University of Wisconsin - Madison REQUEST FOR SERVICES

University of Wisconsin - Madison
REQUEST FOR SERVICES
AGENT: Brad Bauman
Questions regarding this bid – see Section 3.1
THIS IS NOT AN ORDER
OFFICIAL SEALED
CONTRACT NUMBER:
ISSUE DATE:
1/4/16
DUE DATE:
1/26/16
If NO BID (check here)
16-5220
2:00 PM CST
and return.
For Submittal of Bid Instructions – see Section 1
Bid prices and terms shall be firm for sixty (60) days
from the date of bid opening, unless otherwise specified
in this Request for Bid by the UW-Madison Purchasing
Services.
Unless otherwise noted, public openings will be on the
date and time specified. Award(s), if any, will be made
as soon thereafter as possible.
The bid abstract will be on file and is open to public
inspection only after award determination has been
made.
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF WAREHOUSE EQUIPMENT
for the period February 15, 2016 through February 14, 2020 or three years after date of award, and will be automatically
renewed for two additional one-year terms.
A visit to the job site is recommended. Please call Mike Marean at (608)497-4400 to arrange a site visit.
The current contract may be viewed at http://www.bussvc.wisc.edu/purch/contract/wp5220.html.
In signing this bid, we have read and fully understand and agree to all terms, conditions and specifications and acknowledge that the UW-Madison
Purchasing Services bid document on file shall be the controlling document for any resulting contract. We certify that we have not, either directly or
indirectly, entered into any contract or participated in any collusion or otherwise taken any action in restraint of free competition; that no attempt has
been made to induce any other person or firm to submit or not to submit a bid; that this bid has been independently arrived at without collusion with any
other bidder, competitor or potential competitor; that this bid has not been knowingly disclosed prior to the opening of bids to any other bidder or
competitor; that the stated statement is accurate under penalty of perjury. I certify that the information I have provided in this bid is true and I understand
that any false, misleading or missing information may disqualify the bid.
By submitting a bid, the bidder certifies that no relationship exists between the bidder and the University that interferes with fair competition or is a
Conflict of Interest, and no relationship exists between such bidder and another person or firm that constitutes a Conflict of Interest. Further, bidder
certifies that no employee of the University whose duties relate to this request for bid assisted the bidder in preparing the bid in any way other than in his
or her official capacity and scope of employment.
The Bidder certifies by submission of the bid that neither it nor its principals is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared
ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any federal department or agency.
COMPANY NAME:
COMPANY STREET ADDRESS:
COMPANY CITY, STATE & ZIP:
SIGNATURE:
DATE :
TYPE OR PRINT NAME:
TITLE:
TELEPHONE NUMBER: (
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FAX NUMBER:
EMAIL ADDRESS:
FEIN NUMBER:
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UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN
CONTRACT NO.: 16-5220
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION #1: SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS
PAGE
1-2
SECTION #2: GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1 Purpose
2.2 Definitions
2.3 VendorNet Registration
2.4 Orders
2.5 Campus Delivery Requirements
2.6 Parking
2.7 Promotional Materials/Endorsements
2.8 Supplier Diversity
3-5
SECTION #3: RFB PROCESS INSTRUCTIONS
3.1 Clarifications and/or Revisions through Designated Contact
3.2 Applicable Dates
3.3 Contract Term
3.4 Site Visit
3.5 F.O.B. Job Site
3.6 Proprietary Information
3.7 Reasonable Accommodations
3.8 Appeals Process
3.9 Method of Bid
3.10 Method of Award
6-8
SECTION #4: BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS
4.1 Bidder Information
4.2 Bidder Experience
4.3 Authorization
4.4 Client List/References
4.5 Fair Price Analysis
4.6 Minimum Order
4.7 Debarment
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SECTION #5: PERFORMANCE AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
5.1 Firm Prices
5.2 F.O.B. Destination and Installed –AND5.2 On Site Service
5.3 Timeliness of Delivery
5.4 Additional Services
5.5 Invoicing Requirements
5.6 Payment Terms
5.7 Insurance
5.8 Performance Meetings
5.9 Subcontracting
5.10 Travel Per Diems
5.11 Activity Reports
5.12 Contract Termination
5.13 Other Eligible Purchasers
5.14 Record and Audit
5.15 Entire Contract
10-13
SECTION #6: SPECIFICATIONS
6.2 Warranty
6.3 Maintenance and Repair
6.6 Employee Identification
6.7 Environmentally Friendly (“Green”) Product
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ATTACHMENT A BIDDER RESPONSE SHEET
ATTACHMENT B SPECIFICATIONS
ATTACHMENT C ITEMIZED BID LIST
ATTACHMENT D VENDOR INFORMATION SHEET
ATTACHMENT E CLIENT REFERENCE LIST
ATTACHMENT F STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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INTRODUCTION
SECTION #1: SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS
BIDS MUST BE DELIVERED TO:
Purchasing Services, 21 N. Park Street, Suite 6101, Madison, WI 53715-1218.
NUMBER OF COPIES TO BE SUBMITTED:
Two (2) hard copies of the completed bids, including the signed original, may be mailed, delivered by Bidder, or by a
third-party/courier service in a sealed envelope or package with the RFB number on the outside. Bids must be
received and date/time stamped prior to 2:00 p.m. CST on the stated bid due date. Bids not so date/time stamped shall
be considered late. Late bids shall be rejected.
RETAIN A COPY OF YOUR BID RESPONSE FOR YOUR FILES
If hand delivering, call 608-262-1526 when you arrive at Purchasing Services, Suite 6101 for
assistance.
Bids may be dropped off at Purchasing Services, 21 N. Park Street, Suite 6101, Madison, WI 53715-1218, between
the hours of 7:00 AM and 4:00 PM prior to the due date and time.
FAXED OR E-MAILED RESPONSES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.
VENDOR NOTE: FOR THE PURPOSES OF THE RETURN ADDRESS LABEL, IF THE ADDRESS IS THE SAME
AS YOU LISTED ON THE REQUEST FOR BID FORM – YOU DO NOT NEED TO FILL OUT THE RETURN
ADDRESS LABEL.
RETURN ADDRESS LABEL:
Below is a label that can be taped to the outside of your sealed bid response. If returning your bid response
by mail or in person, please fill out the information and tape to the outside of your bid package.
OFFICIAL SEALED BID
NUMBER: 16-5220
DUE DATE: 1/26/16
TIME: 2:00 PM CST
SHIP FROM:
VENDOR NAME HERE: ______________________________________
ADDRESS: ________________________________________________
________________________________________________
________________________________________________
SHIP TO:
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON
PURCHASING SERVICES
21 N PARK ST, SUITE 6101
MADISON, WI 53715-1218
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN
MADISON, WISCONSIN 53715-1218
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BID RESPONSE REQUIREMENTS:
In order for your bid to be considered, the following forms/information must be completed and submitted
as part of your bid response. Failure to provide these forms/information with your bid submittal may
disqualify your bid.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Request for Bid Form (signed)
Bidder Response Sheet (including attachments as requested on Bidder Response Sheet)
(Attachment A)
Specifications, descriptive brochure and detail for the item(s) bid (Section 6) (Attachment B)
Itemized Bid List (Attachment C)
Vendor Information Sheet (Attachment D)
Client Reference List (Attachment E)
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SECTION #2: GENERAL INFORMATION
Conditions of bid which include the word “must” or “shall” describe a mandatory requirement. All specifications are
defined as mandatory minimum requirements unless otherwise stated. If no bidder is able to comply with a given
specification, condition of bid or provide a specific item/service on the Itemized Bid List, Purchasing reserves the right
to delete that specification, condition of bid or item without having to complete the bid process again. FAILURE TO
MEET A MANDATORY REQUIREMENT MAY DISQUALIFY YOUR BID. This contract bid document and the
awarded bidder’s (Contractor’s) response information shall become the Contract.
2.1
Purpose:
The University of Wisconsin-Madison, hereinafter referred to as the "University", through its Purchasing
Services Department, hereinafter referred to as "Purchasing," requests bids for the purchase of
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF WAREHOUSE EQUIPMENT.
All University of Wisconsin-Madison departments must be eligible to purchase from this contract.
Scope:
See Specifications (Section 6 and Attachment B) and/or Itemized Bid List (Attachment C) for the minimum
acceptable specifications for items/services desired. The estimated item quantities identified on the Itemized
Bid List are for bid purposes only. The University does not guarantee to purchase any specific quantity or dollar
amount. This Contract must not be construed as mandatory upon any University campus, State agency or
municipality. The University reserves the right to issue separate bids when deemed in the best interest of the
University.
2.2
Definitions:
The following definitions are used throughout this document:
Agent means UW Madison Purchasing Agent responsible for this Request for Bid. Full contact information
can be found in Section 3.1.
Bidder means a firm submitting a bid in response to this Request for Bid.
CIC means Committee on Institutional Cooperation, a consortium of the Big Ten universities plus the University of
Chicago.
Contractor means successful Bidder awarded the bid.
Department means UW-Madison ordering department.
DVB means Disabled Veteran-Owned Business.
MBE means Minority Business Enterprise.
Purchasing card means State credit card.
Purchasing means the Purchasing Services Department in the Division of Business Services responsible for
the procurement of goods and services on UW-Madison campus, located at 21 N. Park St., Madison, WI
53715.
RFB means Request for Bid.
State means State of Wisconsin.
University and UW both mean University of Wisconsin-Madison.
WBE means Woman-Owned Business Enterprise.
2.3
VendorNet Registration
Registration on the State of Wisconsin’s VendorNet System (http://vendornet.state.wi.us) is available free of
charge to all businesses and organizations that want to sell to the state. Registration allows a vendor to:
2.3.1 Register for a bidders list for commodities/services that the vendor wants to sell to the state.
2.3.2
Receive an automatic e-mail notification each time a state agency, including the University of
Wisconsin System campuses, posts a Request for Bid (RFB) or a Request for Proposal (RFP) with an
estimated value over $50,000 in their designated commodity/service area(s).
2.3.3
Receive an e-mail notification of addendums/amendments relative to the RFB or RFP.
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Orders:
Under this contract, Specific order(s), Contract blanket order(s), or Purchasing Card orders (defined below) may
be issued to the Contractor(s). Bidder should identify method by which you will accept orders against this
contract (e.g. e-mail, fax, internet, mail, phone, etc.).
2.4.1 Specific order(s): issued as one-time orders.
2.4.2 Contract blanket order(s): issued for a specified period of time, to allow departmental personnel to issue
releases against the Contract blanket order(s) as needed.
2.4.3 Purchasing Card order(s): issued as one-time order(s).
2.5
Campus Delivery Requirements:
2.5.1 Delivery of orders shall be made to University departments five days per week, Monday through Friday,
during normal University business hours.
2.5.2 The University of Wisconsin-Madison no longer permits access to trucks over 30 ft. in length on several
designated streets on this campus. The exceptions are trucks necessary for the delivery or pick up of
perishable commodities, private construction vehicles, vehicles carrying radioactive materials, and campus
service vehicles. For specific policy language, a campus map and restrictions, see the University
Transportation Services website at http://transportation.wisc.edu/resources/large_truck.aspx.
2.5.3 This contract requires that Contractor deliver goods to the stated delivery address in accordance with the
30’ truck policy referenced in Section 2.5.2 above. Any unique delivery arrangements must be preapproved by contacting the ordering department or Material Distribution Services (MDS) at (608) 4974432. MDS reserves the right to charge Contractor reasonable material handling fees for any deliveries
they make for the Contractor.
2.6
Parking:
University parking is very limited. Each Contractor and/or Contractor employee(s) shall make their own
arrangements for parking through UW Transportation Services at 610 N. Walnut Street, WARF Building Room
#120, Madison, WI 53726 (608) 263-6667. No additional Contractor costs will be allowed for parking fees or
violations. Unauthorized vehicles parking in University lots or loading docks without permits will be ticketed
and/or towed.
2.7
Promotional Materials/Endorsements:
Contractor agrees that they will not use any promotional or marketing material which states expressly or implies
that the University endorses either the Contractor or any party related to the Contractor or this Contract.
2.8
Supplier Diversity
2.8.1
Minority Business Enterprise Program (MBE)
The State of Wisconsin is committed to the promotion of minority business in the state's purchasing
program and a goal of placing 5% of its total purchasing dollars with certified minority businesses.
Authority for this program is found in ss. 15.107(2), 16.75(4), 16.75(5) and 560.036(2), Wisconsin
Statutes. The University of Wisconsin-Madison is committed to the promotion of minority business in
the state's purchasing program.
The State of Wisconsin policy provides that Wisconsin Certified minority-owned business enterprises
should have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of its contracts. The
supplier/contractor is strongly urged to use due diligence to further this policy by awarding
subcontracts to minority-owned business enterprises or by using such enterprises to provide goods
and services incidental to this agreement, with a goal of awarding at least 5% of the contract price to
such enterprises.
The supplier/contractor shall furnish information at least once per year, in the format specified by the
University, about its purchases (including dollar amounts) from Wisconsin certified MBEs, and
additional efforts made to achieve this goal.
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A listing of certified minority businesses, as well as the services and commodities they provide, is
available from the Department of Administration, Office of the Minority Business Program, 608/2677806. To view all MBE firms go to https://wisdp.wi.gov/search.aspx select the MBE box and click
search.
2.8.2
Woman Owned Business (WBE)
The State of Wisconsin is committed to the promotion of Woman-Owned Businesses as outlined in
560.035, Wisconsin Statutes.
The State of Wisconsin policy provides that Woman-Owned Businesses certified by the Wisconsin
Department of Commerce should have the maximum opportunity to participate in the performance of
its contracts. The supplier/contractor is strongly urged to use due diligence to further this policy by
awarding subcontracts to Woman-Owned Businesses or by using such businesses to provide goods
and services incidental to this agreement.
2.8.3
Disabled Veteran Owned Business (DVB)
The State of Wisconsin policy provides that Disabled Veteran-Owned businesses certified by the
Wisconsin Department of Commerce should have the maximum opportunity to participate in the
performance of its contracts. The supplier/contractor is strongly urged to use due diligence to further
this policy by awarding subcontracts to Disabled Veteran-Owned businesses or by using such
enterprises to provide goods and services incidental to this agreement.
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SECTION #3: RFB PROCESS INSTRUCTIONS
3.1
Clarifications and/or Revisions through Designated Contact:
All communications and/or questions in regard to this request must be in writing and must reference the bid
number. Bidders are encouraged to FAX or e-mail written questions to the Agent. Verbal questions, when
permitted, must be directed to the Agent.
If a Bidder discovers any significant ambiguity, error, conflict, discrepancy, omission or other deficiency in this
RFB, they have five (5) business days after the bid issue date and time to notify, in writing, the Agent at the
address shown below of such error and request modification or clarification of the RFB document. All written
questions will be responded to in writing and provided to all bidders.
ADMINISTRATIVE:
Brad Bauman
UW Purchasing
21 N Park St, Suite 6101
Madison, WI 53715-1218
E-mail: [email protected]
If a Bidder fails to notify the Purchasing Office of an error in the RFB document which is known to the Bidder, or
which should have reasonably been known to the Bidder, then the Bidder shall submit a bid response at the
Bidder’s risk and if awarded a contract, shall not be entitled to additional compensation or delivery or installation
time by reason of the error or its later correction.
In the event that it becomes necessary to provide additional clarifying data or information, or to revise any part
of this RFB, supplements or revisions will be posted on http://vendornet.state.wi.us) and publicnotices.wi.gov
and provided to all recipients of this initial RFB.
Any contact with University employees concerning this RFB are prohibited, except as authorized by the RFB
manager during the period from date of release of the RFB until the intent to award is released. Contacting
anyone other than the Designated Contact(s) above may disqualify your RFB.
3.2
Applicable Dates:
Date
Event
January 4, 2016
Date of Issue of the RFB
January 12, 2015
Written questions due
January 26, 2016 -- 2:00 PM CST
RFB Due Date (Local Madison Time)
February 15, 2016
Contract Term Begins
3.3
Contract Term
The initial term of this contract shall be February 15, 2016 (CONTRACT START DATE) or date of award,
through February 14, 2020 (CONTRACT END DATE) or four years after date of award. This contract will be
automatically renewed for two additional one-year terms, unless Purchasing is notified, in writing, by the
Contractor; or notifies the Contractor, in writing, 30 calendar days prior to expiration of the initial and/or
succeeding Contract term(s).
3.4
Site Visit:
Bidder should visit the job site prior to submitting a bid to assure themselves and the University that they fully
understand all requirements of the project. No additional charges shall be allowed by the Contractor for lack of
information or misunderstanding information if the Bidder does not attend the vendor conference or site visit.
Contact Mike Marean at (608) 497-4400 and arrange a visit to the job site.
3.5
F.O.B. Job Site:
Services are to be performed at locations indicated when orders are placed. Delivery of all materials shall be
F.O.B. job site, freight paid by Contractor. Contractor shall have a representative present at the delivery site
when materials are direct shipped. University employees will not accept deliveries on behalf of the Contractor.
The University shall not be responsible for any materials received or accepted on behalf of the Contractor.
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3.6
Proprietary Information:
Any information contained in the Bidder’s response that is proprietary must be detailed separately on form
DOA-3027. Marking of the entire response as proprietary will neither be accepted nor honored. The
University cannot guarantee that all such material noted remains confidential, particularly if it becomes
a significant consideration in contract award. Information will only be kept confidential to the extent allowed
by State of Wisconsin Public Disclosure Law (refer to Standard Terms and Conditions, Section 27.0). A copy of
the form needed to designate portions of your submission as proprietary can be found at:
http://vendornet.state.wi.us/vendornet/doaforms/doa-3027.doc
3.7
Reasonable Accommodations:
The University will provide reasonable accommodations, including the provision of informational material in an
alternative format, for qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
3.8
Appeals Process:
Any protest of the University's solicitation or intent to award must be based on an alleged violation of the
Wisconsin State Statute or a provision of a Wisconsin Administrative Code.
No later than five working days after the date of solicitation or the notice of intent to award is issued by the
University, written notice of intent to protest must be received by:
The Office of the Chancellor
The University of Wisconsin-Madison
500 Lincoln Drive
Madison, Wisconsin 53706
with a copy to:
Director of Purchasing Services
University of Wisconsin-Madison
21 N Park St, Suite 6101
Madison WI 53715-1218
The complete protest must be received by the Chancellor and the Director of Purchasing Services no later than
ten working days after the date of solicitation or the intent to award is issued. The protest must be in writing.
Protesters must make their protests as specific as possible and must specifically identify the Wisconsin State
Statute and/or State of Wisconsin Administrative Code provision(s) allegedly violated.
The decision of the University regarding the protest may be appealed to the Secretary of the Department of
Administration within five working days after denial by the University, with a copy of such appeal filed with the
University.
3.9
Method of Bid:
Bidder must submit a net total price for each item and a total price by lot as designated. Prices listed should
be in US dollars unless otherwise indicated. For Lot 1, prices must include all costs for services listed including
labor, travel, fuel and supplies (i.e. grease, oil, etc.)
3.10
Method of Award:
Award(s) shall be made on the basis of the lowest net lot total(s), whichever is judged to be in the best interest
of the University. Bids that state the University shall guarantee a specific quantity or dollar amount will be
disqualified.
3.10.1
The University reserves the right to make an interim award and to require proof of performance
through a “trial” period of up to six months before awarding a final Contract. During this “trial” period,
the University shall review the Contractor's performance, including invoicing requirements, to ensure
complete compliance with the Contract.
If deficiencies are not remedied to the complete satisfaction of the University, the “trial” period shall be
canceled and award shall be made to the next lowest responsible bidder. The final interim award
decision rests with the University based upon the data it collects.
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If the Contractor's performance demonstrates that the Contractor is capable of complete compliance
with the contract on a continuous basis for the six-month trial period, the University shall make a final
award for the contract.
3.10.2
Volume discounts shall not be considered when determining award. However, they shall apply to
orders issued on this contract.
3.10.3
It is intended that the entire award shall be to a single bidder for as many manufactured items as
that Bidder can service. However, to insure item(s)/service(s) meet the University’s specifications and
will be completed within the time required, the University may award a primary and secondary
Contractor or multiple Contractors within each lot.
3.10.4
The right is reserved to award on a line item basis within lots if mutually agreeable to the bidders and
the University.
Supplier Diversity Preferences
State of Wisconsin agencies may make awards to certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), or Disabled
Veteran-Owned Business (DVB) firms submitting the lowest qualified bid when that qualified bid is not more
than 5% higher than the apparent low bid or the proposal is no more than 5% lower than the apparent high
point score. Authority for this program is found in ss. 16.75(3m)(b)2,3, 16.75(3m)(c)(4) and 560.0335(1)(b)(3),
15.107(2), 16.75(4), 16.75(5) and 560.036(2), Wisconsin Statutes.
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SECTION #4: BIDDER QUALIFICATIONS
To be eligible for a Contract award, you must be qualified and able to provide the following as required or your bid will
be disqualified (respond on "Bidder Response Sheet".)
4.1
Bidder Information:
Bidder must complete the attached Vendor Information Form (Attachment D) to identify designated contact
people, to provide information regarding the size of the bidder’s company, and other information as requested.
All sections of this form must be completed.
4.2
Bidder Experience:
Bidder company or its principals must be in the business of providing MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF
WAREHOUSE EQUIPMENTservice and must have done so for the past three (3) years.
4.3
Authorization:
Bidder must be an original manufacturer, authorized distributor, or dealer authorized by manufacturer with
service and repair capabilities for the item. On Bidder Response Sheet identify account number with
manufacturer, as applicable.
4.4
Client List/References:
Bidder must supply with their bid a client list of three (3) firms to which similar services have been provided
during the past three (3) years to a comparable sized institution or company (see Attachment E). If contacted,
information received from those clients will be used to determine whether bidder can reasonably meet contract
requirements and specifications. Client references may be used in the award consideration.
4.5
Fair Price Analysis:
Purchases made under this contract may require further fair price analysis. Bidders should identify on the Bidder
Response Sheet the type of documentation they will provide (i.e. published price list, list of previous buyers, etc.)
to allow the University to complete this analysis. The awarded Bidder will be required to provide this
documentation prior to the order being issued.
4.6
Minimum Order:
Bids that require any minimum order quantity or dollar amount may be disqualified.
4.7
Debarment:
Federal Executive Order (E.O.) 12549 “Debarment“ requires that all contractors receiving individual awards,
using federal funds, and all subrecipients certify that the organization and its principals are not debarred,
suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded by any Federal department or
agency from doing business with the Federal Government. By signing this document you certify that your
organization and its principals are not debarred. Failure to comply or attempts to edit this language may
disqualify your bid. Information on debarment is available at the following websites: www.sam.gov
and https://acquisition.gov/far/index.html see section 52.209-6.
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SECTION #5: PERFORMANCE AND CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS
5.1
5.2
Firm Prices:
5.1.1
Prices must remain firm for the initial contract term. Prices established may be lowered due to general
market conditions or negotiations between the Contractor and the University.
5.1.2
Price increase requests proposed after the initial Contract term must be received by Purchasing in
writing 30 calendar days prior to the effective date of proposed increase for acceptance or rejection.
Proposed price increases are limited to fully documented cost increases submitted with the request. If
Purchasing deems cost increases are not acceptable, it reserves the right to rebid the contract in whole
or part or to negotiate price increase requests with the Contractor. (An acceptance of the price list
change will be in the form of an amendment to the contract or a letter to the Contractor.)
5.1.3
Price increases must be labeled with the contract number and should be submitted in the same format
as the original Itemized Bid List. Any price increase requested that is not submitted in the proper
format may be rejected.
5.1.4
Contractor should promptly notifiy Purchasing of new or discontinued service items.
F.O.B. Destination Freight Prepaid Included and Installed:
Maintenance and Service items are to be installed and performed at various locations. F.O.B. DESTINATION
FREIGHT PREPAID INCLUDED AND INSTALLED. Bid prices must include all packing, freight, insurance, setup, instruction and operation manual charges. Items must be set in place connected to utilities as applicable,
installed in the area designated by University personnel, demonstrated to be in operating condition, and
approved by University personnel. All debris must be removed from the University premises and properly
disposed of by the Contractor. Upon installation, all operating instructions and operating and maintenance
manuals must be furnished to University personnel as identified.
Failure to bid FOB Destination Freight Prepaid Included and Installed in price may disqualify your bid.
-ANDOn Site Service:
In carrying out the scope of this Contract, the Contractor shall be required to perform services on University
property. Bidders cost must include all transportation charges.
5.3
Timeliness of Delivery:
Delivery is desired as soon as possible after receipt of an order and by agreed upon schedules. State on the
Bidder Response Sheet when delivery can be made. Timeliness of delivery may be used in evaluation for bid
award.
The Contractor is required to notify the ordering department of any back order, discontinuation of item(s) or
other delays in service within 24 hours of receipt of order or release against existing order(s).
5.4
Additional Services:
Additional related services and service locations may be added to this Contract at the discretion of Purchasing.
Prices shall be consistent with the Contract prices for like services currently included in the Contract.
Contractor should promptly notify Purchasing of new or discontinued services.
5.5
Invoicing Requirements:
Invoices for Purchase Orders:
5.5.1
Contractor must agree that all invoices and purchasing card charges shall reflect the discounts and net
prices established for the services on this contract for all orders placed even though the contract
number and/or correct prices may not be referenced on each order or at time of purchasing card order.
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The University must meet a statutory mandate to pay or reject invoices within 30 days of receipt of
properly submitted invoices by University Accounts Payable. Before payment is made, Accounts
Payable must verify that all invoiced charges are correct per this Contract. Only properly submitted
invoices will be officially processed for payment. The Prompt Payment Policy requires that your
invoices be clear and complete and in conformity with the list below and must be itemized showing:







Contractor name
remit to address
purchase order number
release number if given
date of order/release
item manufacturer’s name or abbreviation (if applicable)
complete item description including catalog, model and/or stock number(s) identical to those
stated in bid
 prices per the Contract
At the discretion of Purchasing, invoices not reflecting the correct discount or net prices may be short
paid or disputed.
The original invoice must be sent to University Accounts Payable, 21 N Park St, Suite 5301, Madison,
WI 53715-1218 unless the customer identifies and establishes a different bill-to location.
Purchasing Card:
Order confirmation shall contain the same detail as listed in Section 5.5.1 and should be sent to the address
given at the time of the order is placed.
Any fees charged for use of the University’s purchasing card program are not allowed.
5.6
Payment Terms
Payment will not be made until the item/service is determined to meet all specifications and has been accepted
by the University of Wisconsin-Madison. The University will pay the Contractor Net 30 days as accepted by the
University.
5.7
Insurance:
The Contractor shall maintain insurance levels as required in Standard Terms and Conditions, Section 22.0. A
certificate of insurance must be provided upon award and provided on an annual basis throughout the term of
the Contract.
The Contractor shall add: “The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System, its officers,
employees and agents” as an ‘additional insured’ under the commercial general, automobile and
Contractor’s liability policies. The certificate holder shall be listed as the University of Wisconsin-System
Administration or System campus for their respective purchases.
5.8
Performance Meetings
The Account Representative and/or Contract Administrator must be available to meet as required with the
University's Contract Administrator to evaluate contract implementation and performance and to identify
continuous improvement.
5.9
Subcontracting:
5.9.1
Any Contract resulting from this bid shall not be, in whole or in part, subcontracted, assigned, or
otherwise transferred to any Subcontractor without prior written approval by Purchasing. Upon request
Contractor must provide Subcontractor’s complete contact information including EIN# (TIN#, SS#) and
signed W-9 form.
5.9.2
The Contractor shall be directly responsible for any subcontractor's performance and work quality
when used by the Contractor to carry out the scope of the job. University reserves the right to assess
Contractor damages in excess of the contract amount for Subcontractor’s failure to perform or inability
to complete required project milestones.
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5.9.3
Subcontractors must abide by all terms and conditions under this Contract.
5.9.4
If Subcontractors are to be used, the Contractor must clearly explain their participation, deliverables,
and project milestones prior to commencing work.
5.10
Travel Per Diems
All of the Contractor’s travel and per diem expenses shall be the Contractor’s sole responsibility. Payment to
the Contractor by the University shall not include an additional amount for this purpose.
5.11
Activity Reports:
Contractor must be able to report on at leat an annual basis all items/services purchased against this contract
during the designated report period, including but not limited to:




5.12
date of order/release
item manufacturer’s name or abbreviation (if applicable)
complete item description including catalog, model and/or stock number(s) identical to those stated in
proposal
prices per the Contract
Contract Termination
5.12.1 The University may terminate the Contract at any time, without cause, by providing 10 days written
notice to the Contractor. If the Contract is so terminated, the University is liable only for payments for
products provided or services performed, to the extent that any actual direct costs have been incurred
by the Contractor pursuant to fulfilling the contract. The University will be obligated to pay such
expenses up to the date of the termination.
5.12.2 Shall either party fail to perform under the terms of this Contract; the aggrieved party may notify the
other party in writing of such failure and demand that the same be remedied within 30 calendar days.
Should the defaulting party fail to remedy the same within said period, the other party shall then have
the right to terminate this Contract immediately. Performance failure can be defined as but not limited
to failure to provide any of the Terms, Conditions or Specifications.
5.12.3 If at any time the Contractor performance threatens the health and/or safety of the University,
its staff, students or others who may be on campus, the University has the right to cancel and
terminate the Contract without notice.
5.12.4 Failure to maintain the required Certificates of Insurance, Permits and Licenses shall be cause for
Contract termination. If the Contractor fails to maintain and keep in force the insurance as
provided in Standard Terms and Conditions, Section 22.0, the University has the right to cancel
and terminate the Contract without notice.
5.12.5 If at any time a petition in bankruptcy shall be filed against the Contractor and such petition is not
dismissed within 90 calendar days, or if a receiver or trustee of Contractor's property is appointed
and such appointment is not vacated within 90 calendar days, the University has the right, in
addition to any other rights of whatsoever nature that it may have at law or in equity, to terminate
this contract by giving 10 calendar days notice in writing of such termination.
5.12.6 All notices of performance failure must be submitted in writing to Purchasing, 21 N Park St, Suite
6101, Madison, WI 53715-1218. Purchasing shall be final authority for all performance failure
determinations not resolved through the ordering department.
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Other Eligible Purchasers:
U.W. System campuses, State of Wisconsin agencies, Wisconsin municipalities, other CIC member
institutions and Non-Profit Organizations specifically linked by their mission to the University of Wisconsin
Madison, may desire to purchase from this contract.
A Wisconsin municipality is defined by Wisconsin Statute 16.70(8) to include counties, cities, villages, towns,
school boards, sewage, drainage, vocational, technical and adult education districts, and other bodies with the
power to award public contracts.
5.14
Record and Audit
The Contractor shall establish, maintain, report as needed, and submit upon request records of all transactions
conducted under the contract. All records must be kept in accordance with generally accepted accounting
procedures. All procedures must be in accordance with federal, State of Wisconsin and local ordinances.
The University shall have the right to audit, review, examine, copy, and transcribe any pertinent records or
documents held by the Contractor related to this contract. The Contractor shall retain all applicable
documents for a period of not less than five years after the final contract payment is made. The University
reserves the right to inspect any facilities used to support this Contract.
5.15
Entire Contract
A contract will be awarded based on the criteria established in this Request for Bid, including attachments and
any amendments issued. The RFB, the bid response, and written communications incorporated into the
contract constitute the entire contract between the parties. The hierarchy of documents in descending order
for resolution is as follows:
A.
B.
C.
D.
Contract Award Letter
Original Request Bid Number 16-5220, dated January 4, 2016 including amendments/ attachments
Bidder response to RFB.
Official Purchase Order (when applicable)
Any other terms and conditions provided by the Bidder with the bid or for future transactions against this
contract, including but not limited to click on agreements accepted by the Customer; shrink wrapped
agreements; or terms submitted with quotations, order acknowledgements, or invoices; will be considered null
and void and will not be enforceable by the Contractor unless agreed to in a written amendment signed by the
University Purchasing Department. Any exceptions to this RFB should be submitted with your response and
alternative language proposed. Deviations and exceptions from original text, terms, conditions, or
specifications shall be described fully, on the bidder's/proposer's letterhead, signed, and attached to
the bid response as an attachment. Each deviation and exception must be identified by the section,
page and paragraph to which it applies. In the absence of such statement, the bid/proposal shall be
accepted as in strict compliance with all terms, conditions, and specifications and the bidder/proposer
shall be held liable.
Submitting a standard Bidder contract or term and condition as a complete substitute or alternative for the
language in this solicitation will not be accepted and may result in rejection of the bid.
The University reserves the right to negotiate contractual terms and conditions or reject the Bidder‘s response
and proceed to the next qualified bidder.
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SECTION #6 SPECIFICATIONS
6.1
6.2
Warranty:
6.1.1
Contractor must honor, at a minimum, the manufacturer's standard warranty on items and/or parts
purchased under this contract. Bidder must indicate warranty term on Bidder Response Sheet and
enclose standard warranty documents with your bid.
6.1.2
Contractor is requested to provide a copy of maintenance contracts and quote on maintenance
available after expiration of the warranty term. Please include terms, which components shall be
covered and annual cost on the Itemized Bid List or on attachments to the bid response as necessary.
6.1.3
Contractor must use only manufacturer trained technicians for this contract. They must be trained and
have experience with the manufacturers items listed including each service technician who would
service the manufacturers machine.
Maintenance and Repair:
6.2.1
Contractor must perform all maintenance on site unless University grants permission to remove
equipment from site.
6.2.2
Contractors must have access to replacement parts within 24 hours to service all machines identified
under this bid.
6.2.3
Service calls received in the a.m. must be acknowledged in p.m. of the same day and p.m. must be
acknowledged by noon the following work day and machine must be serviced within 72 hours of initial
call. The service representative shall leave the ordering department a copy of a dated written report
indicating the service performed. This report must be signed by the University employee in charge of
the machine.
6.2.4
Contractor must complete all maintenance or repair services within one (1) day of the initial call. If
Contractor cannot complete all services within this time, the contractor must provide a progress report
of the repair to the department. The service representative shall leave with the ordering department a
copy of a dated written report indicating the service performed. This report must be signed by the
University employee in charge of the machine.
6.2.5
Contractor shall provide unlimited call-back maintenance service during normal business hours.
6.3
Contractor must provide a minimum of one (1) maintenance inspection per year. Contractor must coordinate
and schedule dates and times with the University contact person.
6.4
Bid must include labor and travel time during stated service hours. University service hours shall be defined as
7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, excluding holidays. Bidders must identify if travel time charge
per hour is the same as labor time per hour and if all employees will be charged at the same rate.
6.5
Bid should include labor and travel time during stated emergency hours to the department. Emergency Service
hours shall be defined 4:30 p.m. and 7:45 a.m.
6.6
Employee Identification:
All Contractor’s employees, while working on University property, must wear a clearly displayed photo
identification badge or uniform showing name of employee and/or company represented. Any identification
must be provided by the Contractor at the Contractor’s cost. Badges must be available but will not be
required to be worn when protective clothing and respiratory protection is required.
6.7
Environmentally Friendly (“Green”) Product:
Contractors are encouraged to identify products that are made of recycled products, that use environmentally
friendly production methods, or that can be recycled at the end of their service life. The UW will make every
effort to purchase “Green” products wherever feasible or possible based on individual project needs and
funding available.
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ATTACHMENT A: BIDDER RESPONSE SHEET
NOTE: This form must be returned with your bid response. Numbers for each question below refer to the
corresponding section of this document that explains the requirement. Bidder may attach additional relevant
information to their bid response; identify sections to which information applies.
==========================================================================================
YES NO
SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS
Have you included two (2) complete set(s) of your bid?
1.1
Have you completed and returned all forms required?
2.4
What order method will you accept orders against this contract:
E-mail
Fax
Internet
Mail
Phone
Other: ______________________________________________
3.4
Have you made the suggested Site Visit?
4.2
Are you in the business of providing maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment
services and has your company or its principals done so for the past 3 years?
4.3
Are you an original manufacturer, authorized distributor, or dealer authorized by
manufacturer with service and repair capabilities for the item?
(Identify account number with manufacturer, as applicable.)
Account # ___________________________
4.4
Have you provided a client list? (see Attachment E)
4.5
What type of documentation (i.e. published price list, list of previous buyers, etc.) will you
provide to assist the University in its fair price analysis?
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
4.6
Do you agree to no minimum order quantity or dollar amount?
4.7
Do you certify that neither your organization nor your principals are presently debarred,
suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from
participation in this transaction by any federal department or agency?
5.1.1
Firm Prices
Do you agree to firm prices as stated?
5.1.2
Do you agree with process and timeframe identified for accepting price increases?
5.2
Are you bidding all prices F.O.B. Destination and Installed, delivery and installation charges
and risk of loss borne by the Contractor? (Be sure to read Section 5.1 carefully)
Country of Origin ___________________________________________
Shipping Point ____________________________________________
-AND5.2
Are you bidding all prices On Site Service? (Be sure to read Section 5.2 carefully)
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YES
5.3
State delivery time ____ days After Receipt of Order (ARO).
Will you notify ordering department of delays as stated?
5.5
Will you agree that all invoices will reflect prices established for items on this Contract
for all orders placed even though the Contract number and/or correct prices may not be
referenced on each order?
Will you accept orders placed using a Purchasing Card?
If YES, orders placed using a Purchasing Card must reflect current contract pricing.
Any fees charged for use of the University’s Purchasing Card program are not allowed.
5.7
Will you provide insurance certificate(s) indicating coverage and agree to maintain coverage
as required in 5.7 and will you add the following language to the insurance certificate?:
“The Board of Regents of the University of Wisconsin System, its officers, employees and
agents” are added as an ‘additional insured’ under the commercial general, automobile and
Contractor’s liability policies on any insurance certificate provided.
5.9
Do you agree to subcontracting terms and conditions?
5.11
Can you report on items purchased on this contract if requested?
5.13
Do you agree to extending the contract to other:
University of Wisconsin System campuses?
State of Wisconsin Agencies?
Wisconsin Municipalities?
Other CIC member institutions?
Non-Profit Organizations specifically linked by their mission to the
University of Wisconsin Madison?
If YES, indicate whether other charges will be added and what those
charges would be: ___________________________________________________
5.15
Have you documented exceptions in the format requested?
6.1.1
Will you honor manufacturer standard warranty?
If YES, have you enclosed standard warranty documents?
Warranty term: __________________
6.1.1
Do you agree to minimum warranty as stated?
6.1.2
Have you included the maintenance information and a sample maintenance contract form?
6.1.3
Will you use only manufacturer-trained personnel for this contract?
# of years experience? ___________
6.2.1
Will you perform all maintenance or repair on site?
6.2.2
Will you have access to replacement parts within 24 hours to service all machines listed?
6.2.3
Will you service machine within 72 hours of initial call?
NO
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YES
6.2.4
Will you provide all services within 1 day of the initial call or provide a copy of a progress
report of the status?
6.2.5
Will you provide unlimited call-back maintenance service during normal business hours?
6.3
Will you provide a minimum of one maintenance inspections per year?
6.4
Will you provide service during the hours of 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Monday through Friday, excluding holidays as normal business hours?
6.5
Will you provide Emergency service?
6.6
Will you agree to have all employees wear appropriate identification?
6.7
Have you identified products that are made of recycled products that use environmentally
friendly production methods, or that can be recycled at the end of their service life?
NO
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ATTACHMENT B: SPECIFICATIONS
ATTACHMENT B: SPECIFICATIONS FOR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF WAREHOUSE
EQUIPMENT
SCOPE: The University of Wisconsin-Madison requests bids for Maintenance and Repair Service of Warehouse
Equipment at the UW Madison Materials Distribution Services.
LOT 1: Preventative Maintenance Inspections to include (at a minimum) inspection, adjustments, lubrication,
calibrations, installation of replacement parts, repairs during normal business hours, parts, labor and travel.
LOT 2: Pricing for service calls will be determined as a one price per hour for ALL services required under the contract
(i.e. diagnostic time, repairs, “shipping and handling” with parts charged at the % discount identified on the Itemized
Bid List. Page 21-22 OF 30.
The following specifications represent minimum acceptable requirements. For any No response, the bidder must
provide an explanation and explain how this difference in specification would affect the performance of the product
being bid. The University shall be the sole judge of acceptability.
ATTACHMENT OF BIDDER’S TERMS AND CONDITIONS IS NOT ACCEPTABLE as a partial, total, or complete
substitute of UW Madison’s Terms and Conditions contained in this bid document.
MEET
SPECIFICATIONS
A.
Preventative Maintenance Procedures (Inspection to be done every six (6) months or as YES
NO
otherwise negotiated)
A.1 Walk-Around Inspections
Fluid Leaks
Carriage Rollers/Slider Blocks/Load Backrest
Mast/Chains/Retainers/Sheaves/Anchors
Forks and Fork Lock Pins
Tires and Wheels
Tilt Cylinders, Lines, Connections
Lift Cylinders, Lines, Connections
Steering Linkage, Valves, Lines
Overhead Guard or Cab Mounting
Hydraulic Control Valve
Hydraulic Sump Filter Cap
Improper Modifications
Frame and Sheet Metal Damage
Cleanliness of Operator's Compartment
A.2
Operational Checks
Neutral Starting Switch
Instruments/Gauges/Warning Lights
Service Brake - Firm Resistance
Parking Brake - No Drive Through
Inching Pedal/Clutch - No Slipping
Directional Control Lever/Pedal
Shift Lever(s)
Steering Responsiveness
Exhaust/Emissions
Unusual Noise
Mast and Carriage Operations
Attachment Operations
Starting System
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN
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A.
A.3
Preventative Maintenance Procedures
Clean, Lube or Fill
Radiator and Coolant System
Engine Compartment
Transmission Oil
Differential Oil
Steering System and Steer Axle
Hydraulic System and Control Valve
Brake Master Cylinder and Fluid Reservoir
Check and Lube Linkage on:
Service Brakes
Parking Brakes
Clutch/Inching Pedal
Accelerator Pedal
All Other Grease Bearing Joints On All Equipment
A.4
Safety
Horn
Warning Devices (Back-up Alarm, Strobes, etc.)
Overhead Guard
Load Backrest
Mast, Fork or Chain Damage/Excessive Wear
Floodlights
Tire Damage/Excessive Wear
Steering
Brakes - Service or Parking
Operator Restraint System (if equipped)
Capacity Plate and Warning Decals
Operator Training
A.5
Internal Combustion Checks
Check Wire Connections and Conditions
Change Engine Oil and Filter
Check and Clean P.C.V. Valve
Check Air Filter and Clean Canister
Inspect Intake Hoses, Elbows and Clamps
Check Belts - Condition and Tension
Exhaust Pipe & Muffler - Mounting & Condition
Clean Fuel Filter(s) or Replace
Check Fuel System and Lines for Leaks
Carburetor - Check High Idle/Low Idle Vacuum
Diesel - Check Cold Start/Glow Plugs
Diesel - Clean Water Trap
Check Fuel Lock-off
Clean Battery Cables and Terminals
Check Battery/Electrolyte Levels
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MEET
SPECIFICATIONS
YES
NO
UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN
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A.
A.6
Preventative Maintenance Procedures
Electric Vehicle Checks
Check Battery Electrolyte Levels
Check Battery Connector Condition
Check Panel Power Connections
Contractor Tips
Contractor Assemblies and Switches
Potentiometer
Seat Switch
Brush Wear Indicators
Battery Discharge Indicator
A.7
Every 6 Months or 1200 Hours (Whichever Is Sooner)
Change Powershift Transmission Oil
Change Powershift Transmission Oil Filter Req
Change Differential Oil (Powershift)
Change Hydraulic Tank Oil Filter
Change Fuel Filter
Change Air Cleaner Element Req
Change Engine Coolant
Adjust Lift Chains Req
Check Motor Brush Length Req
Check Motor Brush Spring Force Req
A.8
Every 12 Months or 2400 Hours (Whichever Is Sooner)
Change Hydraulic Oil and Filter Req
Change Brake Fluid
Inspect Brake Condition Req
Replace Rubber Parts of Brake Master Cylinder
Replace Rubber Parts of Brake Wheel Cylinder
Replace Hydraulic System High Pressure Hoses
Replace Spark Plugs and Tune Engine Req
Measure for Fork Wear Req
Repack Drive and Steer Wheel Bearings
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MEET
YES
NO
**BIDDER NOTE: Bidder must be able to provide all of the services and replacement parts needed to
complete all items in A.7 and A.8. However, only those items marked as “Req” (Required) should be
included in your price proposal calculation as they will be required under the timeframe listed. All other
listed items will be done on an as needed basis and will be pre-approved by MDS staff. Costs will be
negotiated for those items at market prices at the time they are requested.
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ATTACHMENT C: ITEMIZED BID LIST
Costs which are not specifically identified below will may not be compensated under any Contract awarded pursuant to
this RFB.
UW MADISON MATERIALS DISTRIBUTION SERVICES
LOT 1
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
BRAND
MODEL NUMBER
SERIAL
NUMBER
POWER
TYPE
1.
Sit down type forklift
Drexel
SL-44-3-ESS
2.
Sit down type forklift
Drexel
SLT-30
3.
Walker/Rider forklift
Yale
MPE060LCN24T2748
4.
Sit down type forklift
Yale
G807ERP040VT
Battery
5.
Sit down type forklift
Toyota
8FBCU20-COMP
Battery
6.
Walk behind forklift
Mitsubishi
PMW20
7.
Order Picker
Yale
OS030BEN24TE101
8.
Walker/Rider forklift
Kalmar AC
WA65
9.
Sit down type forklift
White
MA35
10.
Walker/Rider forklift
Prime Mover
HMX65
11.
Walk behind forklift
Prime Mover
SMX45
12.
Walk behind forklift
Yale
40-EN24T2748
15018-11-18
940011-793
N559488
67226
PMW27144
D826N02971E
WA6531284001
26103679
HMX6534258002
SMX4536079001
B827N44202J
Battery
Battery
Battery
Battery
Battery
Battery
Propane
Battery
Battery
Battery
PRICE PER
YEAR FOR
MAINTENANCE
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
3800
13.
Floor Scrubber
Advance
409000
1014670
Battery
$
LOT 1 TOTAL (Items 1 through 13)
$
All non-listed, related items from manufacturer's catalog or product list are available at ____% discount. The current
manufacturer’s catalog/price list is titled ______________________ and is dated _______ and/or numbered
____________. (Attach additional pages as needed to identify all catalog and price lists and identify on the Itemized
Bid List the discounts for each of the catalogs or price lists offered.) If more than one price column exists on the price
list, Bidder must identify which column will be used as the "list price" from which the discount would be applied.
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ATTACHMENT C: ITEMIZED BID LIST (Continued)
LOT 2 – GENERAL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS
HOURLY RATE
ITEM
DESCRIPTION
14.
Regular Hourly Rate
$_____________
ESTIMATED HOURS
EXTENDED RATE
10 Hours
$
15.
Overtime Hourly Rate
$_____________
4 Hours
$
16.
Weekend Hourly Rate
$_____________
4 Hours
$
17.
Holiday Hourly Rate
$_____________
4 Hours
$
LOT 2 TOTAL (Items 14 through
17.)
$
All non-listed, related items from manufacturer's catalog or product list are available at ____% discount. The current
manufacturer’s catalog/price list is titled ______________________ and is dated _______ and/or numbered
____________. (Attach additional pages as needed to identify all catalog and price lists and identify on the Itemized
Bid List the discounts for each of the catalogs or price lists offered.) If more than one price column exists on the price
list, Bidder must identify which column will be used as the "list price" from which the discount would be applied.
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ATTACHMENT D – VENDOR INFORMATION FORM
VENDOR NOTE: BOTH PAGES OF THIS FORM MUST BE COMPLETED AND RETURNED WITH YOUR BID
RESPONSE.
1.
Company and Contact Information
Company Name:
Company Website
Contact for questions regarding this Bid
Name:
Telephone:
Fax
Email
Fax
Email
Fax
Email
Fax
Email
Fax
Email
Fax
Email
Contract Renewals / Problems
Name:
Telephone:
Sales Representative
Name:
Telephone:
Ordering / Expediting
Name:
Telephone:
Returns
Name:
Telephone:
Invoice Information
Name:
Telephone:
Affirmative Action (see Section 17 in Standard Terms and Conditions)
Name:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Telephone:
Fax
Email
Supplier Diversity Reporting (see Section 2.8)
Name:
Address:
City/State/Zip:
Telephone:
Fax
Email
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VENDOR INFORMATION FORM CONT.
2. In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes 560.035, 560.0335 and 560.036, indicate below if you are a
Wisconsin certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Work Center (WC), Disabled Veteran-Owned
Business (DVB) or Woman-owned Business Enterprise (WBE) (see websites:
https://wisdp.wi.gov/Home.aspx or http://stateuseprogram.wi.gov/section.asp?linkid=1424&locid=65).
____ Minority (MBE)
____ Work Center (WC)
____Disabled Veteran-Owned Business (DVB)
____ Woman Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)
___ Not applicable
(If no answer is indicated above, we will assume that you are none of the above when making the
award.)
3. Pursuant to Public Law 95-507, indicate which of the following classifications apply to your
organization. All vendors are considered Large Business unless otherwise indicated (see website:
www.sba.gov/). (Check √ all that apply.)
____________ LARGE BUSINESS (LG)
____________ SMALL BUSINESS (SB)
____________ VETERAN OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (VOSB)
____________ SERVICE DISABLED VETERAN OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (SDVOSB)
____________ HISTORICALLY UNDER UTILIZED BUSINESS ZONE (HUBZONE)
____________ SMALL DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS (SDB)
____________ WOMAN-OWNED SMALL BUSINESS (WOSB)
4. AMERICAN MADE: Wisconsin Statutes S. 16.754, directs the state to purchase materials which are
manufactured to the greatest extent in the United States when all other factors are substantially equal.
“Substantially equal” means when bids are tied or proposal scores are equal. Indicate whether the
material covered in your bid/proposal were manufactured in whole or in substantial part within the
United States, or the majority of the component parts thereof were manufactured in whole or in
substantial part in the United States.
____________ YES
____________ NO
____________ UNKNOWN
5. RECYCLED PRODUCTS/PACKAGING/DISPOSAL TECHNIQUES: The University is committed to
promote environmentally sound procurement, usage and disposal methods which are in compliance with
State of Wisconsin County, and Municipal regulations. Currently the University has a recycling program
for starch and Styrofoam packing peanuts. The University’s preference is to receive starch peanuts
whenever possible. The Contractor shall not use INSTAPAK (or similar), Vermiculite or mix starch and
Styrofoam peanuts under any circumstances. Each product shall be separately pre-packed in
accordance with commercially accepted methods. Small products may be packaged in protective
envelopes (Mail-Lite or Bubble-Jet packs).
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ATTACHMENT E - CLIENT REFERENCE LIST
1.
Reference Name: _____________________________________________ Contact: ___________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone #: (
) ____________________
E-mail
address_______________________________________________________
Fax/Internet address:____________________________________________________________________________________
Description and date(s) of commodities and services provided: __________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
2.
Reference Name: _____________________________________________ Contact: ___________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone #: (
) ____________________
E-mail
address_______________________________________________________
Fax/Internet address:____________________________________________________________________________________
Description and date(s) of commodities and services provided: __________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
3.
Reference Name: _____________________________________________ Contact: ___________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Phone #: (
) ____________________
E-mail
address_______________________________________________________
Fax/Internet address:____________________________________________________________________________________
Description and date(s) of commodities and services provided: __________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
References may be contacted to confirm the Bidder’s abilities and qualifications as stated in the Bidder’s
response. The University may perform due diligence by contacting any applicable business reference,
including references from within the UW System. The University reserves the right to disqualify any Bidder
whose references don’t support their stated claim of qualifications in their response.
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ATTACHMENT F: STANDARD TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1.0
SPECIFICATIONS: The specifications in this request are the minimum acceptable. When specific manufacturer and model
numbers are used, they are to establish a design, type of construction, quality, functional capability and/or performance
level desired. When alternates are bid/proposed, they must be identified by manufacturer, stock number, and such other
information necessary to establish equivalency.
The UW-Madison shall be the sole judge of equivalency.
Bidders/proposers are cautioned to avoid bidding alternates which may result in rejection of their bid/proposal.
2.0
DEVIATIONS AND EXCEPTIONS: Deviations and exceptions from original text, terms, conditions, or specifications shall
be described fully, on the bidder's/proposer's letterhead, signed, and attached to the request. Each deviation and
exception must be identified by the section, page and paragraph to which it applies. In the absence of such statement, the
bid/proposal shall be accepted as in strict compliance with all terms, conditions, and specifications and the bidder/proposer
shall be held liable.
3.0
QUALITY: Unless otherwise indicated in the request, all material shall be first quality. Items which are used,
demonstrators, obsolete, seconds, or which have been discontinued are unacceptable without prior written approval by the
University.
4.0
QUANTITIES: The quantities shown on this request are based on estimated needs. The University reserves the right to
increase or decrease quantities to meet actual needs.
5.0
PRICING AND DISCOUNT: The University qualifies for governmental discounts and its educational institutions also qualify
for educational discounts. Unit prices shall reflect these discounts.
5.1
Unit prices shown on the bid/proposal or contract shall be the price per unit of sale (e.g., gal., cs., doz., ea.) as stated
on the request or contract. For any given item, the quantity multiplied by the unit price shall establish the extended
price, the unit price shall govern in the bid/proposal evaluation and contract administration.
5.2
Prices established in continuing agreements and term contracts may be lowered due to general market conditions,
but prices shall not be subject to increase for ninety (90) calendar days from the date of award. Any increase
proposed shall be submitted to the University thirty (30) calendar days before the proposed effective date of the price
increase, and shall be limited to fully documented cost increases to the Contractor which are demonstrated to be
industry-wide. The conditions under which price increases may be granted shall be expressed in bid/proposal
documents and contracts or agreements.
5.3
In determination of award, discounts for early payment will only be considered when all other conditions are equal
and when payment terms allow at least fifteen (15) days, providing the discount terms are deemed favorable. All
payment terms must allow the option of net thirty (30).
6.0
UNFAIR SALES ACT: Prices quoted to the University are not governed by the Wisconsin Unfair Sales Act.
7.0
ACCEPTANCE-REJECTION: The University reserves the right to accept or reject any or all bids/proposals, to waive any
technicality in any bid/proposal submitted, and to accept any part of a bid/proposal as deemed to be in the best interest of
the State of Wisconsin.
8.0
ORDERING: Purchase orders or releases via purchasing cards shall be placed directly to the Contractor by University. No
other purchase orders are authorized.
9.0
PAYMENT TERMS AND INVOICING: The University normally will pay properly submitted vendor invoices within thirty
(30) days of receipt providing goods and/or services have been delivered, installed (if required), and accepted as specified.
9.1
Invoices presented for payment must be submitted in accordance with instructions contained on the purchase order
including reference to purchase order number and submittal to the correct address for processing. Invoice payment
processing address is shown on the upper left corner of the purchase order. Send invoices to the Accounts Payable
address on the purchase order. Do not send invoices to the ship to address.
9.2
Payment shall be considered timely if the payment is mailed, delivered, or transferred within thirty (30) days after
receipt of a properly completed invoice, unless the vendor is notified in writing by the agency of a dispute before
payment is due.
9.3
Bidders/proposers shall include discounts for early payment (See 5.3) as a percent reduction of invoice. Invoice
discounts shall be determined, where applicable, from the date of acceptance of goods and/or the receipt of invoice,
whichever is later. Discounts for early payment terms stated on the bid/proposal must be shown plainly on the
invoice; discounts for early payment not shown on the invoice will be taken.
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9.4
Invoices submitted not in accordance with these instructions will be removed from the payment process and returned
within ten (10) days.
9.5
Payment terms and invoicing for purchasing card will be made in accordance with the purchasing card contact.
TAXES: The University, an agency of the State of Wisconsin, is exempt from payment of all federal tax and Wisconsin
state and local taxes on its purchases except Wisconsin excise taxes as described below. The Department of Revenue of
the State of Wisconsin does not issue a tax exempt number; however, University is exempt from State of Wisconsin sales
or use tax under s.77.54(9a)(a). Registration No. 39-73-1021-K, was issued by the Internal Revenue Service to authorize
tax-free transactions under Chapter 32 of the Internal Revenue Code.
10.1 The University, an agency of the State of Wisconsin, is required to pay the Wisconsin excise or occupation tax on its
purchase of beer, liquor, wine, cigarettes, tobacco products, motor vehicle fuel and general aviation fuel. However, it is
exempt from payment of Wisconsin sales or use tax on its purchases. The University may be subject to other states' taxes
on its purchases in that state depending on the laws of that state. Contractors performing construction activities are
required to pay state use tax on the cost of materials.
11.0
GUARANTEED DELIVERY: Failure of the Contractor to adhere to delivery schedules as specified or to promptly replace
rejected materials shall render the Contractor liable for all costs in excess of the contract price when alternate procurement
is necessary. Excess costs shall include the administrative costs.
12.0
ENTIRE AGREEMENT: These Standard Terms and Conditions shall apply to any contract or order awarded as a result of
this request except where special requirements are stated elsewhere in the request; in such cases, the special
requirements shall apply. Further, the written contract and/or order with referenced parts and attachments shall constitute
the entire agreement and no other terms and conditions in any document, acceptance, or acknowledgment shall be
effective or binding unless expressly agreed to in writing by the University.
13.0
APPLICABLE LAW AND COMPLIANCE: This Agreement shall be construed under the laws of the State of Wisconsin.
Jurisdiction and venue for any disputes under this Agreement shall be in Dane County, Wisconsin. The contractor shall at all
times comply with and observe all federal and state laws, local laws, ordinances and regulations which are in effect during
the period of this contract and which in any manner affect the work or its conduct. The State of Wisconsin shall not enter into
a contract with a vendor, and reserves the right to cancel any existing contract, if the vendor or contractor has not met or
complied with the requirements of s. 77.66, Wis. Stats., and related statutes regarding certification for collection of sales and
use tax.
14.0
ANTITRUST ASSIGNMENT: The Contractor and the University recognize that in actual economic practice, overcharges
resulting from antitrust violations are in fact usually borne by the purchaser. Therefore, the Contractor hereby assigns to
the University any and all claims for such overcharges as to goods, materials or services purchased in connection with this
contract.
15.0
ASSIGNMENT: No right or duty in whole or in part of the Contractor under this contract may be assigned or delegated
without the prior written consent of the University.
16.0
DISPUTES: Disputes should be addressed to the University Purchasing Office, Director of Purchasing Services, 21 N Park
St, Suite 6101, Madison, WI 53715 1218.
17.0
NONDISCRIMINATION/ AFFIRMATIVE ACTION:
17.1 In connection with the performance of work under this contract, the Contractor agrees not to discriminate against any
employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition,
developmental disability as defined in s.51.01(5), Wisconsin Statutes, sexual orientation as defined in s.111.32(13m)
Wis. Stats., or national origin. This provision shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment,
upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment or recruitment advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other
forms of compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship. Except with respect to sexual orientation,
the Contractor further agrees to take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities.
17.2 Contracts estimated to be over fifty thousand dollars ($50,000) require the submission of a written affirmative action
plan by the Contractor. An exemption occurs from this requirement if the Contractor has a workforce of less than fifty
(50) employees. Within fifteen (15) working days after the contract is awarded, the Contractor must submit the plan
to the contracting state agency for approval. Instructions on preparing the plan and technical assistance regarding
this clause are available from the contracting state agency.
17.3 The Contractor agrees to post in conspicuous places, available for employees and applicants for employment, a
notice to be provided by the contracting state agency that sets forth the provisions of the State of Wisconsin
nondiscrimination law.
17.4 Failure to comply with the conditions of this clause may result in the Contractor's becoming declared an "ineligible"
Contractor, termination of the contract, or withholding of payment.
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17.5 To the extent required by law, 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) and (b) are incorporated by reference in these Standard Terms and
Conditions. Additionally, the Contractor certifies compliance with 41 CFR 60-1.8 and does not and will not maintain
any facilities provided for employees in a segregated manner. The Contractor further agrees to obtain identical
certifications from any subcontractors prior to the award of a subcontract exceeding $25,000 which is not exempt and
will retain such certification for audit purposes.
18.0
PATENT INFRINGEMENT: The Contractor selling to the University the articles described herein guarantees the articles
were manufactured or produced in accordance with applicable federal labor laws. Further, that the sale or use of the
articles described herein will not infringe any United States patent. The Contractor covenants that it will at its own expense
defend every suit which shall be brought against the University (provided that such Contractor is promptly notified of such
suit, and all papers therein are delivered to it) for any alleged infringement of any patent by reason of the sale or use of
such articles, and agrees that it will pay all costs, damages, and profits recoverable in any such suit.
19.0
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS: All materials, equipment, and supplies provided to the University must comply fully with all
safety requirements as set forth by the Wisconsin Administrative Code, Rules of the Industrial Commission on Safety, and
all applicable OSHA Standards.
20.0
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET: If any item(s) on an order(s) resulting from this award(s) is a hazardous chemical, as
defined under 29CFR 1910.1200, provide one (1) copy of a Material Safety Data Sheet for each item with the shipped
container(s) and one (1) copy to UW Safety Department, 30 East Campus Mall, Madison WI 53715-2609.
21.0 WARRANTY: Unless otherwise specifically stated by the bidder/proposer, equipment purchased as a result of this request
shall be warranted against defects by the bidder/proposer for one (1) year from date of receipt. The equipment
manufacturer's standard warranty shall apply as a minimum and must be honored by the Contractor.
22.0
INSURANCE RESPONSIBILITY: The Contractor performing services to the University shall:
22.1 Maintain worker's compensation insurance as required by Wisconsin Statutes for all employees engaged in the work.
22.2 Maintain commercial liability, bodily injury and property damage insurance against any claim(s) which might occur in
carrying out this agreement/contract. Minimum coverage shall be one million dollars ($1,000,000) liability for bodily
injury and property damage including products liability and completed operations. Provide motor vehicle insurance for
all owned, non-owned and hired vehicles that are used in carrying out this contract. Minimum coverage shall be one
million dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence combined single limit for automobile liability and property damage.
22.3 The state reserves the right to require higher or lower limits where warranted.
22.4 Upon request by the University, the Contractor is required to provide a Certificate of Insurance, from an insurance
company licensed to do business in the State of Wisconsin, with a minimum AM Best rating of A-, and signed by an
authorized agent. A minimum 60 day cancellation notice is desired.
23.0
CANCELLATION: The University reserves the right to cancel any contract in whole or in part without penalty due to
nonappropriation of funds or for failure of the Contractor to comply with terms, conditions, and specifications of this
contract.
24.0
VENDOR TAX DELINQUENCY: Vendors who have a delinquent Wisconsin tax liability may have their payments offset by
the State of Wisconsin.
25.0
OMNIBUS RECONCILIATION ACT: (Public Law 96-499) To the extent required by law, if this contract is for acquisition of
services with a cost or value of $25,000 or more within any 12-month period, including contracts for both goods and
services in which the services component is worth $25,000 or more within any 12-month period, the Contractor shall in
accordance with 42 C.F.R., Part 420, Section 1861 of the Omnibus Reconciliation Act of 1980 (P.L. 96499) and permit the
comptroller general of the United States, the United States Department of Health and Human Services, and their duly
authorized representatives, access to the Contractor's books, documents and records until the expiration date of four (4)
years after the approval of procurement activities.
26.0
PUBLIC RECORDS ACCESS: It is the intention of University to maintain an open and public process in the solicitation,
submission, review, and approval of procurement activities. Bid/proposal openings are public unless otherwise specified.
Records may not be available for public inspection prior to issuance of the notice of intent to award or the award of the
contract.
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PROPRIETARY INFORMATION: Any restrictions on the use of data contained within a request must be clearly stated in
the bid/proposal itself. Proprietary information submitted in response to a request will be handled in accordance with
applicable State of Wisconsin procurement regulations and the Wisconsin public records law. Proprietary restrictions
normally are not accepted. However, when accepted, it is the vendor's responsibility to defend the determination in the
event of an appeal or litigation.
27.1 Data contained in a bid/proposal, all documentation provided therein, and innovations developed as a result of the
contracted commodities or services cannot be copyrighted or patented by Contractor. All data, documentation, and
innovations become the property of the State of Wisconsin.
27.2 Any material submitted by the vendor in response to this request that the vendor considers confidential and
proprietary information and which qualifies as a trade secret, as provided in s. 19.36(5), Wis. Stats., or material which
can be kept confidential under the Wisconsin public records law, must be identified on a Designation of Confidential
and Proprietary Information form (DOA-3027). Bidders/proposers may request the form if it is not part of the Request
for Bid/Request for Proposal package. Bid/proposal prices cannot be held confidential.
28.0
DISCLOSURE: If a state public official (s. 19.42, Wisconsin Statutes), a member of a state public official's immediate
family, or any organization in which a state public official or a member of the official's immediate family owns or controls a
ten percent (10%) interest, is a party to this agreement, and if this agreement involves payment of more than three
thousand dollars ($3,000) within a twelve (12) month period, this contract is voidable by the state unless appropriate
disclosure is made according to s. 19.45(6), Wis. Stats., before signing the contract. Disclosure must be made to the State
of Wisconsin Ethics Board, 44 E. Mifflin Street, Suite 601, Madison, Wisconsin 53703 (Telephone 608-266-8123). State
classified and former employees and certain University faculty/staff are subject to separate disclosure requirements, s.
16.417, Wis. Stats.
29.0
ANTI-KICKBACK ACT of 1986: (41 USC 51 et. seq): To the extent required by law, the officer or employee responsible
for submitting this bid shall certify, in accordance with 48 CFR 52.203-7, to the best of their knowledge, that they have no
information concerning the violation of the Anti- Kickback Act in connection with the submitted bid/proposal. Signing the
bid/proposal with a false statement shall void the submitted bid/proposal and any resulting contract(s).
30.0
RECYCLED MATERIALS: The University is required to purchase products incorporating recycled materials whenever
technically or economically feasible. Bidders/proposers are encouraged to bid/propose products with recycled content
which meet specifications.
31.0
HOLD HARMLESS: The Contractor will indemnify and save harmless the State of Wisconsin and all of its officers, agents
and employees from all suits, actions, or claims of any character brought for or on account of any injuries or damages
received by any persons or property resulting from the operations of the Contractor, or of any of its Contractors, in
prosecuting work under this agreement.
32.0
PROMOTIONAL ADVERTISING/NEWS RELEASES: Reference to or use of the State of Wisconsin, any of its
departments, agencies (University) or other subunits, or any state official or employee for commercial promotion is
prohibited. News releases pertaining to this procurement shall not be made without prior approval of the University.
Release of broadcast e-mails pertaining to this procurement shall not be made without prior written authorization of the
contracting agency.
33.0
WORK CENTER CRITERIA: A work center must be certified under s. 16.752, Wisconsin Statutes, and must ensure that
when engaged in the production of materials, supplies or equipment or the performance of contractual services, not less
than seventy-five percent (75%) of the total hours of direct labor are performed by severely handicapped individuals.
34.0
FOREIGN CORPORATION: A foreign corporation (any corporation other than a Wisconsin corporation) which becomes a
party to this Agreement is required to conform to all the requirements of Chapter 180, Wis. Stats., relating to a foreign
corporation and must possess a certificate of authority from the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions, unless the
corporation is transacting business in interstate commerce or is otherwise exempt from the requirement of obtaining a
certificate of authority. Any foreign corporation which desires to apply for a certificate of authority should contact the
Department of Financial Institutions, Division of Corporation, P.O. Box 7846, Madison, WI 53707-7846; telephone (608)
261-7577.
35.0
FORCE MAJEURE: Neither party shall be in default by reason of any failure in performance of this Agreement in
accordance with reasonable control and without fault or negligence on their part. Such causes may include, but are not
restricted to, acts of nature or the public enemy, acts of the government in either its sovereign or contractual capacity, fires,
floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, freight embargoes and unusually severe weather, but in every case the
failure to perform such must be beyond the reasonable control and without the fault or negligence of the party.
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36.0
WORK CENTER PROGRAM: The successful bidder/proposer shall agree to implement processes that allow the State
agencies, including the University of Wisconsin System, to satisfy the State's obligation to purchase goods and services
produced by work centers certified under the State Use Law, s.16.752, Wis. Stat. This shall result in requiring the
successful bidder/proposer to include products provided by work centers in its catalog for State agencies and campuses or
to block the sale of comparable items to State agencies and campuses.
37.0
CHILD ABUSE NOTIFICATION: Contractor, per Executive Order 54, is required to make a report of child abuse or neglect
immediately if, in the course of service, the Contractor observes or learns of an incident or threat of child abuse or neglect,
and the Contractor has reasonable cause to believe that child abuse or neglect has occurred or will occur.
A report must be made personally or by telephone to UWPD.
Reports are to be made to: Emergency Phone Number: 911.
Non-Emergency Phone Numbers: UW Police Department 608-264-2677.
38.0
RELEASE OF INFORMATION: Contractor shall not report or release information concerning University of Wisconsin System
or its campuses students, employees or customers to third parties without the University’s prior written approval. Any such
report or release of information shall, at a minimum, comply with those requirements enumerated in the Gramm-Leach-Bliley
Act, 15 USC 6801 et seq., University standards for safeguarding such information, and all other applicable laws regarding
consumer privacy.

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