HomeMy WebLinkAboutHarold's LLC ELIZABETH A. NEVILLE
TOWN CLERK
REGISTRAR OF VITAL STATISTICS
MARRIAGE OFFICER
RECORDS MANAGEMENT OFFICER
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION OFFICER
Town Hall, 53095 Main Road
P.O. Box 1179
Southold, New York 11971
Fax (631) 765-6145
Telephone (631) 765-1800
southoldtown.northfork.net
OFFICE OF THE TOWN CLERK
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE FOLLOWING RESOLUTION NO. 423 OF 2005
WAS ADOPTED AT THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE SOUTHOLD TOWN BOARD
ON JULY 5, 2005:
RESOLVED, that the Town Board of the Town of Southold hereby authorizes and directs
Suoervisor Joshua Y. Horton to execute Aorecments between Harold's LLC (Harold Cook}
and the Town for the maintenance of the Pump Station of the Fishers Island Sewer District for a
period of one year effective June 1~ 2005 through May 31, 2006, for the sum of $1,611.23, AND
for the maintenance of the Grounds of the Fishers Island Sewer District for one year effective
June 1, 2005 through May 31, 2006, for the sum of $898.98, subject to the approval of the Town
Attorney.
Elizabeth A. Neville
Southold Town Clerk
PATRICIA A. FINNEGAN
TOWN ATTORNEY
patricia.finnegan@town.southold.ny.us
KIERAN M. CORCORAN
ASSISTANT TOWN ATTORNEY
kieran.corcoran@tow n.southold.ny.us
LORI HULSE MONTEFUSCO
ASSISTANT TOWN ATTORNEY
lori.raonte fusco@town.southoid.ny.us
JOSHUA Y. HORTON
Supervisor
Town Hail Annex, 54375 Route 25
P.O. Box 1179
Southoid, New York 11971-0959
Telephone (631) 765-1939
Facsimile (631) 765-6639
OFFICE OF THE TOWN ATTORNEY
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
To:
From:
Date:
Subject:
MEMORANDUM
Ms. Joanne Liguori
Lynne Krauza
Secretary to the Town Attorney
July 27, 2005
Maintenance Agreements w/Harold's LLC
Please be advised that Lori has reviewed and approved the attached
Maintenance Agreements for the Pump Station and Grounds on Fishers Island in
connection with the referenced matter. Resolution No. 423 of 2005 from the July
5 meeting authorizes Josh to sign these Agreements, a copy of which is
enclosed.
In this regard, kindly have Josh sign all six (6) counterparts of the
Agreements where indicated and insert the date of signature on page 1 of each
counterpart and return them to me.
Thank you for your attention. If you have any questions, please call me.
/Ik
Enclosures
cc: Ms. Elizabeth Neville, Town Clerk (w/encls.) /
AGREEMENT
MAINTENANCE OF GROUNDS
FISHERS ISLAND SEWER DISTRICT
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD, NY
THIS AGREEMENT made this ~f/~day of _'-'~,~y , 2005,
by and between HAROLD'S LLC, P.O. Box 661, Fishers Island, New York
06390, an Individual/Corporation organized and existing under the laws of the
State of New York, hereinafter called "Contractor" and the Town of Southold,
hereinafter called the "Owner".
WITNESSETH, that the CONTRACTOR and the OWNER, for the
considerations stated herein, mutually agree as follows:
That for and in consideration of the payments and agreements hereinafter
mentioned, to be made and performed by the OWNER and the CONTRACTOR,
the CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to commence and complete the work
described as follows: Maintenance of the Grounds, hereinafter called the Project
as set forth in the attached document, for the sum of EIGHT HUNDRED
NINETY-EIGHT DOLLARS AND 98/100 ($898.98) to be paid in twelve (12)
equal, monthly installments. This sum is to include furnishing all plant, labor,
equipment, and appliances, and performing all operations in connection with the
referenced work in order to provide a complete, operational and stable finished
product in accordance with the conditions and prices stated in the attachment to
this Contract.
The CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to commence work under this
Contract for the period June 1, 2005 to May 31,2006.
Town OWNER hereby agrees to pay the CONTRACTOR in current funds
for the performance of the contract, subject to additions and deductions, as
provided in the Bidders Information of the Contract, and to make payments on
account, thereof as provided.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this
AGREEMENT to be executed on the day and.year first above written.
SEAL
TOWN OFSOUTHOLD
OWNER
By:
ATTEST
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BARBARA ANN RUDER
Not~ Public, State of ~w York
No. 4855805/
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SEAL HAROLD'S LLC
ATTEST
WITNESS
Supervisor
CONTRACTOR
By:
ROXANNE SPAULDING
NOTARY PUBLIC, STATE OF NEW YORK
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THE PROJECT - SPECIFICS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
FENCING
The Contractor shall be responsible for supplying all labor and tools to
perform the repair and maintenance of the fence enclosure on the pump station
and wood rail fence at the community leach field.
Maintenance of the pump station fence enclosure shall consist of the
reattachment of any loose areas of fencing to support poles where required. Also
included in this work is all labor necessary for adjustments to the gate to allow
easy closure and locking of the pump station enclosure.
Maintenance of the wood rail fence at the community leach field shall
consist of the resetting of replacement of any displaced or broken wood rails and
posts.
All costs for labor for the maintenance of the above measures shall be
included in the yearly lump sum labor charge. All costs for materials shall be paid
by the District in accordance with the General Condition for material payment.
MOWING
The Contractor shall be responsible for supplying all labor and equipment
including lawn mower and lubricating oils and fuel for same, and perform all
operations to maintain the lawn areas adjacent to the pump station and within the
community leach field area. The lawn areas shall be maintained in a neat,
presentable condition and in a manner similar to residential lawn care. The lawns
shall be mowed as required, and all deleterious material such as trash, branches,
etc. removed and disposed of.
The mowing operation shall also include the trimming of vegetation
immediately adjacent to the chain link and wood rail fence to keep the fences
clear of vegetation, and the removal of vegetation within the pump station
enclosure.
The work shall be initiated in the month of April or May, as required, and
continue through the month of October as required to prevent large root growth
and provide a neat appearance and also to provide for access to manhole covers
for inspection. The Contractor shall be paid on a monthly basis, with each
monthly payment for labor equal to one-seventh of his lump sum bid.
BRUSH CLEARING
The Contractor shall be responsible for the bi-yearly clearing of brush
within the leach field areas on both the community septic system and for the
three (3) cottages septic system. Brush shall be completely cleared to within ten
(10) feet of all components of the septic system. The brush is to be cut to within
2" of the ground surface. The Contractor shall supply all labor and equipment to
perform the above work.
The Contractor shall dispose of all cut brush off site in an acceptable
location as approved by the Engineer.
All costs for equipment and' labor to clear and dispose of the brush shall
be included in the lump sum bid price for labor submitted by the Contractor.
D-BOX ADJUSTMENTS
The Contractor shall be responsible for supplying all equipment and labor
and performing all operations in conjunction with adjustments to the D-boxes at
the community and cinema septic systems. The D-boxes shall be cleaned and
adjusted as needed to provide uniform distribution of effluent to all septic
trenches. Note that any work done to the septic system D-boxes should only be
done by or under the guidance of an individual qualified to perform this work. The
Contractor, if he is not qualified to perform these operations, wilJ be responsible
to obtain a subcontractor to perform this work.
All costs for supplying necessary labor and materials including the
services of a subcontractor, if required, shall be included in the lump sum bid
price for labor submitted by the Contractor.
The Contractor is reminded to observe all necessary sanitary health and
safety standards when performing this work.
The Contractor shall supply written reports to the Engineer detailing any
adjustments made to the septic system D-boxes.
GENERAL CONDITIONS
G.C. #1 Payment for Materials Purchased
In order for the Contractor to receive payment for materials utilized
on the project, the following requirements must be complied with:
A yearly material budget in the amount of $200.00 has been
established for materials for the work. This budget shall be charged
against for the following items:
Chain link fence replacement items such as fence ties or
replacement items.
Wood rail fence replacement items such as new wood rails
and posts.
3. Grass seed.
For all items not on the above list, the prior approval of the
Engineer shall be required prior to purchase.
The Contractor shall submit receipts for all items purchased. The
Contractor has the option of requesting funds for purchase of
material prior to purchase.
All requests for payment for materials either prior to purchase, or
after purchase, shall be done a minimum of ten (10) days prior to
the end of the month to be considered for payment for that month.
G.C. #2 Payments to Contractor
The Contractor shall be paid monthly for the execution of this
Contract. The amount shall equal one-seventh of his lump sum bid
price plus payment for materials in accordance with G.C. #1.
Payment will be made for the months of April through October, and
the Contractor shall be paid at the end of the month for work
performed that month; i.e., the payment to be made after the end of
April shall be for work performed in April and so forth.
Project funds shall be used only for costs related to the provision of
services required by this Agreement as specified in the attached
budget.
All budget line items shall require prior written approval of the
Town. Any costs incurred by the Contractor prior to the date of
commencement of the term of this Agreement shall be considered
ineligible, unless specifically approved in writing. No expenditure
may be made for the use of equipment or premises for political
purposes, sponsoring or conducting candidates' meetings,
engaging in voter registration activity or voter transportation, or
other partisan political activities.
G.C. #3 Books of Account and Maintenance of Records
The Contractor agrees to establish and maintain fiscal control and
accounting procedures which assure the proper accounting of all
funds paid by the Town to the Contractor under this Agreement. All
records with respect to all matters covered by this Agreement shall
be maintained for a minimum of three (3) years after disbursement
of the final payment under this Agreement. Such records shall be
retained beyond the three-year period if audit findings have not
been resolved.
All program costs and expenditures must be supported by properly
executed payrolls, time records, invoices, contracts, vouchers,
receipts, leases, or other official documentation evidencing in
proper detail the nature and propriety of the charges. All checks,
payrolls, invoices, contracts, vouchers, receipts, leases, or other
accounting documents pertaining in whole or in part to this
Agreement shall be clearly identified and readily accessible. Bank
statements and checkbooks must be reconciled monthly. Cash
balances and proof of payment or payroll must be reported
monthly.
The Contractor agrees to have available in the Town of Southold,
upon request, all its books, documents, papers, and records,
relating to the project, for inspection, audit, and copying during
normal business hours, by appropriate officials of the Town, or its
duly authorized representative, concerning charges, fees, and costs
under this Agreement.
G.C. #4 Permits and Codes
The Contractor shall give all notices required by, and shall observe
and comply with all Federal and State laws, and Local by-laws,
ordinances and regulations in any manner affecting the conduct of
the work, and all such orders or decrees as may exist at present
and those which may be enacted later, of bodies or tribunals having
jurisdiction or authority over the work.
G.C. #5 Accident Prevention
The Contractor shall exercise property precautions and safety
measures at all times for the protection of persons and/or property
and shall be responsible for all injuries and/or damages to all
persons and/or property, either on or off the site, which occur as a
result of his prosecution of the work under this Contract.
G.C. #6 Inspection/Acceptance of the Work
All materials and workmanship shall be subject to inspection,
examination or test by the Town and the Engineer to determine the
acceptability of the work at any and all times.
G.C. #7 Review by Town
The Town, its authorized representative, and agents shall at all
times have access to and be permitted to observe and review all
work, materials, and equipment.
G.C. #8 Insurance
Worker's Compensation - The Contractor shall carry, or require
that there be carried, Worker's Compensation Insurance and
Employer's Liability Insurance for all his employees and those of his
subcontractors engaged in work on the site in accordance with
State or Territorial Worker's Compensation Laws.
G.C. #9 Safety Provision
The safety provisions of applicable laws, building and construction
codes, and the safety codes approved by the State Labor
Commissioner shall be observed.
G.C. #10 Subcontracts
The Contractor shall not execute an Agreement with any
Subcontractor or permit any Subcontractor to perform any work
included in this Contract until he has obtained approval from the
Town.
G.C. #11 Chan.qes in the Work
The Town may make changes in the work required to be performed
by the Contractor for the maintenance of the pump station under
the Contract by making additions thereto, or by omitting work
therefrom, without invalidating the Contract.
G.C. #12 Suspension or Termination of A.qreement
Remedies Other Than Termination: Should review of the
Contractor's performance show non-conformance to the Scope
of Services, budget, or any other terms or conditions herein, the
Contractor shall be in breach of this Agreement, and the Town
may take appropriate action as it deems necessary, including
but not limited to temporary withholding or reduction of payment,
or suspension of program operations. The Contractor shall be
liable for all costs, including attorney's fees, incurred by the
Town in enforcing any and all terms of this Agreement. The
selection of a remedy other than termination shall not prevent
the Town from subsequently terminating this Agreement as
described herein.
Termination of Contract for Cause: If, through any cause, the
Contractor shall fail to fulfill in timely and proper manner his
obligations under this Agreement, or if the Contractor shall
violate any of the covenants, agreements, or stipulations of this
Contract, the Town shall thereupon have the right to terminate
this Agreement by giving written notice to the Contractor of such
termination and specifying the effective date of such
termination, at least five (5) days before the effective date of
such termination. In the event that the Contractor neglects or
refuses to correct or cure said default to the satisfaction of the
Town prior to said date, this Agreement shall thereupon
terminate. In such event, all finished or unfinished documents,
data, studies, and reports prepared by the Contractor under this
Agreement shall, at the option of the Town, become its property,
and the Contractor shall be entitled to receive just and equitable
compensation for any satisfactory work or services rendered
prior to termination. Not withstanding the above, the Contractor
shall not be relieved of liability to the Town for damages
sustained by the Town by virtue of any breach of this
Agreement, all costs and attorney's fees incurred in enforcing
this Agreement, and the Town may withhold any payments to
the contractor for the purpose of setoff until such time as the
exact amount of damages due the Town from the Contractor is
determined.
C. Termination for Convenience of the Town: The Town may
terminate this Agreement at any time by giving written notice to
the contractor. If this Agreement is terminated by the Town as
provided herein, the Contractor will be paid an amount which
bears the same ratio to the total compensation at the services
actually performed bear to the total services of the Contractor
covered by this Agreement, less payments of compensation
previously made, provided, however, that if less than sixty
percent (60%) of the services covered by this Agreement have
been performed upon the effective date of such termination, the
Contractor shall be reimbursed (in addition to the above
payment ) for that portion of the actual out-of-pocket expenses,
not otherwise reimbursed under this Agreement, incurred by the
Contractor during the contract period which are directly
attributable to the uncompleted portion of the services covered
by this Agreement. If this Agreement is terminated due to the
fault of the Contractor Section B hereof relative to termination
shall apply.
G.C. #13 Engineer's Authority
All work shall be subject to the review of the Engineer. The
Engineer shall decide all questions as to interpretation of the plans,
Specifications, and questions of mutual rights between Contractors.
The Engineer shall decide on an acceptable rate of progress, on
the manner of performance, and on the acceptable fulfillment of the
Contract.
G.C. #14 Materials and Workmanship
Unless otherwise specifically provided for in the Specifications, all
workmanship, equipment, materials and articles incorporated in the
work shall be new and the best grade of the respective kinds for the
purpose.
G.C. #15 Risk of Loss
The Town assumes no responsibility for the condition of existing
buildings and structures and other property on the project area, nor
for their continuance in the condition existing at the time of
issuance of the Invitation for Bids or thereafter. No adjustment of
Contract Price or allowance for any change in conditions which
many occur after the Invitation of Bids has been issued will be
made except as provided for herein.
G.C. #16 Arbitration and Litigation
Any controversy or claim arising out of, or relating to this Contract,
or the breach thereof, shall at the option of the Town be settled by
arbitration in accordance with the Rules of the American Arbitration
Association, and judgment upon the award rendered by the
Arbitrator(s) may be entered in any Court having jurisdiction
thereof. The Town shall exercise its option to arbitrate concurrent
with the rendering of its final decision of the claim. Should it fail to
render a final decision within the prescribed time or fail to exercise
its option, the claim will be determined in accordance with the Rules
of the American Arbitration Association as hereinbefore stated.
G.C. #17 Performance Standards
The Contractor agrees to carry out the provisions of this Agreement
with the highest professional skill and competence, in conformance
with reasonable performance standards established in the
Technical Specifications, or as may be established by the Town
during the term of this Agreement. All of the services required
hereunder of the Contractor shall be performed to the sole
satisfaction and approval of the Town as a condition of payment for
the rending of such services.
G.C. #18 Information, Report and Documents
The Contractor shall submit to the Town of a bi-monthly basis, in a
format and at such dates as required by the Town, information
concerning the progress and activities of this project as related to
the Technical Specifications. In addition, comprehensive fiscal
information shall be submitted as required by the Town,
documenting all expenditures made as allowed by the budget. The
Contractor shall submit information required by the Town as to all
other funding sources which relates to the execution of this
Agreement.
The Contractor agrees that all of the information, reports and
documents assembled by the Contractor under this Agreement are
the property of the Town. The Contractor agrees that said
documents and information contained therein shall not be made
available to any individual or organization, other than authorized
governmental officials, without prior approval of the Town, except
as required by State or Federal law.
G.C. #19 Evaluation
The Contractor agrees to participate in the periodic evaluation of
the program. The Contractor agrees to cooperate fully with the
Town in the implementation of a reasonable evaluation system. The
Town agrees to share with the Contractor such data and reports as
may be derived therefrom. The Contractor shall have an
opportunity to review and comment on all drafts and final reports
regarding recommendations the Town makes concerning future
directions of the program, including termination, diminution,
expansion, modification, or change of sponsorship.
The Contractor agrees to comply with evaluation and information
requirements including but not limited to site visits, program or
fiscal audits, and periodic and annual reports. The Contractor shall
comply with all recommendations and requirements of the Town
resulting from such evaluations and audits which are deemed by
the Town to be consistent with the provision of service under this
Agreement.
G.C. #20 Compliance with Law
In all matters pertaining to the execution of this Agreement, the
Contractor shall conform strictly to all Federal, State, and Municipal
laws, statutes, ordinances, and the applicable rules and
regulations, and any and all amendments thereto; and, to the
methods and procedure of all governmental boards, bureaus
offices, commissions, and other agencies.
G.C. #21 Assignment of Novation
The Contractor shall not assign or transfer, whether by an
assignment or novation, any of his rights, duties, benefits,
obligations, liabilities or responsibilities under this Contract without
the written consent of the Town.
G.C. #22 Indemnification of Town
The Contractor agrees to indemnify and save harmless the Town,
its officers, agents, and employees against all suits, claims, or
liabilities of every name and nature arising out of or in consequence
of the wrongful acts of the Contractor in the performance of this
Agreement.
G.C. #23 Personnel
It is mutually agreed that this is a contract for services and not a
contract of employment. The Contractor shall secure all personnel
as may be required to perform the services described herein. Such
personnel shall not be employees of, nor have any contractual
relationship with, the Town. The Contractor shall not be entitled to
any Town of Southold employment benefits such, but not limited to,
vacation, sick leave, insurance, worker's compensation, or pension
and retirement benefits. No person who is serving sentence in a
penal or correctional institute shall be employed on work under this
Agreement.
G.C. #24 Anti.Discrimination and Affirmative Action
The Contractor shall not discriminate against any employee or
applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, age, sex,
national origin, or handicap. The Contractor shall take affirmative
action to ensure that applicants for employment are employed, and
that employees are treated during employment, without regard to
race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, or handicap. Such
action shall include, but not limited to, the following: employment,
upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment
advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other form of
compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship.
The Contractor shall state that all qualified applicants shall receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, age,
sex, national origin, or handicap. The Contractor shall incorporate,
or cause to be incorporated, this provision in any and all
subcontracts entered into pursuant to this Agreement.
G.C. #25 Procurement Procedures and Requirements
The Contractor shall conduct all procurement in a manner so as to
provide maximum open and free competition, regardless of whether
negotiated or advertised and without regard to dollar value. For
purchases where the aggregate expenditure is expected to exceed
$2,500.00, the required method of procurement shall be formal
advertising with adequate purchase description, sealed bids, and
public openings. Procurement of personal or professional services
may be negotiated provided that a competitive process is used
which considered all vendors and contractors reasonable available
to provide such services. The Contractor's records and files must
give full support to all procurement and provide justification for the
method of procurement, the rationale for vendor selection, and the
basis for the cost or price negotiated. All such records and files
shall be made available to governmental officials for inspection
upon request. The Contractor shall make positive efforts to utilize
small businesses and minority-owned business sources of supplies
and services. Such efforts should allow these sources the
maximum opportunity to compete for contracts.
G.C.#26 Non-Expendable Prope~¥
It is agreed that all non-expendable property required through
expenditure of funds authorized by this Agreement will revert to the
Town, unless otherwise provided for, either at the expiration or
earliest termination of this Agreement, or when, in the opinion of the
Town Administrator, there is no longer a need for the property to
accomplish the purpose for which it was intended, whichever first
occurs. As used herein, the term "non-expendable property" shall
mean any and all personality or fixtures which will not be consumed
or lose its identify, and which is expected to have a useful life of
one (1) year or more.
All non-expendable property acquired under this Agreement shall
be listed on the Town inventory forms, a copy of which shall be
forwarded to the Town at the termination of this Agreement, or at
any other time required by the Town. Such property shall be tagged
and numbered in a manner acceptable to the Town to easily
identify it from any other property. Copies of invoices for the
purchase of all non-expendable property shall be retained to
provide documentation of purchase prices and description of
property.
G.C. #27 Disclaimer of A.qency of Third Party Beneficiary Rights
In no event shall anything in this Agreement be deemed to confer
upon any third parties beneficiary rights against the Town.
G.C. #28 Conflict of Interest
The Town and the Contractor hereby covenant and agree that no
member of the governing body of the Town, or its designees or
agents, and no other public official, either paid or unpaid, who
exercises any functions or responsibilities with respect to this
program during the individual's tenure or for one (1) year thereafter,
shall have any personal or financial interest, direct or indirect, in
any contract or subcontract, or the proceeds thereof for work to be
performed in connection with the program assisted under this
Agreement. The Contractor shall incorporate, or cause to be
incorporated, in all subcontracts, a provision prohibiting such
interest pursuant to the provisions of this paragraph.
G.C. #29 Amendments
This Agreement may be amended by written instrument executed
by the parties hereto, acting therein by their duly authorized
representative. Contractor's duly authorized representative shall be
the Executioner of the Agreement, and the Town's duly authorized
representative shall be its Town Administrator.
The Town or the Contractor may request changes in the Scope of
Services to be peflormed hereunder. Such changes, including any
increase or decrease in the amount of the compensation for the
Contractor, which are mutually agreed upon by and between the
Town and Contractor, shall be incorporated in written amendments
to this Agreement.
G.C. #30 Severabilit¥
If any provisions of this Agreement is held invalid, the remainder of
the Agreement shall not be affected thereby if such reminder would
then continue to conform to the terms and requirements of
applicable law.
G.C. #31 Cumulative Remedies
All rights exercisable by and remedies of the Town hereunder shall
be cumulative and the exercise or beginning of the exercise by the
Town of any of its rights or remedies hereunder shall not preclude
the Town from exercising any other right or remedy granted
hereunder er permitted by law.
G.C. #32 Governing Law
This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of New York and the ordinances of the
Town of Southold.
G.C. #33 Gender and Number
Words of any gender used in this Agreement shall be held and
construed to include any other gender, and words in the singular
shall be held and construed to include the plural, unless the
Agreement requires otherwise.
G.C. #34 Notices
All notices, approvals, demands, requests, or other documents
required or permitted under this Agreement, other than routine
communications necessary for the day-to-day operation of this
program, shall be deemed properly given if hand-delivered or sent
by United States registered mail, postage prepaid.
G.C. #35 Successors
This Agreement, to the extent permitted herein, shall insure to the
benefit of, and be binding upon, the parties hereto and any and all
successors.
G. C. #36 Entire A.qreement
This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the
parties hereto and supersedes any and all prior understandings,
negotiations, and Agreements, either written or oral, between them
respecting the written subject matter.
G.C. #37 Non-Waiver
Any failure by the Town or the Contractor to insist upon the strict
performance by the other or any of the terms and provisions hereof
shall not be a waiver, and each party hereto, notwithstanding any
such failure, shall have the righter thereafter to insist upon the strict
performance by the other, of any and all of the terms and provisions
of this Agreement and neither party hereto shall be relieved of such
obligation by reason of the failure of the other to comply with or
otherwise enforce any of the provisions of this Agreement.
G.C. #38 Compliance with the Immi.qration Reform and Control Act of
1986
The Contractor hereby agrees that he is aware of and has complied
with the hiring and documentation requirements of the Immigration
Reform and Control Act of 1986.
The Contractor agrees that it has asked for an examined
documentation in order to verify the legal employability of his
employees and has executed the appropriate forms attesting
thereto pursuant to the Act.
The Contractor further agrees to indemnify and hold the Town
harmless from any costs and/or penalties incurred, including but not
limited to fines, attorney's fees and costs arising from a claim of
violation of said Act.
AGREEMENT
MAINTENANCE OF THE PUMP STATION
FISHERS ISLAND SEWER DISTRICT
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD, NY
THIS AGREEMENT, made this c~day of
by and between HAROLD'S LLC, P.O. Box 661, Fishers Island, New York
06390 , an individual/Corporation organized and existing under the laws of the
state of New York, hereinafter called the "contractor" and the Town of Southold,
hereinafter called the "Owner".
WITNESSETH, that the CONTRACTOR and the OWNER, for the
considerations stated herein, mutually agree as follows:
That for an in consideration of the payments and agreements hereinafter
mentioned, to be made and performed by the OWNER and the CONTRACTOR,
the CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to commence and complete the work
described as follows: Provide Maintenance of the Pump Station for one year
beginning on June 1, 2005, hereinafter call the Project as set forth in the
attached document, entitled "Town of Southold Fishers Island Sewer District'
Maintenance of the Pump Station", for the sum of ONE THOUSAND SIXTEEN
HUNDRED ELEVEN AND 23/100 ($1,611.23) to be paid in twelve (12), equal,
monthly installments.
The CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to commence work under this
Contract for the period June 1,2005 to May 31,2006.
The OWNER hereby agrees to pay the CONTRACTOR in current funds
for the performance of the contract, subject to additions and deductions, as
provided in the attachment to Contract, and to make payments on account,
thereof as provided.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this
AGREEMENT to be executed on the day and year first above written.
SEAL
TOWN OF SOUTHOLD
OWNER
By:
ATTEST
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CONTRACTOR
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WITNESS
ROXANNE SPAULDING
NOTARY PUBLIC, STATE OF NEW YORK
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SCOPE OF SERVICES
GENERAL CONDITIONS
G.C. #1
Payment for Materials Purchased
In order for the Contractor to receive payment for materials utilized
on the project, the following requirements must be complied with:
A yearly material budget is to be established by the Contractor and
submitted to the Sewer District for approval for materials for the
work. This budget shall be charged against for the following items:
1. Oil and antifreeze for generator.
2. Primer and paint.
Miscellaneous electrical components for repair and
maintenance of control panels.
4. Parts needed for maintenance and repair of generator.
For all items, the prior approval of the Engineer shall be
required prior to purchase.
All requests for payment for materials either prior to
purchase or after pumhase, shall be done a minimum of 10
days prior to the end of the month to be considered for
payment for that month.
G.C. #2 Payments to Contractor
The Contractor shall be paid monthly. The amount shall equal one-
twelfth of his lump sum bid price plus payment for materials in
accordance with G.C.#1. The Contractor shall be paid at the end of
the month for work performed that month; i.e., the payment to be
made after the end of April shall be for work performed in April and
so forth.
Project funds shall be used only for costs related to the provision of
services required by this Agreement as specified in the attached
budget.
All budget line items shall require prior written approval of the
Town. Any costs incurred by the Contractor prior to the date of
commencement of the term of this Agreement shall be considered
ineligible, unless specifically approved in writing. No expenditure
may be made for the use of equipment or premises for political
purposes, sponsoring or conducting candidates' meetings,
engaging in voter registration activity or voter transportation, or
other partisan political activities.
G.C. #3 Books of ~,ccount and Maintenance of Records
The Contractor agrees to establish and maintain fiscal control and
accounting procedures which assure the proper accounting of all
funds paid by the Town to the Contractor under this Agreement. All
records with respect to all matter covered by this Agreement shall
be maintained for a minimum of three (3) years after disbursement
of the final payment under this Agreement. Such records shall be
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retained beyond the three-year period if audit findings have not
been resolved.
All program costs and expenditures must be supported by properly
executed payrolls, time records, invoices, contracts, vouchers,
receipts, leases, or other official documentation evidencing in
proper detail the nature and propriety of the charges. All checks,
payrolls, invoices, contracts, vouchers, receipts, leases, or other
accounting documents pertaining in whole or in part to this
Agreement shall be clearly identified and readily accessible. Bank
statements and checkbooks must be reconciled monthly. Cash
balances and proof of payment or payroll must be reported
monthly.
The Contractor agrees to have available in the Town of Southold,
upon requires, all its books, documents, papers, and records,
relating to the project, for inspection, audit, and copying during
normal business hours, by appropriate officials of the Town, or its
duly authorized representative, concerning charges, fees, and costs
under this Agreement.
G.C. #4 Permits and Codes
The Contractor shall give all notices required by, and shall
observe and comply with all Federal and State laws, and
Local by-laws, ordinances and regulations in any manner
affecting the conduct of the work, and all such orders or
decrees as may exist at present and those which may be
enacted later, of bodies or tribunals having jurisdiction or
authority over the work.
G.C. #5 Accident Prevention
The Contractor shall exemise proper precautions and safety
measures at all times for the protection of persons and/or
property and shall be responsible for all injuries and/or
damages to all persons and/or property, either on or off the
site, which occur as a result of his prosecution of the work
under this Contract.
G.C. #6 Inspection/Acceptance of the Work
All materials and workmanship shall be subject to inspection,
examination or test by the Town and the Engineer to
determine the acceptability of the work at any and all times.
G.C. #7 Review by Town
The Town, its authorized representatives, and agents shall at all
times have access to and be permitted to observe and review all
work, materials, and equipment.
G.C. #8 Insurance
Worker's Compensation - The Contractor shall carry, or
require that there be carried, Worker's Compensation
Insurance and Employer's Liability Insurance for all his
employees and those of his subcontractors engaged in work
on the site in accordance with State or Territorial Worker's
Compensation Laws.
G.C. #9 Safety Provision
The safety provisions of applicable laws, building and construction
codes, and the safety codes approved by the State Labor
Commissioner shall be observed.
G.C. #10 Subcontracts
The Contractor shall not execute an Agreement with any
Subcontractor or permit any Subcontractor to perform any
work included in this Contract until he has obtained approval
from the Town.
G.C. #11 Chan.qes in the Work
The Town may make changes in 'the work required to be
performed by the Contractor for the maintenance of the
pump station under the Contract by making additions
thereto, or by omitting work therefrom, without invalidating
the Contract. All such special work shall be preceded with a
contractor's estimate of time and materials for the work. The
Contractor shall obtain three (3) bids for work items which
are more than $2,500 (ref. G.C.#26).
G.C. #12 Suspension or Termination of Agreement
Remedies Other Than Termination: Should review of the
Contractor's performance show non-conformance to the
Scope of Services, budget, or any other terms or conditions
herein, the Contractor shall be in breach of this Agreement,
and the Town may take appropriate action as it deems
necessary, including but not limited to temporary withholding
or reduction of payment, or suspension of program
operations. The Contractor shall be liable for all costs,
including attorney's fees, incurred by the Town in enforcing
any and all terms of this Agreement. The selection of a
remedy other than termination shall not prevent the Town
from subsequently terminating this Agreement as described
herein.
Termination of Contract for Cause: If, through any cause, the
Contractor shall fail to fulfill in timely and proper manner his
obligations under this Agreement, or if the Contractor shall
violate any of the covenants, agreements, or stipulations of
this Contract, the Town shall thereupon have the right to
terminate this Agreement by giving written notice to the
Contractor of such termination and specifying the effective
date of such termination, at least five (5) days before the
effective date of such termination. In the event that the
Contractor neglects or refuses to correct or cure satisfaction
of the Town prior to said date, this Agreement shall
thereupon terminate. In such event, all finished or unfinished
documents, data, studies, and reports prepared by the
Contractor under this Agreement shall, at the option of the
Town, become its property, and the Contractor shall be
entitled to receive just and equitable compensation for any
satisfactory work or services rendered prior to termination.
Not withstanding the above, the Contractor shall be relieved
of liability to the Town for damages sustained by the Town
by virtue of any breach of this Agreement, all costs and
attorney's fees incurred in enforcing this Agreement, and the
Town may withhold any payments to the Contractor for the
purpose of setoff until such time as the exact amount of
damages due the Town from the Contractor is determined.
Termination for Convenience of the Town: The Town may
terminate this Agreement at any time by giving written notice
to the Contractor. If this Agreement is terminated by the
Town as provided herein, the Contractor will be paid an
amount which bears the same ratio to the total
compensation at the services actually performed bear to the
total services of the Contractor covered by this Agreement,
less payments of compensation previously made; provided,
however, that if less than sixty percent (60%) of the services
covered by this Agreement have been performed upon the
effective date of such termination, the Contractor shall be
reimbursed (in addition to the above payment) for that
portion of the actual out-of-pocket expenses, not otherwise
reimbursed under this Agreement, incurred by the Contractor
during the contract period which are directly attributable to
the uncompleted portion of the services covered by this
Agreement. If this Agreement is terminated due to the fault
of the Contractor, Section B hereof relative to termination
shall apply.
G.C. #13 Engineer's Authority
All work shall be subject to the review of the Engineer. The
Engineer shall decide all questions as to interpretation of the plans,
Specifications, and questions of mutual rights between
Contractors. The Engineer shall decide on an acceptable rate of
progress, on the manner of performance, and on the acceptable
fulfillment of the Contract.
G.C. #14 Materials and Workmanship
Unless otherwise specifically provided for in the
Specifications, all workmanship, equipm, ent, materials and
articles incorporated in the work shall be new and the best
grade of the respective kinds for the purpose.
G.C. #15 Risk of Loss
The Town assumes no responsibility for the condition of existing
building and structures and other property on the project area, nor
for their continuance in the condition existing at the time of
issuance of the Invitation for Bids or thereafter. No adjustment of
Contract Price or allowance for any change in conditions which may
occur after the Invitation of Bids has been issued will be made
except as provided for herein.
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G.C. #16 Arbitration and Litigation
During the maintenance work, the Contractor shall take every
precaution and do the necessary work to maintain the flow of
sanitary sewage through the pump station. The Contractor is solely
responsible for providing his flow control system and there shall be
no separate payment for the required work. The Contractor shall be
responsible for any flooding or sanitary backup caused by his work
and to the property owners affected by such flooding or backup.
The Contractor shall make such provisions as may be required by
the Local, State or Federal health officers or any other public
bodies with jurisdiction over the flow of sanitary seepage.
G.C. #18 Performance Standards
The Contractor agrees to carry out the provisions of this Agreement
with his professional skill and competence, in conformance with the
reasonable performance standards established in the Technical
Specifications, or as may established by the Town during the term
of this Agreement. All of the services required hereunder of the
Contractor shall be performed to the sole satisfaction and approval
of the Town as a condition of payment for the rending of such
services.
G.C. #19 Information, Reports and Documents
The Contractor shall submit to the Town on a bi-monthly basis, in a
format and at such dates as required by the Town, information
concerning the progress and activities of this project as related to
the Technical Specifications. In addition, comprehensive fiscal
information shall be submitted as required by the Town,
documenting all expenditures made as allowed by the budget. The
Contractor shall submit information required by the Town as to all
other funding sources which relates to the execution of this
Agreement.
The Contractor agrees that all of the information, reports and
documents assembled by the Contractor under this Agreement are
the property of the Town. The Contractor agrees that said
documents and information contained therein shall not be made
available to any individual or organization, other than authorized
governmental officials, without prior approval of the Town, except
as required by State of Federal law.
G.C. #20 Evaluation
The Contractor agrees to participate in the periodic evaluation of
the program. The Contractor agrees to cooperate fully with the
Town in the implementation of a reasonable evaluation system. The
Town agrees to share with the Contractor such data and reports as
may be derived therefrom. The Contractor shall have an
opportunity to review and comment on all drafts and final reports
regarding recommendations the Town makes concerning future
directions of the program, including termination, diminution,
expansion, modification, or change of sponsorship.
The Contractor agrees to comply with evaluation and information
requirements including but not limited to site visits, program or
fiscal audits, and periodic and annual reports. The Contractor shall
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comply with all recommendations and requirements of the Town
resulting from such evaluations and audits which are deemed by
the Town to be consistent with the provision of service under this
Agreement.
G.C. #21 Compliance with Law
In all matters pertaining to the execution of the Agreement, the
Contractor shall conform strictly to all Federal, State, and Municipal
laws, statutes, ordinances, and the applicable rules and
regulations, and any and all amendments thereto; and, to the
methods and procedure of all governmental boards, bureaus,
offices, commissions, and other agencies.
G.C. #22 Assignment or Novation
The Contractor shall not assign or transfer, whether by an
assignment or novation, any of his rights, duties, benefits,
obligations, liabilities or responsibilities under this Contract without
the written consent of the Town.
G.C. #23 Indemnification of Town
The Contractor agrees to indemnify and save harmless the Town,
its officers, agents, and employees against all suits, claims, or
liabilities of every name and nature arising out of or in consequence
of the wrongful acts of the Contractor in the performance of this
Agreement.
G.C. #24 Personnel
It is mutually agreed that this is a contract for services and not a
contract of employment. The Contractor shall secure all personnel
as may be required to perform the services described herein. Such
personnel shall not be employees of, nor have any contractual
relationship with, the Town. The Contractor shall not be entitled to
any Town of Southold employment benefits such as, but not limited
to, vacation, sick leave, insurance, worker's compensation, or
pension and retirement benefits. No person who is serving
sentence in a penal or correctional institute shall be employed on
work under this Agreement.
G.C. #25 Anti-Discrimination and Affirmative Action
The Contractor shall not discriminate against any employee or
applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, age, sex,
national origin, or handicap. The Contractor shall take affirmative
action to ensure that applicants for employment are employed, and
that employees are treated during employment, without regard to
their race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, or handicap.
Such action shall include, but not limited to, the following:
employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or
recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other
form of compensation; and selection for training, including
apprenticeship. The contractor shall state that all qualified
applicants shall receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, religion, age, sex, national origin, or handicap. The
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Contractor shall incorporate, or cause to be incorporated, this
provision in any and all subcontracts entered into pursuant to this
Agreement.
G.C. #26 Procurement Procedures and Requirements
The Contractor shall conduct all procurement in a manner so as to
provide maximum open and free competition, regardless of whether
negotiated or advertised and without regard to dollar value. For
purchases where the aggregate expenditure is expected to exceed
$2,500, the require method of procurement shall be formal
advertising with adequate purchase description, sealed bids, and
public openings. Procurement of personal or professional services
may be negotiated provided that a competitive process is used
which considered all vendors and contractors reasonable available
to provide such services. The Contractor's records and files must
give full support to all procurement and provide justification for the
method of procurement, the rationale for vendor selection, and the
basis for the cost or price negotiated. All such records and files
shall be made available to governmental officials for inspection
upon request. The Contractor shall make positive efforts to utilize
small businesses and minority-owned business sources of supplies
and services. Such efforts should allow these sources the
maximum opportunity to compete for contracts.
G.C. #27 Non-Expendable Property
It is agreed that all non-expendable property acquired through
expenditure of funds authorized by this Agreement will revert to the
Town, unless otherwise provided for, either at the expiration or
earliest termination of this Agreement, or when in the opinion of the
Town Administrator, there is no longer a need for the property to
accomplish the purpose for which it was intended, whichever first
occurs. As used herein, the term "non-expendable property" shall
mean any and all personalty or fixtures which will not be consumed
or lose its identify, and which is expected to have a useful life of
one (1) year or more.
All non-expendable property acquired under this Agreement shall
be listed on the Town inventory forms, a copy of which shall be
forwarded to the Town at the termination of this Agreement, or at
any other time required by the Town. Such property shall be tagged
and numbered in a manner acceptable to the Town to easily
identify it from any other property. Copies of invoices for the
purchase of all non-expendable property shall be retained to
provide documentation of purchase prices and description of
property.
G.C. #28 Disclaimer of Agency of Third Party Beneficiary Rights
In no event shall anything in this Agreement be deemed to confer
upon any third parties beneficiary rights against the Town.
G.C. #29 Conflict of Interest
The Town and the Contractor hereby covenant and agree that no
member of the governing body of the Town, or its designees or
agents, and no other public official, either paid or unpaid, who
exemises any functions or responsibilities with respect to this
program during the individual's tenure or for one (1) year thereafter,
shall have any personal or financial interest, direct or indirect, in
any contract or subcontract, or the proceeds thereof, for work to be
performed in connection with the program assisted under this
Agreement. The Contractor shall incorporate, or cause to be
incorporated, in all subcontracts, a provision prohibiting such
interest pursuant to the provisions of this paragraph.
G.C. #30 Amendments
This Agreement may be amended by written instrument executed
by the parties hereto, acting therein by their duly authorized
representative. Contractor's duly authorized representative shall be
the Executioner of the Agreement, and the Town's duly authorized
representative shall be its Town Administrator.
The Town or the Contractor may request changes in the Scope of
Services to be performed hereunder. Such changes, including any
increase or decrease in the amount of the compensation for the
Contractor, which are mutually agreed upon by and between the
Town and the Contractor, shall be incorporated in written
amendments to this Agreement.
G.C. #31 Severability
If any provisions of this Agreement is held invalid, the remainder of
the Agreement shall not be affected thereby if such reminder would
then continue to conform to the terms and requirements of this
applicable law.
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G.C. #32 Cumulative Remedies
All rights exemisable by and remedies of the Town hereunder shall
be cumulative and the exercise or beginning of the exercise by the
Town of any of its rights or remedies hereunder shall not preclude
the Town from exercising any other right or remedy granted
hereunder or permitted by law.
G.C. #33 Governing Law
This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of New York and the ordinances of the
Town of Southold.
G.C. #34 Gender and Number
Words of any gender used in this Agreement shall be held and
construed to include any other gender, and words in the singular
shall be held and construed to include the plural, unless the
Agreement requires otherwise.
G.C. #35 Notices
All notices, approvals, demands, requests, or other documents
required or permitted under this Agreement, other than routine
communications necessary for the day-to-day operation of this
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program, shall be deemed properly given if hand-delivered or sent
by United States registered mail, postage prepaid.
G.C.#36 Successors
This Agreement, to the extent permitted herein, shall insure to the
benefit of, and be binding upon, the parties hereto and any and all
successors.
G.C. #37 Entire A.qreement
This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the
parties hereto and supersedes any and all prior understandings,
negotiations, and Agreements, whether written or oral, between
them respecting the written subject matter.
G.C. #38 Non.Waiver
Any failure by the Town or the Contractor to insist upon the strict
performance by the other of any of the terms and provisions hereof
shall not be a waiver, and each party hereto, notwithstanding any
such failure, shall have the right thereafter to insist upon the strict
performance by the other, of any and all of the terms and provisions
of this Agreement and neither party hereto shall be relieved of such
obligation by reason of the failure of the other to comply with or
otherwise enforce any of the provisions of this Agreement.
G.C. #39 Compliance with the Immi.qration Reform and Control Act of
1986
The Contractor hereby agrees that he is aware of and has complied
with the hiring and documentation requirements of the Immigration
Reform and Control Act of 1986.
The Contractor agrees that is has asked for and examined
documentation in order to verify the legal employability of his
employees and has executed the appropriate forms attesting
thereto pursuant to the Act.
The Contractor further agrees to indemnify and hold the Town
harmless from any costs and/or penalties incurred, including buy
not limited to fines, attorney's fees and costs arising from a claim of
violation of said Act.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
General
The intent of these Specifications is to provide guidance for the repair and
maintenance of the pump station. The Contractor shall use general accepted
practices to address items not specifically addressed in these specifications. Any
questions should be addressed to the Engineer. The pump station operates as a
unit. We have outlined a number of tests for each component. The duel
functioning of these components is of paramount importance. For instance, when
the transfer switch is tested, the power is shut off, not only does the alarm and
switch need to work, but the generator needs to start, The Contractor will be
expected to provide the level of maintenance required to maintain the pump
station generator and alarm system in a completely functional condition.
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The initial repairs and maintenance will require an expenditure of money
for materials. The intent is to provide a budgeted amount of money for
maintenance each year. Upon acceptance of a Contractor for this project, a
meeting will be held to obtain the Contractor's input as to the amount of funds
required for materials. The yearly maintenance funding budget will be
established. In addition to the maintenance budget, the Contractor will be
requested to provide input on a budget to be set for long term parts replacement
and for other possible capital improvements.
The Contractor shall be responsible for responding to the alarm at the
pump station. All costs including labor and equipment used in responding to the
alarm shall be included in the lump sum yearly maintenance cost submitted by
the Contractor.
Generator
The Contractor shall be responsible for supplying all labor, equipment, and
tools and per[orm all functions necessary to maintain the generator in peak
operating condition. This work is to include the changing of all fluids as required,
and maintaining the generator in an operating condition. A log is to be maintained
at the site with complete records on all maintenance operations.
The normal maintenance shall include the replacement of the oil and filters
every fifty (50) hours of operation, or once per year, whichever is greater. The
first oil change shall be on the first site visit of this year. The oil should be
checked every two (2) weeks and oil added as required. The generator is to be
run for a minimum of twenty (20) minutes every two (2) weeks.
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The an[i-freeze in the generator shall be changed every three (3) years or
more frequently if required. The antifreeze shall be mixed to withstand -40
degree temperatures. The antifreeze is to be changed during the first site visit of
this year. The antifreeze is to be checked every two (2) weeks and additional
antifreeze added as required.
The generator is to be greased twice a year.
The generator battery shall be replaced when necessary to assure
operation.
The Contractor shall be responsible for notifying the Sewer District when
fuel oil is needed for the generator, and upon receiving approval from the District,
shall coordinate the delivery of the fuel oil.
Note: Any significant spillage of fuel oil during delivery or due to leaks in
the generator equipment shall be reported to the Sewer District, Engineer and
required State officials immediately. Any minor spillage of fuel oil or other oil,
antifreeze, etc. shall be cleaned up promptly and disposed of in accordance with
sound environmental practice.
Payment to the Contractor shall be in accordance with the lump sum bid
price, and the payment to Contractors as outlines in the General Conditions, and
shall include all labor, equipment, and tools required to perform the above
operations. Payment for materials shall be made in accordance with the general
provisions.
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Electric Panels
The panel boxes and all electrical components will need to be inspected
for corrosion yearly. All loose paint will be removed, and any rust shall be
removed by wire brushing, and the cabinets shall be primed and painted.
As part of the regular maintenance program, the transfer switch should be
tested bi-monthly in the test position. The power should be shut down monthly to
test the transfer switch under power outage condition.
Valve Pit
Within the valve pit, the following operations shall be conducted by the
Contractor. The valves within the pit have a substantial amount of rust that will
need to be removed, and the valves painted to help preserve them. The valves
are to be cleaned and painted yearly. The chain hoist/tripod that is stored in the
drywell is to be maintained in an operable condition, cleaned and painted yearly,
and oiled as required. The gauges within the valve pit will need to be replaced as
part of the initial repairs.
The check valves are to be cleaned monthly during the off season, and bi-
monthly during the peak summer months, to insure adequate operation. The
gate/plug valves are to be exercised bi-monthly. The weights on the check valves
are to be adjusted as required.
Wetwell
The wetwell shall be inspected visually on a weekly basis. Debris and
sewage build up shall be removed and disposed in a sanitary manner. Excessive
or unusually strong flows into the wetwell shall be reported to the engineer.
The force main is to be flushed annually to clear the line of any build up of
solids. Flushing is to be accomplished by running both pumps simultaneously for
a minimum of three (3) minutes.
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