULTANT'S invoice shall describe with reasonable particularity the
service rendered. The CONSULTANT'S invoice shall be accompanied by
such documentation or data in support of expenses for which payment is
sought that the COUNTY may require.
(C) For the performance of the optional additional services and contingent
additional services described in Article III of this contract, provided same
are first authorized in writing by the COUNTY, the CONSULTANT shall
be paid hourly at the rates identified in Exhibit B, or as negotiated.
7.3 REIMBURSABLE EXPENSES
7.3.1 Reimbursable expenses include expenses incurred by the CONSULTANT in the
interest of the Project:
a. Expenses of transportation submitted by CONSULTANT, in writing, and
living expenses in connection with travel authorized by the COUNTY, in
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writing, but only to the extent and in the amounts authorized by Section
112.061, Florida Statutes;
b. Cost of reproducing maps or drawings or other materials used in performing
the scope of services;
c. Postage and handling of reports;
7.4 BUDGET
7.4.1 The CONSULANT may not be entitled to receive, and the COUNTY is not
obligated to pay, any fees or expenses in excess of the amount budgeted for this
Agreement in each fiscal year (October 1- September 30) by COUNTY'S Board of
County Commissioners. The budgeted amount may only be modified by an affirmative
act of the COUNTY'S Board of County Commissioners.
ARTICLE VIII
INSURANCE
8.1.1 The CONSULTANT shall obtain insurance as specified and maintain the required
insurance at all times that this Agreement is in effect. In the event the completion
of the project (to include the work of others) is delayed or suspended as a result of
the CONSULTANT'S failure to purchase or maintain the required insurance, the
CONSULTANT shall indemnify the COUNTY from any and all increased
expenses resulting from such delay.
8.1.2 The coverage provided herein shall be provided by an insurer with an A.M. Best
Rating of VI or better, that is licensed to do business in the State of Florida and
that has an agent for service of process within the State of Florida. The insurance
certificate shall contain an endorsement providing sixty (60) days notice to the
COUNTY prior to any cancellation of said coverage. Said coverage shall be
written by an insurer acceptable to the COUNTY and shall be in a form
acceptable to the COUNTY.
8.1.3 CONSULTANT shall obtain and maintain the following policies:
A. Workers' Compensation insurance as required by the State of Florida,
sufficient to respond to Chapter 440 Florida Statutes.
B. Employers Liability Insurance with limits of $1,000,000 per Accident,
$1,000,000 Disease, policy limits, $1,000,000 Disease each employee.
C. Comprehensive business automobile and vehicle liability insurance covering
claims for injuries to members of the public and/or damages to property of
others arising from use of motor vehicles, including onsite and offsite
operations, and owned, hired or non -owned vehicles, with One Million
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Dollars ($1,000,000.00) combined single limit and One Million Dollars
($1,000,000.00) annual aggregate.
D. Commercial general liability, including Personal Injury Liability insurance
covering claims for injuries to members of the public or damage to property of
others arising out of any covered act or omission of the CONSULTANT or
any of its employees, agents or subcontractors or subconsultants, including
Premises and/or Operations, Products and Completed Operations, Independent
Contractors; Broad Form Property Damage and a Contractual Liability
Endorsement with One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence and
annual aggregate.
An Occurrence Form policy is preferred. If coverage is changed to or
provided on a Claims Made policy, its provisions should include coverage for
claims filed on or after the effective date of this Agreement. In addition, the
period for which they may be reported must extend for a minimum of 48
months following the termination or expiration of this Agreement.
E. Professional liability insurance of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) per
claim and Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) annual aggregate. If the
policy is a "claims made" policy, CONSULTANT shall maintain coverage or
purchase a "tail" to cover claims made after completion of the project to cover
the statutory time limits in Chapter 95 of the Florida Statutes.
F. COUNTY shall be named as an additional insured with respect to
CONSULTANTS liabilities hereunder in insurance coverage identified in
Paragraphs C and D.
G. CONSULTANT shall require its subconsultants to be adequately insured at
least to the limits prescribed above, and to any increased limits of
CONSULTANT if so required by COUNTY during the term of this
Agreement. COUNTY will not pay for increased limits of insurance for
subconsultants.
H. CONSULTANT shall provide to the COUNTY certificates of insurance or a
copy of all insurance policies including those naming the COUNTY as an
additional insured by including any subsection hereunder. The COUNTY
reserves the right to require a certified copy of such policies upon request.
I. If the CONSULTANT participates in a self-insurance fund, a Certificate of
Insurance will be required. In addition, the CONSULTANT may be required
to submit updated financial statements from the fund upon request from the
COUNTY.
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8.2 APPLICABLE LAW
This contract is governed by the laws of the State of Florida. Venue for any litigation
arising under this contract must be in Monroe County, Florida.
ARTICLE IX
MISCELLANEOUS
9.1 SECTION HEADINGS
Section headings have been inserted in this Agreement as a matter of convenience of
reference only, and that it is agreed that such section headings are not a part of this
Agreement and will not be use in the interpretation of any provisions of this Agreement.
9.2 OWNERSHIP OF THE PROJECT DOCUMENTS
The documents prepared by the CONSULTANT for this Project belong to the COUNTY
and may be reproduced and copied without acknowledgement or permission of the
CONSULTANT.
9.3 SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS
The CONSULTANT shall not assign or subcontract its obligations under this Agreement
except in writing and with the prior written approval of the Board of County
Commissioners for Monroe County and the CONSULTANT, which approval shall be
subject to such conditions and provisions as the Board may deem necessary. This
paragraph shall be incorporated by reference into any assignment or subcontract and any
assignee or subcontractor shall comply with all of the provisions of this Agreement.
Subject to the provisions of the immediately proceeding sentence, each parry hereto binds
itself, its successors, assignees and legal representatives to the other and to the
successors, assigns and legal representatives of such other parry. The CONSULTANT
shall not assign its right hereunder, excepting its right to payment, nor shall it delegate
any of its duties hereunder without the written consent of the COUNTY.
9.4 NO THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES
Nothing contained herein shall create any relationship, contractual or otherwise, with or
any rights in favor of, any third party.
9.5 TERMINATION
A. In the event the CONSULTANT shall be found to be negligent in any aspect of
service, the COUNTY shall have the right to terminate this Agreement after five days
written notification to the CONSULTANT.
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B. The County may terminate this Agreement without cause by giving the other party
sixty (60) days written notice of its intention to do so.
9.6 CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
The contract documents consist of the Request for Quotes (RFQ), any addenda, the Form
of Agreement (Articles I-XV), the CONSULTANT'S response to the RFQ, the
documents referred to in the Form of Agreement as a part of this Agreement, and the
attachments and modifications made after execution by written
amendment. In the event any conflict between any of those Agreement documents, the
one imposing the greater burden on the CONSULTANT will control.
9.7 PUBLIC ENTITIES CRIMES
A person or affiliate who has been place on the convicted vendor list following a
conviction for public entity crime may not submit a bid on contracts to provide any goods
or services to a public entity, may not submit a bid on a contract with a public entity for
the construction or repair of a public building or public work, may not submit bids on
leases of real property to public entity, may not be awarded or perform work as a
contractor, supplier, subcontractor, or consultant under a contract with any public entity,
and may not transact business with any public entity in excess of the threshold amount
provided in Section 287.017 of the Florida Statutes, for CATEGORY TWO for a period
of 36 months from the date of being placed on the convicted vendor list.
By signing this Agreement, CONSULTANT represents that the execution of this
Agreement will not violate the Public Entity Crimes Act (Section 287.133, Florida
Statutes), Violation of this section shall result in termination of this Agreement and
recovery of all moneys paid hereto, and may result in debarment from COUNTY' S
competitive procurement activities.
In addition to the foregoing, CONSULTANT further represents that there has been no
determination, based on an audit that it or any subconsultant has committed an act
defined by Section 287.133, as "public entity crime", and that it has not been formally
charged with committing an act defined as a "public entity crime" regardless of the
amount of money involved or whether CONSULTANT has been placed on the convicted
vendor list.
CONSULTANT will promptly notify the COUNTY if it or any subcontractor or
subconsultant is formally charged with an act defined as a "public entity crime" or has
been placed on the convicted vendor list.
9.8 MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS
CONSULTANT shall maintain all books, records, and documents directly pertinent to
performance under this Agreement in accordance with generally accepted accounting
principles consistently applied. Records shall be retained for a period of five years from
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the termination of this Agreement. Each party to this Agreement or their authorized
representatives shall have reasonable and timely access to such records of each other
party to this Agreement for public records purposes during the term of the Agreement and
for four years following the termination of this Agreement. If an auditor employed by the
County or Clerk determines that monies paid to CONSULTANT pursuant to this
Agreement were spent for purposes not authorized by this Agreement, the
CONSULTANT shall repay the monies together with interest calculated pursuant to Sec.
55.03, FS, running from the date the monies were paid to County.
9.9 GOVERNING LAW, VENUE, INTERPERTATION, COST AND FEES
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the
State of Florida applicable to contracts made and to be performed entirely in the State. In
the event that any cause of action or administrative proceeding is instituted for the
enforcement or interpretation of this Agreement, COUNTY and CONSULTANT agree
that venue will lie in. the 16TH Judicial Circuit, Monroe County, Florida, in the
appropriate court or before the appropriate administrative body in Monroe County,
Florida. This Agreement shall not be subject to arbitration. The County and
CONSULTANT agree that, in the event of conflicting interpretations of the terms or a
term of this Agreement by or between any of them the issue shall be submitted to
mediation prior to the institution of any other administrative or legal proceeding.
9.10 SEVERABILITY
If any term, covenant, condition or provision of this Agreement (or the application
thereof to any circumstance or person) shall be declared invalid or unenforceable to any
extent by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining terms, covenants, conditions
and provisions of this Agreement, shall not be affected thereby; and each remaining term,
covenant, condition and provision of this Agreement shall be valid and shall be
enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law unless the enforcement of the remaining
terms, covenants, conditions and provisions of this Agreement would prevent the
accomplishment of the original intent of this Agreement. The County and
CONSULTANT agree to reform the Agreement to replace any stricken provision with a
valid provision that comes as close as possible to the intent of the stricken provision.
9.11 ATTORNEY'S FEES AND COSTS
The COUNTY and CONSULTANT agree that in the event any cause of action or
administrative proceeding is initiated or defended by any party relative to the
enforcement or interpretation of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to
reasonable attorney's fees and court costs expenses, as an award against the non -
prevailing party, and shall include attorney's fees and courts costs expenses in appellate
proceedings, as an award against the non -prevailing parry. Mediation proceedings
initiated and conducted pursuant to this Agreement shall be in accordance with the
Florida Rules of Civil Procedure and usual and customary procedures required by the
circuit court of Monroe County.
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9.12 BINDING EFFECT
The terms, covenants, conditions, and provisions of this Agreement shall bind and inure
to the benefit of the COUNTY and CONSULTANT and their respective legal
representatives, successors, and assigns.
9.13 AUTHORITY
Each party represents and warrants to the other that the execution, delivery and
performance of this Agreement have been duly authorized by all necessary COUNTY
and corporate action, as required by law.
9.14 CLAIMS FOR FEDERAL OR STATE AID
CONSULTANT and COUNTY agree that each shall be, and is, empowered to apply for,
seek, and obtain federal and state funds to further the purpose of this Agreement;
provided that all applications, requests, grant proposals, and funding solicitations shall be
approved by each party prior to submission.
9.15 ADJUDICATION OF DISPUTES OR DISAGREEMENTS
COUNTY and CONSULTANT agree that all disputes and disagreements shall be
attempted to be resolved by meet and confer sessions between representatives of each of
the parties. If no resolution can be agreed upon within 30 days after the first meet and
confer session, the issue or issues shall be discussed at a public meeting of the Board of
County Commissioners. If the issue or issues are still not resolved to the satisfaction of
the parties, then any party shall have the right to seek such relief or remedy as may be
provided by this Agreement or by Florida law. This provision does not negate or waive
the provisions of paragraph 9.5 concerning termination or cancellation.
9.16 COOPERATION
In the event any administrative or legal proceeding is instituted against either party
relating to the formation, execution, performance, or breach of this Agreement,
COUNTY and CONSULTANT agree to participate, to the extent required by the other
party, in all proceedings, hearings, processes, meetings, and other activities related to the
substance of this Agreement or provision of the services under this Agreement.
COUNTY and CONSULTANT specifically agree that no party to this Agreement shall
be required to enter into any arbitration proceedings related to this Agreement.
9.17 NON DISCRIMINATION
CONSULTANT and COUNTY agree that there will be no discrimination against any
person, and it is expressly understood that upon a determination by a court of competent
jurisdiction that discrimination has occurred, this Agreement automatically terminates
without any further action on the part of any party, effective the date of the court order.
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CONSULTANT and COUNTY agree to comply with all Federal and Florida statutes,
and all local ordinances, as applicable, relating to nondiscrimination. These include but
are not limited to: 1) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (PL 88-352) which
prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin; 2) Title IX of the
Education Amendment of 1972, as amended (20 USC ss. 1681-1683, and 1685-1686),
which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex; 3) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation
Act of 1973, as amended (20 USC s. 794), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of
handicaps; 4) The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (42 USC ss. 6101-6107)
which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age; 5) The Drug Abuse Office and
Treatment Act of 1972 (PL 92-255), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the
basis of drug abuse; 6) The Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention,
Treatment and Rehabilitation Act of 1970 (PL 91-616), as amended, relating to
nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or alcoholism; 7) The Public Health
Service Act of 1912, ss. 523 and 527 (42 USC ss. 690dd-3 and 290ee-3), as amended,
relating to confidentiality of alcohol and drug abuse patent records; 8) Title V1II of the
Civil Rights Act of 1968 (42 USC s. et seq.), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination
in the sale, rental or financing of housing; 9) The Americans with Disabilities Act of
1990 (42 USC s. 1201 Note), as maybe amended from time to time, relating to
nondiscrimination on the basis of disability; 10) Any other nondiscrimination provisions
in any Federal or state statutes which may apply to the parties to, or the subject matter of,
this Agreement.
9.18 COVENANT OF NO INTEREST
CONSULTANT and COUNTY covenant that neither presently has any interest, and shall
not acquire any interest, which would conflict in any manner or degree with its
performance under this Agreement, and that only interest of each is to perform and
receive benefits as recited in this Agreement.
9.19 CODE OF ETHICS
COUNTY agrees that officers and employees of the COUNTY recognize and will be
required to comply with the standards of conduct for public officers and employees as
delineated in Section 112.313, Florida Statutes, regarding, but not limited to, solicitation
or acceptance of gifts; doing business with one's agency; unauthorized compensation;
misuse of public position, conflicting employment or contractual relationship; and
disclosure or use of certain information.
9.20 NO SOLICITATION/PAYMENT
The CONSULTANT and COUNTY warrant that, in respect to itself, it has neither
employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working
solely for it, to solicit or secure this Agreement and that it has not paid or agreed to pay
any person, company, corporation, individual, or firm, other than a bona fide employee
working solely for it, any fee, commission, percentage, gift, or other consideration
contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. For the breach
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or violation of the provision, the CONSULTANT agrees that the COUNTY shall have
the right to terminate this Agreement without liability and, at its discretion, to offset from
monies owed, or otherwise recover, the full amount of such fee, commission, percentage,
gift, or consideration.
9.21 PUBLIC ACCESS
The CONSULTANT and COUNTY shall allow and permit reasonable access to, and
inspection of, all documents, papers, letters or other materials in its possession or under
its control subject to the provisions of Chapter 119, Florida Statutes, and made or
received by the CONSULTANT and COUNTY in conjunction with this Agreement; and
the COUNTY shall have the right to unilaterally cancel this Agreement upon violation of
this provision by CONSULTANT.
9.22 NON -WAIVER OF IMMUNITY
Notwithstanding the provisions of Sec. 768.28, Florida Statutes, the participation of the
CONSULTANT and the COUNTY in this Agreement and the acquisition of any
commercial liability insurance coverage, self-insurance coverage, or local government
liability insurance pool coverage shall not be deemed a waiver of immunity to the extent
of liability coverage, nor shall any contract entered into by the COUNTY be required to
contain any provision for waiver.
9.23 PRIVILEGES AND IMMUNITY
All of the privileges and immunities from liability, exemptions from laws, ordinances,
and rules and pensions and relief, disability, workers' compensation, and other benefits
which apply to the activity of officers, agents, or employees of any public agents or
employees of the COUNTY, when performing their respective functions under this
Agreement within the territorial limits of the COUNTY shall apply to the same degree
and extent to the performance of such functions and duties of such officers, agents,
volunteers, or employees outside the territorial limits of the COUNTY.
9.24 LEGAL OBLIGATIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Non -Delegation of Constitutional or Statutory Duties. This Agreement is not intended to,
nor shall it be construed as, relieving any participating entity from any obligation or
responsibility imposed upon the entity by law except to the extent of actual and timely
performance thereof by any participating entity, in which case the performance may be
offered in satisfaction of the obligation or responsibility. Further, this Agreement is not
intended to, nor shall it be construed as, authorizing the delegation of the constitutional or
statutory duties of the COUNTY, except to the extent permitted by the Florida
constitution, state statute, and case law.
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9.25 NON -RELIANCE BY NON-PARTIES
No person or entity shall be entitled to rely upon the terms, or any of them, of this
Agreement to enforce or attempt to enforce any third -party claim or entitlement to or
benefit of any service or program contemplated hereunder, and the CONSULTANT and
the COUNTY agree that neither the CONSULTANT nor the COUNTY or any agent,
officer, or employee of either shall have the authority to inform, counsel, or otherwise
indicate that any particular individual or group of individuals, entity or entities, have
entitlements or benefits under this Agreement separate and apart, inferior to, or superior
to the community in general or for the purposes contemplated in this Agreement.
9.26 ATTESTATIONS AND TRUTH IN NEGOTATION
CONSULTANT agrees to execute such documents as the COUNTY may reasonably
require including a Public Entity Crime Statement, an Ethics Statement, and a Drug -Free
Workplace Statement. Signature of this Agreement by CONSULTANT shall act as the
execution of a truth in negotiation certificate stating that wage rates and other factual unit
costs supporting the compensation pursuant to the Agreement are accurate, complete, and
current at the time of contracting. The original contract price and any additions thereto
shall be adjusted to exclude significant sums by which the agency determines the contract
price was increased due to inaccurate, incomplete, or concurrent wage rates and other
factual unit costs. All such adjustments must be made within one year following the end
of the Agreement.
9.27 NO PERSONAL LIABILITY
No covenant or agreement contained herein shall be deemed to be a covenant or
agreement of any member, officer, agent or employee of Monroe County in his or her
individual capacity, and no member, officer, agent or employee of Monroe County shall
be liable personally on this Agreement or be subject to any personal liability or
accountability by reason of the execution of this Agreement.
9.28 EXECUTION IN COUNTERPARTS
This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be
regarded as an original, all of which taken together shall constitute one and the same
instrument and any of the parties hereto may execute this Agreement by singing any such
counterpart.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, each party caused this Agreement to be executed by its duly
authorized representative on the day and year first above written.
(SEAL) BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Attest: Clerk OF MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
By:
Deputy Clerk
Date:
(Seal) CONSULTANT
Attest:
LOIN
Title:
Lo
Mayor/Chairman
By:
WITNESS
By:
WITNESS
END OF AGREEMENT
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ATTACHMENT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
A. Background: The County has initiated the last of its wastewater projects that will
eliminate sewage releases into canal and near shore waters. The completion of the
wastewater projects will help clean up degraded near shore waters of the Florida Keys
and prevent against further degradation. However, the wastewater projects won't
eliminate the pollution already in the canal waters and the organics and pollutants that
have settled up to several feet deep on the bottoms of many of the canals. Pollutants
become trapped at the canal bottoms due to poor canal flushing. The County is now
moving forward with canal restoration demonstration projects that will remove the
pollutants and organics from the affected canals. Canal restorations will enhance
flushing, which will remove some trapped pollutants in the water column.
Construction of residential canals in the Florida Keys was initiated in the mid-20th
century, before resource managers fully understood their impacts on local water quality
and broader coastal ecosystems. Many of the 502 canal systems currently present in the
Keys were excavated to depths of 20 to 25 feet in order to maximize production of fill
material. Many canal systems were designed as long, multi -segmented, dead-end
networks which maximize waterfront property but provide little or no tidal flushing and
accumulate nutrients and decomposing organic material.
B. Regulatory: The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has
determined that the water quality is impaired in multiple water bodies (WBIDS)
throughout the Florida Keys. The Florida Keys Reasonable Assurance Documentation
Update , of 2011 (FKRAD Update)
outlined extensive waste water and storm water restoration activities to address the
nutrient impairments from these sources. However, DEP recognizes that even after the
restoration and management activities detailed in the RAD are completed, water quality
in many canals will likely not achieve Class III marine standards, as required by State
water quality regulations.
Canal restoration, including hydrological improvements, to improve tidal flow and
reducing input of floating sea weed will be required. The poor water circulation, weed
wrack, organic sediments, and/or deep water depth, were the cited reasons. Since the
canals discharge directly to nearshore Outstanding Florida Waters in the Florida Keys
National Marine Sanctuary (FKNMS), where DEP adopted a "zero -degradation" policy
for marine waters, addressing on -going canal water quality impairment is of utmost
importance.
Water quality conditions within various canal size classifications were evaluated as part
of the 2003 Monroe County Residential Canal Inventory and Assessment. During the
evaluation period, canal water quality was significantly poorer than the baseline reference
for total nitrogen and total phosphorus for all canal types except Jumbo which was not
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significantly different for total phosphorus and likely a result of small sample size (refer
to table below). Dissolved oxygen concentration within these canals is often less than 1.0
mg/l.
Summary of Water Quality for all Canals in The Florida Keys
(from Monroe County Canal Inventory and Assessment 2003 Report)
CATEGORY
WATER
QUALITY
DESIGNATION
WATER
QUALITY
PARAMETER
MEDIAN
MAX
MIN
JUMBO
POOR
Temperature (°C)
29.6
35.3
16
(> 10 hectares)
Salinity (ppt)
36.65
37.2
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Very limited
Total Nitrogen
26.81
263.3
8.8
sampling,
(❑ M)
especially in
Total Phosphorus
0.36
2.7
0.1
winter
(❑ M)
Chlorophyll a
0.54
15.22
0
(❑ g/1)
LARGE
POOR
Temperature (°C)
29.9
41.5
15.0
(between 2-10
Salinity (ppt)
35.2
50.3
8.8
hectares)
Total Nitrogen
31.6
184.65
8.33
Better
(OM)
representation
Total Phosphorus
0.39
10.09
0
of POOR water
(❑ M)
quality
Chlorophyll a
0.49
23.09
0
(❑ g/1)
MEDIUM
FAIR
Temperature (°C)
26.5
38.5
14
(between 0.6 to
Salinity (ppt)
36.7
59.1
12.2
2 hectares2)
Total Nitrogen
29.39
145.78
0.33
(❑M)
Total Phosphorus
0.32
44.39
0
(❑M)
Chlorophyll a
0.38
19
0
(❑ g/1)
SMALL
FAIR TO GOOD
Temperature (°C)
26.8
41.5
15
(less than 0.6
Salinity (ppt)
37.3
46.4
0.3
hectares)
Total Nitrogen
32.39
149.32
7.72
(❑M)
Total Phosphorus
0.34
4.75
0.06
(❑M)
Chlorophyll a
0.43
4.79
0
(❑ g/1)
Cluster `B"
BASELINE
Temperature (°C)
27.5
39.6
15.1
Keys Nearshore
Salinity (ppt)
36.3
40
29.5
Waters 2001-
Total Nitrogen
13.25
85.88
1.78
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CATEGORY WATER WATER MEDIAN MAX MIN
QUALITY QUALITY
DESIGNATION PARAMETER
FKNMS Water (❑M)
Quality Total Phosphorus 0.20 0.62 0.02
Monitoring (OM)
Chlorophyll a 0.23 1.79 0
(❑ gel)
1. Values that are statistically different from the nearshore water baseline are shown in
BOLD.
2. Definitions of the canal size categories is contained in the 2003 Monroe County
Canal
Monroe County will now implement canal restoration techniques that will improve the
water quality in the Florida Keys canals and thus in the near shore waters affected by
canal outflow. A Monroe County CMMP is underway and is evaluating the conditions of
the Keys canals, prioritizing the need for water quality improvement, and identifying
appropriate restoration options for each canal. A Phase I CMMP completed in June 2012
initiated the canal restoration process. The complete CMMP will be completed in June
2013.
C . SCOPE. The County plans to construct and implement Federal and State -mandated
canal restoration projects in the Florida Keys, as specified in the Monroe County Canal
Management Master Plan (CMMP)
When completed, the projects will result in significantly reduced nutrient loading to the
Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, improved water quality in the Sanctuary, and
compliance with mandatory state water quality standards and relevant federal and state
regulatory standards.
The scope of services for the Canal Demonstration Project Selection includes a
professional engineering evaluation process used to determine the top 15 potential
demonstration canal restoration sites to be selected (to include 3 of each of the specified
technologies), based upon a technical selection screening process to be developed for
approval by the County, that includes environmental, water quality and other factors as
outlined in the Canal Management Master Plan that is currently under development.
The project includes canals with impaired water quality projects located throughout the
entire Florida Keys, in Monroe County. The cities of Key West, Marathon, Layton, and
Key Colony Beach; Village of Islamorada, and unincorporated Monroe County are
included. The map areas included can be found at
. A list of the Keys' canals can be viewed at
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Coordination of approvals from homeowners shall be provided. In addition, complete
documentation for the recommendations for the top 15 projects and a list of the permits
shall be required. The Consultant shall use a selection and ranking process approved by
the County and the Canal Restoration Subcommittee to determine the final 5
demonstration sites and projects. Each shall implement a different type of restoration
technology — and be most applicable for each site.
D. TECHNOLOGIES: To address the specific Class III water quality exceedances (DO,
nutrients) within the canals and surrounding near shore waters, several technologies are
being evaluated in the CMMP and are proposed to be implemented as part of this grant
including: (1) removal of organic accumulation (e.g. dredging), (2) minimization of
further organic accumulation via weed gates, (3) circulation of water within canals via
pumping systems, (4) culvert connections to facilitate water movement using natural tidal
flow; (5) backfilling of too -deep canals and/or 6) any other technology the consultant
may recommend. These technologies will address the "legacy" load and will enhance the
wastewater treatment improvements already made or underway within the watersheds as
part of the RAD. The proposed technologies will target water quality improvements
using several strategies necessary for ecosystem recovery.
1. Removal of accumulated organic matter within the canals will prevent future release
and cycling of nutrients resulting from bacterial decomposition during oxic conditions as
well as release of iron-complexed phosphorus during anoxic conditions (e.g., Hupfer and
Lewandowski, 2008).
2. Weed gates will provide a physical barrier to minimize additional accumulation of
organics once the legacy organics have been removed.
3 A 4. Pumping systems and culvert connections will facilitate oxygenation of
otherwise stagnant water which is expected to provide desirable fish habitat within the
canals. The third strategy will be enhanced by achievement of reduced biological oxygen
demand as a result of the first two strategies.
5. Backfilling of too -deep canals will remove the stagnant water column that occurs
below canal depths of 8 feet.
Estimated Costs: The likely cost to implement the canal restorations is thought to range
from $191-$298 million, based upon a preliminary assessment of canal conditions and
assumptions regarding design and construction costs. The estimated number of canals
that may require restoration is only preliminary and will be revised as additional data is
collected and evaluated. It is assumed that some canals may achieve adequate water
quality improvement through the installation of waste water collection and treatment
systems alone and will not require additional canal restoration. The tables below have
been provided to illustrate the range in total restoration costs as well as variation between
technologies.
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F,stimated Number of Canal Restorations by Selected Technolop-v
Weed
Organics
Scenario
Wrack
Pumping
Culverts
Backfilling
Total
Removal
Gate
Low Range
62
31
20
20
40
173
High Range
72
54
34
34
60
254
Technical Feasibility: The canal restoration technologies being proposed have been
identified in the CMMP and address two major water quality issues: seaweed loading
(both prevention of future impacts and removal of existing accumulated organics) and
improvement in canal flushing to restore the natural tidal flow and circulation via culverts
or pumps that was destroyed during the canal construction. These technologies include:
1. Installation of weed wrack gates/air bubble curtains
2. Removal of accumulated organics from canal bottoms
3. Culvert installation to enhance tidal flow
4. Pumping to enhance circulation.
5. Backfilling
Each of these technologies has been implemented at one or more canal sites in the Keys.
Weed Wrack Gates/Air Bubble Curtains: Severe water quality problems in the Keys
canals has resulted from excessive amounts of weed wrack (floating seaweed) entering
the canals, fouling the water, and becoming trapped in the dead end sections of the
canals. The orientation and prevailing winds at many canals do not allow the weed wrack
to float back out of the canals, so it becomes trapped, decays and drops to the canal
bottom, where it uses up dissolved oxygen and emits hydrogen sulfide and methane
gases. Photographs are attached
that show examples of this problem. Weed wrack
gates in combination with air bubble curtains have been shown to be the most effective
method for preventing weed wrack from entering the canals. The Phase I CMMP includes
conceptual designs of this system.
Removal of Accumulated Organics: Even when seaweed is prevented from entering a
canal, the existing accumulated organics are still an on -going source of water quality
impairment. The removal of organics from the canal bottoms through hydraulic dredging
or other technique will remove this on -going source. Under a current FDEP` Grant #
50640, surveyors are collecting canal bathymetry data to determine the natural depth of
the canals and the amount of accumulated organics. The FDEP grant scope also includes
sampling the organic material to determine the physical and chemical properties to assist
in final design for removal, dewatering and disposal options. Although each organic
sediment removal project varies depending on specific objectives, local conditions, and
disposal options, similar projects have recently been completed in Florida with positive
water quality response.
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Culverts to Enhance Tidal Flow and Improve Circulation: The construction of homes
in many parts of the Keys created long, multi -segmented, dead-end canal networks which
maximize waterfront property but provide little or no tidal flushing and thus accumulate
nutrients and decomposing organic material. Now that nutrient loading from septic tanks
has been significantly reduced there are many canal systems that still have water quality
impairment due to lack of natural flushing. The Keys have a natural tidal flow that can
be utilized to improve water quality. Culverts, typically concrete box type, can be
installed between canals or between canals and thin land strips to improve flushing.
Pumpin t�prove Circulation: For canal systems that do not have an accessible area
to install a culvert, a pump can be installed to promote water circulation within a canal.
Water can be pumped from a `dead end' canal to an enhanced mangrove water treatment
area or water from a nearby near shore area can be pumped into the canal to increase
dissolved oxygen levels and assist with flushing. Pump installations will be designed to
prevent adverse secondary effects such as resuspension of sediments, bottom scouring, or
negative impacts to the near shore waters. The Phase I CMMP contains a conceptual
design for a pumping system in Marathon which was designed to pump in Florida Bay
water to the dead end of the canal.
The County is also interested in other restoration methods that may exist but are not
discussed here. The respondent may provide any additional information for other
technologies.
E. PROJECT SELECTION
The Consultant will develop the list of 15 potential demonstration sites, and then work
closely with the County to determine the final 5 demonstration projects.
A detailed description of each proposed restoration technology for each site shall be
provided, and include a list of the components, permits, and other issues as applicable.
F. DOCUMENTS
The Consultant shall prepare, for approval by the County, a detailed list of the 15
proposed demonstration projects, and shall include a ranking sheet, permit criteria, access
potential, and preliminary design and construction cost estimates.
The Consultant shall use due care in determining permit requirements and shall meet with
regulatory agencies as necessary to determine specific permit requirements.
NOTE THAT THE PROJECTS ARE NOT LOCATED ON COUNTY PROPERTY,
BUT RATHER ON PROPERTY OWNED BY PRIVATE HOMEOWNERS.
CONSULTANT MUST COORDINATE AWARENESS AND ACCEPTANCE WITH
THE HOMEOWNERS IN EACH DEMONSTRATION PROJECT AREA.
CONSULTANT SHALL ALSO IDENTIFY EASEMENTS AND ACCESS TO THE
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FIVE SEPARATE SITES AND PROVIDE PRELIMINARY RECOMMENDATIONS
FOR DISPOSAL OF ANY SPOIL MATERIAL AND ANY IDENTIFICATION OF
ANY ISSUES RELATED TO THE DESIGN OR CONSTRUCTION WHICH COULD
AFFECT PROJECT COST
The Consultant shall document all meetings and conversations with residents, regulatory
agencies, and others related to the performance of the Work. Work required by the
Consultant to conform documents to federal, state, city, county, or agency specifications
to allow them to be approved shall be completed at no charge or cost to the County,
unless said requirements are changed during the course of the project.
G. ENGINEERING AND CONSTRUCTION COST
Contemporaneously with the submission of the final 5 projects, the Consultant shall
submit to the County in writing its final estimate of the estimated engineering design,
construction administration and also contractor's anticipated bid price for each of the
Demonstration Projects.
The Engineering and Construction Cost shall be the total estimated engineering and
construction bid cost to the County of all elements of EACH of the Projects designed or
specified by the Consultant.
The Engineering and Construction Cost shall include the cost at current market rates of
labor and materials and Equipment designed, specified, selected or specially provided for
by the Consultant, plus a reasonable allowance for Contractor's overhead and profit.
The Engineering and Construction cost does not include the compensation of the
Consultant and the Consultant's consultants, the costs of land, rights -of -way, financing or
other costs which are the responsibility of the homeowners or County.
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SECTION THREE: RESPONSE FORMS
RESPONSE FORM
TO: MONROE COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
c/o Sustainability Manager
MURRAY E. NELSON BUILDING, ROOM 212
102050 OVERSEAS HIGHWAY
KEY LARGO, FLORIDA 33070
I acknowledge receipt of Addenda No. (s)
My lump sum price for the work is $
I have included:
o The Submission Response Form
o Lobbying and Conflict of Interest Clause
o Non -Collusion Affidavit
o Drug Free Workplace Form
o Respondent's Insurance and Indemnification Statement
o Insurance Agent's Statement
o Local Preference Form
In addition, I have included a current copy of the following professional and occupational
licenses:
(Check mark items above, as a reminder that they are included.)
Mailing Address:
Telephone:
Fax:
Date:
Signed:
(Name)
(Title)
Witness:
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LOBBYING AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST CLAUSE
SWORN STATEMENT UNDER ORDINANCE NO. 010-1990
MONROE COUNTY, FLORIDA
ETHICS CLAUSE
(Company)
"...warrants that he/it has not employed, retained or otherwise had act on his/its behalf any former
County officer or employee in violation of Section 2 of Ordinance No. 010-1990 or any County
officer or employee in violation of Section 3 of Ordinance No. 010-1990. For breach or violation
of this provision the County may, in its discretion, terminate this Agreement without liability and
may also, in its discretion, deduct from the Agreement or purchase price, or otherwise recover,
the full amount of any fee, commission, percentage, gift, or consideration paid to the former
County officer or employee".
STATE OF:
COUNTY OF:
Subscribed and sworn to (or affirmed) before me on
(date) by
(Signature)
Date:
(name of affiant). He/She is personally
known to me or has produced as
identification. (type of identification)
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NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT
I, of the city of
according to law on my oath, and under penalty of perjury, depose and say that:
1. 1 am
of the firm of
the bidder making the Proposal for the project described in the Request for
Quotes for:
and that I executed the said proposal with full authority to do so:
2. the prices in this bid have been arrived at independently without collusion,
consultation, communication or agreement for the purpose of restricting
competition, as to any matter relating to such prices with any other bidder or with
any competitor;
3. unless otherwise required by law, the prices which have been quoted in this bid
have not been knowingly disclosed by the bidder and will not knowingly be
disclosed by the bidder prior to bid opening, directly or indirectly, to any other
bidder or to any competitor; and
4. no attempt has been made or will be made b the bidder to induce any other
person, partnership or corporation to submit, or not to submit, .a bid for the purpose
of restricting competition;
5. the statements contained in this affidavit are true and correct, and made with full
knowledge that Monroe County relies upon the truth of the statements contained in
this affidavit in awarding contracts for said project.
(Signature of Respondent) (Date)
STATE OF:
COUNTY OF:
PERSONALLY APPEARED BEFORE ME, the undersigned authority, who, after first
being sworn by me, (name of individual signing) affixed his/her signature in the space
provided above on this day of
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DRUG -FREE WORKPLACE FORM
The undersigned vendor in accordance with Florida Statute 287.087 hereby certifies
that:
(Name of Business)
1. Publish a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution,
dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the workplace
and specifying the actions that will be taken against employees for violations of such
prohibition.
2. Inform employees about the dangers of drug abuse in the workplace, the business's
policy of maintaining a drug -free workplace, any available drug counseling, rehabilitation,
and employee assistance programs, and the penalties that may be imposed upon
employees for drug abuse violations.
3. Give each employee engaged in providing the commodities or contractual services
that are under bid a copy of the statement specified in subsection (1).
4. In the statement specified in subsection (1), notify the employees that, as a condition
of working on the commodities or contractual services that are under bid, the employee
will abide by the terms of the statement and will notify the employer of any conviction of,
or plea of guilty or nolo contendere to, any violation of Chapter 893 (Florida Statutes) or
of any controlled substance law of the United States or any state, for a violation
occurring in the workplace no later than five (5) days after such conviction.
5. Impose a sanction on, or require the satisfactory participation in a drug abuse
assistance or rehabilitation program if such is available in the employee's community, or
any employee who is so convicted.
6. Make a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug -free workplace through
implementation of this section.
As the person authorized to sign the statement, I certify that this firm complies fully with
the above requirements.
Respondent's Signature
Date
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Respondent's Insurance and Indemnification Statement
Insurance Requirement
Worker's Compensation
Employer's Liability
General Liability
Vehicle Liability
Professional Liability
Required Limits
Statutory Limits
$1,000,000/$1,000,000/$1,000,000
$1,000,000 Combined Single Limit
$1,000,000 Combined Single Limit per
Occurrence
$1,000,000 per occurrence
$2,000,000 aggregate
IDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS FOR CONSULTANTS AND
SUBCONSULTANTS
The CONSULTANT covenants and agrees to indemnify, hold harmless and defend Monroe
County, its commissioners, officers, employees, agents and servants from any and all claims for
bodily injury, including death, personal injury, and property damage, including property owned
by Monroe County, and any other losses, damages, and expenses of any kind, including
attorney's fees, court costs and expenses, which arise out of, in connection with, or by reason of
services provided by the CONSULTANT or any of its Subcontractor(s) in any tier, occasioned by
the negligence, errors, or other wrongful act or omission of the CONSULTANT, including its
Subcontractor(s) in any tier, their officers, employees, servants or agents.
In the event that the completion of the project (to include the work of others) is delayed or
suspended as a result of the CONSULTANT's failure to purchase or maintain the required
insurance, the CONSULTANT shall indemnify the County from any and all increased expenses
resulting from such delay. Should any claims be asserted against the COUNTY by virtue of any
deficiency or ambiguity in the plans and specifications provided by the CONSULTANT, the
CONSULTANT agrees and warrants that CONSULTANT shall hold the County harmless and
shall indemnify it from all losses occurring thereby and shall further defend any claim or action
on the County's behalf.
The first ten dollars ($10.00) of remuneration paid to the CONSULTANT is consideration for the
indemnification provided for above.
The extent of liability is in no way limited to, reduced, or lessened by the insurance requirements
contained elsewhere within this agreement.
This indemnification shall survive the expiration or earlier termination of the Agreement.
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RESPONDENT'S STATEMENT
I understand the insurance that will be mandatory if awarded the contract and will comply in full
with all the requirements.
Respondent Signature
INSURANCE AGENT'S STATEMENT
I have reviewed the above requirements with the bidder named below. The following deductibles
apply to the corresponding policy.
POLICY DEDUCTIBLES
Liability policies are Occurrence Claims Made
Insurance Agency Signature
Print Name:
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LOCAL PREFERENCE FORM
A. Vendors claiming a local preference according to Ordinance 023-2009 must complete this
form.
Name of Bidder/Responder
Date:
1. Does the vendor have a valid receipt for the business tax paid to the Monroe County Tax
Collector dated at least one year prior to the notice or request for bid or proposal?
(Please furnish copy)
2. Does the vendor have a physical business address located within Monroe County from which
the vendor operates or performs business on a day to day basis that is a substantial component of
the goods or services being offered to Monroe County?
List Address:
Telephone Number:
B. Does the vendor/prime contractor intend to subcontract 50% or more of the goods, services or
construction to local businesses meeting the criteria above as to licensing and location?
If yes, please provide:
1. Copy of Receipt of the business tax paid to the Monroe County Tax Collector by the
subcontractor dated at least one year prior to the notice or request for bid or proposal.
2. Subcontractor Address within Monroe County from which the subcontractor operates:
Tel. Number
Print Name:
Signature and Title of Authorized Signatory for
Bidder/Responder
STATE OF
COUNTY OF
On this day of , 20 , before me, the undersigned notary public, personally
appeared known to me to be the person whose name is
subscribed above or who produced as identification, and
acknowledged that he/she is the person who executed the above Local Preference Form for the
purposes therein contained.
Notary Public
Print Name
My commission expires:
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