RES 2018-33 AdoptedRESOLUTION NO. 2018-33
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR WAYFINDING PLANNING AND
DESIGN SERVICES
WHEREAS, the City has recognized the need for consulting and design services
the "Services") to assist in planning and design of wayfinding signage and wayfinding
implementation plan for the City; and
WHEREAS, the City issued a request for proposals (RFP) for firms to submit
proposals for wayfinding design and consultation services; and
WHEREAS, an RFP, "Wayfinding Signage Plan" was properly advertised on the
City's website and four firms submitted proposals; and
WHEREAS, staff determined that Kerestes-Martin Associates Design of Carnegie,
Pennsylvania ("KMA") are the most qualified respondents to perform the Services and include no
less than the tasks listed in Task 1 and Task 2 of the KMA contract; and
WHEREAS, staff have determined that it is in the public interest to enter into an
agreement with KMA for the Services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Mayor and City Council that the
City Administrator is authorized to execute contracts by and between the City of North Augusta and
KMA for consulting and design services for wayfinding signage in the City in the amount of
28,027.50.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the funding for these services shall come from
the Capital Projects Fund.
DONE, RATIFIED AND ADOPTED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF NORTH AUGUSTA, SOUTH CAROLINA, ON THIS 17TH DAY OF
DECEMBER, 2018.
Robert A.Pettit, ayor
ATTEST:
Donna B. Young, City Jerk
v f'
KMA DESIGN
Society for Experiential Graphic Design
Standard Form of Agreement for Professional Services
Project Data
Date Revised-11/12/2018
Design Consultant Kerestes-Martin Associates, Inc. (dba KMA Design)
Designer"] 104 Broadway Street
Carnegie, PA 15106
Contact: Barbara J. Martin -Chief Executive Officer
Tel:412-429-4071
Fax:412-429-4074
Client City of North Augusta,SC
Client Contact Mr.Todd Glover, City Administrator
Owner City of North Augusta,SC
Project City Wayfinding Design Development+Planning
Pittsburgh
Tampa
Philadelphia
KMADESIGN
Designer
Responsibilities
Scope of Services
Analysis of existing conditions,design and planning of new wayfinding program.
Project Completion
The project shall be 100% completed:
Optional Services
The services listed below are optional and are available at the hourly rates listed
plus related reimbursable expenses.The designer shall receive written
authorization from the client before performing any of these services.
Optional services include, but are not limited to,the following:
Variance Pursuits
Any presentation materials, meeting,calculations or other variance related time
and materials necessary to secure jurisdictional approvals.
Electrical or Structural Engineering
Engineer fees are not a part of this agreement.
Revisions or Changes
Revisions include changes to previously approved work,changes in the extent of
work or project parameters,changes in the complexity of any elements of the
project,activities performed out of sequence,changes necessitated by strikes,
code revisions,schedule changes,client personnel changes,field changes,
structural/electrical conflicts,fabricator price increases or other causes not within
the designer's control.
K M A DESIGN
Additional Consultation
Services not listed in main agreement. For an explanation of these items,see the
Menu of Possible Additional Consultation&Design Services in Appendix A.
Client Responsibilities
Appointment of a sole representative with full authority to provide or
obtain any necessary information and approvals required by the designer.
Coordination of the decision-making processes with parties other than
the designer.
Timely communication of administrative or operational decisions if they
affect the design or production of signage or graphic items;coordination
of required public approvals and meetings.
Timely provision of accurate and complete information and materials
requested by designers such as site plans,building plans and elevations,
utility locations,color/material samples and all applicable code
information.
i
i
4
Compensation
Fees
This project will be completed for an all-inclusive fee of the amount
listed below.
28,027.50
Hourly Rates (these rates apply to optional services)
Standard hourly rates are listed below and shall apply for twelve (12)
months from the date of this proposal
Principal In-Charge 175.00
Project Director 150.00
Senior Project Manager 110.00
Project Manager 85.00
Project Coordinator 75.00
Senior Graphic Designer 85.00
Graphic Designer 65.00
Administrative 65.00
Reimbursable Expenses
In addition to the fees listed above,the design firm shall be
compensated for reimbursable expenses including both in-house charges
and outside expenditures made in the interest of the project,only upon
prior written approval from the Client,and beyond the project's
completion.
Examples of reimbursable expenses include film,processing,digital
photos,typesetting,materials,reproductions, photocopies,laser prints,
disks,scans, computer output,long-distance telephone charges,faxes,
expressage,mileage at 0.50¢/mile, parking,travel,out-of-town meals and
lodging.
Costs of services such as fabrication of models or mock-ups,renderings,
printing,conventional or digital artwork/photography/illustration or
retouching,whether performed in or out of house,shall also be
considered reimbursable expenses.Cost of sign permits or plan reviews
will be considered reimbursable expenses.
r.;
K M A DESIGN
Reimbursable and Implementation Estimates
Estimates provided at any time during the project for reimbursable
expenses or implementation charges such as fabrication or installation
are for planning purposes only.They represent the best judgment of the
design consultants, but shall not be considered a guarantee that project
bids or costs will not vary or increase.
Payment Schedule
Fees and reimbursable expenses will be billed by percentage of
completion.
Billing shall occur more frequently than every thirty(30)days. Payment is
due within thirty (30) days. Payments not received within thirty(30) days
will bear interest at prime rate plus two percent (2%).The designer
reserves the right to temporarily suspend services when an invoice is not
paid within ninety(90) days.The designer shall be entitled to
reimbursement of all costs incurred in collecting overdue accounts
r including, but not Limited to,legal fees.
Project Delays
If this project is suspended in whole or in part or delayed for 4 weeks or
more, not attributable to any action or inaction of the designer,the
designer reserves the right to charge a restart fee of$500.00 to
accommodate the additional start/stop time or re-negotiate the fee to
reflect any changes in hourly rates,expenses or project scope.The restart
fee shall only be applicable to a suspension beyond the contemplated
project completion date. In the case of project suspension,the designer
shall be paid for all services performed and reimbursable expended to
that date.
The designer will use his best efforts during design activities to meet the
client's target dates. However, if there are delays in the project,whether
caused by the client,fabricator, or others,the designer shall not be liable
to the client for any expenses, Lost profits or damages sustained as a
result of these delays.
KMADESIGN
Terms and Conditions
Governing Law and Choice of Forum
The validity and interpretation of this Agreement shall be construed in
accordance with, and governed by the internal laws of the State of South
Carolina.All claims,would be subject to jurisdiction in the Court of
Common Pleas for Aiken County or the US District Court for the State of
South Carolina. Each of the parties hereto agrees to submit to the
jurisdiction of such courts and that the same shall be proper for all
purposes of this Agreement.The substantially prevailing party in such
matter shall be entitled to its reasonable attorney's fees and costs.
Assignment
Neither the client nor the designer may assign or transfer their interest
in this agreement without the written consent of the other party.
This Agreement constitutes the entire Agreement between the parties
and supersedes any prior or concurrent agreements,understandings,
arrangements and negotiations. No amendment or modification of this
agreement shall be valid or enforceable unless in writing and signed by
the parties affected.
Ownership/Identity
All work performed shalt be deemed work for hire.
Upon payment of all fees and expenses related to the new identity/logo,
the designer transfers ownership of the final logo,logotype and/or
typography developed to the client.
Representations
The client represents that it has full power and authority to enter into
this Agreement and that it is binding and enforceable in accordance with
its terms.
The design firm represents that it has full power and authority to enter
into this agreement and that it is binding and enforceable in accordance
with its terms.
tif,
7!
MADESIGN
Sales Tax
The client is exempt from paying sates tax.
Severability
All provisions of this Agreement are separate and divisible,and if any
part is held invalid,the remaining provisions shall continue in full force
and effect.
Termination
Either party may terminate this agreement after giving 10 days written
notice. In event of the termination of this contract,the designer shall be
paid in full for all services performed up to the termination date,based
on standard hourly rates,along with associated reimbursable expenses.
This proposal, made on 09/05/18,shall remain valid until 09/30/18 and will
become a binding contract when signed below by the client and design
firm.
Optional Terms&Conditions
ADA Compliance
All signs shall be designed to comply with the current understanding of
the Americans with Disabilities Act. However,as this act is a Civil Rights
act and not a specific code,there is no definitive way to guarantee that a
specific design will be judged acceptable.
Indemnification
Not Applicable to this contract
1 , 4
Insurance
The designer shall maintain in force,during the duration of this
agreement,the following insurance coverage:
Automobile Liability- 1,000,000 per occurrence
General Liability- 1,000,000 per occurrence
Workers' Compensation - 1,000,000 per occurrence
The designer shall name the client as an additional insured/certificate
holder,as the case may be,and ensure 30 days advance written notice is
given before termination,modification or expiration of the above
coverages.The client may request certificates of insurance as evidence of
coverage.
Project schedule
Upon acceptance of this proposal,the designer and client shall formulate
a schedule that is acceptable to both.
Records
The designer shall maintain records of hours and reimbursable expenses.
These records shall be available to the client at mutually convenient
times.
Proposal Acceptance_
Signed:/Accepted by:
44.450r-
oe
A.
Barbara J. M rtin D e Mr.Todd Glover Date
y' Chief Executi Officer City Administrator
Kerestes-Martin Associates, Inc. City of North Augusta,SC
DBA- KMA Design
c1/4,,
rr
K A DESIGN
APPENDIX A
Menu of Possible Additional Consultation&Design Services:
ADA Audit
Evaluation of a facility's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Architectural, Interiors or Site Documentation
Preparation of accurate base plans or elevations.
Additional Meetings
Meetings or site visits in addition to those listed due to phased installation,contractor
error or client request.
As-Builts
Preparation of"as built"design drawings, message schedules or sign location plans that document the final
installation and include field changes; review of"as built"documents prepared by contractor.
Architectural Items
Consultation,design,specification or shop drawing review of architectural items such as illuminated exit
signs,elevator control panels,fire extinguisher/hose cabinets,clocks,bulletin boards,building color
palettes,flooring/paving/textile patterns,lighting,millwork or trash receptacles.
Commemorative Signs
Planning,design or documentation of donor recognition or commemorative signs.
Copy Development
Writing or editing sign messages;development of a room numbering plan; nomenclature/naming;Braille or
foreign language translations;research or copywriting for informational/interpretive signs.
Custom Artwork
Design, artwork or retouching of letterforms, imagery,maps,diagrams [such as fire evacuation diagrams],
symbols, pictograms,patterns, etc.; preparation of scans,separations or traps required.
Document Translation
Development or translation of drawings,plans or sign formats into client's computer format.
Electronic Signs
Planning,design or documentation of electronic signs or components,computer-driven,video or interactive
devices and their accompanying software and hardware.
KMADENNCN
Engineering Services
Contracting with engineering professionals for electrical/structural design,documentation or drawing seats.
Traffic or parking studies.
Environmental Enhancements
Planning, design or documentation of ornamental or decorative elements.
Exhibit Design
Planning,design or documentation of exhibits,displays,or interpretive graphics.
Fabricator Coordination
Additional coordination time required if fabricator or supplier selected is not prequalified,defaults or is
unqualified in any aspect of work, if the project necessitates more than one (1)fabricator[s],more than one
1) bid package[s], more than three (3) shop drawing review[s], more than two (2) punch list[s],or if all shop
drawings/samples are not submitted for review simultaneously.
Follow-up Evaluation
Follow-up evaluation of finished product,survey of end users; recommendation of design or operational
adjustments to be made.
Identity Design
Design, revision or redrawing of logos, logotypes or typographic identities;design of print applications.
Assistance with obtaining trademarks,copyrights;name/symbol/nomenclature searches.
Miscellaneous Items
Design,specification or documentation of uniforms,vehicle graphics,construction signs, murals, billboards,
temporary signs,etc.
Mock-ups,Models
Manufacture or procurement of models,mock-ups or prototypes for evaluation of design concept,legibility,
color,size and/or typography.
Phasing Plan
Preparation of plan for phased manufacture or installation of elements based on specific client parameters.
K 1V1 A `-; G N
Public Review
Assistance in obtaining sign permits or variances;assistance with sign reviews,presentation of designs to
parties outside the project team such as government officials,historical commissions,end users,
neighborhood organizations,employee groups,ADA user groups, etc.; preparation of renderings or additional
presentation materials for such meetings.
Schedule Alterations
Additional time required if the project schedule is extended four(4)weeks or more,or if all items in the
project scope cannot be designed, documented,fabricated or installed together.
Sign Maintenance Assistance
Formulation of guidelines manual to facilitate future extension of program;formulation of ordering
procedures for ongoing replacements and reorders;recommendations for in-house sign making or
maintenance equipment.
Tenant Criteria
Sign guidelines for tenants or other third parties.
Utility Coordination
Determining locations of building or underground utilities;obtaining permission for sign installation at
specific locations.