2002-007-PEDCR
PARIS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-007
A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE PARIS
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION ACCEPTING A REVISED
PROPOSAL FROM GRAEBER, SIMONS & COWAN FOR
PROFESSIONAL ARCIDTECTURAL SERVICES RELATED TO THE
MASTER PLANNING AND DESIGN OF A BUSINESS PARK IN PARIS;
AUTHORIZING A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT IN
ACCORDANCE WITH SAID REVISED PROPOSAL; MAKING OTHER
FINDINGS AND PROVISIONS RELATED TO THE SUBJECT; AND
DECLARING AN EFFECTIVE DA TE.
WHEREAS, the Paris Economic Development Corporation is need of master planning
services related to a business park in Paris; and,
WHEREAS, Graeber, Simons & Cowan has made a proposal to perform such services,
and the Board of Directors of the Paris Economic Development Corporation by Resolution No.
2002-005 adopted August 21, 2002, accepted said proposal contingent upon resolving certain
terms and conditions stated in said proposal to the satisfaction of the City Attorney; and,
WHEREAS, Graeber, Simons & Cowan has subsequently submitted a revised proposal
for consideration by the Board of Directors for approval and to be used in the preparation of a
professional services contract for the same; NOW, THEREFORE,
BE IT RESOLVED BY
CORPORATION:
THE PARIS
ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
Section 1. That the findings set out in the preamble to this resolution are hereby in all
things approved.
Section 2. That the revised proposal of Graeber, Simons & Cowan, dated October 15,
2002, or as otherwise dated on Exhibit A attached hereto and incorporated herein for all purposes,
be, and the same is hereby, accepted.
Section 3. That the President of the Board, be, and he is hereby, authorized and directed
to execute, on behalf of the Paris Economic Development Corporation, the revised proposal and
a professional services contract with Graeber, Simons & Cowan to perform master planning and
design services related to a business park in Paris.
Section 4. That this resolution shall be effective from and after its date of passage.
PASSED AND APPROVED tills 20th day of NC
Jay Guest, President
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November 19, 2002
Mr. Gary Vest, Director
Paris Economic Development Corporation
1651 Clarksvi lIe Street
Paris, Texas 75460
Re:
Paris Business Park
Paris, Texas
SUBJECT: Professional Services Proposal for Master Planning (Revised)
Dear Gary:
Pursuant to our discussions and your request, this letter and its attachment represent our revised
proposal to provide professional services to the Paris Economic Development Corporation for
master planning a business park in Paris.
As we discussed, this proposal is a menu of services that our team can provide to your group to
supplement your economic development activities. We have included all of the services you
requested in our earlier conversation, and have indicated the associated fees with each service.
You may choose the services you deem most appropriate to complement your efforts. We are
pleased to submit our planning services proposal, which is organized in the following manner:
I. PROJECT SCOPE
II. PROJECT TEAM
III. OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITIES
IV. MENU OF BASIC SERVICES
V. ADDITIONAL SERVICES
VI. COMPENSATION
VII. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
This proposal includes specific criteria discussed in previous conversations, as well as typical
master planning services encountered in this type of project. The Menu of Basic Services
provides a description of the services, deliverables, time required, and associated fees for each
of the activities we believe to be appropriate for your project.
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We are most enthusiastic about working with you and the City of Paris. This is reflected in our
fee structures and reinforced by our commitment to support your recruiting efforts. Please
review the enclosed proposal at your convenience and, if you have any comments or
questions, please contact me.
With Warmest Regards,
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Mr. Gary Vest
Proposal for Master Planning Services
Paris Business Park
November 19,2002
PAGE 1
PROJECT SCOPE
I.
This planning services proposal has been prepared for Paris Economic Development Corporation
(PEDC) for the 145 acre business park site located in Paris, Texas. It is our understanding that
the project consists of providing planning services as outlined below for the business park.
This proposal is based on the following assumptions, which are based on earlier discussions
with PEDC:
.
The project consists of the master planning of a 145 acre site in Paris, Texas for the
purposes of establishing a business park for industry.
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan will not be responsible for securing or providing payment
for any required permits. Graeber, Simmons & Cowan will be responsible for assisting
PEDC in responding to building official's comments related directly to the design and
construction of the new amenities.
PEDC will contract with a local contractor for the construction of the project.
Preparation of record documents at the completion of the project will be addressed in a
separate proposal as an additional service.
.
.
.
PROJECT TEAM
II.
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan is organized to integrate the combined skills of its staff into a
responsible and dedicated problem-solving group, supported by the remaining professional staff.
The project must be well organized so that costs are controlled and deadlines are met; therefore,
listed below are the individuals to be involved with the project and their responsibilities.
Gary Vest - Authorized Client Representative
Serves as a decision maker for the approval of design presentation. Gary's input is crucial for
coordination .md continuity, and for this reason, it is critical that he be present at all meetings.
All information from PEDC should flow through Gary, who is the only person authorized to
approve additional expenses.
A.M. Simmons - Principal-in-Charge, Graeber, Simmons & Cowan
Attends internal project review meetings and participates in the conceptual design and planning
stages of the project. Also available as required throughout all phases of the project.
Jim Shackelford - Project Manager, Graeber, Simmons & Cowan
Provides direction and coordination for all consultants and team members. Manages team
members for schedule, budget and design issues. Attends all meetings and serves as liaison with
PEDe.
Mr. Gary Vest
Proposal for Master Planning Services
Paris Business Park
November 19, 2002
PAGE 2
III.
OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITIES
A,
B.
c.
D.
PEDC will provide full information regarding requirements of the project, including
PEDe's design objectives, constraints and criteria, and project scope requirements.
PEDC will designate a representative authorized to act in the Owner's behalf with
respect to the project. The representative shall be responsible for all Owner-provided
information, data and decisions, including examination of the GS&C Team's work
product submitted, and render decisions pertaining thereto promptly to avoid
unreasonable delays.
PEDC will provide record documents of existing conditions at the proposed site,
including a certified property survey indicating the property boundaries, topography,
trees, rights-of-way, streets and roadways adjacent to the site, easements,
encroachments, deed restrictions, zoning, and utility plans of all utilities located on or
adjacent to the proposed site, including location, size and depth above or below grade.
The Owner-provided information shall also include locations, dimensions and complete
data pertaining to existing buildings or parts thereof, foundations, pipelines, driveways,
sidewalks, and other improvements. PEDC will provide copies of all environmental
surveys and assessments that have been performed related to the site.
PEDC shall furnish other services, information, surveys and reports as may be
considered within the standards of the industry, if required in order for the project to be
accomplished, Such information and services, and approvals and decisions, shall be
rendered as expeditiously as possible for the orderly progress of the project.
IV.
MENU OF BASIC SERVICES - Following is an outline of specific proposed master planning
servin's, time required, deliverables and associated fees.
A.
BUSINESS PARK MASTER PLAN
1.
Consult with PEDC to determine the goals, objectives, and requirements of the
project and projected budgets.
2,
Review existing land development ordinances, deed restrictions and other
restrictions or limitations to development and, in general, become familiar with
the pertinent development regulations.
3.
Review the requirements for elements such as existing and proposed future
roadways, planned subdivision lots and utility infrastructure, both existing and
future. We anticipate that consultation and review for items 1 and 2 above will
consist of one two-hour meeting with Paris Economic Development
Corporation.
4.
Determine the feasibility of achieving PEDe's requirements by examining
drawings and specifications of existing conditions or conducting site visits of
the proposed site.
5.
Prepare, for approval by PEDC, plans, sketches and other documentation as
may be deemed necessary to indicate the proposed land uses, lot sizes and
locations, and roadway and utility locations. The proposed plan will be
reviewed with PEDC during one two-hour meeting to finalize all plans.
Mr. Gary Vest
Proposal for Master Planning Services
Paris Business Park
November 19, 2002
PAGE 3
B.
c.
6.
This activity will be completed within thirty days of receiving Notice to Proceed
and all record documents from Paris Economic Development Corporation.
7.
The fee for this activity is:
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan:
$8,000
BUSINESS PARK DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
1.
Consult with PEDC to determine the desired business types to be recruited to
the new park.
2.
Based on the stated goals, objèctives, requirements and desired business types
to be recruited, review and select appropriate limitations and standards for
building and site design for future developments to be located within the park.
Typical elements such as floor: area ration (FAR), building heights and setbacks,
exterior material selections, parking and loading requirements, storage yard
screening, landscaping, and signage will be included in the development
standards, The standards will complement the proposed zoning for the
property. Included in this activity is the development of by-laws and covenants
for the establishment of a property owners' association to govern the
maintenance and perpetual preservation of the common areas of the park, It is
anticipated that consultation and review for items 1 and 2 will consist of one
two-hour meeting with Paris Economic Development Corporation.
3.
Prepare, for approval by PEDC, a written outline of standards to be enforced
and imposed on all future development in the park.
4.
This activity will be completed within forty-five days of receiving Notice to
Proceed from PE Dc.
5.
The fee for this activity is:
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan:
$5,000
BUSINESS PARK ENTRANCE IMAGE/SITE IDENTIFICATION DESIGN
With the approval of the Business Park Master Plan, the new park entrance image/site
identification design can be completed. This activity includes the following operations:
1.
Prepare studies to establ ish the design concept of the site identification,
indicating the size, location, types and quality of materials. It is anticipated that
the entry plan will include landscaping, lighting and irrigation systems.
2.
Prepare, for approval by PEDC, plans, sketches and other documentation as
may be deemed necessary to indicate the proposed site identification elements.
The proposed design will be reviewed with PEDC during one two-hour meeting
to finalize all plans.
3.
Complete, based on approval from PEDC, construction documents including
plans and specifications for the construction of the approved park entrance and
site identification elements.
Mr. Gary Vest
Proposal for Master Planning Services
Paris Business Park
November 19,2002
PAGE 4
D.
E.
4.
Provide a color rendering of the park entrance for use by PEDC in future
recruitment activities.
5.
This activity will be completed within forty-five days of receiving Notice to
Proceed from PE DC
6.
The fee for this activity is:
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan:
Landscape Architect:
Color Rendering:
$ 9,000
$ 6,000
$ 1,800
$16,800
Total for Entrance Design:
PHASING PLANS
Approval of the Business Park Master Plan will permit PEDC to consider phasing the
installation of infrastructure improvements and development of individual lots within
the park. If desired, assistance can be provided for determining optimum phasing of the
development of the park. This activity includes the following operations:
1.
Prepare, for approval by PEDC, drawings to indicate the number and location of
two or more phases of improvements to be installed or constructed at the
project.
2,
This activity will be completed within fourteen days of completion of the
Master Plan and authorization to proceed from PEDC
3.
The fee for this activity is:
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan:
$3,500
PERMITS
Following completion of the construction documents for the park entrance image/site
identification, Graeber, Simmons & Cowan will assist PEDC with the Owner's
responsibility for filing documents required for the approval of governmental authorities
having jurisdiction over the project. This activity includes the following:
1.
Provide copies of construction documents and submit such documents to the
authorities having jurisdiction for permitting.
2.
Respond to inquiries from authorities having jurisdiction as necessary to obtain
required permits.
3.
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan will not be responsible for providing payment for
any required permits. PEDC will provide payment for all necessary permits,
and all fees associated with permits, including plan review and plan filing fees.
4.
This activity will be completed as expeditiously as possible upon authorization
to proceed from PEDC Given the uncertain time required to obtain the
necessary permits, it is not possible to assign a fixed timeframe to this activity.
5,
The fee for this activity is:
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan:
$2,500
Mr. Gary Vest
Proposal for Master Planning Services
Paris Business Park
November 19, 2002
PAGE 5
V.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Unless otherwise noted in this proposal, services described in this section are not included in
basic planning services and will be billed on an hourly basis to PEDe. Optional Additional
Services should first be approved by PEDe. If Contingent Additional Services are required
because of circumstances beyond Graeber, Simmons & Cowan's control, Graeber, Simmons &
Cowan will notify PEDC prior to commencing such services. If PEDC deems that such services
described as Contingent Additional Services are not required, PEDC will provide prompt written
notice to Graeber, Simmons & Cowan and thereby release Graeber, Simmons & Cowan from
any obligation to provide those services,
A.
B,
CONTINGENT ADDITIONAL SERVICES
1.
Providing services to verify the accuracy of drawings or other information
furnished by PEDe.
2.
Making revisions in drawings, schedules, specifications, or other documents
based on programming or design changes when such revisions are inconsistent
with written approval or instructions previously given, or are required because
of revisions in codes, laws, or regulations subsequent to the preparation of such
documents, or required as a result of PEDe's failure to render decisions in a
timely manner.
3.
Preparing drawings, specifications, and other documentation and supporting
data, evaluate the contractor's proposals, and provide other services in
connection with change orders and construction change directives.
4,
Providing services related to evaluating substitutions proposed by the contractor
and to revising drawings, specifications, and other documentation resulting
therefrom.
5.
Preparing documents for alternate, separate or sequential bids and providing
out-of-sequence services requested by PEDe.
6.
Providing consultation concerning replacement of work damaged by fire or
other causes during construction, and providing services required in connection
with the replacement of such work.
OPTIONAL ADDITIONAL SERVICES
1.
Providing financial feasibility or other special studies.
2.
Providing planning surveys, evaluations or comparative studies of prospective
sites or buildings.
3.
Providing services involving travel for the purpose of evaluating systems or
materials proposed for the project.
4.
Coordinating construction performed by separate contractors or by PEDe's own
forces, and coordinating services required in connection with construction
performed and equipment supplied by PEDe.
Mr. Gary Vest
Proposal for Master Planning Services
Paris Business Park
November 19,2002
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VI.
COMPENSATION
A.
D.
5.
Preparing reproducible record drawings showing significant changes made
during the performance of the work based on marked-up prints, drawings, and
other data furnished by the construction contractor.
6.
Providing consultant services or special design services other than those listed
in earlier sections of the proposal for basic design services.
7.
Providing services for post-occupancy evaluation, maintenance programs, or
warranty review.
8.
Providing 3-D computer models, perspectives, renderings, mock"ups, models
and videos.
9.
Providing detailed estimates of construction costs.
10.
Providing any other services not included in earlier sections of this proposal or
not customarily furnished in accordance with generally accepted architectural
practice.
The following expenses will be reimbursed to Graeber, Simmons & Cowan at cost, plus
five (5) percent, excluding in-house services, which will be billed at standard rates.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Airfare, mileage and approved out-of-town expenses authorized by PEDe.
Plots, drawing reproductions, and/or photocopying services.
Film, developing, and design presentation materials.
Facsimiles and/or long-distance calls.
Courier, delivery, postage and express mail services,
Professional consultants needed to complete the project (e.g., engineers, life
safety code consultant, traffic consultant, etc.).
Fees incurred through application for any code variances (e.g., fire, health
safety).
Fees as required for review of construction documents by Texas Accessibility
Standards.
7.
8.
Charges for services are based upon the hourly rates listed below.
Principal
Project Manager
Project Architect
Architect V
Architect IV
Architect III
Spec Writer
Architect II
Architect I
Tech
Clerical
$125.00
$105.00
$ 95.00
$ 90.00
$ 80.00
$ 75.00
$ 70.00
$ 65.00
$ 60.00
$ 58.00
$ 50.00
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Proposal for Master Planning Services
Paris Business Park
November 19, 2002
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VII.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan will perform the services outlined in this agreement for the stated
fee arrangement as an additional service, subject to the conditions of our original agreement
with PEDe.
A. Unless otherwise stated, Graeber, Simmons & Cowan will have access to the site for
activities necessary for the performance of the services. The firm will take precautions
to minimize damage that could possibly result from these activities, but has not
included in the fee the cost of restoration of any resulting damage.
B.
Any claims or disputes made during design, construction or post-construction between
PEDC and Graeber, Simmons & Cowan will be submitted to non-binding mediation in
Paris, Texas prior to the commencement of any litigation. PEDC and Graeber, Simmons
& Cowan agree to include a similar mediation agreement with all contractors, sub-
consultants, suppliers, and fabricators, thereby providing for mediation as the primary
method for dispute resolution among all parties.
e.
Invoices for Graeber, Simmons & Cowan's services will be submitted, at our option,
either upon completion of such services or on a monthly basis. Invoices will be payable
within thirty (30) days after the invoice date, No deductions will be made without
itemized exceptions presented to Graeber, Simmons & Cowan within ten (10) days of
receipt of the invoice. Payment will not be delayed due to deductions, errors or
insufficient detail. Invoices not paid within thirty (30) days may be subject to a monthly
services charge of 1,5% (or the maximum legal rate, if less) and will allow Graeber,
Simmons & Cowan, without waiving any claim or right against PEDC, and without
liability whatsoever to PEDC, to terminate or withhold the performance of services. In
the event any portion or all of an invoice remains unpaid ninety (90) days after billing,
PEDC will pay all costs of collection, including actual attorney fees.
D,
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan will not be required to execute any documents that would
result in our certifying, guaranteeing or warranting the existence of conditions that
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan cannot ascertain exist.
E.
Notwithstanding any other provision of this agreement, Graeber, Simmons & Cowan
shall not be liable to PEDC for incidental, indirect, special or consequential damages or
for lost profits, savings or revenues of any kind, regardless of whether Graeber, Simmons
& Cowan has been advised of the possibility of such damages, provided, however, this
provision shall not be construed as an obligation by PEDC to indemnify Graeber,
Simmons and Cowan as to claims brought by third parties, nor shall it in any way limit
Graeber, Simmons and Cowan's obligation to perform its services hereunder to a
standard of performance consistent with the level of responsibility for other similar
professionals in the industry.
F.
This agreement may be terminated by PEDC or by Graeber, Simmons & Cowan upon
thirty (30) calendar day's written notice. All fees for services rendered, all reimbursable
expenses and reimbursable termination expenses will be paid to Graeber, Simmons &
Cowan at the time of termination.
G,
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan agrees that all plans, drawings, photographs, designs,
studies, specifications, data, computer programs, schedules, technical reports, or other
work products which are specified to be delivered pursuant to this agreement and
which are paid for by PEDC are subject to the rights of PEDC in effect at the time of
execution of this agreement. These rights include, but are not limited to, the right to
use, duplicate and disclose such itl'll1s, in whole or in part, solely for the purpose of
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Paris Business Park
November 19, 2002
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constructing, using, maintaining, repairing, remodeling or modifying the Project. If any
item produced by Graeber, Simmons & Cowan is copyrightable, Graeber, Simmons &
Cowan reserves the right to copyright it, provided that Graeber, Simmons & Cowan
hereby grants to the PEDC a royalty free, and non-exclusive license to reproduce,
publish, modify and use such items and to authorize others to do so for the purposes set
forth above. The term of such license shall be for the life of the copyright and all
extensions or renewals thereof. This license is revocable by Graeber, Simmons &
Cowan upon ten (10) days prior notice for non-payment of Graeber, Simmons &
Cowan's compensation under this agreement or for any other material, unexcused
breach of contract by the PEDC, but only until final payment is made by the PEDC to
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan; thereafter, the license shall be irrevocable.
All such items furnished or produced by Graeber, Simmons & Cowan pursuant to this
agreement are considered instruments of services with respect to this project. Nothing
contained herein authorizes the PEDC to duplicate the instruments of service in
connection with construction of a separate project substantially identical to this one on
this site or another site. Graeber, Simmons & Cowan does not represent or warrant
such items to be suitable for reuse on any other project or for any other purpose.
H.
Opinions of probable cost or evaluations by third parties will represent Graeber,
Simmons & Cowan's best judgment as professionals familiar with architecture and
interior design and do not imply that actual costs will not vary.
I.
Graeber, Simmons & Cowan reserves the right to re-negotiate this proposal if it is not
accepted and activated within thirty (30) calendar days. Project completion is estimated
on or before December 2002. Should the scope of the project be substantially
increased or decreased or the project be significantly delayed or extended, Graeber,
Simmons & Cowan reserves the right to re-negotiate the fees set forth herein or invoice
for services on an hourly basis as previously outlined.
K.
All drawings, specifications, information, reports, sources, ete. provided to Graeber,
Simmons & Cowan must document the space accurately and will be furnished at your
expense. Corrections to documents and/or site measurements resulting from inaccurate
drawings supplied to Graeber, Simmons & Cowan will be billed as additional services.
L.
If for some reason your authorized representative should change, Graeber, Simmons &
Cowan will be compensated based on the hourly rates in Section V, Compensation to
update the new representative.
If this proposal is acceptable, please sign and return both copies to Graeber, Simmons & Cowan. A copy
of the fully executed agreement will be sent to you. Thank you.
ACCEPTED BY;
PA CfNOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORP.
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