The City of Pittsburgh has entered into a Pre-Qualified Master Agreement with Clean & Cut Contracting for the 2022 City Cuts program, which aims to provide grass-cutting services to City residents who are 62 years of age or older, and/or persons with a disability and/or veterans. The contract has a term of 6 months, from April 26, 2022, to October 31, 2022. The City will pay a flat rate of $35 per yard, per cut, and the contractor is expected to provide all labor, tools, and equipment needed to perform the services. The contract includes provisions for insurance, invoicing, and payment, as well as requirements for the contractor to maintain accurate records and communicate with the City on a regular basis. Key aspects of the contract include:
• The City's goal to encourage participation by Minority-Owned Business Enterprises (MBE's) and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (WBE's) in the contract
• The requirement for the contractor to purchase and maintain insurance coverage, including general liability, workers' compensation, and automobile liability
• The provision for the City to terminate the contract at any time, without cause or liability, by giving the contractor 30 days' written notice
• The requirement for the contractor to indemnify, save, and hold harmless the City, its officers, agents, and employees from any claims, demands, or liabilities arising from the performance of the contract.