The City of Vancouver has awarded a contract to Brown and Caldwell for the design of a Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) treatment system at Water Station 9. The contract includes provisions for payment, insurance, and termination. The City and the vendor will work together to provide the services, and the vendor will provide deliverables, including documents and other work products. The contract also includes provisions for audits, public disclosure, and intellectual property. The total compensation for the contract is not to exceed $1,332,000.00 USD. Key aspects of the contract include:
• The contract term is from February 15, 2025, to February 14, 2026, with the option to renew for up to four additional years.
• The vendor will provide consulting services to develop final plans and specifications for the design of the PFAS treatment system.
• The City will pay the vendor on a monthly basis, and the vendor will submit invoices to the City.
• The contract includes provisions for insurance, including commercial general liability, commercial automobile liability, and workers' compensation.
• The vendor will maintain the confidentiality of all City data in its possession and will comply with applicable laws and regulations.
• The contract includes provisions for termination, including termination for convenience and termination for material breach.