HomeMy WebLinkAboutRES 22-051RESOLUTION NO_ 22-051
E E IT RESOLA/EE:) BY THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BEAUMONT:
THAT the City Manager be and he is hereby authorized to execute an
Advanced Funding Agreement (AFA) with the Texas E)epartment of Transportation
(TXU(DT) relating to the utility relocations that are expected to take place during the
TxU(DT IH 10 Cardinal E)rive Interchange Project. The agreement is substantially in the
form attached hereto as Exhibit "A" and made a part hereof for all purposes.
The meeting at which this resolution was approved was in all things conducted in
strict compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act, Texas Government Code, Chapter
551 _
PASSES BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City cf Beaumont this the 15th day of
February, 2022.
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STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF TRAVIS §
ADVANCE FUNDING AGREEMENT FOR VOLUNTARY UTILITY RELOCATION
CONTRIBUTIONS ON STATE HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
THIS AGREEMENT is made by and between the State of Texas, acting through the Texas
Department of Transportation ("State") and the City of Beaumont ("Utility"),
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, Transportation Code, Chapters 201, 221, and 361, authorize the State to lay out,
construct, maintain, and operate a system of streets, roads and highways that comprise the State
Highway System; and,
WHEREAS, Transportation Code, Chapter 203, Subchapter E, Transportation Code §203.092
authorizes the State to regulate the placement of public utility facilities along a state highway; and,
WHEREAS, Texas Transportation Commission Minute Order Number 116073 authorizes the State
to undertake and complete a highway improvement generally described as: IH 10 — Cardinal Drive
Interchange ("Project"); and,
WHEREAS, Utility possesses facilities that are affected by the above mentioned highway
improvement and Utility, and the State agrees that it is more economical or efficient for such
relocation to be effected by including said contract in the State's highway construction contract;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and of the mutual covenants and
agreements of the parties hereto, to be by them kept and performed as hereafter set forth, the
State and Utility do agree as follows:
AGREEMENT
1. Time Period Covered
This agreement becomes effective when signed by the last party whose signing makes the
agreement fully executed, and the State and Utility will consider it to be in full force and effect
until the Project described in this agreement has been completed and accepted by all parties or
unless terminated, as provided.
2. Project Funding and Work Responsibilities
A. The State will authorize the performance of only those Project items of work which are
eligible for relocation reimbursements or for which Utility has requested and has agreed to
pay for as described in Attachment A - Payment Provision and Work Responsibilities, which
is attached to and made a part of this contract. In addition to identifying those items of work
to be paid for by payments to the State, Attachment A - Payment Provision and Work
Responsibilities, also specifies those Project items of work that are the responsibility of
Utility and will be carried out and completed by Utility, at no cost to the State. The Utility
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EXHIBIT "A"
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shall be responsible for costs that are shown on Attachment B, Estimated Utility Costs,
which is attached to and made a part of this agreement.
B. If the Utility will perform any work under this contract for which reimbursement will be
provided by or through the State, the Utility must complete training before a letter of
authority is issued. Training is complete when at least one individual who is working
actively and directly on the Project successfully completes and receives a certificate for the
course entitled Local Government Project Procedures and Qualification for the Texas
Department of Transportation. The Utility shall provide the certificate of qualification to the
State. The individual who receives the training certificate may be an employee of the Utility
or an employee of a firm that has been contracted by the Utility to perform oversight of the
Project. The State in its discretion may deny reimbursement if the Utility has not designated
a qualified individual to oversee the Project.
C. Payment under this contract beyond the end of the current fiscal biennium is subject to
availability of appropriated funds. If funds are not appropriated, this contract shall be
terminated immediately with no liability to either party.
3. Termination
A. This agreement may be terminated in the following manner:
1. By mutual written agreement and consent of both parties;
2. By either party upon the failure of the other party to fulfill the obligations set forth in this
agreement; or
3. By the State if it determines that the performance of the Project or utility work is not in
the best interest of the State.
B. If the agreement is terminated in accordance with the above provisions, Utility will be
responsible for the payment of Project costs incurred by the State on behalf of Utility up to
the time of termination.
4. Right of Access
If Utility is the owner of any part of the Project site, Utility shall permit the State or its authorized
representative access to the site to perform any activities required to execute the work.
5. Adjustments Outside the Project Site
Utility will provide for all necessary right of way and utility adjustments needed for performance
of the work on sites not owned or to be acquired by the State.
6. Responsibilities of the Parties and Indemnity
Utility acknowledges that it is not an agent, servant, employee of the State, nor is it engaged in
a joint enterprise, and it is responsible for its own acts and deeds and for those of its agents or
employees during the performance of the work on the Project. To the extent permitted by law,
Utility agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the State, its agents and employees, from all
suits, actions, or claims and from all liability and damages for any and all injuries or damages
sustained by any person or property in consequence with the performance of design,
construction, maintenance, or operation of the Utility facility. Such indemnity includes but is not
limited to any claims or amounts arising or recovered under the "Worker's Compensation Law",
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District # BMT-20 Utility ID 000007773
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Project: I 10 — Cardinal Drive
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the Texas Tort Claims Act, Chapter 101, Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code; or any other
applicable laws or regulations, all as time to time may be amended.
7. Sole Agreement
In the event the terms of the agreement are in conflict with the provisions of any other existing
agreements between Utility and the State, the latest agreement shall take precedence over the
other agreements in matters related to the Project.
8. Successors and Assigns
The State and Utility each binds itself, its successors, executors, assigns, and administrators to
the other party to this agreement and to the successors, executors, assigns, and administrators
of such other party in respect to all covenants of this agreement.
9. Amendments
By mutual written consent of the parties, the scope of work and payment provisions of this
agreement may be amended prior to its expiration.
10. Inspection and Conduct of Work
Unless otherwise specifically stated in Attachment A - Payment Provision and Work
Responsibilities, to this contract, the State will supervise and inspect all work performed
hereunder and provide such engineering inspection and testing services as may be required to
ensure that the Project is accomplished in accordance with the approved plans and
specifications. All correspondence and instructions to the contractor performing the work will
be the sole responsibility of the State. Unless otherwise specifically stated in Attachment A to
this contract, all work will be performed in accordance with the Utility Accommodation Rules as
set forth in 43 Texas Administrative Code §21.31 et. seq. adopted by the State and
incorporated in this agreement by reference, or special specifications approved by the State.
11. Maintenance
Upon completion of the Project, Utility will assume responsibility for the maintenance of the
completed Utility facility unless otherwise specified in Attachment A to this agreement.
12. Notices
All notices to either party by the other required under this agreement shall be delivered
personally or sent by certified or U.S. mail, postage prepaid, addressed to such party at the
following addresses:
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Utility:
City of Beaumont
ATTN: City Manager / Kyle Hayes
801 Main Street Suite #300
Beaumont, TX 77701
CSJ # 0739-02-140
District # BMT-20 Utility ID 000007773
Code Chart 64 # 03200
Project: IH 10 —Cardinal Drive
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State:
Director of Contract Services
Texas Department of Transportation
125 E. 11 th Street
Austin, Texas 78701
All notices shall be deemed given on the date so delivered or so deposited in the mail, unless
otherwise provided in this agreement. Either party may change the above address by sending
written notice of the change to the other party. Either party may request in writing that such
notices shall be delivered personally or by certified U.S. mail and such request shall be
honored and carried out by the other party.
13. State Auditor
The state auditor may conduct an audit or investigation of any entity receiving funds from the
State directly under this contract or indirectly through a subcontract under this contract.
Acceptance of funds directly under this contract or indirectly through a subcontract under this
contract acts as acceptance of the authority of the state auditor, under the direction of the
legislative audit committee, to conduct an audit or investigation in connection with those funds.
An entity that is the subject of an audit or investigation must provide the state auditor with
access to any information the state auditor considers relevant to the investigation or audit.
14. Signatory Warranty
Each signatory warrants that the signatory has necessary authority to execute this agreement
on behalf of the entity represented.
15. Access to Information
The Utility is required to make any information created or exchanged with the state pursuant to
this contract, and not otherwise excepted from disclosure under the Texas Public Information
Act, available in a format that is accessible by the public at no additional charge to the state.
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Each party is signing this agreement on the date stated under that party's signature.
THE UTILITY
Signature
Kyle Hayes
Typed or Printed Name
City Manager
Title
Date
THE STATE OF TEXAS
Signature
Martin N. Gonzalez, P.E.
Typed or Printed Name
District Engineer
Title
Date
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CSJ # 0739-02-140
District # BMT-20 Utility ID 000007773
Code Chart 64 # 03200
Project: IH 10 — Cardinal Drive
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ATTACHMENT A
PAYMENT PROVISION AND WORK RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Description of the Work Items
The parties agree that the existing water and sanitary sewer systems shall be relocated and
adjustments shall be made along IH 10 and US 69. The facilities shall be owned, operated,
and maintained by Utility from and after completion and final acceptance by the State and
Utility. The estimated total construction cost for the relocated and adjusted facilities is
$4,598,030.96. The parties agree that it is their intent to complete the relocation improvements
within this estimate of cost.
2. Actual Cost Agreement
Utility will be responsible for paying all costs associated with the planning, specification, and
estimate (PS&E) development, and construction of the proposed utility work to the extent such
is not reimbursed pursuant to state law. All the costs associated with construction of the water
and sanitary sewer systems items for the Project shall be provided as defined under the
Standard Utility Agreement, Utility Joint Use Agreement, and/or the Agreement to Contribute
Funds executed between the State and Utility.
3. Schedule of Payments
A. At least forty-five (45) days prior to the date set for receipt of the construction bids, the Utility
shall remit its remaining financial share for the State's estimated construction oversight and
construction costs. Utility must advance to the State one hundred percent (100%) of its
share of the estimated Project utility construction costs. The amount to be advanced for the
utility improvements is estimated to be $24,840.00. (See Attachment B — Estimated Utility
Costs)
B. In the event the State determines that additional funding is required by the Utility at any time
during the Project, the State will notify the Utility in writing. The Utility is responsible for one
hundred percent (100%) of the authorized project cost and any overruns. The Utility will
make payment to the State within thirty (30) days from receipt of the State's written
notification.
C. Whenever funds are paid by the Utility to the State under this agreement, the Utility will
remit a warrant made payable to the "Texas Department of Transportation." The warrant
will be deposited by the State and managed by the State. Until the final Project accounting,
funds may only be applied by the State to the Project.
D. Upon completion of the Project, the State will perform an audit of the Project costs. Any
funds due by the Utility, the State, or the Federal Government will be promptly paid by the
owing party.
4. Work Responsibilities
A. The Utility shall provide the following services under this contract:
i. Responsible for engaging the services of a Texas Registered Professional Engineer to
prepare drawings and technical specifications for waterline relocations and
adjustments along IH 10 and US 69.
ii. Provide the plans and specifications to the State to include in the current planning
specifications and estimate package being prepared by representatives of the Texas
Department of Transportation Beaumont District's Transportation Planning and
Development Office.
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District # BMT-20 Utility ID 000007773
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Project: IH 10 — Cardinal Drive
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iii. Secure all necessary permitting as may be required for the installation of the water and
sanitary sewer systems line.
iv. Arrange and coordinate with the contractor, through the State, materials and
equipment testing, rejection of all work not conforming to minimum requirements of the
construction contract documents, maintenance of the proposed water and sanitary
sewer systems during construction, and the relocation of the water and sanitary sewer
systems and connection of services to customers.
v. Advise the State of work that Utility determines should be corrected or rejected.
vi. Arrange, observe, and inspect all acceptance testing and notify the State of the results
of these activities.
vii. Provide inspection services for the construction, notify the State of defects and
deficiencies in the work, and observe actions of the contractor to correct such defects
and deficiencies.
viii. Assume all responsibility for the maintenance of the existing water and sanitary sewer
systems during and upon completion of the construction contract.
ix. Ensure all Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and all other regulatory rules,
regulations and laws are strictly adhered to.
X. Prepare and submit both a certificate of substantial completion and a list of observed
items requiring completion or correction for the relocations and adjustments to the
Project Engineer for concurrence.
xi. Coordinate all construction activities performed by Utility's staff for the relocations and
adjustments through the Project Engineer.
B. The State shall provide the following services under this contract:
i. Combine the water and sanitary sewer systems relocation and adjustment plans with
the plans being prepared for the Project.
ii. Review and approve the final construction plans prior to any construction -related
activities. In order to ensure federal and/or state funding eligibility, projects must be
authorized by the State prior to advertising for construction.
iii. Advertise for construction bids, issue bid proposals, receive and tabulate the bids, and
award and administer the contract for construction of the Project.
iv. Negotiate and administer all field changes and change orders required for the Project.
All change orders increasing construction costs for Utility's Project shall be submitted
to Utility for review and approval together with an evaluation. Utility agrees to review
and either approve or disapprove all change orders within five (5) business days after
receipt of such order unless Utility Board's approval is necessary in which case Utility
shall bring the item to Utility Board as soon as reasonably possible.
V. Provide overall project management to supervise the day-to-day activities of the
construction and monitor the activities of the contractor to promote the timely and
efficient completion of the Project in accordance with the approved Plans and
Specifications and construction schedule.
vi. Conduct field observations and coordinate with Utility's inspectors and the contractor to
cure defects and deficiencies in the construction prior to final acceptance.
vii. Make timely payment to the contractor for work performed in connection with the
Project.
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District # BMT-20 Utility ID 000007773
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Project: IH 10 — Cardinal Drive
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viii. Ensure access and permit Utility's inspectors and other authorized representatives to
inspect the waterline construction at all times.
ix. Conduct and coordinate final inspection of the Project in the presence of Utility's
Engineer and Inspector, transmit final list of items to be completed or repaired and
observe contractor correction of same.
X. Maintain job file.
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ATTACHMENT B
ESTIMATED UTILITY COSTS
Based on various calculations, following are those amounts due and payable for Utility's costs
associated with this project.
Total Estimated Costs
$4,598,030.96
Less Betterment Amount Due from Utility
$24,840.00
Amount of total utility relocation Costs
$4,573,190.96
Estimated Amount Eligible for Reimbursement
(Calculated eligibility Ratio — 100%)
$4,573,190.96
Amount of Utility Adjustment Due from Utility
$24,840.00
Estimated amount to be included in Construction Agreement
A. Betterment $24,840.00
B. Utility Adjustment
0.00
GRAND TOTAL $24,840.00
Betterment Ratio Calculation
Estimated Betterment Costs
1. 6" water line replaced with 12" water line
2. 12" x 6" and 6" x 6" tapping sleaves replace with 12" x 12" and 12" x 6" tapping sleaves
Betterment Calculation:
Total Costs of Betterment (Estimated) - $
Total Costs of Project (Estimated) - $
Betterment Percentage for final cost determination: 0.49% of final cost of relocation
Determination of Betterment - Comparison of estimated cost to replace "as is"
versus estimated costs associated with the betterment.
Item A:
Item B:
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Code Chart 64 # 03200
Project: I 10 — Cardinal Drive
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STATE OF TEXAS §
COUNTY OF TRAVIS §
ADVANCE FUNDING AGREEMENT FOR VOLUNTARY UTILITY RELOCATION
CONTRIBUTIONS ON STATE HIGHWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
THIS AGREEMENT is made by and between the State of Texas, acting through the Texas
Department of Transportation ("State") and the City of Beaumont ("Utility"),
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, Transportation Code, Chapters 201, 221, and 361, authorize the State to lay out,
construct, maintain, and operate a system of streets, roads and highways that comprise the State
Highway System; and,
WHEREAS, Transportation Code, Chapter 203, Subchapter E, Transportation Code §203.092
authorizes the State to regulate the placement of public utility facilities along a state highway; and,
WHEREAS, Texas Transportation Commission Minute Order Number 116073 authorizes the State
to undertake and complete a highway improvement generally described as: IH 10 — Cardinal Drive
Interchange ("Project"); and,
WHEREAS, Utility possesses facilities that are affected by the above mentioned highway
improvement and Utility, and the State agrees that it is more economical or efficient for such
relocation to be effected by including said contract in the State's highway construction contract;
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the premises and of the mutual covenants and
agreements of the parties hereto, to be by them kept and performed as hereafter set forth, the
State and Utility do agree as follows:
AGREEMENT
1. Time Period Covered
This agreement becomes effective when signed by the last party whose signing makes the
agreement fully executed, and the State and Utility will consider it to be in full force and effect
until the Project described in this agreement has been completed and accepted by all parties or
unless terminated, as provided.
2. Project Funding and Work Responsibilities
A. The State will authorize the performance of only those Project items of work which are
eligible for relocation reimbursements or for which Utility has requested and has agreed to
pay for as described in Attachment A - Payment Provision and Work Responsibilities, which
is attached to and made a part of this contract. In addition to identifying those items of work
to be paid for by payments to the State, Attachment A - Payment Provision and Work
Responsibilities, also specifies those Project items of work that are the responsibility of
Utility and will be carried out and completed by Utility, at no cost to the State. The Utility
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District # BMT-20 Utility ID 000007773
Code Chart 64 # 03200
Project: I 10 — Cardinal Drive
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shall be responsible for costs that are shown on Attachment B, Estimated Utility Costs,
which is attached to and made a part of this agreement.
B. If the Utility will perform any work under this contract for which reimbursement will be
provided by or through the State, the Utility must complete training before a letter of
authority is issued. Training is complete when at least one individual who is working
actively and directly on the Project successfully completes and receives a certificate for the
course entitled Local Government Project Procedures and Qualification for the Texas
Department of Transportation. The Utility shall provide the certificate of qualification to the
State. The individual who receives the training certificate may be an employee of the Utility
or an employee of a firm that has been contracted by the Utility to perform oversight of the
Project. The State in its discretion may deny reimbursement if the Utility has not designated
a qualified individual to oversee the Project.
C. Payment under this contract beyond the end of the current fiscal biennium is subject to
availability of appropriated funds. If funds are not appropriated, this contract shall be
terminated immediately with no liability to either party.
3. Termination
A. This agreement may be terminated in the following manner:
1. By mutual written agreement and consent of both parties;
2. By either party upon the failure of the other party to fulfill the obligations set forth in this
agreement; or
3. By the State if it determines that the performance of the Project or utility work is not in
the best interest of the State.
B. If the agreement is terminated in accordance with the above provisions, Utility will be
responsible for the payment of Project costs incurred by the State on behalf of Utility up to
the time of termination.
4. Right of Access
If Utility is the owner of any part of the Project site, Utility shall permit the State or its authorized
representative access to the site to perform any activities required to execute the work.
5. Adjustments Outside the Project Site
Utility will provide for all necessary right of way and utility adjustments needed for performance
of the work on sites not owned or to be acquired by the State.
6. Responsibilities of the Parties and Indemnity
Utility acknowledges that it is not an agent, servant, employee of the State, nor is it engaged in
a joint enterprise, and it is responsible for its own acts and deeds and for those of its agents or
employees during the performance of the work on the Project. To the extent permitted by law,
Utility agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the State, its agents and employees, from all
suits, actions, or claims and from all liability and damages for any and all injuries or damages
sustained by any person or property in consequence with the performance of design,
construction, maintenance, or operation of the Utility facility. Such indemnity includes but is not
limited to any claims or amounts arising or recovered under the "Worker's Compensation Law",
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CSJ # 0739-02-140
District # BMT-20 Utility ID 000007773
Code Chart 64 # 03200
Project: I 10 — Cardinal Drive
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the Texas Tort Claims Act, Chapter 101, Texas Civil Practice and Remedies Code; or any other
applicable laws or regulations, all as time to time may be amended.
7. Sole Agreement
In the event the terms of the agreement are in conflict with the provisions of any other existing
agreements between Utility and the State, the latest agreement shall take precedence over the
other agreements in matters related to the Project.
8. Successors and Assigns
The State and Utility each binds itself, its successors, executors, assigns, and administrators to
the other party to this agreement and to the successors, executors, assigns, and administrators
of such other party in respect to all covenants of this agreement.
9. Amendments
By mutual written consent of the parties, the scope of work and payment provisions of this
agreement may be amended prior to its expiration.
10. Inspection and Conduct of Work
Unless otherwise specifically stated in Attachment A - Payment Provision and Work
Responsibilities, to this contract, the State will supervise and inspect all work performed
hereunder and provide such engineering inspection and testing services as may be required to
ensure that the Project is accomplished in accordance with the approved plans and
specifications. All correspondence and instructions to the contractor performing the work will
be the sole responsibility of the State. Unless otherwise specifically stated in Attachment A to
this contract, all work will be performed in accordance with the Utility Accommodation Rules as
set forth in 43 Texas Administrative Code §21.31 et. seq. adopted by the State and
incorporated in this agreement by reference, or special specifications approved by the State.
11. Maintenance
Upon completion of the Project, Utility will assume responsibility for the maintenance of the
completed Utility facility unless otherwise specified in Attachment A to this agreement.
12. Notices
All notices to either party by the other required under this agreement shall be delivered
personally or sent by certified or U.S. mail, postage prepaid, addressed to such party at the
following addresses:
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Utility:
City of Beaumont
ATTN: City Manager / Kyle Hayes
801 Main Street Suite #300
Beaumont, TX 77701
CSJ # 0739-02-140
District # BMT-20 Utility ID 000007773
Code Chart 64 # 03200
Project: I 10 — Cardinal Drive
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State:
Director of Contract Services
Texas Department of Transportation
125 E. 11t" Street
Austin, Texas 78701
All notices shall be deemed given on the date so delivered or so deposited in the mail, unless
otherwise provided in this agreement. Either party may change the above address by sending
written notice of the change to the other party. Either party may request in writing that such
notices shall be delivered personally or by certified U.S. mail and such request shall be
honored and carried out by the other party.
13. State Auditor
The state auditor may conduct an audit or investigation of any entity receiving funds from the
State directly under this contract or indirectly through a subcontract under this contract.
Acceptance of funds directly under this contract or indirectly through a subcontract under this
contract acts as acceptance of the authority of the state auditor, under the direction of the
legislative audit committee, to conduct an audit or investigation in connection with those funds.
An entity that is the subject of an audit or investigation must provide the state auditor with
access to any information the state auditor considers relevant to the investigation or audit.
14. Signatory Warranty
Each signatory warrants that the signatory has necessary authority to execute this agreement
on behalf of the entity represented.
15. Access to Information
The Utility is required to make any information created or exchanged with the state pursuant to
this contract, and not otherwise excepted from disclosure under the Texas Public Information
Act, available in a format that is accessible by the public at no additional charge to the state.
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District# BMT-20 Utility ID 000007773
Code Chart 64 # 03200
Project: IH 10 —Cardinal Drive
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Each party is signing this agreement on the date stated under that party's signature.
THE UTILITY
Signature
Kyle Hayes
Typed or Printed Name
City Manager
Title
Date
THE STATE OF TEXAS
DocuSigned by:
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Signature ',-111119506D4FO
Martin N. Gonzalez, P.E.
Typed or Printed Name
District Engineer
Title
211712022
Date
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ATTACHMENT A
PAYMENT PROVISION AND WORK RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Description of the Work Items
The parties agree that the existing water and sanitary sewer systems shall be relocated and
adjustments shall be made along IH 10 and US 69. The facilities shall be owned, operated,
and maintained by Utility from and after completion and final acceptance by the State and
Utility. The estimated total construction cost for the relocated and adjusted facilities is
$4,598,030.96. The parties agree that it is their intent to complete the relocation improvements
within this estimate of cost.
2. Actual Cost Agreement
Utility will be responsible for paying all costs associated with the planning, specification, and
estimate (PS&E) development, and construction of the proposed utility work to the extent such
is not reimbursed pursuant to state law. All the costs associated with construction of the water
and sanitary sewer systems items for the Project shall be provided as defined under the
Standard Utility Agreement, Utility Joint Use Agreement, and/or the Agreement to Contribute
Funds executed between the State and Utility.
3. Schedule of Payments
A. At least forty-five (45) days prior to the date set for receipt of the construction bids, the Utility
shall remit its remaining financial share for the State's estimated construction oversight and
construction costs. Utility must advance to the State one hundred percent (100%) of its
share of the estimated Project utility construction costs. The amount to be advanced for the
utility improvements is estimated to be $24,840.00. (See Attachment B — Estimated Utility
Costs)
B. In the event the State determines that additional funding is required by the Utility at any time
during the Project, the State will notify the Utility in writing. The Utility is responsible for one
hundred percent (100%) of the authorized project cost and any overruns. The Utility will
make payment to the State within thirty (30) days from receipt of the State's written
notification.
C. Whenever funds are paid by the Utility to the State under this agreement, the Utility will
remit a warrant made payable to the "Texas Department of Transportation." The warrant
will be deposited by the State and managed by the State. Until the final Project accounting,
funds may only be applied by the State to the Project.
D. Upon completion of the Project, the State will perform an audit of the Project costs. Any
funds due by the Utility, the State, or the Federal Government will be promptly paid by the
owing party.
4. Work Responsibilities
A. The Utility shall provide the following services under this contract:
i. Responsible for engaging the services of a Texas Registered Professional Engineer to
prepare drawings and technical specifications for waterline relocations and
adjustments along IH 10 and US 69.
ii. Provide the plans and specifications to the State to include in the current planning
specifications and estimate package being prepared by representatives of the Texas
Department of Transportation Beaumont District's Transportation Planning and
Development Office.
AFA Utility Page 1 of 3 Attachment A
DocuSign Envelope ID: 6099BAF5-BEE6-4EAE-843E-1 CF76E9B66D5
CSJ # 0739-02-140
District # BMT-20 Utility ID 000007773
Code Chart 64 # 03200
Project: I 10 — Cardinal Drive
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iii. Secure all necessary permitting as may be required for the installation of the water and
sanitary sewer systems line.
iv. Arrange and coordinate with the contractor, through the State, materials and
equipment testing, rejection of all work not conforming to minimum requirements of the
construction contract documents, maintenance of the proposed water and sanitary
sewer systems during construction, and the relocation of the water and sanitary sewer
systems and connection of services to customers.
V. Advise the State of work that Utility determines should be corrected or rejected.
vi. Arrange, observe, and inspect all acceptance testing and notify the State of the results
of these activities.
vii. Provide inspection services for the construction, notify the State of defects and
deficiencies in the work, and observe actions of the contractor to correct such defects
and deficiencies.
viii. Assume all responsibility for the maintenance of the existing water and sanitary sewer
systems during and upon completion of the construction contract.
ix. Ensure all Texas Commission on Environmental Quality and all other regulatory rules,
regulations and laws are strictly adhered to.
X. Prepare and submit both a certificate of substantial completion and a list of observed
items requiring completion or correction for the relocations and adjustments to the
Project Engineer for concurrence.
xi. Coordinate all construction activities performed by Utility's staff for the relocations and
adjustments through the Project Engineer.
B. The State shall provide the following services under this contract:
i. Combine the water and sanitary sewer systems relocation and adjustment plans with
the plans being prepared for the Project.
ii. Review and approve the final construction plans prior to any construction -related
activities. In order to ensure federal and/or state funding eligibility, projects must be
authorized by the State prior to advertising for construction.
iii. Advertise for construction bids, issue bid proposals, receive and tabulate the bids, and
award and administer the contract for construction of the Project.
iv. Negotiate and administer all field changes and change orders required for the Project.
All change orders increasing construction costs for Utility's Project shall be submitted
to Utility for review and approval together with an evaluation. Utility agrees to review
and either approve or disapprove all change orders within five (5) business days after
receipt of such order unless Utility Board's approval is necessary in which case Utility
shall bring the item to Utility Board as soon as reasonably possible.
V. Provide overall project management to supervise the day-to-day activities of the
construction and monitor the activities of the contractor to promote the timely and
efficient completion of the Project in accordance with the approved Plans and
Specifications and construction schedule.
vi. Conduct field observations and coordinate with Utility's inspectors and the contractor to
cure defects and deficiencies in the construction prior to final acceptance.
vii. Make timely payment to the contractor for work performed in connection with the
Project.
AFA Utility Page 2 of 3 Attachment A
DocuSign Envelope ID: 6099BAF5-BEE6-4EAE-843E-1 CF76E9B66D5
CSJ # 0739-02-140
District # BMT-20 Utility ID 000007773
Code Chart 64 # 03200
Project: I 10 — Cardinal Drive
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viii. Ensure access and permit Utility's inspectors and other authorized representatives to
inspect the waterline construction at all times.
ix. Conduct and coordinate final inspection of the Project in the presence of Utility's
Engineer and Inspector, transmit final list of items to be completed or repaired and
observe contractor correction of same.
X. Maintain job file.
AFA Utility Page 3 of 3 Attachment A
DocuSign Envelope ID: 6099BAF5-BEE6-4EAE-843E-1 CF76E9B66D5
CSJ # 0739-02-140
District # BMT-20 Utility ID 000007773
Code Chart 64 # 03200
Project: I 10 — Cardinal Drive
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ATTACHMENT B
ESTIMATED UTILITY COSTS
Based on various calculations, following are those amounts due and payable for Utility's costs
associated with this project.
Total Estimated Costs
$4,598,030.96
Less Betterment Amount Due from Utility
$24,840.00
Amount of total utility relocation Costs
$4,573,190.96
Estimated Amount Eligible for Reimbursement
(Calculated eligibility Ratio — 100%)
$4,573,190.96
Amount of Utility Adjustment Due from Utility
$24,840.00
Estimated amount to be included in Construction Agreement
A. Betterment $24,840.00
B. Utility Adjustment
$0.00
GRAND TOTAL $24,840.00
Betterment Ratio Calculation
Estimated Betterment Costs
1. 6" water line replaced with 12" water line
2. 12" x 6" and 6" x 6" tapping sleaves replace with 12" x 12" and 12" x 6" tapping sleaves
Betterment Calculation:
Total Costs of Betterment (Estimated) - $
Total Costs of Project (Estimated) - $
Betterment Percentage for final cost determination: 0.49% of final cost of relocation
Determination of Betterment - Comparison of estimated cost to replace "as is"
versus estimated costs associated with the betterment.
Item A:
Item B:
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