On Call Architect Services

This contract is for on-call architect services provided by Swaim Associates, Ltd. to the City of Tucson. The contract has a term of 4 years, starting from February 28, 2023, and ending on February 27, 2027. The contract has a budget of $389,143.13. The scope of work includes providing architectural services as needed by the City of Tucson. The contract also includes provisions for termination, disputes, and compliance with federal regulations. Some of the key points of the contract include: * The City of Tucson has the right to terminate the contract at any time with or without cause. * The contractor must comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations. * The contractor must provide proof of insurance and hold harmless the City of Tucson from any claims or damages. * The contract includes provisions for conflicts of interest, employment and training opportunities for low-income persons, and energy efficiency. * The contract also includes provisions for prevailing wages, non-applicability of fair housing requirements in Indian housing authority contracts, and prohibition against liens. Some of the benefits of this contract to the City of Tucson include: * Having access to on-call architect services as needed. * Being able to terminate the contract at any time if the services are not satisfactory. * Being protected from claims or damages through the hold harmless provision. * Being able to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local laws and regulations. * Being able to promote employment and training opportunities for low-income persons. * Being able to ensure energy efficiency in the projects undertaken by the contractor.