HomeMy WebLinkAbout24-68 Resolution No. 24-68
RESOLUTION
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT WITH BERNA
ARCHITECTS & DESIGN, LLC FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES IN
CONNECTION WITH ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN SERVICES AT THE
EDWARD SCHOCK CENTRE OF ELGIN
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN, ILLINOIS,
that pursuant to Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.020B(9)the City Council hereby finds that an
exception to the requirements of the procurement ordinance is necessary and in the best interest of
the city; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ELGIN,
ILLINOIS, that Richard G. Kozal, City Manager, and Kimberly A. Dewis, City Clerk, be and are
hereby authorized and directed to execute an Agreement on behalf of the City of Elgin with Berna
Architects & Design, LLC, for professional services in connection with the architectural and
design services at the Edward Schock Centre of Elgin,a copy of which is attached hereto and made
a part hereof by reference.
s/David J. Kaptain
David J. Kaptain, Mayor
Presented: March 6, 2024
Adopted: March 6, 2024
Omnibus Vote: Yeas: 9 Nays: 0
Attest:
s/Kimberly Dewis
Kimberly Dewis, City Clerk
AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made and entered into this 6th day of
March , 2024, by and between the CITY OF ELGIN. an Illinois municipal corporation
(hereinafter referred to as"CITY")and Berna Architects& Design,a Delaware LLC,(hereinafter
referred to as"CONSULTANT').
WHEREAS, the CITY desires to engage the CONSULTANT to furnish certain
professional services in connection with architectural and design services regarding the former
Sherman Hospital tenant space at the City's Edward Schock Centre(hereinafter referred to as the
"PROJECT'): and
WHEREAS, the CONSULTANT represents that it is in compliance with Illinois Statutes
relating to professional registration of individuals and has the necessary expertise and experience
to furnish such services upon the terms and conditions set forth herein below.
NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby agreed by and between the CITY and the
CONSULTANT that the CITY does hereby retain the CONSULTANT for and in consideration of
the mutual promises and covenants contained herein, the sufficiency of which is hereby
acknowledged to perform the services relating to the PROJECT as described herein,subject to the
following terms and conditions and stipulations,to-wit:
1. SCOPE OF SERVICES
A. All work hereunder shall be performed under the direction of the Building
Maintenance Superintendent of the CITY, herein after referred to as the
"DIRECTOR".
B. CONSULTANT shall provide the CITY the architectural and design services for
the PROJECT including schematic design. design development, construction
documents,bidding phase and construction administration as outlined in the scope
of services in Attachment A, which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by
this reference.
C. The CITY reserves the right to reduce the Scope of Services. In the event the CITY
reduces the Scope of Services, the total not-to-exceed amount for the PROJECT
and the not-to-exceed amounts for the various individual projects shall be reduced
accordingly.
2. PROGRESS REPORTS
A. A detailed project schedule for the PROJECT is included as Attachment B,attached
hereto. Progress will be recorded on the project schedule and submitted monthly
as a component of the Status Report described in C below.
B. The CONSULTANT will submit to the DIRECTOR monthly a status report keyed
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to the project schedule. A brief narrative will be provided identifying progress,
findings and outstanding issues.
3. WORK PRODUCT
All work product prepared by the CONSULTANT pursuant hereto including, but not
limited to, reports, plans, designs, calculations, work drawings, studies, photographs,
models and recommendations shall be the property of the CITY and shall be delivered to
the CITY upon request of the DIRECTOR; provided, however, that the CONSULTANT
may retain copies of such work product for its records. CONSULTANT's execution of
this Agreement shall constitute CONSULTANT's conveyance and assignment of all right,
title and interest,including but not limited to any copyright interest,by the CONSULTANT
to the CITY of all such work product prepared by the CONSULTANT pursuant to this
Agreement. The CITY shall have the right either on its own or through such other
consultants as determined by the CITY to utilize and/or amend such work product. Any
such amendment to such work product shall be at the sole risk of the CITY. Such work
product is not intended or represented to be suitable for reuse by the CITY on any extension
to the PROJECT or on any other project, and such reuse shall be at the sole risk of the
CITY without liability or legal exposure to the CONSULTANT.
4. PAYMENTS TO THE CONSULTANT
A. For services provided pursuant to this Agreement CONSULTANT shall be paid the
hourly rate of personnel employed on the PROJECT with a total fee not to exceed
S160,000 regardless of the actual cost incurred by the CONSULTANT unless
substantial modifications in the scope of work are authorized in writing by the
DIRECTOR and approved by way of written amendment to this Agreement
executed by the parties. Such not to exceed amount of S 160,000 is comprised of
the not to exceed amounts for each phase of work as listed in Section 4D below.
The hourly rates of CONSULTANT'S personnel are set forth in Attachment C
which is attached hereto and made a part hereof by this reference.
B. For outside services provided by other firms or subconsultants, the CITY shall pay
the CONSULTANT the invoiced fee to the CONSULTANT, plus 0%. The cost of
any such outside services is included within the total not to exceed amount of
S 160,000 provided for in Section 4A above.
C. The cost of any reimbursable expenses (to be charged without markup) including
printing/plotting, postage and delivery costs is included within the total amount not
to exceed of S 160,000 provided in Section 4A above.
D. The CITY shall make periodic payments to the CONSULTANT based upon actual
progress within 30 days after receipt and approval of an invoice. Said periodic
payments to the CONSULTANT shall not exceed the amounts for each phase
shown in the following schedule,and full payments for each task shall not be made
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until the task is completed and accepted by the DIRECTOR.
Schematic Design Phase $24,000.00
Design Development Phase S32,000.00
Construction/Permit Documents Phase $80,000.00
Bidding Phase $8,000.00
Construction Phase $16,000.00
Total amount not to exceed based on scope of work $160,000
5. INVOICES
A. The CONSULTANT shall submit invoices in a format approved by the CITY.
Progress reports(2B above)will be included with all payment requests.
B. The CONSULTANT shall maintain records showing actual time devoted and cost
incurred. The CONSULTANT shall permit the authorized representative of the
CITY to inspect and audit all data and records of the CONSULTANT for work
done under this Agreement. The CONSULTANT shall make these records
available at reasonable times during the Agreement period and for one(1)year after
termination of this Agreement.
6. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT
Notwithstanding any other provision hereof, the CITY may terminate this Agreement at
any time upon fifteen (15) days prior written notice to the CONSULTANT. In the event
that this Agreement is so terminated,the CONSULTANT shall be paid for services actually
performed and reimbursable expenses actually incurred prior to termination, except that
reimbursement shall not exceed the task amounts set forth under Paragraph 4 above.
7. TERM
This Agreement shall become effective as of the date the CONSULTANT is given a notice
to proceed and, unless terminated for cause or pursuant to Paragraph 6, shall be deemed
concluded on the date the CITY determines that all of the CONSULTANT's work under
this Agreement is completed. A determination of completion shall not constitute a waiver
of any rights or claims which the CITY may have or thereafter acquire with respect to any
term or provision of this Agreement.
8. NOTICE OF CLAIM
If the CONSULTANT wishes to make a claim for additional compensation as a result of
action taken by the CITY,the CONSULTANT shall give written notice of his claim within
fifteen (15) days after occurrence of such action. No claim for additional compensation
shall be valid unless so made. Any changes in the CONSULTANT's fee shall be valid
only to the extent that such changes arc included in writing signed by the CITY and the
CONSULTANT. Regardless of the decision of the DIRECTOR relative to a claim
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submitted by the CONSULTANT, all work required under this Agreement as determined
by the DIRECTOR shall proceed without interruption.
9. BREACH OF CONTRACT
If either party violates or breaches any term of this Agreement, such violation or breach
shall be deemed to constitute a default, and the other party has the right to sock such
administrative,contractual or legal remedies as may be suitable to the violation or breach;
and, in addition, if either party,by reason of any default, fails within fifteen(15)days after
notice thereof by the other party to comply with the conditions of the Agreement,the other
party may terminate this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, or anything else to
the contrary in this Agreement, with the sole exception of an action to recover the monies
the CITY has agreed to pay to the CONSULTANT pursuant to Paragraph 4 hereof, no
action shall be commenced by the CONSULTANT against the CITY for monetary
damages. CONSULTANT hereby further waives any and all claims or rights to interest
on money claimed to be due pursuant to this Agreement and waives any and all such rights
to interest which it claims it may otherwise be entitled pursuant to law, including, but not
limited to, the Local Government Prompt Payment Act (50 ILCS 501/1, et .seg.), as
amended, or the Illinois Interest Act (815 ILCS 205/1, el seq.), as amended. The parties
hereto further agree that any action by the CONSULTANT arising out of this Agreement
must be filed within one year of the date the alleged cause of action arose or the same will
be time-barred. The provisions of this paragraph shall survive any expiration, completion
and/or termination of this Agreement.
10. INDEMNIFICATION
To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONSULTANT agrees to and shall indemnify,
defend and hold harmless the CITY, its officers, employees, agents, boards and
commissions from and against any and all claims, suits,judgments, costs, attorneys fees,
damages or other relief, including, but not limited to, workers' compensation claims, in
any way resulting from or arising out of negligent actions or omissions of the
CONSULTANT in connection herewith, including negligence or omissions of employees
or agents of the CONSULTANT arising out of the performance of this Agreement. In the
event of any action against the CITY, its officers, employees, agents, boards or
commissions, covered by the foregoing duty to indemnify, defend and hold harmless such
action shall be defended by legal counsel of the CITY's choosing. The provisions of this
paragraph shall survive any expiration, completion and/or termination of this Agreement.
11. NO PERSONAL LIABILITY
No official, director, officer, agent or employee of the CITY shall be charged personally
or held contractually liable under any term or provision of this Agreement or because of
their execution, approval or attempted execution of this Agreement.
12. INSURANCE
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CONSULTANT shall provide,maintain and pay for during the term of this Agreement the
following types and amounts of insurance:
A. Comprehensive Liability. A policy of comprehensive general liability insurance
with limits of at least S 1.000.000 aggregate for bodily injury and $l,000.000
aggregate for property damage.
The CONSULTANT shall deliver to the DIRECTOR a Certificate of Insurance 1
naming the CITY as additional insured. The policy shall not be modified or
terminated without thirty(30)days prior written notice to the DIRECTOR.
The Certificate of Insurance shall include the contractual obligation assumed by the
CONSULTANT under Paragraph 10 entitled"Indemnification".
This insurance shall be primary and non-contributory to any other insurance or self-
insurance programs afforded to the CITY. There shall be no endorsement or
modification of this insurance to make it excess over other available insurance.
R. Comprehensive Automobile liability. Comprehensive Automobile Liability
Insurance covering all owned, non-owned and hired motor vehicles with limits of'
not less than $500,000 per occurrence for bodily injury and!or property damage.
C. Combined Single Limit Policy. The requirements for insurance coverage for the
general liability and auto exposures may be met with a combined single limit of
S1,000.000 per occurrence subject to a $1,000,000 aggregate.
D. Professional Liability. The CONSULTANT shall carry CONSULTANT's
Professional Liability Insurance covering claims resulting from error,omissions or
negligent acts with a combined single limit of not less than S1,000,000 per claim.
A Certificate of Insurance shall be submitted to the DIRECTOR as evidence of
insurance protection. The policy shall not be modified or terminated without thirty
(30)days prior written notice to the DIRECTOR.
13. CONSTRUCTION MEANS, METHODS,TECHNIQUES. SEQUENCES,
PROCEDURES AND SAFETY
The CONSULTANT shall not have control over or charge of and shall not be responsible
for construction means, methods, techniques, sequences or procedures, or for safety
precautions and programs in connection with the construction, unless specifically
identified in the Scope of Services.
14. NONDISCRIMINATION/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
The Consultant will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment
because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, order of protection
status, familial status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status. sexual
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orientation, or unfavorable discharge from military service which would not interfere with
the efficient performance of the job in question. Consultant shall take affirmative action
to comply with the provisions of Elgin Municipal Code Section 5.02.040 and will require
any subcontractor to submit to the City a written commitment to comply with those
provisions. Consultant shall distribute copies of this commitment to all persons who
participate in recruitment, screening, referral and selection of job applicants and
prospective subcontractors. Consultant agrees that the provisions of Section 5.02.040 of
the Elgin Municipal Code, 1976,as amended, is hereby incorporated by reference,as if set
out verbatim.
No person shall be denied or subjected to discrimination in receipt of the benefit of any
services or activities made possible by or resulting from this Agreement on the grounds of
race. color, religion,sex, national origin,age, ancestry, order of protection status, familial
status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, sexual orientation, or
unfavorable discharge from military service.
Any violation of this paragraph shall be considered a violation of a material provision of
this Agreement and shall be grounds for cancellation, termination or suspension,in whole
or in part, of the Agreement by the CITY.
15. ASSIGNMENT AND SUCCESSORS
This Agreement and each and every portion thereof shall be binding upon the successors
and the assigns of the parties hereto;provided, however, that no assignment shall be made
without the prior written consent of the CITY.
16. DELEGATIONS AND SUBCONTRACTORS
Any assignment, delegation or subcontracting shall be subject to all the terms, conditions
and other provisions of this Agreement and the CONSULTANT shall remain liable to the
CITY with respect to each and every item,condition and other provision hereof to the same
extent that the CONSULTANT would have been obligated if it had done the work itself
and no assignment,delegation or subcontract had been made. Any proposed subcontractor
shall require the CITY's advanced written approval.
17. NO CO-PARTNERSHIP OR AGENCY
This Agreement shall not be construed so as to create a partnership, joint venture,
employment or other agency relationship between the parties hereto.
18. SEVERABILITY
The parties intend and agree that, if any paragraph, sub-paragraph,phrase,clause or other
provision of this Agreement, or any portion thereof, shall he held to be void or otherwise
unenforceable, all other portions of this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.
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19. HEADINGS
The headings of the several paragraphs of this Agreement are inserted only as a matter of
convenience and for reference and in no way are they intended to define, limit or describe
the scope of intent of any provision of this Agreement.nor shall they be construed to affect
in any manner the terms and provisions hereof or the interpretation or construction thereof.
20. MODIFICATION OR AMENDMENT
This Agreement and its attachments constitute the entire Agreement of the parties on the
subject matter hereof and may not be changed,modified,discharged or extended except by
written amendment duly executed by the parties. Each party agrees that no representations
or warranties shall be binding upon the other party unless expressed in writing herein or in
a duly executed amendment hereof, or change order as herein provided.
21. APPLICABLE LAW
This Agreement shall be deemed to have been made in and shall be construed in accordance
with the laws of the State of Illinois. Venue for the resolution of any disputes or the
enforcement of any rights pursuant to this Agreement shall be in the Circuit Court of Kane
County. Illinois.
22. NEWS RELEASES
The CONSULTANT may not issue any news releases without prior approval from the
DIRECTOR, nor will the CONSULTANT make public proposals developed under this
Agreement without prior written approval from the DIRECTOR prior to said
documentation becoming matters of public record.
23. COOPERATION WITH OTHER CONSULTANTS
The CONSULTANT shall cooperate with any other consultants in the CITY's employ or
any work associated with the PROJECT.
24. INTERFERENCE WITH PUBLIC CONTRACTING
The CONSULTANT certifies hereby that it is not barred from bidding on this contract as
a result of a violation of 720 ILCS 5/33E et seq. or any similar state or federal statute
regarding hid rigging.
25. SEXUAL HARASSMENT
As a condition of this contract, the CONSULTANT shall have written sexual harassment
policies that include,at a minimum, the following information:
A. the illegality of sexual harassment:
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B. the definition of sexual harassment under state law;
C. a description of sexual harassment, utilizing examples:
D. the vendor's internal complaint process including penalties;
E. the legal recourse, investigative and complaint process available through the
Illinois Department of Human Rights,and the Illinois Human Rights Commission;
F. directions on how to contact the department and commission;
G. protection against retaliation as provided by Section 6-101 of the Human Rights
Act.
A copy of the policies shall be provided by CONSULTANT to the Department of Human
Rights upon request(775 ILCS 5/2-105).
26. SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAM.
As a condition of this agreement, CONSULTANT shall have in place a written substance
abuse prevention program which meets or exceeds the program requirements in the
Substance Abuse Prevention Public Works Project Act at 820 1LCS 265/I et seq. A copy
of such policy shall be provided to the City's Assistant City Manager prior to the entry into
and execution of this agreement.
27. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
All recommendations and other communications by the CONSULTANT to the
DIRECTOR and to other participants which may affect cost or time of completion, shall
be made or confirmed in writing. The DIRECTOR may also require other
recommendations and communications by the CONSULTANT be made or confirmed in
writing.
28. NOTICES
All notices, reports and documents required under this Agreement shall be in writing and
shall be mailed by First Class Mail,postage prepaid,addressed as follows:
A. As to CITY:
Rich Hoke
Building Maintenance Superintendent
City of Elgin
150 Dexter Court
Elgin, Illinois 60120-5555
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B. As to ARCHITECT:
Greg Bema
Principal
Bcrna Architects& Design
221 DuPage Street
Elgin. Illinois 60120
29. COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS
Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, it is expressly agreed and
understood that in connection with the performance of this Agreement that the
CONSULTANT shall comply with all applicable federal,state,city and other requirements
of law, including, but not limited to, any applicable requirements regarding prevailing
wages, minimum wage, workplace safety and legal status of employees. Without limiting
the foregoing. CONSULTANT hereby certifies, represents and warrants to the CITY that
all CONSULTANT's employees and/or agents who will be providing products and/or
services with respect to this Agreement shall be legally authorized to work in the United
States. CONSULTANT shall also at its expense secure all permits and licenses. pay all
charges and fees and give all notices necessary and incident to the due and lawful
prosecution of the work, and/or the products and/or services to be provided for in this
Agreement. The CITY shall have the right to audit any records in the possession or control
of the CONSULTANT to determine CONSULTANT's compliance with the provisions of
this paragraph. In the event the CITY proceeds with such an audit the CONSULTANT
shall make available to the CITY the CONSULTANT's relevant records at no cost to the
CITY. CONSULTANT shall pay any and all costs associated with any such audit.
30. COUNTERPARTS AND EXECUTION
This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be an original and
all of which shall constitute one and the same agreement. This Agreement may be executed
electronically, and any signed copy of this Agreement transmitted by facsimile machine,
email, or other electronic means shall be treated in all manners and respects as an original
document. The signature of any party on a copy of this Agreement transmitted by facsimile
machine,email,or other electronic means shall be considered for these purposes an original
signature and shall have the same legal effect as an original signature.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have entered into and executed this
Agreement effective as of the date and year first written above.
FOR THE CITY: FOR THE ARCIIITECT:
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ATTACHMENT A
Scope of Services
Scope of Services
Schematic Design
• Evaluate needs to develop a program for the use of the tenant
space with the two different approaches in area and size for
potential tenet space.
• Schematic floor plans for each of the approaches .
• Proposed lobby elevations of at least one view of the two
approaches .
• Coordinate preliminary plans with the City and Government
officials for proposed project.
• Analyze existing site plan for maximizing economy and
customizing your needs.
• Develop the architecture to enhance the image of the
department and tenant.
• Explore schematic plans for future expansion.
• Provide preliminary presentation drawings of the floor plans
for the City Counsel use.
Design Development
• Develop detailed floor plans and interior design for the
previous Sherman Hospital tenant space . Approximately 10,000
sq. ft. after one approach has been approved.
• Coordinate the mechanical , electrical , plumbing and fire
protection remodeling and upgrade the systems throughout the
space being remodeled.
• Verify no changes to the structural system and if options and
features are needed, additional structural services can be
provided.
• Interior and exterior finishes selected.
Construction Documents
• Provide a complete detailed set of architectural drawings and
details for bidding and/or construction.
• Provide a complete detailed set of mechanical, plumbing,
electrical and fire protection drawings for construction and
bidding.
• Will address all Federal and State Handicapped Accessibility
Codes and local building permits .
• Will coordinate with the City for contracts to be used for the
general contractor.
• Coordinate with your insurance company to cover the project
during construction.
• Provide addendums and alternates to the project, if necessary,
during or prior to the bidding phase .
• Provide interior furnishings and finishes selections for final
color selection.
Bidding Phase
• Assist in coordinating bidding documents for contractors.
• Assist in reviewing bids .
• Verify references and financial status of bidders .
Construction Administration
• Review and approve all shop drawing submittals for all
products and materials involved in the project.
• Coordinate owner' s onsite testing and contractor' s testing
reports - i.e. concrete, roof, etc.
• Minimum one day a week onsite review of construction progress .
• Final project inspection and punch list.
• Review monthly pay requests and waivers to general contractor
and subcontractors .
• Review and inspect any change orders or project conditions
that may change due to unknown conditions .
Additional alternative scope service :
Provide time to coordinate with engineers and test reports done
on the site . Can provide structural engineering services for
unknown conditions if discovered during demolition .
Provide interior furnishings and equipment assistance and
coordination for purchasing the interior build-out spaces .
Additional Services: Not included are surveys, soils and EPA
testing, permit costs , printing, and extensive redesigning due
to major unknown conditions or changes by client after design
development phase.
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Attitchment B
Tentative Project Schedule
Edward Schock Centre Tenant Space Remodeling Project
January 2, 2024
Approval of Contract by Elgin City Council. January 24, 2024
Meeting with Directors/Superintendent, Staff of the Recreation
Center,Building and Maintenance Department, and Kane County
Staff for programming. February 1, 2024
Approval of Schematic Design Floor plan and programming. February 15, 2024
Final Schematic Floor Plan Approval February 29, 2024
Design Development and Finishes Selection Meeting March 14, 2024
Construction Documents Final Review May 9,2024
Final notice out to public. May 17, 2024
Documents out to Contractors and Bidders May 23,2024
Bid Documents returned to City of Elgin June 17,2024
On-site Construction starts after City of Elgin Council Approval June 27,2024
Final Substantial completion of Construction September 13,2024
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ATTACHMENT C
Requested revisions to drawings and specifications shall be billed at average hourly rate of
S I 50.00/Hr.
Aside from our hourly average rate quoted above,the following are the standard rates as they apply
to personnel:
Principals Associate ARCIITECT S187.00'hour
Design ARCHITECT/ENGINEER SI50.00'hour
Drafting S 114.00'hour
Clerical S96.00/hour
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