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PALM DESERT HOUSING AUTHORITY
STAFF REPORT
REQUEST: AUTHORIZE THE AWARD OF CONTRACT TO SIERRA
LANDSCAPE COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF $222,006 FOR
ANNUAL LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES AT THIRTEEN
(13) HOUSING AUTHORITY PROPERTIES
SUBMITTED BY: JAMES CONWAY, PROJECT COORDINATOR
CONTRACTOR: SIERRA LANDSCAPE COMPANY
73-711 DINAH SHORE DRIVE, SUITE 200
PALM DESERT, CA 92211
DATE: JULY 9, 2009
CONTENTS: AGREEMENT (Contract No. xA29010)
CONTRACTOR'S PROPOSAL
Recommendation:
By Minute Motion, that the Housing Authority Board,
1) Authorize the award of contract to Sierra Landscape Company, in the
amount of$222,006 for annual landscape maintenance services for
thirteen (13) Housing Authority Properties; and
2) Authorize the Executive Director to finalize and the Chairman to
execute the contract and any documents necessary to facilitate the
contract award and implementation.
The funds are available in the 2009-2010 Housing Authority operating
budget under contract services.
Executive Summary:
Staff requested sealed bids for annual landscape maintenance services for thirteen (13)of
the Authority's properties. Staff is recommending the award of contract to the lowest
responsible bidder, Sierra Landscape Company, to perForm landscape maintenance
services for a twelve (12) month term. The Authority reserves the right to extend the
contract annually based on the performance of the Contractor.
Discussion:
Staff, including representatives from the Housing and Landscape Departments, reviewed
the nine (9) bids that were received from the following companies:
Staff Report
Authorization to Award a Contract for Landscape Maintenance PDHA
Page 2 of 2
July 9, 2009
Com an Location Annual Cost
Sierra Landsca e Com an Palm Desert $ 222,006.00
Teserra Coachella $ 257,342.40
Andre Landsca e Inc. Azusa $ 275,700.00
Kirk atrick Landsca e Indio $ 287,220.00
Mari osa Landsca e Irwindale $ 310,848.00
Libert Landsca e Riverside $ 346,392.00
Merchants Landsca e Palm S rin s $ 346,800.00
E.M.T.S. Clovis $ 367,176.00
Vinta e Associates Bermuda Dunes $ 594,000.00
The lowest bid received was for $222,006 annually from Sierra Landscape Company.
Sierra Landscape Company has done work for the City of Palm Desert in the parks and
medians and is deemed responsive based on the submission requirements.
Staff therefore recommends awarding the subject contract to the lowest responsible bidder,
Sierra Landscape Company in the amount of$222,006 to perform landscape maintenance
services for a twelve (12) month term. The Authority reserves the right to extend the
contract annually based on the performance of the Contractor.
Submitted b � Supervisor:
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Project Coor i Director of Housing
Department Head: Landsca artment:
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CONTRACTORS PRICE PROPOSAL BY PROPERTY
ITEM DESCRIPTION PRICE PRICE
(MONTHLY) (ANNUALLY
1. One Quail Place 384 units $ ,�� r._
72-600 Fred Waring �� �,��-� �'�.�' ��--� ��-i�''.�;�'�
2. LasSerenas 150 units � �cf��-I��FC�� $��" �;L�;�t�r:c;;��.
73-315 Countr Club Dr. ��
3. California Villas 141 units
77-107 California Drive � :�C�C.��'>���C=`a � �� f� :;:��:�(�,.('�^
4. Catalina Gardens 72 units $ $
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5. Desert Pointe 64 units $ $
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6. Laguna Palms 48 units $ $�.
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7. Neighbors 24 units $ $
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8. Pueblos 15 units $ $
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9. Taos Palms 16 units $ $ .
44-830 Las Palmas �i� �' , ��� �C� -3c,�, �Cr;
10. Candlewood Apartments 30 units $ $
74000 8�74002 Shadow Mountain Drive �c'>2• � �' ���� C�C_;
11. Palm Village Apartments 36 units $ $
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12. Sagecrest 29 units $ � $
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13. La Rocca Villas 27 units $ $
42-135 Golden Eagle Lane ���(� , �> � �� i �,., C.�G�
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no additional compensat�on shall be due Contractor by virtue of Contractor's compliance
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Due to the difficult environmental conditions, desert plant material characteristics, and
the landscape maintenance practices adopted by the City of Palm Desert, the Palm
Desert Housing Authority Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids from firms
that do not clearly demonstrate in the bid documents the required level of technical
knowledge, skills and abilities to perform effectively under this contracta
The bidder must have at least two consecutive years, within the last five years, of
verifiable maintenance experience on landscapes located in the Coachella Valley that
conform to the City of Palm Desert's Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance PDMC
24.04. This experience must include a maintenance contract of a minimum duration of
twelve consecutive months. The bidder must also demonstrate technical ability and
experience in traditional landscape maintenance methods of a verifiable level that is
acceptable to the Authority.
Three references from the Coachella Valley must be provided and the work performed
must have been similar in scale to this contract. Two of the three references must verify
work of a similar character or nature to what is included in this contract, and must
include work performed in the public right-of-way. Please indicate any projects listed
that are apartment or residential communities. Bidders having experience with the City
of Palm Desert or Palm Desert Housing Authority may list either one as one reference.
In the spaces below, provide references with a contact person, address, and telephone
number for verification of said work. Additional numbered pages outlining the
information required in this section of the proposal may be attached as needed.
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Due to the location, size/extent and maintenance requirements of the maintenance
area, bidder is required to state how it will provide the necessary maintenance and
services in the specifications. State the estimated manpower your company will use
each week to fulfill the contract, including supervision, irrigation and general labor sub-
categories.
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INFORMATION REQUIRED OF BIDDER
NO B/D WILL BE CONSIDERED UNLESS THIS DOCUMENT/S COMPL�TED IN
FULL
ALL APPL/CABLE ITEMS MUST BE FILLED OUT
The bidder is required to supply the following information. Additional sheets may be
attached if necessary.
(1) Address ��~�-itl ��d�.y��t-�- 3i-��;�°�' ��rziv���4r� i���:, �t��➢ d�����rY (�� Ldc���
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(3) Type of Firm (Individual, Partnership or Corporation) t=�t�l o
(4) Corporation organized under the laws of the State of G�L. � �-�r2�-}��
(5) Contractor's License No. ��(��r��.�� Exp. Date C��3�j � ��i � �'
Contractor hereby declares under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State
of California that the Contractor's License information provided is true and
correct.
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(6) List the names and addresses of all Owners of the firm or names and titles of all
officers of the corporation:
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(7) Number of years experience of the firm as a Contractor ��u �9€��-�
(8) Number of years experience with public agency landscaping contracts �.�. � ����-�
(9) I.S.A. Certified Arborist name and Number ��-�'��.�F�Exp. Date � :��+ "�Q 1 U
(10) Number of ISA Certified Tree Workers with the firm �
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(13) List the names and addresses of each subcontractor who will perForm work
related to this contract and indicate what portion of the work will be done by each
subcontractor. (If more than one subcontractor, please check the box below and
list all subcontractors on a separate sheet.)
❑ See Subcontractor List on Separate Sheet
Subcontractor's Name:
License Number:
Address:
Telephone:
Work to be performed:
(14) List the name of the person who inspected the Sites of the proposed work for
your firm �-�11 C�v�� �1,�.c..��v Zc1 ��
(15) A financial statement or other information and references sufficiently
comprehensive to permit an appraisal of your current financial condition may be
_�_.=required_b�the Authori#y.______ _
(16) This bid was prepared by: �
Name (print) '��A��-- � `'��v��-
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LABOR
Additional Laborer $ �� , ��' per hour
Additionallrrigator - $��-� �=�� per hour
Additional Supervisor $ `���= ��-' per hour
IRRIGATION PARTS will be paid at a 15% mark-up.
PLANT AND LANDSCAPE MATERIAL REPLACEMENT
Note: Unless otherwise described, replacement planf material will be whatever is normal
and customary for the City of Palm Desert. �
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1-Gallon Shrub Installed $ �� �� � e
5-Gallon Shrub Installed � � f � c�' �'
15-Gallon Shrub Installed $ �� ' �� �'''
15-Gallon Tree Installed* $ � ��� ° '�-' `��
24"-Box Tree Installed* $ � � _�, C� c.�
30"-Box Tree Installed* $ ���'° ��'�'
36"-Box Tree Installed* $ �' � �'' ° �` �
Decomposed Granite $ � �� sq. ft.
Note: Anything over 36" box size will be paid at the contractual hourly rate plus �
materials with a 15% mark-up.
*To include the following: digging of hole, setting of tree, backfilling, watering in of tree,
staking (if needed), and securing with cinch ties
TURF MAINTENANCE
Hybrid Bermuda (sod only), installed $ I� S� per sq ft
Overseeding
(seed application only): Labor& Equipment $ ����fa� per 1,000 sq ft
Mowing: Labor & �quipment $ � ��°���y per 1,000 sq ft
At Authority's discretion, additional work may be paid for using hourly labor rate and
materials plus 15% mark up on materials.
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AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into on this day of 20
, by and between THE PALM DESERT HOUSING AUTHORITY, a public body,
corporate and politic ("AUTHORITY"), and SIERRA LANDSCAPE, a
("CONTRACTOR").
WITNESSETH:
WHEREAS, on JUNE 24, 2009 the AUTHORITY invited bids for landscape
maintenance services for Authority maintained properties per specifications; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to said invitation, CONTRACTOR submitted a proposal, which
was accepted by AUTHORITY for said services.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of their mutual promises, obligations, and
covenants hereinafter contained, the parties hereto agree as follows:
(1) TERM. The term of this Agreement shall be for a twelve month term commencing
with the first of the month following the date the contract is fully executed. This
agreement may be renewed at no increase in cost for one additional twelve
month term.
(2) AUTHORITY'S OBLIGATIONS. For furnishing services, as specified in this
Agreement, AUTHORITY will pay and CONTRACTOR shall receive in full
compensation, therefore the total sum TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTY TWO
THOUSAND AND SIX Dollars ($222,006.001, annually, plus sums for anv extra
work, if any, as approved in writinq, in advance, as set forth in the Contract
Documents and adopted by the AUTHORITY.
(3) CONTRACTOR'S OBLIGATION. For, and in consideration of the payments and
agreements hereinbefore mentioned to be made and performed by AUTHORITY,
CONTRACTOR agrees to furnish all of the services and to do everything
required by this Agreement and the Contract Documents in compliance with any
and all applicable laws, statutes, regulations.
(4) HOLD HARMLESS AND INDEMNIFICATION. CONTRACTOR agrees to
defend, indemnify, and hold the Authority, the Palm Desert Redevelopment
Agency, and AUTHORITY's and Agency's officials, officers, employees,
representatives, and agents, with respect to any and all claims lawsuits, liabilities
or damages of whatsoever nature arising out of our connection with, or relating in
any manner to, any act or omission of CONTRACTOR, its agents, employees,
subcontractors and employees thereof in connection with, the performance or
non-perFormance of this Agreement. The CONTRACTOR shall thoroughly
investigate any and all claims and indemnify the AUTHORITY and do whatever is
necessary to protect the AUTHORITY, Agency, AUTHORITY's and Agency's
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officials, officers, employees, agents, and representatives as to any such claims,
lawsuits, liabilities or damages. The provisions of this Section (4) are in addition
to any other hold harmless and indemnification obligations set forth elsewhere in
the Contract Documents and incorporated into this Agreement.
(5) AMENDMENTS. Any amendment, modification, or variation from the terms of
this Agreement shall be in writing, signed by the CONTRACTOR and approved
by the Authority.
(6) TERMINATION. If, during the term of this Agreement, AUTHORITY determines
that CONTRACTOR is not faithfully abiding by any term or condition contained
herein, AUTHORITY may notify CONTRACTOR in writing of such defect or
failure to perform; which notice must give CONTRACTOR a three-day notice of
time thereafter in which to perForm said work or cure the deficiency. If
CONTRACTOR fails to perform said work or cure the deficiency within the three
(3) days specified in the notice, such shall constitute a breach of this Agreement
and AUTHORITY may terminate this Agreement immediately by written notice to
CONTRACTOR to said effect. Thereafter, except as otherwise set forth herein,
neither party shall have any further duties, obligations, responsibilities, or rights
under this Agreement except, however, any and all obligation of
CONTRACTOR's surety shall remain in full force and effect, and shall not be
extinguished, reduced, or in any manner waived by the termination hereof. In
said event, CONTRACTOR shall be entitled to the reasonable value of its
services performed from the beginning of the period in which the breach occurs
up to the day it received AUTHORITY's Notice of Termination, minus any offset
from such payment representing the AUTHORITY's damages from such breach.
AUTHORITY reserves the right to delay any such payment until completion or
confirmed abandonment of the project, as may be determined in the
AUTHORITY's sole discretion, so as to permit a full and complete accounting of
costs. In no event, however, shall CONTRACTOR be entitled to receive in
excess of its bid amount(s)
The Authority may terminate the contract with 30 days written notice for any or no
reason.
(7) INCORPORATION OF CONTRACT DOCUMENTS. The Notice Inviting Bids;
Instructions to Bidders; Scope of Services; General Terms and Conditions;
Specific Terms and Conditions; Bid Submission Form(s), Addendum Nos.1;
Change Orders; additional or supplemental specifications, drawing, maps or
diagrams; and AUTHORITY issued forms relating to this project, are hereby
incorporated into and made a part of this Agreement.
(8) COMPLETE AGREEMENT. This written Agreement, including all writings
specifically incorporated herein by this reference, shall constitute the complete
agreement between the parties hereto. No oral agreement, understanding, or
representation not reduced to writing and specifically incorporated herein shall be
of any force or effect, nor shall any such oral agreement, understanding, or
representation be binding upon the parties hereto. In the event of any
inconsistency between Contractor's Bid Submission Form and any other
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provision of the Contract Documents, such other provisions of the Contract
Documents shall govern. Provisions within the Contract Documents that address
the same subject matter shall be construed so as to compliment one another,
and so as to provide the Authority with the best protection or otherwise in the
manner most favorable to the Authority.
(9) ANTI-DISCRIMINATION. In the performance of the terms of this Agreement,
CONTRACTOR agrees that it will not engage in, nor permit such subcontractors
as it may employ, to engage in discrimination in employment of any person
because of the age, race, color, sex, national origin or ancestry, or religion of
such persons. Violation of this provision may result in the imposition of penalties
referred to in Labor Code Section 1735.
(10) AUDIT. AUTHORITY shall have the option of inspecting and/or auditing all
records and other written material used by CONTRACTOR in preparing its
statements to AUTHORITY as a condition precedent to any payment to
CONTRACTOR.
(11) NOTICE. Except as otherwise provided in the Contract Documents, all written
notices to the parties hereto shall be sent by United States mail, postage prepaid
by registered or certified mail, addressed as follows:
Office of the City Clerk —Authority Secretary
PALM DESERT HOUSING AUTHORITY
73-510 Fred Waring Drive
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(12) LITIGATION COSTS. In the event an action is filed by either party to enforce any
rights or obligations under this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to
recover reasonable attorney's fees and court costs, in addition to any other relief
granted by the court.
(13) AUTHORITY TO EXECUTE AGREEMENT. Both AUTHORITY and
CONTRACTOR do warrant that each individual executing this Agreement on
behalf of each party is a person duly authorized.
(14) GOVERNING LAW AND VENUE. This Agreement shall be construed under the
laws of the State of California. Venue for any action for breach or to enforce any
provision of this Agreement shall be in the Superior Court of the County of
Riverside, California.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this instrument to be
executed the day and year first hereinabove written.
PALM DESERT HOUSING AUTHORITY
A public body, corporate and politic CONTRACTOR
ROBERT A. SPIEGEL, CHAIR lgnature s to e notarize
PALM DESERT HOUSING AUTHORITY
(two signatures required if corporation)
ATTEST:
RACHELLE D. KLASSEN, SECRETARY
PALM DESERT HOUSING AUTHORITY
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
DAVID J. ERWIN, ATTORNEY
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