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**NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS** Posted/Mailed: June 29, 2009 HILLSBOROUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGE IS ACCEPTING SEALED PROPOSALS FOR THE FOLLOWING: RFP # 2499-09 Construction Document Plan Review, Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Inspection Services Hillsborough Community College is seeking proposals from qualified firms Licensed in Florida to provide both Construction Plan Review and Building Code Inspection Services for renovation, remodeling and new construction projects at the College’s sites which currently include four (4) Campuses and five (5) centers located in Hillsborough County. Interested firms must provide documented experience in delivering the requested services under continuous service agreements and/or repeat customers. Note that projects will vary in complexity and construction budgets are anticipated to range from $50,000 to more than $10,000,000. The firm selected must be capable of providing full range of services for plan review of construction documents in accordance with the Florida Building Code and Florida Fire Prevention Code as well as capability to provide all required building code and fire prevention code compliance inspections. A pre-proposal conference will be held July 9, 2007 at 10:00 p.m. in Room 623, District Administration Office, 39 Columbia Drive, Tampa, FL 33606. All interested contractors are strongly encouraged to attend the pre- proposal conference. All proposals must be delivered to the Purchasing Office, Room 623, 39 Columbia Dr., (Davis Island), Tampa, Florida 33606-3584 or mailed to the Purchasing Department, P.O. Box 31127, Tampa, Florida 33631-3127, to be received before 1:00 p.m. on July 29, 2009 at which time all proposals will be publicly opened and read. Proposals may not be faxed. Proposals must be clearly identified on the outside of the envelope as: REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL # 2499-09 Construction Document Plan Review, Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Inspection Services The complete Notice of Request for Proposals, which includes submittal requirements and evaluation criteria, will be posted on the College’s website at http://www.hccfl.edu/purchasing/Bidpage.asp . Addenda and other information will also be posted on the website throughout the solicitation process. Potential offerors are encouraged to monitor the

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**NOTICE OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS**Posted/Mailed: June 29, 2009

HILLSBOROUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGEIS ACCEPTING SEALED PROPOSALS FOR THE FOLLOWING:

RFP # 2499-09Construction Document Plan Review, Building Code and Fire

Prevention Code Inspection Services

Hillsborough Community College is seeking proposals from qualified firms Licensed in Florida to provide both Construction Plan Review and Building Code Inspection Services for renovation, remodeling and new construction projects at the College’s sites which currently include four (4) Campuses and five (5) centers located in Hillsborough County. Interested firms must provide documented experience in delivering the requested services under continuous service agreements and/or repeat customers. Note that projects will vary in complexity and construction budgets are anticipated to range from $50,000 to more than $10,000,000. The firm selected must be capable of providing full range of services for plan review of construction documents in accordance with the Florida Building Code and Florida Fire Prevention Code as well as capability to provide all required building code and fire prevention code compliance inspections.

A pre-proposal conference will be held July 9, 2007 at 10:00 p.m. in Room 623, District Administration Office, 39 Columbia Drive, Tampa, FL 33606. All interested contractors are strongly encouraged to attend the pre-proposal conference.

All proposals must be delivered to the Purchasing Office, Room 623, 39 Columbia Dr., (Davis Island), Tampa, Florida 33606-3584 or mailed to the Purchasing Department, P.O. Box 31127, Tampa, Florida 33631-3127, to be received before 1:00 p.m. on July 29, 2009 at which time all proposals will be publicly opened and read. Proposals may not be faxed. Proposals must be clearly identified on the outside of the envelope as: REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL # 2499-09 Construction Document Plan Review, Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Inspection Services

The complete Notice of Request for Proposals, which includes submittal requirements and evaluation criteria, will be posted on the College’s website at http://www.hccfl.edu/purchasing/Bidpage.asp. Addenda and other information will also be posted on the website throughout the solicitation process. Potential offerors are encouraged to monitor the website throughout the solicitation process and prior to submitting proposals. Please review the information on the website prior to submitting questions to Vonda Melchior, Director of Purchasing, via facsimile at (813) 253-7561. Contact with anyone other than the procurement officer may result in the rejection of your proposal.

The College will not be responsible for any delays in delivery of proposals. HCC encourages the participation of women/minority-owned business enterprises (W/MBE) and subcontractors.

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Rebecca Morrison, Buyer, FCCM Vonda Melchior, Director of Purchasing(813) 253-7151 (813) 253-7060

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Hillsborough Community CollegeRFP # 2499-09

Construction Document Plan Review, Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Inspection Services

TABLE OF CONTENTS

TERMS AND CONDITIONS.......................................................................................................................................3

SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS...................................................................................................................8

OVERVIEW........................................................................................................................................................................9

SCOPE OF WORK........................................................................................................................................................10

EVALUATION CRITERIA...........................................................................................................................................11

SUBMITTALS.................................................................................................................................................................12

PROPOSAL RESPONSE FORM.............................................................................................................................13

EXHIBIT A.......................................................................................................................................................................22

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS...................................................................................................................22

EXHIBIT B.......................................................................................................................................................................23

CAMPUSES AND CENTERS........................................................................................................................23

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS

RFP TERMS

In ALL cases where the terms “Bid” or “Bidder” are indicated in the “Terms and Conditions” of this RFP, responders to this Request for Proposal must consider these terms to refer to “RFP” and “Vendors” submitting RFPs. This RFP will in all cases be evaluated as a Request for Proposal and will not be evaluated as a “Bid” that is awarded solely on the basis of lowest price or highest commission.

GENERAL INFORMATION

These specifications constitute the complete set of specification requirements and RFP forms. The RFP is to be filled in, signed, and the entire document sealed in an envelope bearing the RFP number on the outside and mailed or presented to the Purchasing Department on or before the specified time and date.

The responsibility of getting the RFP to Hillsborough Community College on or before the specified time and date will be solely and strictly the responsibility of the vendor. Hillsborough Community College will in no way be responsible for delays caused by the United States Postal Service delivery or a delay caused by any other occurrence. Offers by telephone or telegram will not be accepted. If using an express mail service, be sure to use the College’s street address and zip code. DO NOT USE P. O. BOX Number and ZIP CODE.

The RFP time will be and must be scrupulously observed. Under no circumstances will RFPs delivered after the time specified be considered. Such RFPs will be returned to the vendor unopened.

Vendors will not be allowed to withdraw or modify their RFPs after the opening time and date unless invited to by the College. Upon becoming public information, RFP files may be examined during normal working hours, by appointment. For information concerning this RFP, please contact:

Vonda F. MelchiorDirector of Purchasing

Hillsborough Community CollegeP. O. Box 31127

Tampa, Florida 33631-3127Telephone: (813) 253-7060 Facsimile: (813) 253-7561

H.C.C. PRIVILEGES

Hillsborough Community College reserves the right to accept or to reject any or all RFPs and to make the award to the vendor, who in the opinion of Hillsborough Community College, will be in the best interest of and/or the most advantageous to Hillsborough Community College. Hillsborough Community College also reserves the right to reject the RFP of any vendor who has previously failed in the proper performance of an award or to deliver on time contracts of a similar nature or who is not in a position to perform properly under this award. Hillsborough Community College also reserves the right to evaluate vendor’s performance based on any references which the College may request from other entities. Hillsborough Community College reserves the right to inspect all facilities of vendors in order to make a determination as to the foregoing.

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RIGHT TO WAIVE RE-PROPOSE

Hillsborough Community College reserves the right to waive irregularities and technicalities and request re-proposals.

RESPONSIBILITY OF VENDOR

The vendor shall be responsible for reading very carefully, and understanding completely, the requirements and the scope of work of the items contained in this RFP. RFP time will be and must be scrupulously observed. Under no circumstances will RFPs delivered after the time specified be considered. Such RFPs shall be returned to the vendor unopened with the notation, “This RFP was received after the time designated for the receipt and opening of RFP.”

RFP ERRORS

In the case of error in the extensions of RFP prices, the unit prices will govern. RFPs having erasures or corrections must be initialed in ink by the offeror.

CLAIMS

Successful offerors will be responsible for making any and all claims against carriers for missing or damaged items.

OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND HEALTH ACT

Vendor certifies that all material, equipment, etc., contained in this bid meets all O.S.H.A. requirements. Vendor further certifies that, if they are the successful bidder, and the material, equipment, etc., delivered is subsequently found to be deficient in any O.S.H.A. requirement in effect on date of delivery, all costs necessary to bring the material, equipment, etc., into compliance with the aforementioned requirements shall be borne by the vendor.

FORMAL RFPs

Offers by telephone or telegram will not be accepted. RFP files may be examined during normal working hours by appointment.

ALTERNATES

The determination as to whether any alternate product or service is or is not equal shall be made by the College and such determination shall be final and binding upon all offerors.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST

The award hereunder is subject to provisions of Chapter 112, Florida Statutes. All vendors must disclose with their RFP the name of any officer, director or agent who is also an employee of Hillsborough Community College. Further, all vendors must disclose the name of any College employee who owns, directly or indirectly, an interest of more than five per cent (5%) in the vendor’s firm, subsidiaries, branches, or parent company.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Any deviation from specifications listed herein must be clearly indicated, otherwise it will be considered that items offered are in strict compliance with these specifications, and the successful offeror will be held responsible therefore; deviations must be explained in detail on an attached sheet(s) and itemized by number. Any item (s) that do not meet College specifications upon delivery will not be accepted and if the item cannot be brought up to specifications in a reasonable time, the Contractor will be required to compensate the College for the difference in price entailed in going to the next lowest offeror.

PROTESTS

The College’s Purchasing Rule, 5.300, is incorporated into these RFP documents by reference and shall apply except as may be modified by the terms of this RFP. Any protest concerning any claimed conflict, defect, unfairness, or ambiguity in this RFP must be filed within 72 hours following receipt of this Request for Proposals. Any protest concerning the award procedures, or intended award must be filed within 72 hours following notice of the College’s intended decisions concerning selection of the successful proposer. Failure to file a protest within the time prescribed in Section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, shall constitute a waiver of proceedings under Chapter 120, Florida Statutes.

INSPECTION OF SEALED BIDS OR PROPOSALS

In accordance with Section 119.07(3)(o), Florida Statutes, sealed bids or proposals received by the College pursuant to invitations to bid or requests for proposals are exempt from public inspection until the College provides notice of a decision or intended decision pursuant to Section 120.57(3), Florida Statutes, or within ten (10) days after bid or proposal opening, whichever is earlier.

PUBLIC RECORDS

Any material submitted in response to this RFP will become a public document pursuant to Section 119.07, Florida Statutes. This includes material which the responding proposer might consider to be confidential or a trade secret. Any claim of confidentiality is waived upon submission effective after opening pursuant to Section 119.07, Florida Statutes.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

Federal, State, County and local laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations that in any manner affect the items covered herein apply. Lack of knowledge by the vendor will in no way be a cause for relief from responsibility.

FEDERAL AND STATE TAX

Hillsborough Community College is exempt from Federal Tax, State Sales and Service Tax and State Tax for Tangible Personal Property. The Manager of Purchasing will sign exemption certification certificates submitted by the successful vendor. Vendors or contractors doing business with Hillsborough Community College shall not be exempted from paying sales tax to their suppliers for materials to fulfill contractual obligations with Hillsborough Community College, nor shall any vendor/contractor be authorized to use the College tax exemption number in securing such materials.

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CONTINGENT FEES

The proposer warrants that no person or selling agency has been employed or retained to solicit or secure a contract herewith for a commission, percentage, brokerage or contingent fee, excepting bona fide employees or bona fide established commercial or selling agencies maintained by the proposer for the purpose of securing business. For breach of violation of this warrant, the Board shall have the right to annul any resolving contract without liability or, in its decision, to deduct from the contract price without consideration or otherwise recover the full amount of such commissions, percentage, brokerage or contingent fee.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Hillsborough Community College encourages the participation of minority/women Business Enterprises (M/WBE), in all contracts, subcontracts and joint ventures associated with this project. No person, agency or company shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise discriminated against in connection with the award and performance of any Hillsborough Community College procurement on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, disability or marital status.  The College is committed to actively soliciting bids from businesses owned by females and minorities as well as from businesses that make good faith efforts to provide bid opportunities to women and minority-owned subcontractors. Additionally, the College encourages all contractors to make a good faith effort to provide bid opportunities to women and minority-owned subcontractors and to commit a portion of the contracted amount with capable W/MBE subcontractors.  However, the College does not require a percentage of W/MBE’s participation for this project. The successful offeror will be required to meet each of the following requirements with regard to women-owned and minority businesses.  A. Publicly report to the College’s Board of Trustees the intended percentage of

W/MBE participation for this project.

B. Publicly report to the College’s Board of Trustees the plan for ensuring that W/MBE’s are provided the opportunity to compete for subcontracted work for this project.

C. Report regularly throughout the project to staff and the College’s Board of Trustees the efforts being made to provide bid opportunities to W/MBE firms.

D. Report regularly throughout the project to staff and the College’s Board of Trustees the company names, dollar amounts, and type of work subcontracted to W/MBE subcontractors.

E. Provide other data as may be needed in order for the College to prepare reports regarding W/MBE activities.

F. Provide other data as may be needed in order for the College to prepare reports regarding W/MBE contract activities as required by the State of Florida.

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PUBLIC ENTITY

A person or affiliate who has been placed on the convicted vendor list following a conviction for a public entity crime may not submit a bid on a contract to provide any goods or services to a public entity, may not submit a bid on a contract with a public entity for the construction or repair of a public building or public work, may not bid on leases or real property to a public entity, may not be awarded or perform work as a contractor, supplier, subcontractor, or consultant under a contract with any public entity in excess of the threshold amount provided in Section 287.017, for CATEGORY TWO for a period of thirty-six (36) months from the date of being placed on the convicted vendor list.

TERMINATION OF CONTRACT

The College may terminate this contract by giving the Contractor at least thirty (30) days written notice before the effective termination date, in which event; Contractor will be entitled to receive equitable compensation for authorized work that is satisfactorily completed on the termination date.

INDEMNIFICATION

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Contractor shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the College, its agents, officers, officials and employees and volunteers, from and against all claims, damages, losses and expenses (including court costs and attorney fees) arising from the acts, errors, mistakes, omissions, work or service of Contractor, its agents, employees or any of the Contractor’s subcontractors in the performance of this contract.

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Hillsborough Community CollegeRFP # 2499-09

Construction Document Plan Review, Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Inspection Services

SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

PROJECT TIMELINE

RFP Issued 06/29/2009Pre-Proposal Meeting 07/09/2009Questions Due 07/15/2009 COBProposals Due 07/29/2009 before 1:00 p.m.Committee Evaluation of Proposals 08/11/2009 Determination of Contractor to be Recommended 08/11/2009Recommendation for Award to Board of Trustees 09/15/2009Contract Award Date 09/15/2009

PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCEA pre-proposal conference will be held July 09, 2009 at 1:30 p.m. in Room 623, District Administration Office, 39 Columbia Drive, Tampa, FL 33606.

DUPLICATE COPIES OF PROPOSALIt is requested that an original (marked original) and five (5) copies of the entire Proposal Form be submitted.

TERM OF CONTRACTThe term of this contract will be for one year with an option to renew for four additional years one year at a time. SUBCONTRATORSThe successful contractor will be required to furnish a list of subcontractors.

ERRORS AND OMISSIONSThe selected successful proposer will be required to carry insurance against errors and omissions or professional liability for the duration of this contract. In most cases we will require $2,000,000 per occurrence and $3,000,000 aggregate; however, increased risk exposure may require additional coverage.

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Hillsborough Community CollegeRFP # 2499-09

Construction Document Plan Review, Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Inspection Services

OVERVIEW

Hillsborough Community College will receive proposals for the furnishing construction document plan review, building code and fire prevention codes inspection services for renovation, remodeling and new construction projects at the College’s sites which currently include four campuses and five centers located in Hillsborough County as listed in Exhibit B.

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Hillsborough Community CollegeRFP # 2499-09

Construction Document Plan Review, Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Inspection Services

SCOPE OF WORK

Provide on call construction plan review, building and fire code enforcement inspections for renovation, remodeling and construction projects of varying scope and complexity.

1. Provide construction plan review services to determine that plans submitted for purposes of obtaining building and other permits comply with the applicable building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical, gas, fire prevention, energy, accessibility, and other applicable construction codes.

2. Provide the following categories of building code inspection services:

(a) Building - inspects and determines that buildings and structures are constructed in accordance with the provisions of the Florida Building Code and other governing building codes and state accessibility laws.

(b) Electrical -inspects and determines the electrical safety of college buildings and structures by inspecting for compliance with the provisions of the National Electrical Code.

(c) Mechanical - inspects and determines that the mechanical installations and systems for college buildings and structures are in compliance with the provisions of the governing mechanical code.

(d) Plumbing - inspects and determines that the plumbing installations and systems for college buildings and structures are in compliance with the provisions of the governing plumbing code.

(e) Fire safety - inspects and determines that the all fire safety and fire alarm systems installations for college buildings and structures are in compliance with the provisions of the Florida Fire Prevention Code and other governing fire safety codes.

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Construction Document Plan Review, Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Inspection Services

EVALUATION CRITERIA

It is the College’s intent to award a contract to the best overall proposer as determined solely by the College. Proposals should specifically address each of the evaluation criteria outlined below relative to the desired results described in the Scope of Work of this RFP, and in any addenda issued. It is appropriate to emphasize that the lowest priced proposal may not be the best overall proposal.

The College reserves the right to consider all relevant and reasonable criteria, which may or may not be expressed in this request for proposal, in selecting the successful proposer. In analyzing the proposals the College will consider (along with all other relevant and reasonable criteria) the following criteria and required information which should be tabbed and presented in the order listed:

A. Price 40%

1. Fee schedule

B. Experience 20%

1. Firm history, structure, personnel, licenses, experience

2. Documented experience of key personnel

3. Documented experience in related projects similar in scope and/or amount (list 5 projects only)

C. Ability to accomplish RFP requirements 20%

1. Ability to respond to inspection requests in a timely manner, within 24 hours after initial notification

D. Plan for accomplishing RFP requirements 10%

1. List of services that will be provided

E. References 10%

1. Submit three references for similar projects within the past five years. Include the company name, address, telephone and fax number, email address of contact and contact name and title. The College will make one attempt to contact references provided.

REQUIRED INFORMATION (Submit as a separate tab)

1. Have the appropriate level of insurance coverage outlined in Exhibit A.

2. Have neither pending litigation nor judgments which the College finds unacceptable. (Submit a written statement)

3. Provide copies of current business and professional license(s) (for verification purposes only)

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Hillsborough Community CollegeRFP # 2499-09

Construction Document Plan Review, Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Inspection Services

SUBMITTALS

Proposers are to submit the Proposal Response Form and items outlined on the Proposal Response Form. Please submit an original (marked original) and five (5) copies of all items. If additional space is needed, make copies of the pages needed.

Please note that your proposal must be submitted on the forms provided or your proposal may not be evaluated.

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Hillsborough Community CollegeRFP # 2499-09

Construction Document Plan Review, Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Inspection Services

PROPOSAL RESPONSE FORM

This form must be used and returned with your proposal. Name and Address of Company

No other form will be accepted.Please use typewriter or print legibly.

By(Authorized Signature)

(Authorized Signature typed/printed)

Telephone Number

( )

Fax Number

( )

A vendor’s application and Form W-9 must be completed in order to do business with the College. Please visit our website at

http://www.hccfl.edu/purchasing/purchasing.asp to download the forms.

If any of the evaluation criteria requested are not provided, the proposal may be disqualified and consequently evaluated as “non-

responsive.”This will result in the proposal not being evaluated.

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Submit one (1) original, so marked, and five (5) copies of all pages of this Proposal Response Form, and all items outlined within this form. Make copies of this form if additional space is needed. Submit information in the order set forth below:

A. Price:

1. Fee Schedule:

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B. Experience:

1. Firm history, structure, personnel, licenses, experience:

2. Documented experience of key personnel:

3. Documented experience in related projects similar in scope and/or amount (list 5 projects only):

a) Name of Project:

Address of Project:

Street Address City State Zip Code

Contact Person:

Telephone #: ( ) Fax #: ( )

Location within property of address:

Description of work performed by your firm for this project:

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b) Name of Project:

Address of Project:

Street Address City State Zip Code

Contact Person:

Telephone #: ( ) Fax #: ( )

Location within property of address:

Description of work performed by your firm for this project:

c) Name of Project:

Address of Project:

Street Address City State Zip Code

Contact Person:

Telephone #: ( ) Fax #: ( )

Location within property of address:

Description of work performed by your firm for this project:

d) Name of Project:

Address of Project:

Street Address City State Zip Code

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Contact Person:

Telephone #: ( ) Fax #: ( )

Location within property of address:

Description of work performed by your firm for this project:

e) Name of Project:

Address of Project:

Street Address City State Zip Code

Contact Person:

Telephone #: ( ) Fax #: ( )

Location within property of address:

Description of work performed by your firm for this project:

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C. Ability to accomplish RFP requirements:

1. Ability to respond to inspection requests in a timely manner, within 48 hours after initial notification:

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D. Plan for accomplishing RFP requirements:

1. List of services that will be provided:

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E. References:

1. Submit three (3) references for similar projects within the past five (5) years. Include the company name, address, telephone and fax numbers, the contact person’s name, title, and email address.

a.) Company Name:

Address:

Street Address City State Zip Code

Telephone #: ( ) Fax #: ( )

Contact Person’s Name & Title:

Contact Person’s Email Address:

b.) Company Name:

Address:

Street Address City State Zip Code

Telephone #: ( ) Fax #: ( )

Contact Person’s Name & Title:

Contact Person’s Email Address:

c.) Company Name:

Address:

Street Address City State Zip Code

Telephone #: ( ) Fax #: ( )

Contact Person’s Name & Title:

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Contact Person’s Email Address:

REQUIRED INFORMATION:

Submit information demonstrating the following:

1. Have the appropriate level of insurance coverage outlined in Exhibit A.

2. Have neither pending litigations nor judgments which the College finds unacceptable. (submit a written statement)

3. Provide copies of current business and professional license(s) for verification purposes only.

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EXHIBIT AINSURANCE REQUIREMENTS

The Contractor shall purchase and maintain during the life of any project, in a company or companies licensed to do business in the State of Florida and acceptable to the Owner, such insurance as shall fully protect him, the Owner, the Engineer, and any Subcontractor performing work covered by this Contract from any and all claims, including bodily injury, property damage or personal injury which may arise or result from the Contractor’s operations under the Contract.

1. As a minimum such insurance must include but not necessarily be limited to:

a. Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability insurance.b. Motor Vehicle Liability insurance, covering all motor vehicles, whether owned,

non-owned, or hired.c. Comprehensive General Liability insurance with Broad Form Liability

endorsement.

2. Insurance required by subparagraphs above shall be written for not less than any limits of liability required by law or by those shown below, whichever is greater:

a. Worker’s CompensationApplicable Federal and State................StatutoryEmployer Liability.................................$500,000

b. Comprehensive General LiabilityBodily Injury:Each occurrence ..................................$1,000,000Aggregate.............................................$2,000,000

Personal Injury:Each person aggregate:........................$1,000,000General aggregate:...............................$2,000,000

Property Damage including completed Operation Broad Form:Each Occurrence..................................$1,000,000Aggregate.............................................$2,000,000

c. Automobile Liability (owned, non-owned, hired)Bodily Injury, each person:...................$1,000,000Bodily Injury, each occurrence:............$1,000,000Property Damage, each occurrence:....$1,000,000

d. Property Insurance – All – risk full insurable value of workInsurance carrier must be rated an excellent or better A.M. Best Company.

3. Prior to commencement of the work, Contractor shall furnish to Owner certified copies of Certificates of Insurance, all policies, including all endorsements thereto. Thirty (30) days notice of cancellation must be provided. Such certificates, policies and endorsements shall specifically set forth evidence of all coverage required. During the term of this Contract, Contractor shall furnish to the Owner copies of any endorsements issued amending any such required insurance.

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Contractor shall be responsible for materials not installed as well as tools and equipment and supplies to be used on the job and insurance for such property to be furnished by the Contractor.

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EXHIBIT BCAMPUSES AND CENTERS

Brandon Campus10414 E. Columbus Dr.Tampa, FL 33619

Dale Mabry Campus4001 W. Tampa Bay Blvd.Tampa, FL 33614

Plant City Campus1206 North Park Rd.Plant City, FL 33566

Ybor City Campus2112 N. 15th St.Tampa, FL 33675

District Administrative Offices39 Columbia Dr.Tampa, FL 31127

Cockroach Bay4241 Lavender Rd.Ruskin, FL 33570

English Creek2930 State Road 60 E.Plant City, FL 33566

Southshore Center551 24th St North East Ruskin, FL 33570-5239

Workforce & Public Service Training Center510 East Columbus DriveTampa, Florida 33619

STATEMENT OF NO PROPOSAL

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If you do not intend to submit a proposal for this project,please return this form immediately. Thank you.

Hillsborough Community CollegeDistrict Administrative OfficeVonda Melchior, Purchasing DirectorP.O. Box 31127Tampa, FL 33631-3127

Dear Ms. Melchior:

We, the undersigned, have declined to submit a proposal in response to your RFP # 2376-06 for Construction Document Plan Review, Building Code and Fire Prevention Code Inspection Services for the following reason(s):

Specifications too “tight” (Explain below)

Insufficient time to respond to the Request for Proposal

We do not offer this service

Our schedule would not permit us to perform in the time allotted

Unable to meet the RFP requirements

Unable to meet the bond requirements

Specifications unclear (Explain below)

Other (Specify below)

Remarks:

We understand that if this “Statement of No Proposal” is not executed and returned, our name may be deleted from future solicitation lists for Hillsborough Community College. Signature of Authorized Agent Date

Printed Name of Authorized Agent Title

Firm Name Website

( ) - ( ) - Phone Number Fax Number Email Address

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