1 LEVI’S STADIUM GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
BY AND BETWEEN
STADIUM MANAGER
AND
GLOBAL WATER TECHNOLOGY, INC.
This Agreement for the Performance of Services (“Agreement”) is made and entered into on April 1, 2023 (“Effective Date”) by and between GLOBAL WATER TECHNOLOGY, INC., a California corporation with its principal place of business at [insert address] (“Contractor”), and the FORTY NINERS STADIUM MANAGEMENT COMPANY LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“ Stadium Manager”), with its principal place of business at 4900 Marie P. DeBartolo Way, Santa Clara, CA 95054. Stadium Manager and Contractor may be referred to individually as a “Party” or collectively as the “Parties” or the “Parties to this Agreement.”
RECITALS
A. The CITY OF SANTA CLARA, a municipal corporation (“City”) and the SANTA CLARA STADIUM AUTHORITY, a joint exercise of powers entity, created through Government Code sections 6500 et seq. (the “Authority”), are parties to that certain Ground Lease dated March 28, 2012, as amended by that certain First Amendment to Ground Lease (Stadium Site) (as the same may be further amended from time to time, the “Ground Lease”), pursuant to which the Authority leases certain real property from the City upon which the Authority has developed and constructed a multi-purpose stadium (the “Stadium”).
B. The Authority and FORTY NINERS SC STADIUM COMPANY LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“StadCo”), are parties to that certain Amended and Restated Stadium Lease Agreement dated March 28, 2012 as amended and restated as of June 19, 2013 (as the same may be further amended from time to time, the “Stadium Lease”), pursuant to which StadCo is granted the right during the term of the Stadium Lease to use and occupy the St adium for the operation of an NFL franchise, subject to, and on the basis of, the terms, covenants and conditions set forth in the Stadium Lease.
C. StadCo and FORTY NINERS FOOTBALL COMPANY LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Team”), are parties to a certain Sublease Agreement dated March 28, 2012, as amended and restated as of June 19, 2013 (as the same may be further amended from time to time, the “Team Sublease”), pursuant to which, during the term of the Team Sublease, the Team shall play its NFL home games at the Stadium, subject to, and on the basis of, the terms, covenants and conditions set forth in the Team Sublease.
D. The Authority, StadCo, and Stadium Manager are parties to a certain Stadium Management Agreement effective as of March 28, 2012, as amended by that certain First Amendment to Stadium Management Agreement dated November 13, 2012, that certain Second Amendment to Stadium Management Agreement dated May 9, 2013, that certain Third Amendment to Stadium Management Agreement dated June 19, 2013, and that certain Fourth Amendment to Stadium Management Agreement dated March 18, 2014 (as the same may be further amended from time to time, the “Stadium Management Agreement”), pursuant to which the Stadium Manager will manage the operation of the Stadium year-round on behalf of the Authority and StadCo for the term and on the basis specified in the Stadium Management Agreement.
E. Pursuant to the Stadium Management Agreement, the Stadium Manager is required to maintain and operate the Stadium and areas surrounding the Stadium, and, accordingly, desires to secure the general services generally consisting of [insert type of general service] as more fully described in Exhibit A, entitled “Scope of Services” (the “Services”), attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.
2 F. Contractor represents that it, and its subcontractors, if any, have the professional qualifications, expertise, necessary licenses / certifications / permits, and desire to provide the Services which meet objectives and requirements of Stadium Manager.
G. In accordance with the Stadium Management Agreement, the Stadium Manager is authorized to enter into this Agreement on behalf of the Authority and StadCo to engage Contractor to provide the Services. The Stadium Manager and Contractor desire to enter into this Agreement whereby Contractor will perform the Services subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Ground Lease, the Stadium Lease and the Stadium Management Agreement.
TERMS
1. DEFINITIONS.
A. Affiliate: shall mean any Person directly or indirectly controlling or controlled by or under direct or indirect common control with a Person. For purposes of this definition, “control” when used with respect to any entity means the power to direct the management and policies of such entity, directly or indirectly, whether through the ownership of voting securities, by contract or otherwise; and “controlling” and “controlled” have meanings correlative to the foregoing.
B. Additional Indemnitees: shall mean the Authority’s Affiliates (including without limitation, the Authority’s Board of Directors, the City, its City Council, and all City or Agency commissions, officers, employees, volunteers and agents), the B ayshore North Project Enhancement Authority, the Successor Agency to the Santa Clara Redevelopment Agency, StadCo and its Affiliates, the Team and any Additional Team (i.e., an additional NFL franchise that plays its “home” games at the Stadium) (and their respective Affiliates), Manager’s Affiliates (if not any of the previously mentioned Persons), each other tenant of the Stadium and each Event promoter, and any mortgagee, bond trustee or other financial institution from time to time holding a lien or indenture upon Manager’s interest in the Stadium, the Stadium Lease or the Stadium Management Agreement.
C. Default Rate: shall mean a rate per annum equal to the lesser of (i) fifteen percent (15.0%) and (ii) the maximum non-usurious rate permitted by applicable law.
D. Fiscal Year: shall mean the twelve (12) month period commencing April 1 of each year after the execution of this Agreement, except that the first Fiscal Year will commence on the Commencement Date of the Stadium Lease and end on the next following March 31.
If this Agreement expires or terminates on a date other than March 31 of a particular year, there shall be a partial last Fiscal Year ending on the date of such termination.
E. Hazardous Substance: shall mean, as of any date: (a) any petroleum or petroleum products, flammable explosives, radioactive materials, asbestos in any form that is or could become friable, urea formaldehyde foam insulation, and transformers or other equipment that contain dielectric fluid containing polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs); (b) any chemicals or other materials or substances which as of such date are defined as or included in the definition of “hazardous substances,” “hazardous wastes,” “hazardous materials,” “extremely hazardous wastes,” “restricted hazardous wastes ,” “toxic substances,” “toxic pollutants,” “contaminants,” “infectious wastes,” “pollutants” or words of similar import under any environmental law; and (c) any other chemical or other material or substance, 3 exposure to which or use of which as of such date is prohibited, limited or regulated under any environmental law.
F. Person: shall mean any individual, corporation, partnership, limited liability company, association, trust or other entity whatsoever.
2. EMPLOYMENT OF CONTRACTOR.
Stadium Manager hereby employs Contractor to perform the Services. Stadium Manager shall pay for all such Services which are consistent with the terms of this Agreement.
3. SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED.
A. The Recitals above and all of the exhibits and schedules referenced in this Agreement are attached and are incorporated herein by this reference.
B. Contractor promises and agrees to furnish to the Stadium Manager all labor, materials, tools, equipment, services, and incidental and customary work necessary to fully and adequately perform the Services as described in this Agreement including, without limitation, Exhibit A attached hereto.
C. Stadium Manager may, at its discretion, provide, or cause to be provided, during the Term designated office and storage space within the Stadium for use by Contractor. The location of such office and storage space shall be in the sole discretion of Stadium Manager, and Stadium Manager may direct that the office and storage space be moved to a new location within the Stadium from time to time as it deems necessary.
D. Except as expressly provided herein, Contractor shall be responsible for all costs and expenses incurred in performing the Services, including costs and expenses of maintaining, repairing and replacing any furniture, fixtures, equipment, or other tangible property and all applicable taxes, staffing (including all managerial and Event staff, if applicable), and training. As described in greater detail in Section 8.F hereof, Contractor
agrees to fully abide by all sustainability and reuse programs established for or applicable to the Stadium, as each may be modified from time to time following the Effective Date.
E. Without limiting the generality of any other provision in this Agreement, Contractor’s provision of the Services shall be subject to the reasonable prior approval of Stadium Manager acting in conjunction with Contractor, including but not limited to staffing and the manner of Contractor’s performance. Contractor shall not offer exclusivity to any supplier without the prior written approval of Stadium Manager.
F. If at any time, Contractor fails or is otherwise prevented from providing all or any portion of the Services whether due to a suspension or termination of any licenses or permits or otherwise, then, in addition to any other right of Stadium Manager, Stadium Manager shall have the right, in its sole discretion, without the payment of any kind to Contractor, to provide through any available means the Services, or any portion thereof, until such time as Contractor has resumed its provision of the Services. In the event Stadium Manager exercises its rights pursuant to this Section, Contractor shall, and shall cause its employees to cooperate and assist Stadium Manager in providing the Services.
G. Notwithstanding the foregoing, and subject to any restrictions imposed by the Authority, including pursuant to the Stadium Lease and Stadium Management Agreement, the Stadium Manager and its designated agents reserve the right of access to all areas that Contractor is permitted to access, use and occupy hereunder for purposes of operating, inspecting, maintaining and repairing the Stadium (and all improvements therein or thereon) and for the purpose of determining whether the terms, covenants and conditions contained in this Agreement are being fully and faithfully observed and performed by 4 Contractor. Use of any space or property that Contractor is permitted to access, use and occupy hereunder for purposes other than the operations to be conducted under this Agreement, without prior written approval of Stadium Manager in its sole discretion, is prohibited. Contractor shall not interfere with any other contractor, licensee or employee of the Authority, Stadium Manager or any other person working at the Stadium.
4. COMMENCEMENT OF SERVICES.
Contractor shall begin providing the Services on the Effective Date. Contractor shall provide the Services as described in Exhibit A and shall complete all Services during the Term consistent with any milestones specified in this Agreement. The Parties may adjust any performance milestones, service schedules or commencement dates by mutual written agreement.
5. QUALIFICATIONS OF CONTRACTOR – STANDARD OF WORKMANSHIP.
A. Contractor represents and maintains that it has the necessary expertise in the professional calling to perform the Services, and its duties and obligations, expressed and implied, contained in this Agreement, and Stadium Manager expressly relies upon Contractor’s representations regarding its skills and knowledge. Contractor shall perform such Services and duties and obligations in conformance to and consistent with the professional standards of a specialist in the same discipline in the State of California.
B. Any plans, designs, specifications, estimates, calculations, reports, and other documents required to be furnished by Contractor under this Agreement shall be of a quality acceptable to Stadium Manager. To be accepted as provided under this Agreement, any such deliverable shall be a product of neat appearance and shall be well -organized, technically and grammatically correct, and checked, and shall identify the maker and checker. The minimum standard of appearance, organization, and content of the deliverable shall be that used by Stadium Manager for similar services.
6. TERM OF AGREEMENT.
The term of this Agreement (the “Term”) shall begin on the Effective Date and terminate on March 31, 2026 provided however, if this Agreement extends beyond a single fiscal year, the Term f or subsequent fiscal years shall be conditioned upon approval of the Authority budget for the applicable fiscal year that includes the amounts due under this Agreement. All Services contained herein shall be completed prior to the end of the Term of this A greement. The Stadium Manager shall have the option, in its sole discretion, to extend the Term for two additional one (1) year periods by notifying Contractor in writing of Stadium Manager's desire to exercise said option prior to the expiration of the then-current Term.
7. WARRANTY.
Contractor expressly warrants that all Services covered by this Agreement shall be fit for the purpose intended, shall be free from defect, and shall conform to the specifications, requirements, and instructions upon which this A greement is based. Contractor agrees to promptly replace or correct any incomplete, inaccurate, or defective Services at no further cost to Stadium Manager when defects are due to the negligence, errors, or omissions of Contractor. If Contractor fails to promptly correct or replace Services, Stadium Manager may make corrections or replace Services and charge Contractor for the cost incurred by Stadium Manager.
8. PERFORMANCE OF SERVICES.
A. Contractor shall perform all Services in an efficient and expeditious manner and shall work closely with and be guided by Stadium Manager. Contractor shall be as fully responsible to Stadium Manager for the acts and omissions of its subcontractors, and of persons either directly or indirectly employed by them, as Contractor is for the acts and omissions of 5 persons directly employed by it. Contractor will perform all Services in a safe manner and in accordance with all Applicable Laws and safety regulations, the policies and procedures issued by the Stadium Manager relating to the Services, the general operating procedures of the Authority, and any and all other applicable rules, regulations, policies and directives established or implemented by the Authority and/or Stadium Manager, the designees of either of them, or the NFL, from time to time, including scheduling rules, regulations and policies, related to the use or operation of the Stadium (collectively, “Stadium Policies”).
The term “Applicable Laws” as used in this Agreement shall mean any statute, law, treaty, rule, code, ordinance, regulation, permit, interpretation, certificate or order, whether now or hereafter existing, of any Governmental Authority, or any judgment, decision, decree, injunction, writ, order or like action of any court, arbitrator or other Governmental Authority, whether now or hereafter existing. The term “Governmental Authority” as used in this Agreement shall mean any federal, state, local or foreign governmental entity, authority or agency, court, tribunal, regulatory commission or other body, whether legislative, judicial or executive (or a combination or permutation thereof), and any arbitrator to whom a dispute has been presented under Applicable Laws or by agreement of the Parties with an interest in such dispute.
B. Contractor shall at all times maintain a sufficient number of qualified personnel at the Stadium and, if applicable, the Related Facilities ( e.g., offsite parking areas ) for the performance of all of Contractor’s obligations under this Agreement.
C. Contractor’s authorized personnel who are scheduled to work at events at the Stadium (“Events”) shall be provided with ingress to and egress from the Stadium through a gate or gates designated for such purpose by Stadium Manager, without charge, during all days on which Events are held and at all other times necessary to enable Contractor to prepare for Events and fulfill its responsibilities under this Agreement. Contractor sha ll be bound by and comply with all rules, policies and procedures relating to security and access rights, including requirements related to screening and identification of Contractor’s personnel, established from time to time by Stadium Manager. Nothing herein contained shall be held to limit or qualify the right of the Authority or Stadium Manager to a free and unobstructed use, occupation and control of the Stadium and ingress and egress for itself, its lessees and the public.
D. Contractor shall obtain on or before the Commencement Date and shall thereafter maintain throughout the Term, at its cost and in its name, all licenses and permits necessary for the performance of the Services and any and all other licenses and permits required to be obtained by Contractor by the terms of the Stadium Lease. Stadium Manager shall cooperate with Contractor in connection with applications submitted by Contractor for any and all licenses and permits and renewals thereof. Contractor shall not submit any application for a permit or license without first providing Stadium Manager a reasonable opportunity to review it. Contractor shall furnish Stadium Manager with copies of such licenses and permits and renewals thereof as are physically maintained at the Stadium, and all other licenses or permits otherwise required under Applicable Laws or this Agreement, and shall surrender all licenses and permits to Stadium Manager upon termination of this Agreement.
E. In the event that Contractor fails to obtain or maintain in full forc e and effect any material license or permit necessary for the performance of the Services, including upon a suspension applicable to an Event or revocation thereof, (a) Stadium Manager shall have the right (but no obligation) to perform or have another Per son perform the applicable obligation without compensation to Contractor and, whether or not Stadium Manager exercises that right or its termination rights, Contractor shall be responsible to Stadium Manager for the loss of income and all other damages, including consequential and special damages, suffered by Stadium Manager as the result of Contractor’s breach of this Agreement, including any loss of income; and (b) Contractor shall be considered in material 6 breach of this Agreement, and Stadium Manager ma y, in addition to any other rights or remedies it may have, immediately terminate this Agreement.
F. Contractor shall comply in all respects with the Santa Clara Business and Commercial Recycling Program, as the same shall be amended from time to time, and shall, in partnership with Stadium Manager, prepare and implement a plan (the “Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan”) that targets 100% diversion of solid waste from all Events, including composting or other diversion of compostable organics. Contractor shall train its employees in the methods and objectives of the Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan and shall direct and cause its employees to not dispose of or discharge recyclables, compostables, waste, garbage, refuse or Hazardous Substances in any area in or outside the Stadium other than in areas specifically designated therefor. Contractor shall be responsible for expeditiously collecting, separating, recycling, bagging and delivering recyclables, compostables, trash and garbage generated within the Stadium Complex, and Contractor shall cause its employees to deposit such recyclables, compostables, trash and garbage in appropriate containers or equipment in the locations specified by Stadium Manager, whereupon Stadium Manager shall be responsible for the further delivery and ultimate disposal of such recyclables, compostables, trash and garbage. In addition, Contractor shall separate, compact and recycle the trash generated by Events on non- Event days. Contractor shall take all action necessary to: (i) ensure that all such recyclables, compostables, trash and garbage are placed in bags and/or the appropriate receptacles or other containers (which receptacles and containers shall be provided by Contractor) that are durable for transport and not easily susceptible to breakage or leakage, (ii) notify Stadium Manager when the centralized Stadium recyclable, compostable and garbage receptacles are full and need to be emptied, (iii) prevent recyclables, compostables and trash from piling up around the outside of the receptacles and from using the Stadium receptacles in lieu of transferring the recyclables, compostables and trash to the required locations as described herein and (iv) ensure that recyclables, compostables and trash do not spill out prior to or durin g transport. Contractor agrees to and is fully committed to participating in the separation and recycling of refuse in the Stadium and to minimize the amount of non- recyclable and non-compostable refuse to be removed from the Stadium. All recyclable, compostable, trash and garbage receptacles within the areas controlled by Contractor shall be provided by Contractor and shall be cleaned and sanitized by Contractor in accordance with the standards reasonably set from time to time by the Authority and/or Sta dium Manager, to ensure a consistently high standard of sanitation meeting or exceeding the standards set by the Santa Clara County Public Health Department and/or the City. Contractor will comply with all federal, state and local recycling and composting requirements and such recycling and composting programs implemented from time to time by the Authority and/or Stadium Manager and all rules and regulations applicable to the Stadium’s adherence to, and/or certification by, the Leadership in Energy and Env ironmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System. Contractor shall indemnify Stadium Manager and make Stadium Manager whole for any out of pocket costs incurred by Stadium Manager which are solely attributable to any negligence or intentional act or omission of Contractor or any of its employees with respect to the recycling or trash removal program, including the expense of returned or rejected recyclable, compostable and trash removals due to mixing or contaminating the trash flow in violation of Applicable Laws or specific directives provided to Contractor in writing as part of the Stadium’s sustainability and recycling, composting or trash removal programs. Stadium Manager will determine the type, appearance and location of the recyclable, compost able and trash receptacles.
G. Contractor agrees not to use Hazardous Substances at the Stadium, except in accordance with Applicable Laws, and agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold the Indemnified Parties harmless for all Losses (as defined in Section 23.A
below) arising out of its use, generation
or storage of Hazardous Substances at the Stadium.
7 H. Contractors acknowledges and agrees that Services performed under this Agreement shall not create any right of lien for Contractor at the Stadium, which is a publicly owned building.
Contractor hereby waives and releases any right of lien against Stadium Manager, StadCo, the Authority, the City, and the Stadium for the Services or any other work performed by Contractor at the Stadium during the Term of this Agreement.
I. If required by Applicable Laws, Contractor shall file a payment bond for one hundred percent of the total amount payable hereunder with and approved by Stadium Manager.
9. MONITORING OF SERVICES.
Stadium Manager may monitor the Services performed under this Agreement to determine whether Contractor’s operations conform to Stadium operating policies and directives and to the terms of this Agreement. Stadium Manager may also monitor the Services to be performed to determine whether the Services are being conducted in accordance with applicable Stadium Policies, National Football League requirements, and Applicable Laws.
10. CORRECTION OF SERVICES.
Contractor agrees to correct any incomplete, inaccurate, or defective Services at no cost to Stadium Manager, when such defects are due to the negligence, errors, or omissions of Contractor. If any action of Contractor constitutes a breach, Stadium Manager may terminate this Agreement pursuant to the provisions described herein.
11. RESPONSIBILITY OF CONTRACTOR.
A. Contractor shall be responsible for the professional quality, technical accuracy, and coordination of the Services furnished by it under this Agreement. Neither Stadium Manager’s review, acceptance, nor payments for any of the Services required under this Agreement shall be construed to operate as a waiver of any rights under this Agreement or of any cause of action arising out of the performance of this Agreement and Contractor shall be and remain liable to Stadium Manager in accordance with Applicable Laws for all damages to Stadium Manager caused by Contractor failure to perform any of the Services furnished under this Agreement.
B. Any acceptance by Stadium Manager of plans, specifications, construction contract documents, reports, diagrams, maps, and other material prepared by Contractor shall not in any respect absolve Contractor from the responsibility Contractor has in accordance with customary standards of good professional practice in compliance with Applicable Laws.
C. Contractor shall comply and other wise abide by, all emergency and security procedures and protocols of the Stadium Manager, the Authority, the City, the Team, the NFL and promoters of Events as the Stadium Manager or such other Persons shall adopt from time to time. Such procedures and protocols may include, without limitation, (i) employee pat - down and screening, (ii) presentment by Contractor’s employees of identification cards or badges issued by Stadium Manager, which may include reporting criteria such as bar codes, “Mag Stripes”, “R FID” or other identifier systems; (iii) restricting access to certain parts of the Stadium to specified employees of Contractor as reasonably approved by the Stadium Manager (with respect to security clearance standards); and/or (iv) conduct by Contractor, at its sole expense, of Team- specified minimum background and such other security screening checks on all of Contractor's employees as the Stadium Manager shall request from time to time, which checks may vary as to job function.
D. Personnel.
i. Contractor shall hire, employ, train, supervise and discipline any and all persons necessary to provide the Services in accordance with the terms of this Agreement 8 and shall use its best efforts to ensure that its employees continually practice the high standards of safety, courtesy and service customarily followed in the conduct of a first -class operation. Contractor shall use its best efforts to select qualified, competent and trustworthy employees. Any and all persons who furnish services under this Agreement, whether or not employed by Contractor prior to the Effective Date, are exclusively employees, subcontractors and/or non-affiliated third parties employed by Contractor and are not employees of the Authority, the City, StadCo or Stadium Manager. Such persons furnishing services under this Agreement shall be subject to appearance standards mutually acceptable to the parties hereto and as permitted by Applicable Laws, and shall wear, at all times while working at the Stadium, neat and clean uniforms provided by Co ntractor and approved by Stadium Manager. Such uniforms shall bear such lettering and insignia (including the name and logo of the Stadium, the Stadium naming rights sponsor, if required, and the location of the employee's assignment ( e.g., a Club or Suite area)) as Stadium Manager may require and shall be of a design reasonably satisfactory to Stadium Manager. Contractor shall cause its employees to conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner, and not to unreasonably disturb or interfere with Events. Contractor shall at all times maintain accurate records of the names, addresses, employment history and other legal identification of those to whom Contractor issues employee badges, uniforms or other identifying items to ensure the proper identification and legal working status of Contractor's employees at the Stadium. Contractor shall conduct such background and other security screening checks on its employees as Stadium Manager shall reasonably request from time to time and shall not knowingly hire any person who has been previously terminated by the Authority, StadCo, Stadium Manager or any of their respective Affiliates or contractors. Upon Stadium Manager's request, and so long as any such action shall not be contrary to law, Contractor shall immediately remove from the Stadium any employee, agent, contractor or invitee of Contractor and permanently revoke such person's access credentials.
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iii. Contractor shall conduct regularly scheduled employee training programs appropriate to the Services provided, including any programs specifically requested by Stadium Manager, for all of its employees working in the Stadium (the “Employee Training Programs”). The Employee Training Programs will be mandatory for all employees, agents and any subcontractors of Contractor and, at a minimum, will include customer service, guest interaction, security procedures and specific job skills training, and will be conducted in such frequency as may be approved or directed by Stadium Manager. Contractor shall cause all Employee Training Programs to be periodically reviewed (no less frequently than annually) and updated to the extent necessary to maintain the standard of service requested by Stadium Manager. All employees of Contractor shall also be required to attend such policy and procedures training sessions as may be held by the Stadium Manager, as well as the Stadium orientation tour and training conducted by the Stadium Manager. Contractor shall not permit any employee, agent or subcontractor to work at an Event prior to his or her completion of the prescribed training sessions and Employee Training Programs.
iv. Contractor shall promptly notify Stadium Manager upon voluntary or involuntary termination of employment of its employees or contr actors and ensure that each such terminated individual is denied further access to the Stadium. In no event shall the Authority, the City, StadCo or Stadium Manager be liable, and Contractor shall indemnify, protect, and hold the Authority, the City, StadCo and Stadium Manager harmless, for Contractor's record keeping (or lack of record keeping), including the legal identification and working status of Contractor's employees and 9 subcontractors, or for any other matters relating to Contractor's employees or subcontractors.
12. COMPENSATION AND PAYMENT.
A. In consideration for Contractor’s performance of the Services in accordance with the requirements of this Agreement , Stadium Manager shall pay Contractor for all materials provided and services rendered by Contrac tor in the amount(s) set forth in Exhibit B , entitled “Contractor Compensation and Fees.”
B. Contractor will invoice Stadium Manager for fees as set forth in Exhibit B , subject to verification by Stadium Manager. Except as otherwise expressly provided in Exhibit B, Stadium Manager will pay Contractor within thirty (30) days of Stadium Manager’s receipt of a valid invoice.
13. TERMINATION OF AGREEMENT.
A. In addition to any other rights or remedies Stadium Manager may have, Stadium Manager may terminate this Agreement by written notice to Contractor if: (i) Contractor fails to correct to the reasonable satisfaction of Stadium Manager any condition created or controlled by Contractor that, in Stadium Manager’s reasonable judgment, poses a hazardous condition to occupants of the Stadium Complex, any of the Related Facilities (e.g., offsite parking areas), or any portion thereof, within twenty -four (24) hours after receipt of written notice from Stadium Manager; (ii) Contractor fails to perform any material obligation under this Agreement and such failure continues unremedied for a period of ten (10) days after receipt of written notice from Manager of the particular failure to perform (or thirty (30) days in the case that a remedy has commenced but cannot reasonably be accomplished in ten days); (iii) Contractor is placed into bankruptcy either voluntarily or involuntarily (and such involuntary proceeding is not dismissed within sixty (60) days), becomes financially insolvent, takes the benefit of any present or future insolvency statute, makes a general assignment for the benefit of creditors, or consents to the appointment of a receiver, trustee, or liquidator of all or substantially all of its property; (iv) Contractor transfers or permits a transfer of this Agreement i n violation of Section 14 ; (v) Contractor
fails to obtain and/or maintain required licenses and permits under Section 8.D; or (vi) Contractor fails to work cooperatively and in good faith with the Authority, Stadium Manager, any of their respective Affiliates or any of subcontractors of any of the foregoing.
Contractor and Stadium Manager acknowledge and agree that termination of this Agreement by Stadium Manager pursuant to this Section shall be “for cause.” B. Upon the termination or expiration of this Agreement, (1) Contractor shall immediately surrender possession of the Related Facilities, if any (including any and all leasehold and other improvements therein), uniforms, equipment (and related manuals and software) to Stadium Manager, (2) Contractor shall immediately assign to Stadium Manager or its designee(s) all right, title and interest of Contractor in and to all items purchased by Contractor in connection with the Services (including uniforms and equipment), (3) Contractor shall make all payments required to be made by Contractor under this Agreement, (4) to the extent permitted by Applicable Laws, Contractor shall immediately surrender possession of and assign to Stadium Manager all permits and licenses acquired by Contractor in compliance with this Agreement and any Applicable Laws, and (5) all matters, rights and liabilities existing on the date of termination between the parties hereto shall be determined as of such termination date (except as described above), and discharged as promptly as possible thereafter, including any known claims for damages either party may have against the other for breach of the terms and conditions hereof. Any such surrender shall require delivery of possession in good condition, reasonable and ordinary wear and tear excepted and otherwise in compliance with the terms of this Agreement. Notwithstanding any termination or expiration of this Agreement, all liabilities and obligations of the parties will survive until they are fully satisfied. 10 C. If the Stadium is destroyed or otherwise rendered unusable for more than thirty (30) days for any reason (a “Casualty Event”), Stadium Manager shall give Contractor a notice within ninety (90) days after the Casualty Event stating that whether the Authority intends to rebuild or restore the Stadium. If the notice states that the Authority will not rebuild or restore the Stadium, this Agreement shall be terminated. If the notice states that the Authority intends to rebuild or restore the Stadium, the Parties’ obligations hereunder shall be abated during that period. If such notice states that the Authority reasonably believes that it will take longer than two (2) years to restore or rebuild the Stadium or, if a shorter amount of time, such amount of time is longer than the remainder of the Term, either party shall have the option of terminating this Agreement by written notice to the other at any time within one hundred and eighty (180) days after Stadium Manager gives such not ice, and such termination shall be effective one hundred twenty (120) days after the other party’s receipt of such notice. Contractor shall not be entitled to any monetary or other damages or compensation from Stadium Manager in the event of a Casualty Event.
D. The Parties acknowledge and agree that in the event that any permit required to be obtained by Stadium Manager for the full performance of the Services is not obtained by within a reasonable amount of time following the Effective Date, Stadium Manager shall have the right in its sole discretion to terminate this Agreement upon written notice to Contractor. Upon such termination, the Parties shall mutually agree upon any remaining payment by or refund to Stadium Manager in good faith. In no event shall Stadium Manager be responsible for any labor or other costs for services not yet performed by Contractor at the time of the notice of termination
14. NO ASSIGNMENT OR SUBCONTRACTING OF AGREEMENT.
A. Stadium Manager and Contractor bind themselves and their successors and assigns to all covenants of this Agreement. This Agreement shall not be assigned or transferred by Contractor without the prior written approval of Stadium Manager. Contractor shall not hire subcontractors without express written permission from Stadium Manager.
B. Stadium Manager may sell, assign, pledge and otherwise transfer or encumber (each, a “transfer”) this Agreement and any or all of its rights and obligations hereunder to any other Person, including any source of or guarantor or insurer of f inancing or any trustee, collateral agent or other Person appointed in connection with such financing (each, a “Manager Assignee”), whether by security agreement, collateral assignment, transfer or otherwise; provided, that such transfer shall not relieve Stadium Manager of its obligations under this Agreement unless such Manager Assignee assumes in writing Stadium Manager’s obligations under this Agreement. Upon reasonable prior notice from Stadium Manager, Contractor shall make any payments due hereunder to such Manager Assignee and shall execute and deliver any documents that Stadium Manager or any Manager Assignee may reasonably request to acknowledge and confirm that upon any such transfer, this Agreement will remain in full force and effect, will continue to be a legal, valid and binding obligation of Contractor enforceable in accordance with its terms (subject to applicable bankruptcy or insolvency laws and general principles of equity), and that (to the extent accurate and correct) neither Contractor , nor to Contractor’s knowledge, Stadium Manager is in material breach or violation of this Agreement.
C. Contractor acknowledges and agrees that, in the event the Stadium Management Agreement is terminated for any reason, the Authority and StadCo shall, in accordance with the Stadium Lease, employ a replacement manager for the Stadium, who shall, following the effective date of such employment, constitute the “Stadium Manager” for all purposes under this Agreement, provided, however, that for any period of ti me before a replacement manager is appointed, this Agreement may be assigned to the Authority or StadCo as deemed appropriate in the Stadium Manager’s sole discretion. 11 15. NO THIRD-PARTY BENEFICIARY.
This Agreement shall not be construed to be an agreement for the benefit of any third party or parties, except for the Authority, StadCo, and Team, and no other third party or parties shall have any claim or right of action under this Agreement for any cause whatsoever.
16. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR.
Contractor and all person(s) employed by or contracted with Contractor to furnish labor and/or materials under this Agreement are independent contractors and do not act as agent(s) or employee(s) of Stadium Manager, the Authority or StadCo. Contractor has full rights, however, to manage its employees in their performance of Services under this Agreement. All liabilities that may arise as a result of Contractor's status as an employer shall be borne exclusively by Contractor, including liability relating to payments required to be made under, and documents to be filed with respect to, the Federal Insurance Contribution Act and the Federal Unemployment Tax Act or any similar federal, state, city or local legislation or other Applicable Laws. Contractor is not authorized to bind Stadium Manager, the Authority or StadCo to any contracts or other obligations.
17. NO PLEDGING OF STADIUM MANAGER’S CREDIT.
Under no circumstances shall Contractor have the authority or power to p ledge the credit of the Stadium Manager or any other of the Indemnified Parties or incur any obligation in the name of such Persons. Contractor shall save and hold harmless the Authority, StadCo, Stadium Manager, their respective Affiliates , and their respective officers, employees, boards and commissions for expenses arising out of any unauthorized pledges of credit by Contractor under this Agreement.
18. CONFIDENTIALITY OF MATERIAL.
All ideas, memoranda, specifications, plans, manufacturing procedur es, data, drawings, descriptions, documents, discussions, or other information developed or received by or for Contractor and all other written information submitted to Contractor in connection with the performance of this Agreement shall be held confident ial by Contractor and shall not, without the prior written consent of Stadium Manager, be used for any purposes other than the performance of the Services nor be disclosed to an entity not connected with performance of the Services. Nothing furnished to C ontractor which is otherwise known to Contractor shall be deemed confidential.
Notwithstanding the above, the Contractor acknowledges that the Authority is a California public entity that is subject to the California Public Records Act. Information disclosed to Stadium Manager on behalf of the Authority regarding the Contractor's Services in connection with the performance of this Agreement may be subject to public disclosure in accordance with the Public Records Act, including this Agreement and its terms.
19. NO USE OF STADIUM MANAGER NAME OR EMBLEM.
Contractor shall have no right to use the trademarks, symbols, trade names or other intellectual property of the Authority, Stadium Manager, Levi’s Stadium®, the San Francisco 49ers, or their respective Affiliates, or Stadium tenants or their Affiliates or other Event performers directly or indirectly, in connection with any production, promotion, service or publication, without the written approval of Stadium Manager.
20. OWNERSHIP OF MATERIAL.
All material, including information developed on computer(s), which shall include, but not be limited to, data, sketches, tracings, drawings, plans, diagrams, quantities, estimates, specifications, proposals, tests, maps, calculations, photographs, reports, and other material developed, collected, prepared, or caused to be prepared under this Agreement shall be the property of Stadium Manager, but Contractor may retain and use copies thereof. Stadium Manager shall not be limited in any way or at any time in its use of said material. However, Contractor shall not be responsible 12 for damages resulting from the use of said material for work other than the Services, including, but not limited to, the release of this material to third parties.
21. RIGHT OF STADIUM MANAGER TO INSPECT RECORDS OF CONTRACTOR.
Stadium Manager, through its authorized employees, representatives, or agents shall have the right during the term of this Agreement and for three (3) years from the date of final payment for Services, to audit the books and records of Contractor for the purpose of verifying any and all charges made by Contractor in connection with Contractor compensation under this Agreement, including termination of Contractor. Contractor agrees to maintain sufficient books and records in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles to establish the correctness of all charges submitted to Stadium Manager. Any expenses not so recorded shall be disallowed by Stadium Manager.
Contractor shall submit to Stadium Manager any and all reports concerning its performance under this Agreement that may be requested by Stadium Manager in writing. Contractor agrees to assist Stadium Manager in meeting Stadium Manager’s reporting requirements with respect to Contractor’s Services hereunder.
22. FAIR EMPLOYMENT.
Contractor shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, religion, ethnic background, or marital status, in violation of Applicable Law.
23. HOLD HARMLESS/INDEMNIFICATION.
A. Contractor shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Authority, Stadium Manager and the Additional Indemnitees, and their respective officers, directors, managers, members, partners, owners and employees (collectively, “Indemnified Parties”) from and against all losses, costs, suits, actions, claims, damages, amounts paid in settlement, liabilities, costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees (collectively, “ Losses”), resulting to, imposed upon, asserted a gainst or incurred by any of them (including in any action between the parties) in connection with or arising out of (i) any breach by Contractor under this Agreement, (ii) any activity, inactivity, work or thing done or permitted by Contractor or its employees, agents or contractors in or upon the Stadium or Related Areas, including the performance of the Services, or (iii) any injury or damage to any Person or to the property of any Person caused by any action or omission of Contractor or its employees, agents or contractors.
B. If any claim, demand, action or proceeding is made or commenced by any third party (a “Third Party Claims ”) against any Indemnified Party, the Indemnified Party shall give Contractor prompt notice thereof; the failure to give such notice shall not affect the liability of Contractor under this Agreement except to the extent the failure materially and adversely affects the ability of Contractor to defend the Third Party Claim. Contractor shall have the right to assume the defense and r esolution of the Third Party Claim, provided that (i) the Indemnified Party shall have the right to participate in the defense of the Third Party Claim at its own expense through counsel of its choice (control of the defense will remain with Contractor), (ii) Contractor shall not consent to the entry of any judgment or enter into any settlement that would require any act or forbearance on the part of the Indemnified Party or which does not unconditionally release the Indemnified Party from all liability in respect of the Third Party Claim or would otherwise bring dishonor or disrepute upon Authority, Stadium Manager, any of their respective Affiliates, without the prior written consent of the Indemnified Party, and (iii) the Indemnified Party may undertake t he defense of the Third Party Claim, at Contractor’s expense, if Contractor fails to (A) assume the defense within ten (10) business days after notice from the Indemnified Party or (B) diligently prosecute the defense.
13 24. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS.
During the term of this Agreement, and for any longer time period set forth in Exhibit C entitled “Insurance Requirements” and attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference, Contractor shall purchase and maintain in full force and effect, at no cost to Stadium Manager insurance policies with respect to employees and vehicles assigned to the performance of Services under this Agreement with coverage amounts, required endorsements, certificates of insurance, and coverage verifications as required in Exhibit C.
25. AMENDMENTS.
This Agreement may be amended only with the written consent of both Parties.
26. INTEGRATED DOCUMENT.
This Agreement represents the entire agreement between Stadium Manager and Contractor. No other understanding, agreements, conversations, or otherwise, with any representative of Stadium Manager prior to execution of this Agreement shall affect or modify any of the terms or obligations of this Agreement. Any verbal agreement shall be considered unofficial information and is not binding upon Stadium Manager.
27. SEVERABILITY CLAUSE.
In case any one or more of the provisions in this Agreement shall, for any reason, be held invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any respect, it shall not affect the validity of the other provisions, which shall remain in full force and effect.
28. WAIVER
Contractor agrees that waiver by Stadium Manager of any one or more of the conditions of performance under this Agreement shall not be construed as waiver(s) of any other condition of performance under this Agreement
29. NOTICES.
All notices to the Parties shall, unless otherwise requested in writing, be sent to Stadium Manager addressed as follows:
Attention: Jim Mercurio, Vice President
Address: Forty Niners Stadium Management Company LLC
4900 Marie DeBartolo Way
Santa Clara, CA 95054
With a copy to: Legal Affairs
Forty Niners Stadium Management Company LLC
4949 Marie P. DeBartolo Way
Santa Clara, CA 95054
And to Contractor as follows:
Attention: [insert name/title or department]
Address: [insert contractor name]
[insert address]
[insert address]
If notice is sent via email, a signed, hard copy of the material shall also be mailed. The workday the email was sent shall control the date notice was deemed given if there is a computer-generated 14 confirmation of receipt returned to the sender on the date of transmission. An email transmitted after 1:00 p.m. on a Friday shall be deemed to have been transmitted on the following Monday.
30. CAPTIONS.
The captions of the various sections, paragraphs, and subparagraphs of this Agreement are for convenience only and shall not be considered or referred to in resolving questions of interpretation.
31. LAW GOVERNING CONTRACT AND VENUE.
This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the statutes and laws of the State of California. The venue of any suit filed by either Party shall be vested in the state courts of the County of Santa Clara, or if appropriate, in the United States District Court, Northern District of California, San Jose, California.
32. DISPUTE RESOLUTION.
A. Unless otherwise mutually agreed to by the Parties, any controversies between Contractor and Stadium Manager regarding the construction or application of this Agreement, and claims arising out of this Agreement or its breach, shall be submitted to mediation within thirty (30) days of the written request of one Party after the servic e of that request on the other Party.
B. The Parties may agree on one mediator. If they cannot agree on one mediator, the Party demanding mediation shall request the Superior Court of Santa Clara County to appoint a mediator. The mediation meeting shall not exceed one day (eight (8) hours) provided the Parties may mutually agree to extend the time allowed for mediation under this Agreement.
C. The costs of mediation shall be borne by the Parties equally.
D. For any contract dispute, mediation under this section is a condition precedent to filing an action in any court. In the event of mediation which arises out of any dispute related to this Agreement, the Parties shall each pay their respective attorney’s fees, expert witness costs, and cost of suit through mediation only. In the event of litigation, the prevailing Party shall recover its reasonable costs of suit, expert’s fees, and attorney’s fees. If mediation does not resolve the dispute, the Parties agree that the matter shall be litigated in a court of law, and not subject to the arbitration provisions of the Public Contract Code.
33. COMPLIANCE WITH ETHICAL STANDARDS.
By executing this Agreement, Contractor promises and agrees that it and all of its members, officers, employees, agents, subcontractors and authori zed representatives will comply with the “Ethical Standards for Contractors Seeking to Enter into an Agreement with Stadium Manager” attached hereto as Exhibit D and incorporated herein by this reference.
34. CONFLICT OF INTERESTS.
This Agreement does not prevent either Party from entering into similar agreements with other parties. To prevent a conflict of interest, Contractor certifies that to the best of its knowledge, no Stadium Manager, StadCo, Team, Authority, or City officer, employee, or authorized representative has any financial interest in the business of Contractor and that no person associated with Contractor has any interest, direct or indirect, which could conflict with the faithful performance of this Agreement. Contractor is familiar with the provisions of California Government Code Section 87100 and following, and certifies that it does not know of any facts which would violate these code provisions. Contractor will advise Stadium Manager if a conflict arises.
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15 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have caused this Agreement to be executed by their duly appointed representatives as of the Effective Date.
STADIUM MANAGER:
FORTY NINERS STADIUM MANAGEMENT COMPANY LLC
By:_________________________________
Name: Peter Wilhelm
Title: Chief Financial Officer
CONTRACTOR:
[INSERT CONTRACTOR NAME]
By:_________________________________
Name: [insert name]
Title: [insert title]
16 EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Contractor shall provide the following services at the Stadium during the Term, as directed by Stadium Manager:
A. Overview
a. Contractor will provide Stadium Manager a water treatment chemical program and related services as specified in this Exhibit A (“Scope of Services”), Exhibit A-1 (Global Water Technology, Inc. Service Delivery), and at the rates contained in Exhibit B (“Compensation and Fees”), both of which are attached and incorporated into this Agreement, for Levi’s Stadium for a multiyear period beginning on April 1, 2023 through March 31, 2026, as requested by Stadium Manager; provided however, if the Services extend beyond a single fiscal year (which ends March 31), the term for subsequent fiscal years shall be conditioned upon approval of the Santa Clara Stadium Authority budget for the applicable fiscal year that includes the amounts due under this Agreement. Stadium Manager has the option to renew the Agreement for two additional one year periods.
b. Contractor will perform the Services at the Stadium located at 4900 Marie P. DeBartolo Way in Santa Clara, CA 95054.
c. The Parties shall mutually agree upon the time and date for Contractor or a subcontractor of Contractor to perform and complete the Services at the Stadium prior to the expiration of the Term.
B. General Information
a. Contractor will assist Stadium Manager in an ongoing cooling tower water treatment management program and perform services on the Stadium equipment listed in this Exhibit A. Contractor will ensure the cooling towers are free from insulating deposits, including:
scale, corrosion, biological growths, and sludge, all of which promote high-energy consumption and equipment failure, which Stadium Manager seeks to avoid. The scope of Contractor’s work is inclusive of Contractor furnishing all chemicals necessary to control scale, corrosion, algae, slime, and testing reagents.
b. Contractor will perform water quality chemical tests, compile the systems testing data, and provide a written report with recommendations to the Stadium Manager. c. Contractor may need to assist Stadium Manager with equipment inspections during preventative maintenance.
d. Contractor will perform duties related to the Services as requested by Stadium Manager.
C. Minimum Qualifications
a. Contractor shall comply with all applicable Federal, State, Local, ANSI and OSHA laws, rules and regulations, and all other applicable regulations for the term of this Agreement. b. Contractor, without additional expense to the Stadium Manager, shall be responsible for obtaining and maintaining any necessary licenses and permits required in connection with the completion of the required Services.
17 c. Contractor shall have been conducting business for a MINIMUM of ten (10) years treating industrial, commercial, and institutional cooling systems. Contractor shall have a verifiable record of servicing local California customers who have chilled water systems similar to Levi’s Stadium, and Contractor will provide that record to Stadium Manager as requested by Stadium Manager.
d. Contractor shall have a representative of the company, who holds a degree in chemistry or chemical engineering that has a MINIMUM of ten (10) years’ experience in the field of water technology, and who is available to participate as required in all scheduled inspections of the treated equipment.
e. Contractor must have the ability to respond within four (4) hours for emergencies which may occur. Stadium Manager will determine what circumstances constitute an emergency. f. Contractor shall have and maintain an e-mail capability sufficient to handle the work capacity covered by this Agreement and Contractor must be able to receive work requests and other contract related communications via email on a twenty-four (24) hour a day basis. g. It is preferred that Contractor maintain its own industrial water conditioning testing laboratory supervised by a full-time employee holding, at a minimum, a master’s degree in Chemistry.
Alternatively, Contractor may utilize a certified industrial water laboratory for the purpose of testing and analyzing water samples. The cost of this testing is included in this Agreement as set out in Exhibit B (“Compensation and Fees”).
h. The laboratory facilities Contractor uses shall maintain accurate quality control to assure product uniformity. Contractor shall maintain current service records and provide periodic recommendations for complying with USDA, OSHA, USEPA and other applicable standards.
D. System Information
a. SPX Cooling Technologies Marley NC cooling towers are galvanized steel, factory assembled, crossflow cooling towers, designed to serve air conditioning and refrigeration systems as well as industrial process loads and power generation plants on clean water. The NC has been designed specifically for sound control and tonnage density. b. Levi’s Stadium is equipped with a Marley NC8407TAN4CGF cooling tower with the following performance conditions:
i. Cooling Tower System Volume: 20,000 Gallons;
ii. Cooling Tower Average Annual Water Use: 5,700,000 Gallons; iii. Flow Rate: 5,000.00 GPM;
iv. Hot Water: 90.30F;
v. Cold Water: 75.30F;
vi. Wet Bulb: 67.00F;
vii. Motor Capacity per Cell: 40.00 HP;
viii. Motor Output per Cell: 40.00 HP;
ix. Fan Speed RPM: 323.00; and,
18 x. Trial Fan Pitch Degrees: 18.50.
E. Testing & Analysis
a. Contractor must collect and test samples, review Stadium Manager’s records, and perform all work necessary to inhibit scale, corrosion, microbiological fouling and to further conserve water.
b. Contractor’s testing operations should include the use of automatic controls that adjust the bleed rate and chemical feed rate to maintain proper cycles of concentration and scale/corrosion inhibitor levels in the system at all times. Contractor will ensure that microbicides are automatically added to the system several times a week to inhibit microbiological fouling, which incorporates pre-bleed, and bleed lockout functions to maximize the effectiveness of the biocide application. The water treatment controller must utilize the existing web-based monitoring system that will provide immediate notification via e- mail of an alarm such as the high/low conductivity or inhibitor levels. c. Contractor’s analysis and testing should include, but is not limited to, the following:
i. Total Hardness;
ii. Calcium Hardness;
iii. Total Alkalinity;
iv. Phosphate;
v. Scale/Corrosion Inhibitor;
vi. pH;
vii. Conductivity; and,
viii. Cycles of Concentration.
d. Contractor shall provide all chemicals for cooling tower water treatment and shall connect the chemical containers to the system, including:
i. Scale and Corrosion Inhibitor: Fluorescent tracer technology must be used for inhibitor feed activation and monitoring;
ii. Oxidizing Biocide: Stabilized liquid bromine;
iii. Non-Oxidizing Biocide: 45% Glutaraldehyde; and,
iv. Bio Dispersant.
e. Contractor shall provide all chemicals for water testing for closed loop water systems, including:
i. Condenser water closed loop system; and,
ii. Heating Hot Water closed loop system.
f. Contractor shall provide cooling tower water treatment control equipment, including:
19 i. MGCPRF3E-H21N8 Conductivity/pH/ORP/Biocide Controller w/ Web Monitoring; ii. LB64-SA-VTC1 Chemical Metering Pump;
iii. LB64-SA-VV9 De-Gassing Head Chemical Metering pump; iv. Model 8210G95 Solenoid Blow Down Valve;
v. Model MJR-200 Contacting Head Make-Up Water Meter; and, vi. Model MJR-075 Contacting Head Blow-Down Water Meter. g. During each site visit, Contractor will notify Stadium Manager, both verbally and in writing, of (1) any deviations from designated treatment levels, and (2) any abnormal situations; Contractor will make proper recommendations to Stadium Manager for corrective action.
F. Maintenance Schedule
a. Contractor will monitor the cooling tower water treatment system, using the web- based application for monitoring the system that can be accessed daily and remotely. The application sends out an email notification for the daily checks. Contractor will not perform any daily on-site maintenance. Contractor will provide training to Stadium Manager as needed for cooling tower water treatment checks. Compensation as set out in Exhibit B (“Compensation and Fees”), is inclusive of all the testing, training and chemicals. b. Contractor will perform the following duties daily, and via web application only:
i. Ensure power to water treatment control system;
ii. Ensure flow through water treatment control systems; and, iii. Check water treatment controller for alarm conditions. c. Contractor will perform the following duties on-site, and on a monthly basis:
i. Attend to Conductivity, Ph, Scale/Corrosion Inhibitor, Bromine, and Bacteria Dip slide duties;
ii. Clean and calibrate sensors;
iii. Brush cooling tower sumps;
iv. Check and replenish chemical inventory;
v. Check chemical metering pumps for proper operation;
vi. Record Make-Up Water Meter;
vii. Record Blow-Down Water Meter;
viii. Perform In-Plant Training; and,
ix. Other related duties as required.
d. Contractor will perform the following duties on-site, and on a quarterly, semi-annual, or annual basis as designated below or as directed by Stadium Manager:
i. Conduct corrosion coupon studies (quarterly);
ii. Conduct Legionella bacteria testing on cooling towers, whirlpools and spas by a CDC ELITE certified lab (quarterly);
iii. Hyper-chlorinate cooling towers (semi-annually);
iv. Replace water treatment controller sensors (annually); v. System Volume Studies (as required);
vi. Elution studies (annually);
vii. Leak Detection (as required);
viii. Deposit Analysis (as needed);
ix. Management Review (semi-annually);
x. Laboratory Water Analyses (as needed);
xi. Particle Size Analyses (annually); and,
20 xii. Boroscope Inspection (annually).
G. On-Site Routine & Emergency Services
a. Contractor will make emergency service response between scheduled tests available 24 hours a day/seven (7) days a week to minimize system down time. Stadium Manager will determine what circumstances constitute an emergency. Contractor will provide support via a telephone response within (thirty) 30 minutes and Contractor’s service technicians shall be on-site within four (4) hours. Contractor will handle non-emergency calls, as determined by Stadium Manger, the next business day.
21 EXHIBIT A-1
GLOBAL WATER TECHNOLOGY, INC. SERVICE DELIVERY
GWT’S Customized Approach
GWT develops and implements a custom water treatment plan for each customer to fit their unique needs.
GWT will work with maintenance and administrative staff to design a water treatment program that will lower costs, keep your systems running efficiently, comply with local regulations, and ensure a high level of safety for patients, residents, staff, and visitors.
The following products will be used on the systems at Levi’s Stadium.
Cooling Tower Products
GWT-2035 is a corrosion/scale inhibitor with a u nique blend of organic corrosion control compounds with co-polymer dispersants and crystal modification compounds for control of calcium carbonate and other scale forming ions. GWT -2035’s Phosphonate components are resistant to degradation from bromine/chlorine compounds or any other oxidizing source and are also acceptable iron dispersal agents and are relatively biodegradable. The product employs a multiple polymeric dispersing system for enhanced Calcium Carbonate control along with other calcium ion sal ts, sulfates, iron and particulate matter. GWT - 2035 utilizes organic phosphonate compounds that are true and dedicated primary corrosion inhibitors for mild steel metallurgy. GWT-2035 incorporates an azole compound resistant to oxidizing degradation. It is used for the control of corrosion for yellow metals such as copper and brass. It also incorporates a fluorescent dye (PTSA) for easier product dosage tracking with a PTSA on- line sensor. The target dosage is 100 ppb of PTSA for proper protection.
Bromax 7.1 is a bromine based oxidizing biocide. This is a single liquid blend of sodium hypochlorite and sodium bromide for effectively adding halogen to an alkaline cooling tower program. Bromax will be slug dosed three times per week to achieve 1 ppm free ha logen in the tower after a four hour dwell time. The target dosage is 90 ppm.
AQUCAR-GA45 is a non-oxidizing, broad spectrum biocide that will be used in conjunction with Bromax to control microbiological growth in the open cooling towers. AQUCAR -GA45 will be slug fed at 120 ppm 2 times per week.
GWT-2540 is a biodispersant that will be fed before each oxidizing biocide dose to keep a clean system.
Closed Loop Products
GWT-3100 is a Nitrite/Borax based corrosion control compound for ferrous metal closed systems. It incorporates an azole compound resistant to oxidizing degradation and is used for the corrosion control of yellow metal compounds such as copper and brass. The blend of non- metallic compounds acts to assist each other as both primary and secondary inhibitors, establishing a strong corrosion film at the metal surface. GWT-3100 employs a polymeric dispersant to retard formation of calcium ion-based salts that can rob surfaces of heat transfer efficiencies. It also has a dedicated iron oxide dispersive polymeric compound to assist in retarding under deposit corrosion cell formation from the porous iron oxide deposits that may be entrained in the system. The borax component will act as a buffering agent allowing the system to maintain pH over the long term. Borax in some applications may help to retard formation of microbial activity but all closed should be treated intermittently with microbial control agents.
GWT-3003 is a Molybdate based corrosion control compound for ferrous metal closed systems. GWT-3003 incorporates an azole compound resistant to oxidizing degradation and is used for the corrosion control of yellow metal compounds such as copper and brass. It has a blend of non-metallic compounds acts to assist each other as both primary and s econdary inhibitors, establishing a strong corrosion film at the metal surface. GWT-3003 employs a polymeric dispersant to retard formation of calcium ion-based salts that can rob surfaces of heat transfer efficiencies. It has a dedicated iron oxide disper sive polymeric compound to assist in retarding under deposit corrosion cell formation from the porous iron oxide deposits that may be
22 entrained in the system. It’s borax component will act as a buffering agent allowing the system to maintain pH over the long term. Borax in some applications may help to retard formation of microbial activity but all closed should be treated intermittently with microbial control agents.
GWT’s Approach to Clients
GWT will remain in continuous contact with Levi Stadium’s Stadium Manager to communicate any potential improvements that will maintain your equipment’s water side efficiency, reduce utility expense, and protect equipment from scale, corrosion, and biological fouling at all individual hospitals.
About GWT’s Program:
Transition Plan: To facilitate a seamless transition, the following timeline is proposed:
• Upon notification of award, GWT will begin the administrative onboarding process. This will take no more than 24 hours upon receipt of the New Customer Document and all other paperwork. • Next, approved equipment, service, or product will be ordered (10 bus iness day lead time for prefabricated systems and 5 for all other items).
• The first service will be scheduled. A complete benchmarking survey will be conducted which will be documented in a full report to GWT management and the client. This will outline in itial findings, water analysis, and notable deficiencies.
• If feasible, remaining treatments will be utilized, before GWT treatments are put online. • On-site operator training will be set up within the first month of provider change
Service Plan: Includes on-site visits to the facility and planned evaluation of the treatment systems. At visit, the following action items are completed to maintain system parameters within control targets.
• Pre-scheduled service visit with facility management staff as directed • Sign in and out when arriving and leaving the site
• Inspect control equipment for confirmation of program compliance • Review/calibration of operator testing equipment
• Inventory management
• Check-in and out with the site management team to keep abreast of current needs
• Site equipment inspections, control system calibrations and adjustments to ensure protection per control ranges and maximize water usage
• Review of operator log sheets/review operator testing and responsibilities • Field water analysis of systems to validate proper operation and control • Completion of an electronic and/or written field service report (GWT-Reports.com)
As part of the program, GWT will provide as -needed/complimentary troubleshooting or call -out visits in between regularly scheduled service visits to account for potential program disruptions.
Program Administration Manual (PAM): The PAM will include general guidelines and standards for day-to- day operations. Included in the PAM will be the following:
• Treatment program outline, including GWT and engineer responsibilities • GWT management team and contacts
• General maintenance and control testing procedures and instructions • In-plant logs and GWT Service Reports
• Data sheets for each GWT product
• Safety information such as emergency response procedures and Safety Data Sheets (SDS) • Operator training data sheets and formal training outlines • Laboratory analysis and reports
23 As Needed In-House Laboratory Services: When necessary, full laboratory analysis will be run on water and deposit samples to help diagnose potential issues, ensure water quality, or corroboration of field results. This may include biological profiles, deposit analysis (if any), UV Digestion for inhibitors, etc.
24/7/365 Emergency Service: GWT is an INFOTRAC Member, A Hazmat Solutions Company, which operates a twenty-four (24) hour, seven (7) day a week emergency phone number which can be called for emergency information regarding chemical spills and/ or accidents involving GWT’s products and contract duties. INFOTRAC is a sophisticated Chemical Emergency response system which provides up- to-date information and comprehensive assistance in emergency situations involving hazardous materials.
At the time an emergency call is received at the INFOTRAC Command Center, it is immediately answered by one of our trained emergency response technicians. Should there be any exposures, we can interlink with the Poison Control Center where toxicologists and doctors will provide immediate first aid information. Our technician will proceed with a n evaluation of the chemical emergency and will then disseminate all information necessary, related to evacuation radius, fire- fighting procedures, incompatibility with other products, protective clothing requirements, and any other additional information needed. Emergency Telephone: (800) 535-5054 (INFOTRAC) – Provided on all SDS, Program
Safety Data Sheets and Documentation: GWT will provide Safety Data Sheets to ensure a safe work environment according to all applicable jurisdictional bodies, including but not limited to all local, municipal, state, and federal agencies for both GWT’s and Customer’s employees, workers, agents, representatives, and to comply with, including but not limited to all local, municipal, state and federal laws, codes, rules, and regulations concerning the handling of hazardous materials. SDS will be included in the PAM, ticket holders affixed above containment units, sent electronically to facility staff, and stored online and accessible by facility operations staff.
Facility Water Management : GWT believes responsible water usage begins with data collection. As part of our program we will help the facility achieve responsible water usage by encouraging sub-metering and data tracking of all applicable systems. With data, your water management t eam can exercise smart water usage practices through technology, chemistry, and operating procedures. Assuming applicable sub meters, data will be available and trended on www.GWT-Reports.com. In some instances, a data driven water management program could lead to evaporation or other sewage credits.
GWT Reports – Electronic Service Reports and Cloud Based Data: By partnering with GWT, your facility will have the capability to electronically track all data collected from GWT service visits or operator logging through our cloud- based recording system. With this program, clients can input data, review historical data, generate reports, view charts of readings, and more. This system can also interface with most web-connected controllers for complete synchronization of important data points. This service helps to promote an engaged and educated staff along with ability to benchmark and progress your treatment program.
www.GWT-Reports.com
Remote System Monitoring (G WT Advantage) : Through secure connection, GWT offers the ability to remotely monitor, adjust, and trend process water treatment systems. This technology provides actionable real-time and regularly scheduled reporting. Alarming features (BAS/E - Mail) allow for immediate corrective action for program disruptions. Overall, this program feature reduces utility consumption, maximizes treatment usage, and allows for immediate and efficient management of the water
24 treatment program. Through GWT Advantage, we are able to monitor the following:
• System Types: boilers, cooling towers, and closed loops • Make-up and blow down water usage
• Critical chemical limits
• Residual Inhibitor Levels
• Inventory control, product usage, pump functionality, and pump usage • Corrosion monitoring
• Legionella risk indicators
Program Reviews : Program reviews are an important part of any water management program. At this meeting, GWT and the client’s team will review the year’s program, including treatment results, discuss disruptions or discrepancies, and review completed improvements and set future program goals. This is also an opportunity for the client to discuss upcoming facility growth, request additional training, voice concerns, and share new facility goals while GWT has the opportunity to recommend improvements.
Hands Free Delivery: Under this program, GWT will handle all water treatment products at your facility. Our highly trained treatment delivery team will arrive on site and transfer treatment products from shipping drums into the labeled dual walled containment tanks on site. This will effectiv ely eliminate all liability associated with your staff handling potentially harmful treatment products. Benefits of this service include:
• Increased safety to building staff
• Reduction in overall liability
• Only trained professionals transfer treatment
• Treatment is contained in appropriate storage tanks
• No more transporting heavy treatment drums through facility • No accumulation of treatment drums in facility
Initial and Continual Operator Training: An informed and participating operations staff is imperative to facilitating a successful water treatment program. Initially, GWT will conduct a startup, on- site training seminar focusing on safety, the facility’s customized program, and operator testing and responsibilities. Training is ALWAYS available upon request at no additional cost and highly recommended in the event of operator turn- around. GWT recommends seasonal and annual training regardless of perceived necessity as the industry is constantly evolving.
Corrosion Coupon Analysis: Included in th is agreement is corrosion coupon analysis on all applicable systems with proper equipment.
• Analysis of coupons by a certified laboratory to assure accurate and un- biased results
• The GWT team assigned to your account will managed the schedule GWT recommends corrosion coupon monitoring in all applicable systems.
Quarterly cooling tower coupons and analysis included in program.
Legionella Control & ASHRAE 188 Compliance: In June of 2015, ASHRAE finalized Standard 188: Legionellosis: Risk Management for Building Water Systems. This landmark development has established a standard of care for facilities with complex potable (drinking) and non-potable (process) water systems. As part of your selected program GWT will consult with your facility to establish an effective and economical Water Management Program (WMP) that is compliant to Standard 188 to best protect humans from harmful waterborne pathogens. Due to increased awareness, more cases are now properly recorded and traced back to contaminated systems. Owners and managers w ithout proactive WMPs or Legionella testing are now at higher risk for liability associated with this sickness. Although primarily aimed at protecting human life, a WMP can also dispel negligence, which is the cornerstone of most litigation.
25 Proactive Legionella Testing: The service program includes proactive legionella testing on the agreed upon systems. It has become an industry standard to audit the effectiveness of biological control measures in potable and non- potable (typically cooling tower) water systems through proactive legionella testing. Proactive legionella testing helps to ensure that humans that come into contact with or aspirate a facility’s water are protected from the dangers of legionella bacteria. Although strategic sampling on at risk systems is a positive step to mitigate health concerns related to facility water systems, ultimately a testing schedule as determined by an ASHRAE Standard 188 compliant Water Management Program is most effective. GWT ensures timely delivery to CDC Elite Certified laboratories of all samples collected. Quarterly testing on Cooling Tower included in program. Additional testing shown in Attachment B.
Cooling Tower – Chlorination: Evaporative cooling systems act as air scrubbers for airborne particulate and tend to accumulate sediment in low flow areas. Per ASHRAE, ANSI, and CTI, regular, seasonal cooling tower cleaning and disinfection are the minimum standard. Seed particulate within system water act as a starting point for biofilm growth and excessive accumulation in low flow areas provide a physical barrier for the penetration of biocides, rapidly increasing the risk of Legionella exposure and decreased overall efficiency. Semi-annual tower chlorination included in program.
Treatment Feed Equipment: As part of our service program, GWT will (or will continue to) supply necessary chemical feed and control equipment as noted in the service agreement section below. Depending on the selected program this includes a feed controller specifically selected for the application and facility, chemical feed pumps, and spill containment options. Annually test sensors and replace as needed included in program.
Water Softener Preventative Maintenance Program: Water softeners are being utilized more frequently on high value asset such as cooling towers, boilers, and production lines as part of plan to reduce the risk scale formation and increase water quality. Softeners also tend to increase efficiency in older systems as the purer water may over time put hardened calcium carbonate back into solution. Like most equipment, softeners need preventative maintenance to maintain quality water production. A main issue happens to be in regeneration. Softeners use concentrated brine (salt water) to regenerate the resin bed. The aggressiveness of the brine has a natural negative effect on the equipment (softener head) and resin beads. Annual brine elution studies included in program.
Visual Equipment Inspection & Evaluation: Regular visual inspection of equ ipment (tanks, towers, boilers, chillers, heat exchange surfaces, and compressors) when accessible is an important component of a treatment program’s success. Coordinated inspection will allow GWT an opportunity to identify any issues before they become costly problems. Identifiable problems include scale, erosion, corrosion, foaming, or biological. If necessary, upon inspection, sample collection, picture documentation, or corrective actions may be initiated in a written evaluation. It is the responsibility of facility staff to notify and allow access to GWT personnel when inspection of equipment is possible during regularly scheduled mechanical maintenance.
Internal Water-Side Inspection (Borescope): An internal inspection of all the tubes will be performed with a fiber optic microscope for checking tube ends along with the condition of the high efficiency spiral tubes in the centrifugal chillers. During this process a video recording to be submitted to management for cloud record keeping any concerns or noted imperfections will be reported and further investigated. Annual boroscope inspection included in program.
26 EXHIBIT B
CONTRACTOR COMPENSATION AND FEES
The Parties mutually agree that as consideration for the Services contained in this Agreement, Stadium Manager shall compensate Contractor upon the completion (and verification of the completion by Stadium Manager) of the Services contained in Exhibit A in accordance with the compensation terms specified below.
Service & General Inclusions Product Inclusions System Inclusions
1. Monthly service visits during
operation
2. Complimentary troubleshooting
visits
3. Basic laboratory support
4. 24/7/365 Emergency service
5. Efficiency evaluations
6. Electronic service reports
7. Cloud data/document management
8. Daily remote system monitoring via
WebAdvantage
9. Semi-annual management review
10. Empty drum removal/recycling
11. Hands free delivery
12. Operator training
13. Quarterly coupon analysis
14. Quarterly legionella testing on tower
$245/sample for additional
locations
15. Semi-annual tower chlorination
16. Annual testing of tower sensors
(replacing as needed)
17. Annual softener elution studies
18. Annual particle size analyses
19. Annual boroscope inspection
1. Annual supply of GWT-2035
tower corrosion inhibitor
2. Annual supply of AQUCAR-
GA45 tower non-oxidizing
biocide
3. Annual supply of BROMAX7.1
tower oxidizing biocide
4. Annual supply of GWT-2540
tower bio-dispersant
5. Annual supply of GWT-3100
loop nitrite inhibitor
6. Operator test kits
7. *Test meters quoted as needed
1. Marley cooling
tower open loop
(1)
2. Condenser water
closed loop (1)
3. Hot water closed
loop (1)
The cost includes shipping, handling & applicable tax.
Legionella Test per location outside of Cooling Tower quarterly:
Code Description Price
LegTest1 Single ISO Standard Legionella Test at CDC Elite Certified Lab $245.00 EA
Payment
Options
Monthly (12) Annual (1) Percent
Increase
Year 1 - 4/1/23 to 3/31/24 $1,725.00 $20,700.00 n/a
Year 2 – 4/1/24 to 3/31/25 $1,725.00 $20,700.00 n/a
Year 3 – 4/1/25 – 3/31/26 $1,725.00 $20,700.00 n/a
Total Contract – 3 years $62,100.00
Optional Year 4 $1,785.38 $21,424.50 3.5%
Optional Year 5 $1,857.86 $22,174.36 3.5%
27 Hourly rate for on-site routine: $0.00/hour, INCLUDED above.
Hourly rate for emergency services: $75.00/hour
The Parties mutually agree that as consideration for the Services contained in this Agreement, Stadium Manager make the above payments upon the completion (and verification of the completion by Stadium Manager) of the Services contained in Exhibit A.
The pricing list above will govern all of services provided by Contractor to Stadium Manager during the Term. In no event shall the total fees paid under this Agreement during the Term exceed Twenty Five Thousand dollars ($2 5,000) during any fiscal year (ending each March 31) and Contractor shall have no obligation to provide the Services which would cause the fees to exceed such amount unless mutually agreed upon by the Parties in writing. Notwithstanding the foregoing, the Parties acknowledge and agree that the pricing listed above may be required to change in accordance with applicable law.
Any and all additional costs, including taxes, shipping, handling, and any subcontractor costs, shall be at Contractor’s sole expense and Contractor shall have no right to invoice Stadium Manager or any third- party for any additional costs incurred by Contractor in the performance of the Servi ces under this Agreement.
28 EXHIBIT C
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
At all times during the term hereof, Contractor shall keep and maintain i n full force and effect the following types of insurance coverage and/or bonds:
1. Commercial general liability insurance, including property damage, against liability for personal injury, bodily injury, death and damage to property occurring in or about the property in the amount of Two Million Dollars ($ 2,000,000) per occurrence and Four Million Dollars ($ 4,000,000) in the aggregate.
2. Automobile liability in the amount of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) with respect to owned, hired and non-owned vehicles.
3. Workers compensation insurance, as required by applicable law . Contractor is directed to review and execute the “Contractor’s Certification Regarding Worker’s Compensation” attached hereto as Exhibit F and incorporated herein by this reference prior to Agreement execution.
4. Employer’s liability in the amount of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) each accident, One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) each employee, by disease, and One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) policy aggregate by disease.
5. Liability insurance covering claims arising out of errors and omissions by vendors rendering professional services, in the amount of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) each occurrence including contractual liability coverage, wi th all coverage retroactive to the earlier of the date of agreement or commencement of Contractor’s services.
6. Umbrella or excess liability insurance in the amount of Two Million Dollars ($2, 000,000) providing excess coverage over general liability, auto liability, and employer’s liability specified above.
The above stated limits may be achieved by a combination of primary and excess/umbrella coverage. Any deductible or self -insured retention amounts are the sole responsibility of the Contractor. Contractor is responsible for insuring any equipment brought to Stadium. Stadium Manager shall have no liability for such equipment.
All insurance policies and bonds required to be maintained by Contractor shall be issued by insurers or sureties (as the case may be) reasonably satisfactory to client, authorized to do business in the state of California and having an AM Best rating and financial size category of A -/VII or better. All policies of the vendor shall be (i) primary and non-contributing with respect to any policies carried by client; (ii) with respect to liability insurance only, a provision including Stadium Manager, Santa Clara Stadium Authority, Forty Niners SC Stadium Company LLC and Forty Niners Football Company LLC as Additional Insured; (iii) a waiver by the insurer of any right to subrogate against Stadium Manager (iv) a severability of interest or endorsement; (v) a provision that the insurer will not cancel or change the coverage provided by such without giving the Stadium Manager thirty (30) days' prior written notice; and (vi) general liability be an "occurrence form" policy. Any policy of insurance required to be carried by Contractor that names Stadium Manager as Additional Insured shall not be subject to a deductible or self -insured retention, it being the intent of the parties that such insurance shall fully and completely insure such additional insured entities for all loss or expense; if any such policy has a deductible or self -insured retention clause applicable to these operations, Contr actor shall provide evidence that insurance carrier shall pay without regard to such deductible or self-insured retention.
29 EXHIBIT D
ETHICAL STANDARDS FOR CONTRACTORS SEEKING TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH
STADIUM MANAGER
Termination of Agreement for Certain Acts.
A. Stadium Manager may, at its sole discretion, terminate this Agreement in the event any one or more of the following occurs:
1. If a Contractor
1 does any of the following:
a. Is convicted2 of operating a business in violation of any Applicable Law; b. Is convicted of a crime punishable as a felony involving dishonesty 3; c. Is convicted of an offense involving dishonesty or is convicted of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with: (1) obtaining; (2) attempting to obtain; or, (3) performing a public contract or subcontract;
d. Is convicted of any offense which indicates a lack of business integrity or business honesty which seriously and directly affects the present responsibility of a Stadium Manager contractor or subcontractor; and/or,
e. Made (or makes) any false statement(s) or representation(s) with respect to this Agreement.
2. If fraudulent, criminal or other seriously improper conduct of any officer, director, shareholder, partner, employee or other individual associated with Contractor can be imputed to Contractor when the conduct occurred in connection with the individual’s performance of duties for or on behalf of Contractor, with Contractor’s knowledge, approval or acquiescence, Contractor’s acceptance of the benefits derived from the conduct shall be evidence of such knowledge, approval or acquiescence.
1 For purposes of this Agreement, the word “ Consultant” (whether a person or a legal entity) also refers to “Contractor” and means any of the following: an owner or co- owner of a sole proprietorship; a person who controls or who has the power to control a business entity; a general partner of a partnership; a principal in a joint venture; or a primary corporate stockholder [i.e., a person who owns more than ten percent (10%) of the outstanding stock of a corporation] and who is active in the day to day operations of that corporation.
2 For purposes of this Agreement, the words “ convicted” or “conviction” mean a judgment or conviction of a criminal offense by any court of competent jurisdiction, whether entered upon a verdict or a plea, and includes a conviction entered upon a plea of nolo contendere within the past five (5) years.
3 As used herein, “ dishonesty” includes, but is not limited to, embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making false statements, failure to pay tax obligations, receiving stolen property, collusion or conspiracy.
30 B. Stadium Manager may also terminate this Agreement in the event any one or more of the following occurs:
1. Stadium Manager determines that Cont ractor no longer has the financial capability 4 or business experience5 to perform the terms of, or operate under, this Agreement; or
2. If Stadium Manager determines that Contractor fails to submit information, or submits false information, which is required to perform or be awarded a contract with Stadium Manager, including, but not limited to, Contractor’s failure to maintain a required State-issued license, failure to obtain a Stadium Manager business license (if applicable), or failure to purchase and maintain bonds and/or insurance policies required under this Agreement.
C. In the event a prospective Contractor (or bidder) is ruled ineligible (debarred) to participate in a contract award process or a contract is terminated pursuant to these provisions, Cont ractor may appeal the action to the Authority by filing a written request with the Authority Secretary within ten (10) days of the notice given by Stadium Manager to have the matter heard. The matter will be heard within thirty (30) days of the filing of t he appeal request with the Authority Secretary.
Contractor will have the burden of proof on the appeal. Contractor shall have the opportunity to present evidence, both oral and documentary, and argument.
4 Contractor becomes insolvent, transfers assets in fraud of creditors, makes an assignment for the benefit of creditors, files a petition under any section or chapter of the federal Bankruptcy Code (11 U.S.C.), as amended, or under any similar law or statute of the United States or any state thereof, is adjudged bankrupt or insolvent in proceedings under such laws, or a receiver or trustee is appointed for all or substantially all of the assets of Contractor.
5 Loss of personnel deemed essential by Stadium Manager for the successful performance of the obligations of Contractor to Stadium Manager.