The City of Vancouver has awarded a contract to Harry's Key Service, Inc. for locksmith and door services. The contract is for an initial period of three years, with an option to extend for an additional one year. The contractor will provide onsite locksmith services on an as-needed basis and will repair or replace doors and hardware in City-owned buildings. The contract includes provisions for insurance, worker's compensation, and payment terms. The City of Vancouver reserves the right to terminate the contract for convenience or for default. Some key points of the contract include:
• The contract is for a total of $300,000, including 8.5% Washington State Sales Tax.
• The contractor must provide a Certificate of Liability Insurance and must name the City of Vancouver as an additional insured.
• The contractor must comply with all employment security laws of the State of Washington and must pay its employees the prevailing rate of wage for work of a similar nature.
• The City of Vancouver may terminate the contract for convenience at any time, with or without cause.
• The contractor must indemnify and hold harmless the City of Vancouver, its officials, employees, and agents from any and all liability, demands, claims, causes of action, suits, or judgments arising out of or in connection with the performance of services pursuant to this contract.