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CONSULTANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SANTA ANA AND
VERDE DESIGN, INC. FOR ON -CALL LANDSCAPE
(a,Zi r) ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into on this 16th day of May, 2023 by and between
Verde Design, Inc. ("Consultant"), and the City of Santa Ana, a charter city and municipal
corporation organized and existing under the Constitution and laws of the State of California
c ("City").
�—' RECITALS
C= A. On February 22, 2023 the City issued a Request for Proposal No. 22-097 by which it
Co. desired to retain a Consultant having special skill and knowledge in the field of: landscape
architectural services on an on -call basis for the City's Public Works Agency.
B. Consultant submitted a responsive proposal that was among those selected by the city.
Consultant represents that it is able and willing to provide such services described in the
scope of work that was included in the RFP No. 22-097.
C. In undertaking the performance of this Agreement, Consultant represents that it is
knowledgeable in its field and that any services performed by Consultant under this
Agreement will be performed in compliance with such standards as may reasonably be
expected from a professional consulting firm in the field.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual and respective promises, and subject to the
terms and conditions hereinafter set forth, the parties agree as follows:
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Consultant shall perform the services that were described in the scope of work included in
the RFP No. 22-097, during the term of this Agreement, the tasks and obligations including all
labor, materials, tools, equipment, and incidental customary work required to fully and adequately
complete the services described and set forth in "Scope of Services - Exhibit A", attached hereto
and incorporated by reference, and as further described in Consultant's Proposal, attached hereto
an incorporated herein by this reference as "Consultant's Proposal - Exhibit B".
2. COMPENSATION
a. City neither warrants nor guarantees any minimum or maximum compensation to
Consultant under this Agreement. Consultant shall be paid only for actual services
performed under this Agreement at the rates and charges identified in Consultant's Fee
Proposal, which is attached hereto and fully incorporated herein by this reference as
"Compensation - Exhibit C". Consultant is one of ten (10) separate consultants
selected to provide services on an on -call basis under RFP 22-097. The total
compensation for services provided by all consultants selected under RFP 22-097 shall
not exceed the shared aggregate amount of $5,000,000.00 during the term of this
Agreement, including any extension periods, as set forth in Section 3, below.
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b. Payment by City shall be made within forty-five (45) days following receipt of proper
invoice evidencing work performed, subject to City accounting procedures. Payment
need not be made for work which fails to meet the standards of performance set forth
in the Recitals which may reasonably be expected by City.
c. Notwithstanding any contrary terms contained within Consultant's Fee Proposal,
Consultant's fees shall not increase by more than 3% annually over the term of this
Agreement, including any extension periods, unless directly affected by Prevailing
Wage laws, if applicable.
3. TERM
This Agreement shall commence on May 16, 2023 and end on May 15, 2026, with the
option for the City to grant up to two (2), one-year extension, exercisable by a writing by the City
Manager and the City Attorney, unless terminated earlier in accordance with Section 15, below.
4. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR
Consultant shall, during the entire term of this Agreement, be construed to be an
independent contractor and not an employee of the City. This Agreement is not intended nor shall
it be construed to create an employer -employee relationship, a joint venture relationship, or to
allow the City to exercise discretion or control over the professional manner in which Consultant
performs the services which are the subject matter of this Agreement; however, the services to be
provided by Consultant shall be provided in a manner consistent with all applicable standards and
regulations governing such services. Consultant shall pay all salaries and wages, employer's social
security taxes, unemployment insurance and similar taxes relating to employees and shall be
responsible for all applicable withholding taxes.
5. OWNERSHIP OF MATERIALS
This Agreement creates a non-exclusive and perpetual license for City to copy, use,
modify, reuse, or sublicense any and all copyrights, designs, and other intellectual property
embodied in plans, specifications, studies, drawings, estimates, and other documents or works of
authorship fixed in any tangible medium of expression, including but not limited to, physical
drawings or data magnetically or otherwise recorded on computer diskettes, which are prepared or
caused to be prepared by Consultant under this Agreement ("Documents & Data"). Consultant
shall require all subcontractors to agree in writing that City is granted a non-exclusive and
perpetual license for any Documents & Data the subcontractor prepares under this Agreement.
Consultant represents and warrants that Consultant has the legal right to license any and all
Documents & Data. Consultant makes no such representation and warranty in regard to
Documents & Data which were provided to Consultant by the City. City shall not be limited in
any way in its use of the Documents and Data at any time, provided that any such use not within
the purposes intended by this Agreement shall be at City's sole risk.
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6. INSURANCE
Consultant shall procure and maintain for the duration of the contract insurance against
claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with
the performance of the work hereunder and the results of that work by the Consultant, its agents,
representatives, employees or subcontractors.
a. Consultant shall not commence work for the City until it has provided evidence
satisfactory to the City that it has secured all insurance required under this Section. In
addition, Consultant shall not allow any subconsultant to commence work on any
subcontract until it has secured all insurance required under this Section.
b. Insurance coverage shall be at least as broad as:
(i) Commercial General Liability (CGL): Insurance Services Office
Form CG 00 01 covering CGL on an "occurrence" basis, including
products and completed operations, property damage, bodily injury and
personal & advertising injury with limits no less than $2,000,000 per
occurrence. If a general aggregate limit applies, either the general
aggregate limit shall apply separately to this project/location (ISO CG
25 03 or 25 04) or the general aggregate limit shall be twice the required
occurrence limit.
(ii) Automobile Liability: Insurance Services Office Form Number CA
0001 covering, Code I (any auto), or if Consultant has no owned autos,
Code 8 (hired) and 9 (non -owned), with limit no less than $1,000,000
per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
(iii) Workers' Compensation insurance as required by the State of
California, with Statutory Limits, and Employer's Liability Insurance
with limit of no less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury or
disease.
(iv) Professional Liability (Errors and Omissions) Insurance
appropriates to the Consultant's profession, with limit no less than
$2,000,000 per occurrence or claim, $2,000,000 aggregate.
(v) If the Consultant maintains broader coverage and/or higher limits
than the minimums shown above, the City requires and shall be entitled
to the broader coverage and/or the higher limits maintained by the
Consultant. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified
minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to the City.
c. Other Insurance Provisions. The insurance policies are to contain, or be endorsed
to contain, the following provisions:
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(i) Additional Insured Status. The City, its officers, officials, employees,
and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds on the CGL
policy with respect to liability arising out of work or operations
performed by or on behalf of the Consultant including materials, parts,
or equipment furnished in connection with such work or operations.
General liability coverage can be provided in the form of an
endorsement to the Consultant's insurance (at least as broad as ISO
Form CG 20 10 11 85 or both CG 20 10, CG 20 26, CG 20 33, or CG
20 38; and CG 20 37 forms if later revisions used).
(ii) Primary Coverage. For any claims related to this contract, the
Consultant's insurance coverage shall be primary insurance primary
coverage at least as broad as ISO CG 20 01 04 13 as respects the City,
its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-
insurance maintained by the City, its officers, officials, employees, or
volunteers shall be excess of the Consultant's insurance and shall not
contribute with it.
(iii)Notice of Cancellation. Each insurance policy required above shall
state that coverage shall not be canceled, except with notice to the City.
(iv) Waiver of Subrogation. Consultant hereby grants to City a waiver of
any right to subrogation which any insurer of said Consultant may
acquire against the City by virtue of the payment of any loss under such
insurance. Consultant agrees to obtain any endorsement that may be
necessary to affect this waiver of subrogation, but this provision applies
regardless of whether or not the City has received a waiver of
subrogation endorsement from the insurer.
(v) Self -Insured Retentions. Self -insured retentions must be declared to
and approved by the City. The City may require the Consultant to
purchase coverage with a lower retention or provide proof of ability to
pay losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense
expenses within the retention. The policy language shall provide, or be
endorsed to provide, that the self -insured retention may be satisfied by
either the named insured or City.
(vi)Aeceptability of Insurers. Insurance is to be placed with insurers
authorized to conduct business in the state with a current A.M. Best's
rating of no less than ANII, unless otherwise acceptable to the City.
(vii) Claims Made Policies. If any of the required policies provide
coverage on a claims -made basis:
• The Retroactive Date must be shown and must be before the date of
the contract or the beginning of contract work.
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• Insurance must be maintained and evidence of insurance must be
provided for at least five (5) years after completion of the contract
of work.
• If coverage is canceled or non -renewed, and not replaced with
another claims -made policy form with a Retroactive Date prior to
the contract effective date, the Consultant must purchase "extended
reporting" coverage for a minimum of five (5) years after
completion of contract work.
(viii) Verification of Coverage. Consultant shall furnish the City with
original Certificates of Insurance including all required amendatory
endorsements (or copies of the applicable policy language effecting
coverage required by this clause) and a copy of the Declarations and
Endorsement Page of the CGL policy listing all policy endorsements to
City before work begins. However, failure to obtain the required
documents prior to the work beginning shall not waive the Consultant's
obligation to provide them. The City reserves the right to require
complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including
endorsements required by these specifications, at any time.
(ix)Subcontractors. Consultant shall require and verify that all
subcontractors maintain insurance meeting all the requirements stated
herein, and Consultant shall ensure that City is an additional insured on
insurance required from subcontractors.
(x) Special Risks or Circumstances. City reserves the right to modify
these requirements, including limits, based on the nature of the risk,
prior experience, insurer, coverage, or other special circumstances.
7. INDEMNIFICATION
Consultant agrees to defend, and shall indemnify and hold harmless the City, its officers,
agents, employees, contractors, special counsel, and representatives from liability: (1) for personal
injury, damages, just compensation, restitution, judicial or equitable relief arising out of claims for
personal injury, including death, and claims for property damage, which may arise from the
negligent operations of the Consultant, its subcontractors, agents, employees, or other persons
acting on its behalf which relates to the services described in section 1 of this Agreement; and (2)
from any claim that personal injury, damages, just compensation, restitution, judicial or equitable
relief is due by reason of the terms of or effects arising from this Agreement. This indemnity and
hold harmless agreement applies to all claims for damages, just compensation, restitution, judicial
or equitable relief suffered, or alleged to have been suffered, by reason of the events referred to in
this Section or by reason of the terms of, or effects, arising from this Agreement. The Consultant
further agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and pay all costs for the defense of the City, including
fees and costs for special counsel to be selected by the City, regarding any action by a third party
challenging the validity of this Agreement, or asserting that personal injury, damages, just
compensation, restitution, judicial or equitable relief due to personal or property rights arises by
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reason of the terms of, or effects arising from this Agreement. City may make all reasonable
decisions with respect to its representation in any legal proceeding. Notwithstanding the foregoing,
to the extent Consultant's services are subject to Civil Code Section 2782.8, the above indemnity
shall be limited, to the extent required by Civil Code Section 2782.8, to claims that arise out of,
pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Consultant.
8. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INDEMNIFICATION
Consultant shall defend and indemnify the City, its officers, agents, representatives, and
employees against any and all liability, including costs, for infringement of any United States'
letters patent, trademark, or copyright infringement, including costs, contained in the work product
or documents provided by Consultant to the City pursuant to this Agreement.
9. RECORDS
Consultant shall keep records and invoices in connection with the work to be performed
under this Agreement. Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to
the costs incurred under this Agreement and any services, expenditures, and disbursements
charged to the City for a minimum period of three (3) years, or for any longer period required by
law, from the date of final payment to Consultant under this Agreement. All such records and
invoices shall be clearly identifiable. Consultant shall allow a representative of the City to
examine, audit, and make transcripts or copies of such records and any other documents created
pursuant to this Agreement during regular business hours. Consultant shall allow inspection of all
work, data, documents, proceedings, and activities related to this Agreement for a period of three
(3) years from the date of final payment to Consultant under this Agreement.
10. CONFIDENTIALITY
If Consultant receives from the City information which due to the nature of such
information is reasonably understood to be confidential and/or proprietary, Consultant agrees that
it shall not use or disclose such information except in the performance of this Agreement, and
further agrees to exercise the same degree of care it uses to protect its own information of like
importance, but in no event less than reasonable care. "Confidential Information" shall include all
nonpublic information. Confidential information includes not only written information, but also
information transferred orally, visually, electronically, or by other means. Confidential
information disclosed to either party by any subsidiary and/or agent of the other party is covered
by this Agreement. The foregoing obligations of non-use and nondisclosure shall not apply to any
information that (a) has been disclosed in publicly available sources; (b) is, through no fault of the
Consultant disclosed in a publicly available source; (c) is in rightful possession of the Consultant
without an obligation of confidentiality; (d) is required to be disclosed by operation of law; or (e)
is independently developed by the Consultant without reference to information disclosed by the
City.
11. CONFLICT OF INTEREST CLAUSE
Consultant covenants that it presently has no interests and shall not have interests, direct
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or indirect, which would conflict in any manner with performance of services specified under this
Agreement.
12. NON-DISCRIMINATION
Consultant shall not discriminate because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, gender, medical conditions, genetic
information, or military and veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, or disability, as defined
and prohibited by applicable law, in the recruitment, selection, teaching, training, utilization,
promotion, termination or other employment related activities or any services provided under this
Agreement. Consultant affirms that it is an equal opportunity employer and shall comply with all
applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations.
13. EXCLUSIVITY AND AMENDMENT
This Agreement represents the complete and exclusive statement between the City and
Consultant, and supersedes any and all other agreements, oral or written, between the parties. hi
the event of a conflict between the terms of this Agreement and any attachments hereto, the terms
of this Agreement shall prevail. This Agreement may not be modified except by written instrument
signed by the City and by an authorized representative of Consultant. The parties agree that any
terms or conditions of any purchase order or other instrument that are inconsistent with, or in
addition to, the terms and conditions hereof, shall not bind or obligate Consultant or the City. Each
party to this Agreement acknowledges that no representations, inducements, promises or
agreements, orally or otherwise, have been made by any party, or anyone acting on behalf of any
party, which is not embodied herein.
14. ASSIGNMENT
Inasmuch as this Agreement is intended to secure the specialized services of Consultant,
Consultant may not assign, transfer, delegate, or subcontract any interest herein without the prior
written consent of the City and any such assignment, transfer, delegation or subcontract without
the City's prior written consent shall be considered null and void. Nothing in this Agreement shall
be construed to limit the City's ability to have any of the services which are the subject to this
Agreement performed by City personnel or by other consultant and/or contractors retained by City.
15. TERMINATION
This Agreement may be terminated by the City upon thirty (30) days written notice of
termination. In such event, Consultant shall be entitled to receive and the City shall pay Consultant
compensation for all services performed by Consultant prior to receipt of such notice of
termination, subject to the following conditions:
a. As a condition of such payment, the Executive Director may require Consultant to
deliver to the City all work product(s) completed as of such date, and in such case
such work product shall be the property of the City unless prohibited by law, and
Consultant consents to the City's use thereof for such purposes as the City deems
appropriate.
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b. Payment need not be made for work which fails to meet the standard of
performance specified in the Recitals of this Agreement.
16. WAIVER
No waiver of breach, failure of any condition, or any right or remedy contained in or
granted by the provisions of this Agreement shall be effective unless it is in writing and signed by
the party waiving the breach, failure, right or remedy. No waiver of any breach, failure or right, or
remedy shall be deemed a waiver of any other breach, failure, right or remedy, whether or not
similar, nor shall any waiver constitute a continuing waiver unless the writing so specifies.
17. JURISDICTION - VENUE
This Agreement has been executed and delivered in the State of California and the validity,
interpretation, performance, and enforcement of any of the clauses of this Agreement shall be
determined and governed by the laws of the State of California. Both parties further agree that
Orange County, California, shall be the venue for any action or proceeding that may be brought or
arise out of, in connection with or by reason of this Agreement.
18. PROFESSIONAL LICENSES
Consultant shall, throughout the term of this Agreement, maintain all necessary licenses,
permits, approvals, waivers, and exemptions necessary for the provision of the services hereunder
and required by the laws and regulations of the United States, the State of California, the City of
Santa Ana and all other governmental agencies. Consultant shall notify the City immediately and
in writing of its inability to obtain or maintain such permits, licenses, approvals, waivers, and
exemptions. Said inability shall be cause for termination of this Agreement.
19. NOTICE
Any notice, tender, demand, delivery, or other communication pursuant to this Agreement
shall be in writing and shall be deemed to be properly given if delivered in person or mailed by
first class or certified mail, postage prepaid, or sent by fax or other telegraphic communication in
the manner provided in this Section, to the following persons:
To City:
Jennifer L. Hall
Clerk of the City Council
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-30)
P.O. Box 1988
Santa Ana, CA 92702-1988
Fax: 714- 647-6956
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With courtesy copies to:
Nabil Saba
Executive Director, Public Works Agency
City of Santa Ana
20 Civic Center Plaza (M-xx)
P.O. Box 1988
Santa Ana, California 92702
Fax:
To Consultant:
Mark Baginski
Principal
Verde Design, Inc.
3685 Main St., Suite 350
Riverside, CA 92501
A party may change its address by giving notice in writing to the other party. Thereafter,
any communication shall be addressed and transmitted to the new address. If sent by mail,
communication shall be effective or deemed to have been given three (3) days after it has been
deposited in the United States mail, duly registered or certified, with postage prepaid, and
addressed as set forth above. If sent by fax, communication shall be effective or deemed to have
been given twenty-four (24) hours after the time set forth on the transmission report issued by the
transmitting facsimile machine, addressed as set forth above. For purposes of calculating these
time frames, weekends, federal, state, County or City holidays shall be excluded.
20. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
a. Each undersigned represents and warrants that its signature herein below has the
power, authority and right to bind their respective parties to each of the terms of
this Agreement, and shall indemnify City fully, including reasonable costs and
attorney's fees, for any injuries or damages to City in the event that such authority
or power is not, in fact, held by the signatory or is withdrawn.
b. All Exhibits referenced herein and attached hereto shall be incorporated as if fully
set forth in the body of this Agreement.
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SIGNATURE PAGE FOR CONSULTANT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
SANTA ANA AND VERDE DESIGN, INC. FOR ON -CALL LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement the date and year first
above written.
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
SONIA R. CARVALHO
City Attorney
By: `—
ATHAN T. MARTMEZ
Assistant City Attorney
RECOMMENDED FOR APPROVAL: I'�kq 4&�
NABIL SABA
Executive Director
Public Works Agency
CITY OF SANTA ANA
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KRISTINE RIDGE
City Manager
CONSULTANT:
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MARK BAGINSKI
Principal
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EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Appendix
ATTACHMENT I
SCOPE OF WORK
CITY OF SANTA ANA
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
FOR
ON -CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
RFP NO.22-097
INTRODUCTIONBACKGROUND
The City of Santa Ana, Public Works Agency is seeking proposals from qualified firms to provide on -call
landscape architectural services.
The City of Santa Ana is located in central Orange County, flanked roughly by the Santa Ana River to the west,
Santiago Creek to the north, I-55 freeway to the east and South Coast Metro area to the south. The city is
approximately 10 miles east of the Pacific coast and 30 miles south of Los Angeles. Incorporated in 1889 and
designated the county seat, Santa Ana is both the largest city in the county and one of the largest in the state of
California, as Santa Ana's current population is estimated to surpass 334,000. This populace, living within the
city's 27.2 square miles, translates into approximately 12,000 residents per square mile, making Santa Ana the
densest city in Orange County and second densest in the State.
Since 1947, the parks system was managed by the Parks, Recreation & Community Services Agency.
In March 2022, the entire Park Services Division, which includes Park Planning and Park Maintenance,
transitioned to the Public Works Agency.
The City of Santa Ana's Public Works Agency (PWA) is now responsible for the planning, design, development
and maintenance of fifty-four (54) parks, ten (10) recreation/community centers, two (2) senior centers, one (1)
nature center, thirteen (13) miles of Class I recreational trails, 2 lakes, 5 municipal pools, the Santa Ana Zoo
and multiple joint -use sites. The City's mission through our park system is to make lives and communities
better now and in the future by providing access to nature, outdoor space to play and exercise, facilities for self -
directed and organized recreation, positive alternatives for youth, and activities that encourage social
connections, human development, and lifelong learning.
In April 2022, the City updated its General Plan, including the Open Space Element and Bikeways Master Plan.
In May 2022, the Parks, Recreation & Community Services Agency adopted its first Parks Master Plan.
The Park Planning Division seeks the services of a landscape architectural firm(s) to be available on -call, to
augment staff with delivery of projects potentially on all levels, ranging from site specific master planning,
concept planning, feasibility studies, design, contract document development bid advertisement and
construction support.
SCOPE OF WORK
In general, the Consultant shall perform landscape architectural services on an "on -call or as -
needed" basis for various project assigned by the City during the term of the agreement. The
Consultant shall have demonstrated expertise and experience in the areas of parks and recreation
or other municipal projects, in areas that include but are not limited to planning new parks, site
specific master planning of existing parks, sports fields & sports courts renovations, skate parks,
dog parks, splash pads, bike trails, site lighting, water conservation, habitat restoration, urban
forestry, landscape renovations, irrigation renovations, interpretive signage:
• Design Expertise: In addition to having a solid understanding of parks and recreation
projects, Consultant shall have experience and expertise in sustainable environmental
design, low impact development, water wise landscaping and irrigation, current trends,
maintenance needs.
• Site Specific Master Planning & Concept Development: Consultant shall have
ability to participate in site specific master planning exercises and concept
development. Consultant shall prepare and deliver colored renderings, 3-1) modeling
or other visuals as required to communicate the project. Consultant shall provide final
rendered concept plan upon final approval of the layout.
• Community Outreach: If requested, Consultant shall, facilitate community
engagement meetings to collect public input, create community engagement tools.
• Meetings and Presentations: If requested, Consultant shall attend and/or facilitate
meetings with City Staff, Neighborhood Associations, permitting agencies, Boards,
Commissions, and/or City Council as required. Consultant shall prepare presentation
materials for us in these meetings.
• Feasibility Studies: Consultant shall have ability to conduct feasibility studies,
analyses and/or preliminary documents for new renovation or alteration projects, to
help City determine viability..
• Utility Search and Coordination: Consultant access utility companies and city
records and coordinate into design. Consultant shall coordinate with said agencies
throughout the design process.
• Site Surveying: Consultant shall provide all field survey and topographic work
necessary to complete the design effort.
• Maps and Mapping Services: Consultant shall ability to provide, if requested.
• Contract Documents: Consultant shall have ability to prepare complete plans and
specifications for project bid advertisement. City will provide electronic title block files
and boiler plate specifications; consultant shall adapt and develop document to include
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bid items and definitions, include modifications to General and Special Provisions, and
incorporate technical architectural specifications. Plans shall incorporate design criteria
and requirements conforming to the City of Santa Ana (CSA) and other governmental
agencies including, but not limited to the California Building Code, ADA, CSA
Standard Plans. All plans, the title sheet of the specifications, calculations and reports
must he signed and stamped by the consultant's licensed professional landscape
architect, architect or engineer.
• CostEstimating: consultant shall provide cost estimating services to provide "Opinion
of Probable Cost". Consultant shall contact contractors, manufacturers, or draw info
from recently bid projects when preparing their estimates.
• Permits: Consultant shall assist City in obtaining approvals and/or permits from
applicable agencies as needed, including project submittal, responding to plan check
comments, and meeting with Building Officials if required.
• Environmental: If requested, Consultant shall provide environmental review for
projects, State CEQA and/or Federal NEPA, as required.
• Storm Water Best Management Practices: have knowledge and incorporate into
design practice principles of storm water best management practices (BMP).
• WQMP: Consultant shall be able to determine when WQMP is required for a project,
have ability to prepare the document, and incorporate the findings in the overall design.
• Quality Control: Consultant shall tightly control the quality of the work perform by
in-house staff and/or sub -consultants. Incomplete or poor quality work will not be
accepted. No additional compensation will be approved for changes required to deliver
a tightly coordinated set of contract documents.
• Bid Advertisement Support: Consultant shall assist during the bid advertisement
period by responding to bidder questions, attending pre -bid job walks, assisting with
addenda preparation, attending pre -construction meeting.
• Construction Support: Consultant shall assist during construction period by attending
pre -construction meeting, responding to Requests for Information (RFIs), attending
regular site meetings as requested and final inspections, submittal review, change order
review, troubleshooting and finding solutions to unforeseen site conditions.
• As Built Plans: Upon completion of project, as -built plans may be submitted to the
consultant to incorporate all changes made during the construction period.
TASK ORDER PROCESS:
City of Santa Ana RFP 22-097
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The intent of this RFP is to have several consultants under contract to be available to
provide services, on -call, if the City shall need them. In executing a Professional Services
Agreement with the selected firm(s), the City does not guarantee any Task Orders will be
initiated during the fife of the contract.
All work performed under this contract will require a Request to Release Notice to Proceed
(RRNTP) by the City. On a project -by -project basis, a proposal will be requested from all On -
Call Consultants by the City's Project Manager or Contractor Administrator. Proposals shall
define the scope of services, include a work plan, schedule, and proposed fee, which shall be
based on the specified rates of compensation in the contract. The Project Manager/Contract
Administration will review all proposals and select one firm for the work based on fee,
availability, area of experience, and fair distribution of assigned work to all Consultants.
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EXHIBIT B
CONSULTANT'S PROPOSAL
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR ON -CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES
(RFP NO. 22-0971
DUE ON: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 15, 2023 BY 2:OOPM
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DESIGNING OUTSTANDING RECREATIONAL FACILITIES FOR CALIFORNIA'S COMMUNITIES
Chris Giannini, RLA (Associate, Senior Project Manager) 951,221.3142 1 chrisg@verdedesigninc.com
Mark Baginski, RLA, LEED AP (Principal) 408.850.34111 mark@verdedesigninc.com
3685 Main Street, Suite 350, Riverside, CA 92501
www.VerdeDesigninc.com
1. STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS..........................................P03
A. COVER LETTER.................................................................P03
B. CONTRACT AGREEMENT STATEMENT................................PO4
C. FIRM AND TEAM EXPERIENCE...........................................PO4
D. UNDERSTANDING OF NEED...............................................P08
E. RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE....................................P12
F. REFERENCES.....................................................................P20
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES AND SCHEDULE (NIA)
3. FEE PROPOSAL (IN A SEPARATELY SEALED ENVELOPE)
4. CERTIFICATIONS...................................................................P21
ATTACHMENT 3-1: NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT ......................P21
ATTACHMENT 3-2: NON -LOBBYING CERTIFICATION ...............P22
ATTACHMENT 3-3: NON-DISCRIMINATION CERTIFICATION .........
P23
5. APPENDIX..............................................................................P25
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March 15, 2023
City of Santa Ana, Public Works Agency
20 Civic Center Plaza, M-22, Santa Ana, CA 92701
Attn: Suzi Furjanic, Project Manager
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VERDE DESIGN
SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) FOR ON -CALL LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL
SERVICES
Dear Ms. Furjanic and Members of the Evaluation Committee:
Verde Design, Inc. is a multi -disciplinary landscape architecture and civil engineering firm focused on public recreational facility
planning, design, and construction administration services for cities, counties, and parks and recreation districts. If selected to
partner with the City of Santa Ana (City), we will draw upon our team's broad experience, developed from working on many capital
improvement projects, such as neighborhood and community parks with a variety of programmatic elements.
To accomplish your goals, Verde Design has proposed a team of qualified, problem -solving professionals, led by myself, Chris
Giannini, as your senior project manager, and Mark Baginski as your project principal. While with a previous firm, I personally
oversaw the design and completion of improvements at the City's Memory Lane Park in 2016. Additionally, Verde Design
has had the privilege of completing more than 750 projects for over 100 public agencies and more than 30 on -call
partnerships, many with similar scope to the City's anticipated projects. If selected as one of your consultants, we will bring
our expertise and knowledge to ensure your facilities continue to successfully serves your citizens, as well as enrich the quality of
life for your community. In direct response to the REP, we offer the following key points, which sets the Verde Design team apart:
• A Unique Understanding of Public Projects: We have an extensive portfolio of successful public recreational
facilities, including over 30 on -call partnerships with public agencies. As a specialist in this market, we understand the
demands placed on both passive and active public spaces. Our team knows how to balance competing budgetary needs
with community desires. As a result, we have created a reputation for developing beautiful and functional designs and public
facilities and spaces that preserve city/county history and identity, all while promoting health, wellness, learning, and fun.
Quality Contract Documents: By implementing our quality control program, our construction documentation
packages have earned recognition from the contracting community for their clarity, ease of execution, and absence of
ambiguities that could lead to potential change orders. This begins with our inhouse review process during the design
phase of the project where at least three licensed professionals review the contract documents. Our uniquely developed
specifications provide step by step quality control checks with stated tolerances built into the construction process.
• A Committed Partner Throughout the Process: We will serve as an extension of your team and continue
working to build strong relationships with your staff by listening to your updated goals and delivering projects that achieve
them. We understand that proactive communication is the key to delivering projects on time and within budget, and our team
will remain available and responsive throughout the process, as well as after your projects are completed. By selecting Verde
Design, you are gaining an advocate on your behalf, and a partner committed to your projects' long-term success.
Our project team will also draw from our extensive in-house resources, including 46 staff members (with landscape architects,
LEED accredited professionals, civil engineers, QSD/QSP certified professionals, and a strong production and technical support
team) to provide your staff with comprehens' services. Our team also includes trusted subconsultants so that we can address
each project with confidence and the appr late specialty services that each ma re uire. A enior pro' ct man r, I will be
your main -contact andVper�or)qlly involve ntil your projects are successfully co I ed.Sincerely,
VERDE DESIGNChris Giannini,ociate Sr. PM (main -contact) Mark Baginski, RLA, LEED AP, Principal uthorized Signature)
951.221.3142 1 chrisg@verdedesigninc.com 408.850,3411 1 mark@verdedesigninc.com
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B. CONTRACT AGREEMENT STATEMENT
Verde Design has reviewed and has no issues with the City
of Santa Ana's (City) provisions contained in the Agreement
attached herein as Attachment 2 in the Appendix.
C. FIRM AND TEAM EXPERIENCE
ABOUT VERDE DESIGN
Verde Design is an integrated landscape architecture
and civil engineering firm specializing in award -winning
recreational and athletic -focused spaces. We provide our
clients with comprehensive planning, design, and construction
administration services, and serve cities, counties, and parks
and recreations districts.
We have partnered with over 100 public agencies to date,
and have completed more than 750 public facility projects
for clients. Projects have ranged from small neighborhood
athletic fields to destination sports complexes with a variety
of programs. We are passionate about these spaces and are
committed to creating lasting facilities that serve California's
recreational communities. Our principals are actively involved
in our projects and our clients' satisfaction is their top
priority. We approach each project by developing a thorough
understanding of our clients' challenges and goals.
We staff our projects with a team of creative problem solvers,
and draw upon our in-house site planning, grading and
drainage, planting, and irrigation design expertise, to provide
solutions that meet or beat project schedules and remain
within the established project budgets. Please see to the
right for a list of project types and in-house services.
BRIEF HISTORY
In 2007, Derek McKee and Devin Conway, both veterans of
the A/E/C industry, purchased key assets of a former firm and
founded Verde Design, a Certified Small Business Enterprise.
Our leaders have crafted a culture rooted in sound practice,
focused on sustainability, and staffed with people who care
about enhancing their communities. Since our founding, we
expanded operations with offices in Folsom, Santa Rosa, and
Riverside.
FIRM PRINCIPALS
OUR SERVICES AND PROJECT TYPES
• Landscape Architecture
-Community Parks and
-Civil Engineering
Playgrounds
-Master Planning
-New/Replacement
-Facility Assessments
Athletic/RecFields
• Management Plans/Studies
• New/Replacement
-Feasibility Studies
Playgrounds
• Schematic Design
• Picnic and Plaza Shelters
-3D Modeling
-Tennis/Hard Courts
• Community Facilitation
• Plazas and Amphitheaters
& Outreach
• Pre -Fab Buildings for
• Construction
Restrooms, Concessions,
Documentation
Maintenance, & Storage
-Irrigation Design
-Trails & Pathways
& Audits
• Stormwater Facilities
• Cost Estimating
• SWPPP & SWMQCP Plans
-Maintenance Planning
-Infrastructure Upgrades
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over 500 synthetic turf projects and over 100 turf replacement projects. Our
knowledge of these turf systems, coupled with our technical expertise, has earned us
SYNTHETIC TURF a reputation as one of the leading synthetic turf specialist throughout the state of CA.
FIELDS DESIGNED FOR Our project staff has a deep understanding of the products, drainage, maintenance,
PU B LIC AG EN CI ES and managed program use that synthetic turf fields that the City may envision for a
project. We will provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions
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STAFFING RESOURCES
Verde Design staffs 46 professionals with a variety of
experience and expertise that can be utilized to complete or
assist with any project type. The variety of work in our field
allows us to respond to all the needs and design services that
may be required for a certain project. Our proposed project
team was assembled for the City of Santa Ana's (City) RFP
for On -Call Landscape Architectural Services, due to the
proposed scope of work, as well as our successful experience
in delivering similar work. Each team at Verde Design
manages around 10-20 projects during a year, with two -to -
five projects being active at any one time. Some projects are
planning projects with smaller fees and shorter periods of
work, while others are producing comprehensive construction
documents and construction support, with longer timelines.
PROPOSED PROJECT TEAM
We have proposed a group of landscape architects and
civil engineer professionals to help achieve your anticipated
project goals. Verde Design will act as the prime consultant
providing landscape architecture services. Our proposed key
project team members Chris Giannini, associate and senior
project manager, and Mark Baginski, principal, have over
55 years of collective experience in the field of landscape
architecture. We have ample staff under the direction of their
leadership, and if work were to go beyond their capabilities,
we can bring additional staff to their aid. Please see below for
our proposed project team, which includes key Verde Design
team members, as well as our proposed subconsultant team
and the as -needed services they will provide for your projects.
Please also see the right for a team organizational chart, and
the Appendix for key project team resumes with individual
licenses, certifications, and project experience.
Verde Design. Inc. Team
• Mark Baginski, RLA — Principal -in -Charge
• Chris Giannini, RLA—Associate and Sr. Project Manager
• Michael Salazar, RLA — Project Manager
• GioAguirre— ProjectDesigner
• Jamie Wallis, PE, QSD/QAP—Associate and Civil Engineer
As -Needed Subconsultant Team
• BKF Engineers — Civil Engineering & Survey
• Converse—Geotechnical Engineering
• FBA Engineering — Electrical Engineering
• [MEG Corp. — Structural Engineering
PROJECT TEAM ROLES
Mark Baginski, RLA— Principal -in -Charge: Mark will be
your advocate to keep your project on target to meet your
goals. He will be responsible for contract administration
oversee design development, and staff coordination. As the
design development proceeds, he will review all aspects of the
project with the City to confirm that all goals are met.
Chris Giannini, RLA—Associate and Sr. Project Manager:
Chris will lead preparation of graphics, meeting preparation,
and conceptual design and construction documents/packages.
His responsibilities include overall daily management of the
project, project scoping, and establishing the project schedule.
During the startup phase, he will work with the team to attain
input from your staff, and develop project programs, and
respond to development issues, as well as direct supervision
of drafting personnel.
LLANDSO PEA HITEC U I IL ENGINEERING • SPORT PLANNT & DESIGN
Mike Salazar, RLA— Project Manager. Mike will assist
Chris, our proposed Sr. PM, in the preparation of graphics,
meeting preparation, client needs and landscape construction
documents/packages and a supportive team member. Mike's
responsibilities include management of projects as well
as direct supervision of drafting personnel. He will also be
responsible for drafting and other assistance as required to
complete all assigned projects.
Gio Aguirre — Project Designer. Gio will be responsible for
design, drafting, and team coordination to help create the best
possible product for the client. In this role, he will collaborate
with Chris and Mike, beginning with the program development
through the construction services. He will manage the
construction documentation packaging and files. He will also
be responsible for all construction cost estimating.
Jamie Wallis, PE, QSD/QAP—Associate and Civil Engineer:
Jamie will support the civil engineering and documentation aspects
of the projects. She will work with Mark and Chris to coordinate the
engineering and production of construction documents and provide
stormwater calculations for the project to ensure compliance with
stormwater regulations and C.3 requirement.
BFK Engineers —As-Needed Civil Engineering & Survey
Location: Newport Beach, CA
Since 1915, BKF Engineers earned a reputation for its ability
to successfully plan, design, survey, and implement complex
projects. The firm draws upon and utilize its experience
diligently guiding projects from the initial due diligence
and feasibility stages, progressing project designs and
permitting approvals, and concluding with construction and
implementation. BKF's decades of engineering, surveying,
and planning experience is evident in our legacy projects
throughout the west coast. By leveraging its diverse project
portfolio in combination with innovative design solutions,
BKF's team of more than 500 experienced staff is dedicated to
successfully delivering sustainable and dynamic projects for its
communities and partners.
Converse Consultants —As-Needed Geotechnical
Engineering: Location: Monrovia, CA
Since 1946, Converse Consultants (Converse) has provided
professional services in the fields of geotechnical engineering,
engineering geology, groundwater sciences, environmental
sciences and soils and materials testing and inspection. The
firm's mission is to work together with its clients to provide
them with responsive and quality services, resulting in the
development of long-term relationships. Converse's clients
include public agencies and private sector clients in the
transportation, water/wastewater, educational, residential,
commercial and other market segments. Converse, an
employee -owned corporation, has been a consistent presence
on the annual ENR Top 500 Design Engineering Firms list.
The firm's success is rooted in a corporate culture of satisfying
clients, well -trained staff, a high retention rate among
professional and technical personnel and openness to new
ideas and technologies.
FBA Engineering — As -Needed Electrical Engineering:
Location: Costa Mesa, CA
FBA Engineering (FBA) was founded in 1968. Since that
time, it has been the firm's mission to be an industry leader in
profession by providing the highest of professional engineering
consulting services to its clients. FBA has gained this status by
providing innovative, cost effective, state-of-the-art consulting
electrical engineering design services. FBA is sensitive to its
clients' expectations and needs for a well -functioning project.
The firm's efforts bring into balance the project economics,
client needs and client staff experiences, constructability, and
long-term functional operation of the complete design. The
personal participation of management and staff results in cost
effective, proven, practical engineering on each project.
IMEG Corp. —As-Needed Structural Engineering:
Location: Anaheim, CA
With a history that dates back over 100 years, IMEG Corp.
(IMEG) grew from several firms coming together under one
uniting vision. As a national engineering and design consulting
company, IMEG intentionally localized focused to offer
specialized services in high -performing building systems,
infrastructure, program management and construction -
related services, but our secret to success is found in IMEG's
deep bench of 1,600 team members. The firm has over 60
locations and is ranked the sixth firm in U.S. (BD +C). By
utilizing a collaborative project approach that values its local
relationships, national resources and employee engagement,
IMEG is able to produce high caliber work through high quality
processes driven by it's ONE IMEG culture.
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D. UNDERSTANDING OF NEED
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
Verde Design understands that the City of Santa Ana (City),
Public Works Agency is seeking proposals from qualified firms
to provide on -call landscape architectural services to perform
a variety of services, including but not limited to the delivery
of projects potentially on all levels, ranging from site specific
master planning, concept planning, feasibility studies, design,
contract document development bid advertisement and
construction support.
To help the City accomplish their future goals and projects, we
have hand -selected a team with specialized public recreational
and athletic facility knowledge, problem -solving experience,
and a history of successfully working together on an extensive
list of projects for various agencies with similar scope to the
City's anticipated projects. We recognize the importance
of building and developing new and ongoing relationships
throughout your projects, and are committed to maintaining a
consistent proposed project team. Please see below for Verde
Design's approach to projects.
PROJECTAPPROACH
Verde Design believes that the key to developing successful
projects begins with a simple, but clear, philosophy.
Investigate, Listen, Understand, and Recommend are the
core elements of our project approach. Beginning with our
initial kick-off meeting with City staff, we will learn more about
the proposed project and better understand your goals.
This framework is critical to ensure consistent and clear
communication is established between our team and City staff
Investigate - The first step to the success of a project begins
with solid investigation. We would review existing documents
and plans. On recreational projects, we will conduct a site
visit with City staff to understand and analyze the existing
conditions of the facilities. This will ensure that we fully
understand the project's parameters and constraints, as well
as the existing site conditions. This site analysis effort will
be utilized throughout the duration of the project, enabling
educated and effective decisions to be made at the beginning
of the design phase and throughout the project.
Listen - A key element to project success, we emphasize the
importance of listening to all project stakeholders' concerns
and desires. Our team will provide options and incorporate
guidance provided by City staff, including maintenance and
operations staff, user groups, advisory bodies, and members
of the community, and communicate this back to the project
team. The result of our focus on listening is a cohesive team
that works together on a shared path of understanding with
your goals in mind, resulting in smooth running projects.
Understand -As we mentioned, we use all information
available to develop design solutions that respond to our
client's project needs, including site constraints, City staff
direction, community feedback, and the allocated budget.
Based on input from the kick-off meeting with staff and the site
walk, we will develop construction documents.
Recommend - Using your clear and approved concept, we
will render the project's vision into a complete, biddable set
of construction documents. The Verde Design team will draw
upon past successes with our extensive recreational City
projects, including surrounding City projects and knowledge
of recreational and athletic facility design and construction to
seamlessly facilitate the construction document phase.
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HOW WE CONTROL SCHEDULING
Verde Design employees 46 professionals with a variety of
experience and expertise that can be utilized to complete
or assist with any project. The variety of work completed by
our office allows us to intelligently respond to the needs and
design services that may be required for your anticipated
projects. We strive to provide problem -specific solutions
by matching the personal and professional qualities of the
individuals on our team to best serve the project's needs.
Project schedules are a critical aspect of all projects outlining
tasks, milestones and deliverables. Our project manager will
develop a draft schedule and review with client to include
submittal dates, review / presentation meetings, community /
governing body milestones, etc. When the schedule is being
developed, we develop our internal staffing plan and workload
schedule. With the size of our office, we can complete a
large quantity of work in a short period. Communicating
and coordinating large staffing needs for a project is done
internally in our weekly production meetings. If a project
is going to require more staff than one project team can
complete, we look at additional staff support or overtime to
meet delivery schedules.
At the start, we will meet with you and your project team. We
will review your overall schedule constraints, identify critical path
items, set initial milestones, then prepare a draft master project
schedule for further discussion. This schedule will include such
items as submittal deadlines, dates for review/presentation
meetings, community/governing body milestones, agency
review, etc. As the schedule is refined and dates are set, we will
make staffing assignments within Verde and arrange internal
workloads to meet your deadlines. As lead consultant, we will
also be carefully coordinating the work of team consultants to
ensure that their work is completed on schedule.
Verde Design will also provide a comprehensive basis of
design / design log document which will outline proposed
product elements to be chosen, initial systems design
components, and the outstanding items still required from the
client to move forward in the design process. This document
updated as new input is received and we reference it as we
develop the construction documents. In addition, we provide
progress reports with each submittal. The reports identify the
submittal progress updates, comment responses and status,
questions for the client, current and past cost estimate recap
and plan by plan updates. This helps to communicate all the
facets that go into a construction document package.
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QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL (QA/QC)
Our dedication to quality control throughout the life of a project
is one of the ways we establish the trust that leads to long-
term relationships with our clients: We are proud of the fact
that over 90% of our business comes from repeat clients. Our
internal Quality Assurance (QA)/ Quality Control (QC) reviews
address design, biddability, constructability, compliance with
local/state codes, and project requirements.
Our QC begins with the design phase and continues
throughout a project's life. During the design phase, we will
review content of the schematic design graphics and support
elements. The review at this stage is not technical, but quality
control reviews the design to verify community and staff
comments are included or rectified, spelling, as well as graphic
clarity.
As we develop construction documents, we have a licensed
professional who is not part of the project team provide a
'fresh eyes' review of the documents, in addition to the reviews
by the principal -in -charge and the project manager. We
perform internal redline reviews, incorporate revisions, and
review all client comments prior to submitting the documents
to you.
We review the submittal packages one week prior to our
submittal date and again during the City review period. During
submittal review meetings with City staff, we will share our
comments and jointly decide how to address each of them. As
part of our internal review process, we request draft submittals
from all team consultants one week prior to the submittal date.
We review their plans, comment on their materials, coordinate
improvements between all team members, and return them for
updates as needed before we incorporate their materials into
our submittal package to you. Another aspect of our quality
assurance process is our multi -disciplinary firm.
We have licensed landscape architects, civil engineers,
and irrigation designers working together on the design
and integration of the drainage, utilities, grading, materials,
paving, layout, planting, and irrigation. Our staff will develop
the project with systems designed together creating a more
efficient and effective product. We provide a progress report at
each submittal that will outline comments and items we have
seen and need to address or coordinate with City staff. This
report also includes City staff comments and documents what
their status is and how they were resolved.
Each report includes priority items, cost estimate progress,
plan updates, specifications, and any questions our team has.
All team members help update this report for each submittal.
At each submittal we also have a meeting with City staff to
present the submittal package in which the progress report
is essentially the meeting agenda. The goals of the Verde
Design QC/QA process are to ensure that the project is bid
within the stated budget, that the documentation package is
clear and free of ambiguity so that it can be properly priced by
a group of qualified bidders, and that the improvements can be
constructed in accordance with the design intent.
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PREPARING BUDGETS AND ESTIMATES
METHODOLOGY
Good budgeting and estimating begin with developing a clear
project program including prioritizing the program elements
and aligning them with the budget. We begin each project
developing cost estimates based on the known information
and program. We work with the client to determine the
revisions to the program throughout each submittal to maintain
accuracy of project costs with budget.
Verde Design is actively working throughout the State and
understands that market conditions vary. Our team adjusts
to local market conditions to provide the most accurate
estimating possible. Currently, we are in a period of change
from the contractor market back to a more owner friendly
market. We are actively seeing more bidders per projects, the
combination of escalation has slowed markedly but inflation
has allowed for still high pricing. In our book of work, we see
prices somewhat flattening from the 12-15% or more gains
year over year. Electrical and petroleum influenced industries
are still at all-time highs. We consider these items with each
estimate.
Other markets have remained somewhat stable without huge
price fluctuations. Asphalt paving and synthetic turf prices are
examples of markets which have been stable, in part due to
the low oil prices in the world market. The biggest challenge
we have seen for the past few years is not the commodity
pricing, but the contractors' ability to staff projects properly
due to the shortage of skilled and unskilled laborers. Our
strategy to overcome these challenges is a multi -faceted
approach to cost estimating, including utilizing relationships in
the contractor community to understand current pricing, and
preparing additive alternates to our project plans to cushion
against market dynamics.
CONTINGENCIES UTILIZED
Verde Design utilizes the following contingencies as a starting
point for most projects:
• Survey, Permits, Traffic and SWPPP 3%
• Bonding 2%
• Mobilization/Project Management 12-15%
We have also carried other contingencies as determined by
the project and bidding environment:
• Escalation +/- 5%
(January - July forecasted escalation rate in 2023)
• Bidding Contingency +/- 5-10%
(Based on the number of bidders received)
Our pricing approach includes materials, labor and markups
based on proven format we have honed over years of
successful project bidding. The trickiest part of cost estimating
is the dynamics of the market at the time of bid versus when
the plans are completed, which is usually months before in
some cases. Adding a bid contingency is good if there is a lag
between the final estimate and bidding.
CONTINGENCIES UTILIZED
Verde Design does not rely on manuals of guidebooks for
estimating. We have found these to be unreliable. We focus
on getting real costs from suppliers and manufacturers. We
communicate with specialty trades to understand costs for
asphalt, concrete, electrical, fencing, etc. We can demonstrate
the accuracy of this approach through our historical bid
results summary.
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E. RELEVANT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
PAST/CURRENT ON -CALL CLIENTS
PROJECT EXAMPLES
• City of Alameda
• City of Oakland
Verde Design provides our recreational clients with a full range
• City of Anaheim
• City of Palo Alto
of services, from facility assessments and master planning
• City of Atherton
• City of Redwood City
efforts, to full construction documentation and overseeing the
• City of Concord
• City of Riverbank
successful delivery of the construction of new and renovated
. City of Daly City
• County of Riverside
facilities throughout California communities. We have
partnered with more than 100 public agencies to complete a
• City of Fort Bragg
• City of Roseville
wide range of services on an extensive list of public facility
• City of Foster City
• City of San Bruno
projects. Our specialized expertise means that you will receive
• City of Fremont
• City of San Francisco
quality project management, planning, and design services
• City of Lincoln
• City of San Jose
from a team of design professionals and engineers that
understand unique constraints of local recreational systems.
• City of Marina
• City of San Leandro
City of Menlo Park
• City of San Mateo
Beyond our experience, our team's ability to successfully
• City of Milpitas
• City of San Ramon
navigate the various regulatory agencies involved in any
new or improvement project adds incredible value any client.
• City of Modesto
• City of Santa Clara
Please see the following pages for project examples, which
• City of Morgan Hill
• City of Santa Cruz
help illustrate our wide -range of available services to the City.
. City of Morro Bay
• City of Walnut Creek
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DREAM HOMES PARK, CATHEDRAL CITY
Project Description: In 2020, Verde Design provided
conceptual planning efforts for a 7.5 acre community park
for the City of Cathedral City along the seasonal Whitewater
River. The park will be developed with trail connections to
the region's master planned CV link trail, Coachella Valley's
alternative transportation route. The park design includes
a multi -use, natural grass open space area , futsal court,
a central plaza, restroom building, two covered play areas,
fitness stations, two basketball courts, dog park, picnic
shelters, picnic tables, walkways, benches and two parking
areas. Most recently, we were retained by the City to complete
the build -out of this project, and construction drawings are
currently under way and the park opening is scheduled for late
2023.
Client: City of Cathedral City
John Corella, Dir. of Engineering/ Public Works
68-700 Avenida Lalo Guerrero
Cathedral City, CA 92234
760.770.0340 1 Jcorella@cathedralcity.gov
Services: Master planning, conceptual design, public
outreach, consensus building, and construction documents
Program:
• Natural grass open space/play area
• Shaded play areas and picnic areas
• Basketball courts and futsal field
• Fitness stations
• Restroom Building
• Large and small dog parks
• Perimeter walkways and security fencing
• Parking lots
Consultant PM: Chris Giannini
Size: 7.5 acres
Construction Cost: N/A (in design)
Schedule: Estimated completion late 2023
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KAISER PERMANENTE SPORTS VILLAGE,
BAKERSFIELD
Project Description: Verde Design was selected by the
City of Bakersfield to provide design services for the City's
remaining 95 acres of undeveloped parkland for Kaiser
Permanente Sports Village. We are currently providing a
conceptual master plan, which includes six football fields
with sports field lighting, eight baseball/softball fields, a
skate park and dog park, fitness stations, a splash pad, an
aquatics center and community center, a play area, restroom/
concessions buildings, shade structures and picnic areas,
walking trails, parking areas, and internal roads. We will also
be providing construction drawings for 35 acres of Phase IV
improvements for this project, which will include five football
fields with sports field lighting, a restroom/concessions
building, roadway extension improvements, and two parking
areas.
Consultant PM: Chris Giannini
Client: City of Bakersfield
Navdip Grewal, Project Manager
1600 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield CA 93306
415.999.6548 1 ngrewal@bakersfieldcity.us
Services: Master planning, conceptual design, and
construction documents (Phase 1), and construction
administration services
Program:
• Five natural grass football fields
• Paved parking and access road and pedestrian walkways
• Restroom building/concessions building and shaded public
plaza
Size: 5 acres (conceptual planning) and 35 acres (CD)
Construction Cost: $16.75 million (estimated)
Schedule: In construction (started November 2021)
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BRACE CANYON PARK, BURBANK
Project Description: Brace Canyon Park includes existing
natural grass sports fields over an existing concrete reservoir
as well as an unpaved walking path. The city has eliminated
the use of pesticides in their park programs and seeks to
reduce the use of water so they chose to replace the natural
fields with synthetic turf. The concrete reservoir is roughly
30" below existing grades and was built in the 1940's. Load
requirements and access points are critical design criteria
that must be followed. Verde Design is currently designing
construction drawings for this project.
Client: City of Burbank
Nick Heilein, Assistant Superintendent of Business
24930 Avenue Stanford
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
661.295.5306 1 nheinlein@saugus.org
Services: Master planning, conceptual design, public
outreach, consensus building, and construction documents
Program:
• Synthetic turf replacement of natural fields
• Striping for softball, flag football, soccer and lacrosse
• New sports fencing
• New all weather track surfacing
• Spectator seating
• Stormwater quality improvements
Consultant PM: Chris Giannini
Size: 4.6 acres
Construction Cost: N/A (in design)
Schedule: In design phase
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FAIR OAKS PARK, SUNNYVALE
Project Description: Verde Design was selected by the City
of Sunnyvale for the renovation of Fair Oaks Park, a 15-acre
community park located in Northern Sunnyvale, originally built
in 1969, The design includes the replacement of the existing
athletic field turf with synthetic turf for its baseball, soccer,
and multi -use fields. This is the City's first park with synthetic
turf, which will reduce annual water usage and significantly
increase play time during high rainfall seasons. In addition
to the fields, the Verde Design team worked with the Magical
Bridge Foundation and City staff for an all-inclusive playground
to be incorporated within the park design. The project also
included hardcourt improvements, expanded picnic areas, and
circulation and infrastructure improvements.
Program:
• Conversion of natural grass field with synthetic turf fields
• Renovation of picnic areas and park amenities
• Magical Bridge Playground - universally accessible play
areas for children of a wide range of abilities and ages with
custom playhouse
• Reconstruction of hardcourts
• Maintenance building renovation
• New restrooms/concessions building
• Upgrade to existing sports field and pedestrian site lighting
• Dog park with DG surfacing
Services: Community facilitation, site design, construction
documents, and construction administrative services
Client: City of Sunnyvale
Jim Stark, Superintendent of Parks Department of PW
6221 Commercial Street
Sunnyvale, CA 94085
408.730.7596 1 jstark@sunnyvale.ca.gov
Consultant PM: Mark Baginski
Size: 15 acres
Construction Cost: $16.75 million
Schedule: Construction completed June 2022
American Public Works Association (APWA)
2022 Environmental Project of the Year Award: >$25M
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FIDDYMENT POCKET PARK, ROSEVILLE
Project Description: Verde Design developed the master plans,
construction documents and provided construction administration
services for three pocket parks in the Roseville. Pocket parks, are
small parks, accessible to the general public. The sites all include
open green space and drought tolerant planting.
Program:
F-94 (Kay Sakamoto) Park: A 1.25 acre park that includes a
children's play area, shaded seating, and a picnic zone with
a kids scooter pathway that circles and passes through. The
other amenities include a tire swing, perimeter walkways, and
additional site furnishings such as bike racks, drinking fountains,
benches, picnic tables, and security lighting.
F-95 (Beverley Bos) Park: A 1.5-acre pocket park in West
Roseville, which features two large open turf areas with drought
tolerant planters throughout. The park also includes two play
areas. The first is comprised of a standalone swing set while the
second contains a dynamic climbing structure which supports
sliding features. Community members are able to use the 20' x
20' steel shade structure located in between the play areas.
F-97 (Jim Gray) Park: A 1.32 acre site that includes a children's
play area with adjacent shaded seating/picnic area, half -court
basketball, pedestrian circulation, and various site furnishings.
F-101 (North Hayden) Park: Asmall 0.96 acre site centered
around two bocce courts, each with seating and tables beneath
shade canopies. This area is surrounded by open green space.
Services: Master planning, conceptual design, construction
documents, and construction administration services
Client: Taylor Builders
Steve Hicks, Vice President of Development
3500 Douglas Blvd, Suite 210
Roseville, CA 95661
916.240.2752 1 seve@taylor-builders.com
Construction Cost:
• F-94 (Kay Sakamoto) Park: $983,269
• F-95 (Berverley Bos) Park: $710,000
• F-97 (Jim Gray) Park: $1.26 million
• F-101(North Hayden) Park: $577,599
Consultant PM: Mark Baginski
Size: 3.6 acres total
Schedule:
• F-94 (Kay Sakamoto) Park: Completed 2021
• F-95 (Beverley Bos) Park: Completed 2018
• F-97 (Jim Gray) Park: Completed 2019
• F-101(North Hayden) Park: Completed 2021
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TAMIEN PARK, SAN JOSE
Project Description: Verde Design was selected by the City
of San Jose (City) to provide two concept plans, a preferred
concept, construction documents, bidding, and construction
assistance for the City's Tamien Park. Included in Phase
1 of the 3.67-acre park design, is a new parking lot, a pre-
fabricated restroom/storage building, security lighting with
power outlets, shade structures, picnic and play opportunities.
Additional features of the park include a post -tension slab
basketball court, synthetic turf volleyball court, youth play
area, game tables, ornamental fencing, stone pilasters,
signage, pervious and impervious paving, site -specific
improvements, drought -tolerant planting, and an MWELO-
compliant pump and irrigation system that is designed to be
switched over to recycled water when it becomes available.
In Spring 2021, Verde Design completed Phase II additions
to the park, which included a natural grass multi -use field
with accompanying shade structures, perimeter all-weather
walking/running path, and field netting. An outdoor fitness/
exercise area is provided with additional seating and shade.
The park is designed to have direct linkage to the train station
upon build out. A perimeter pathway encompasses the new
field with raised planting beds. A solar lighting was also
installed for safety and emergency lighting.
Program:
Phase I
• Play area and custom playhouse and features
• Picnic and seating areas
• Basketball court and synthetic turf volleyball court
• Pathways, raised planters with seat walls
• Specialty fencing, custom site furnishings, and lighting
• Pre -fabricated restroom/storage building
• Parking lot with permeable paving
Phase II
• Natural grass multi -use field with field fencing
• All-weather perimeter walking/running path
• Exercise/fitness area with shade structures
• Solar lighting
Services: Conceptual design, design development,
construction and bid documents, specifications, cost
estimates, bidding, and construction administration services
Size: 3.6 acres total
Client: City of San Jose
Chris Mastrodicasa, Landscape Architect
200 East Santa Clara Street, 6th Floor
San Jose, CA 95113-1905
408.535.8416 1 chris.mastrodicasa@sanjoseca.gov
Consultant PM: Todd Young
Construction Cost:
• Phase L $2.8 million
• Phase ll: $2.1 million
Schedule:
• Phase I: Construction completed August 2017
• Phase II: Construction completed June 2021
SPORT PLANNING & DESIGN is
JOHN D MORGAN PARK, CAMPBELL
Project Description: The City's grand vision has been to
provide recreation and learning opportunities to a large part of
the population previously underserved and set out to create
an all-inclusive play area within the mature John D Morgan
Park. The City engaged the PRC and established an Ad
Hoc subcommittee to lead the design process. Community
engagement was integral in developing the park site through
several workshops and lead to the'Play in the Trees' theme
and play features.
The existing site was well established but working within
the existing forested site and underground root systems
required an adept team to keep the project moving in a
timely efficient process. The site also included underground
utilities within easements that were protected in place during
construction but required a team effort from manufacturer
to installer to avoid field conflicts. The playground amenities
allow users of all levels to play side by side without barriers
and the introduction of a picture exchange communication
board (PECS) for non verbal park users. This may be the
first installation of a PECS board in a public park in northern
California.
Program:
• New play structure wheelchair accessible at upper and
lower elevations and without barriers
• Engagement berm with slides and climbers
• Swing and sway zone
• Tot play zone and spinner zone
Accessible drinking fountain, pathways and picnic areas,
variety of seating options, and traditional benches
Services: Site design, planting and irrigation design,
stormwater management, construction documents, and
construction administration services
Client: City of Campbell
Fred Ho, Senior Civil Engineer
70 North First Street
vCampbell, CA 95008
408.866.2156 1 fredh@cityofcampbell.com
American Public Works Association (APWA)
2022 Project of the Year (Env/Parks < $2 M)
Size:1 acre
Consultant PM: Todd Young
Construction Cost: $1.4 million
Schedule: Construction completed December 2021
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1 f,
F. REFERENCES
PROJECT EXAMPLES
Please see the below five (5) client references where we have
completed multiple projects or are currently in the design phase
of stated project(s). Our project services for each project may
have included one or more of the following: master planning,
community outreach, site design, construction documents, and
construction administration services. The year denoted next to
each project is the completion year of services, and "current" if
the project is active.
1. CITY OF BAKERSFIELD
Navdip Grewal, Project Manager
1600 Truxtun Avenue, Bakersfield CA 93306
415.999.65481 ngrewal@bakersfleldcity.us
Projects Completed:
• Kaiser Permanente Sports Village (current)
2. CITY OF CATHEDRAL CITY
John Corella, Dir. of Engineering/ Public Works
68-700Avenida Lalo Guerrero, Cathedral City, CA92234
760.770.0340 1 Jcorella@cathedralcity.gov
Projects Completed:
Dream Homes Park (current)
Dream Homes Park Master Plan (2021)
3. CITY OF BURBANK
Nick Heilein, Assistant Superintendent of Business
24930 Avenue Stanford, Santa Clarita, CA 91355
661.295,5306 1 nheinlein@saugus.org
Projects Completed:
• Brace Canyon Park (current)
4. CITY OF SUNNYVALE
Jim Stark, Superintendent of Parks Department, Public Works
6221 Commercial Street, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
408.730.7596 1 jstark@sunnyvale.ca.gov
Projects Completed:
• Community Center Grounds (current)
• Lakewood Park (current)
• Fair Oaks Park (2022)
5. CITY OF ROSEVILLE
Tara Gee, Park Planning and Development Superintendent
316 Vernon Street Roseville CA 95678
916.774.5220 1 tgee@roseville.ca.us
Projects Completed:
• Gibson Park (current)
• Roseville Regional Soccer Complex (current)
• Riego Creek Park (current)
• F-94 (Kay Sakamoto) Park (2021)
• F-97 (Jim Gray) Park (2019)
• F-101(North Hayden) Park (2021)
• Pistachio Park (2019)
• F-95 (Beverley Bos) Park (2018)
6. CITY OF SANTA ANA*
This project was completed by Chris Giannini, our proposed
project mamager, while with a previous firm. While the project
was completed outside of 5 years, we have included as an
additional reference project as it was directly for the City and
City's project manager at the time.
Suzi Furjanic, Project Manager
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA 92701
714.571.42411 sfurjanic@santa-ana.org
Projects Completed:
• Memorial Lane Park (2016)
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Appendix
ATTACMMIT3-1: NON-COLLUSIONAFFIDAM
CERTIFICATIONS
NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT
(Title 23 United States Code Section 112 and
Public Contract Code Section 7106)
To the CITYOF SANTAANADEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
In accordance with Title 23 United States Code Section 112 and Public Contract Code 7106 the BIDDER
declares that the bid is not made in the interest of, or on behalf of any undisclosed person, partnership,
company, association, organization, or corporation; that the bid is genuine and not collusive or sham; that
the BIDDER has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other BIDDBR to put in a false or sham
bid, and has not directly or indinectly colluded, conspired, connived or agreed with any BIDDER or anyone
else to put in a sham bid, or that anyone shall refrain from bidding; that the BIDDER has not in any
manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement, communication, or conference with anyone to fix the
bid price of the BIDDER or any BIDDER, or to fix any overhead, profit, or cost element of the bid price,
or of that of any other BIDDER, or to secure any advantage against the public body awarding the contract
of anyone interested in the proposed contract; that all, statements contained in the bid are true; and, further,
that the BIDDER has not, directly or indirectly, submitted his or her bid price or any breakdown thereof, or
the contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative thereto, or paid, and will not pay, any fee to
any corporation, partnership, company association, organization, bid depository, or to any member cr agent
thereof to effectuate a col usive or sham bid
Note: The above Non -collusion Affidavit is part of the Proposal Signing this Proposal on the
signature portion thereof shall also constitute signature of this Non -collusion Affidavit. BIDDERS
are cautioned that `making a false certification may subject the certifier to criminal prosecution.
/ j Signed &o < /aId�
State of California
County of
Subscribed and sworn to (or affirmed) before me on this day of 20_, by
proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evDonce to be the persons) who appeared
before me.
Notary Public Signature Notary Public Seal
(VOTARY PUBLIC ,g6��
SEE ATTACHED Marc% 15� a o2 3
City of Santa Ana RFP 22-097
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Appendix
ATTAC EVIENT 3-2: NON -LOBBYING CERTIFICATION
CERTIFICATIONS
The prospective participant certifies, by signing and submitting this bid or proposal, to the best of his or her
knowledge and belief, that:
I . No federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to
any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any federal agency, a
Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of Member of Congress
in connection with the awarding of any federal contract, the making of any federal grant, the making
of any federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation,
renewal, amendment, or modification of any federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement.
2. If any funds other than federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for
influencing or attempting to influence any officer or employee of any federal agency, a Member of
Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in
connection with this federal contract, grant loan, loan or cooperative agreement, the undersigned
shall complete and submit a"DiscInsure of Lobbying Activities".
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made
or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed
by Section 1352, Title 31, U. S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil
penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.
The prospective participant also agrees by submitting his or her bid or proposal that he or she shall require thatthe
language of this certification be included in all lower tier subcontracts, which exceed $100,000 and that all such sub
recipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.
Verde Desiqn, Inc.
Signed and Printed
Title
Date March 15, 2023
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Appendix
ATTACHMENT 3-3: NON-DISCRINIINATION CERTIFICATION
CERTIFICATIONS
The undersigned consultant or corporate officer, during the performance of this contract, certifies as
follows:
The Consultant shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of
race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. The Consultant shall take affirmative action to ensure
that applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment without, regard to
their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Such action shall include, but not be limited to, the
following: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising;
layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training,
including apprenticeship. The Consultant agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to
employees and applicants for employment, notices to be provided setting forth the provisions of this
nondiscrimination clause.
2. The Consultant shall, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of
the Consultant, state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without
regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
3. The Consultant shall send to each labor union or representative of workers with which he/she has a
collective bargaining agreement or other contract or understanding, a notice to be provided addling
the said labor union or workers' representatives of the Consultant's commitments under this section,
and shall post copies of the notice in conspicuous places available to employees and applicants for
employment.
4. The Consultant shall comply with all provisions of Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965,
and of the rules, regulations, and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor.
5. The Consultant shall furnish all information and reports required by Executive Order 11246 of
September 24, 1965, and by rules, regulations, and orders of the Secretary of Labor, or pursuant
thereto, and will permit access to his/her books, records, and accounts by the administering agency
and the Secretary of Labor for purposes of investigation, to ascertain compliance with such rules,
regulations, and orders.
6. In the event of the Consultant's non-compliance with the nondiscrimination clauses of this contract
or with any of the said rules, regulations, or orders, the contract may be canceled, terminated, or
suspended in whole or in part and the Consultant may be declared ineligible for further Government
contracts or federally assisted construction contracts in accordance with procedures authorized in
Execution Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, and such other sanctions may be unposed and
remedies invoked as provided in Executive Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, or by rule,
regulations, or order of the Secretary of Labor, or as otherwise provided by law.
7. The Consultant shall include the portion of the sentence immediately preceding paragraph (1) and
the provisions of paragraphs (1) through (7) in every subcontract or purchase order unless exempted
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by rules, regulations, or orders of the Secretary of Labor issued pursuant to Section 204 of Executive
Order 11246 of September 24, 1965, so that such provisions will be binding upon each subcontract
or purchase order as the administering agency may direct as means of enforcing such provisions,
including sanctions for noncompliance; provided, however, that in the event the Consultant becomes
involved in, or is threatened with, litigation with a sub -consultant or vendor as a result of such
direction by the administering agency, the Consultant may request that the United States enter into
such litigation to protect the interests of the United States.
8. Pursuant to California Labor Code Section 1735, as added by Chapter 643 Stats. 1939, and as
amended,
No discrimination shall be made in the employment of persons upon public works because of race,
religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicaps, mental condition, marital status, or
sex of such persons, except as provided in Section 1420, and any consultant of public works violating
this Section is Esuctllthe nalne , nposed for a violation of the Chapter.
Signed: ✓
Tale: Principal
Firm: Verde Design, Inc.
Date: March 15, 2023
LANDS �(iVPEV/JA HITEJU /dl;11 IL EENdGINEERING • S/6PORT PLANNT & DESIGN ZQ
EXHIBIT C
COMPENSATION
Consultant's Fee Proposal including hourly rates if applicable
[$I
VERDE DESIGN
Charge Rate Schedule
Effective until December 31, 2023
The following chart outlines the current charge rate for professional and office costs. Reimbursable rates and
expenses are shown at the bottom.
Project Rates
Principal
$265.00
per hour
Project Manager/Construction Manager
Level Four
$250.00
per hour
Level Three
$230.00
per hour
Level Two
$185.00
per hour
Level One
$170.00
per hour
Project Engineer
Level II
$190.00
per hour
Level)
$175.00
per hour
IT Manager
$185.00
per hour
CAD Manager
$180.00
per hour
Project Designer
$165.00
per hour
Job Captain/Staff Engineer/Construction Administrator
$155.00
per hour
Draftsperson Level II
$150.00
per hour
Draftsperson Level)
$145.00
per hour
Project Administrator
$90.00
per hour
Intern
$80.00
per hour
Reimbursable Rates
Blueprints, Printing and Reproductions Cost plus 10%
Sub Consultant Services Cost plus 10%
Reimbursable Expenses
Blueprints and Reproductions Travel Expenses
Photography Parking and Toll Expenses
Models and Renderings Permit Fees
Postage/Overnight Mail Service Courier Delivery Service
Charge Rate Schedule is subject to revisions.
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Rodriguez, Teresa
From: City of Santa Ana < Certificate- request@ctrax.jdidata.com>
Sent: Monday, May 22, 2023 10:14 AM
To: chrisg@verdedesigninc.com;jennie@barnardinsurance.com; Furjanic, Suzi; Rodriguez,
Teresa
Subject: Internal Notice of Compliance
NOTICE OF COMPLIANCE
CITY STAFF: PRINT THIS PAGE AND INCLUDE WITH AGREEMENT TO THE CLERK OF THE COUNCIL
Contractor Verde Design, Inc.
Name:
Project TBD (090)
Number:
Project Consultant Agreement Between The City Of Santa Ana And Verde
Name: Design, Inc. For On -Call Landscape Architectural Services
The Certificate of Insurance (COI) submitted indicates that the coverages are in compliance with the
insurance requirements. No further action is required at this time.
The compliant coverage(s) are:
TYPE OF INSURANCE
AUTOMOBILE LIABILITY
GENERAL LIABILITY
PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY
WORKERS COMPENSATION
AND EMPLOYERS' LIABILITY
Thank you,
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