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SOUTH BEND, INDIANA 46601-1830
PHONE 574/235-9251
FAx 574/235-9171
CITY OF SOUTH BEND JAMES MUELLER, MAYOR
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
July 11, 2023
Ms. Diane Sinclair
Sinclair Recreation
176 E. Lakewood Blvd.
Holland, MI 49424
diane&sinclair-rec.com; richksinclair-rec.com
RE: Award Bid — Southeast Park Playground Resurfacing - Project No. 123-043
Dear Ms. Sinclair:
At its July 11, 2023 meeting, the Board of Public Works awarded the above referenced
bid to you in the amount of $261,000. Enclosed please find a signed Bid/Proposal form.
Please forward the following documents in one submittal by July 25, 2023 to my
attention for Board of Public Works approval at lhensley&southbendin.gov:
1) One (1) signed original of the Public Works Contract (enclosed)
2) Labor & Material Payment Bond
3) Performance Bond (125% of Bid Amount)
4) Certificate of Insurance naming the City of South Bend as an additional insured
5) Item #4 for all subcontractors that you use
If you have any further questions, please call this office at (574) 235-9251.
Sincerely,
/s/ Theresa Heffner
Theresa Heffner, Clerk
Enclosures
TH/lh
ELIZABETH A. MARADIK JOSEPH R. MOLNAR GARY A. GILOT JORDAN V. GATHERS MURRAY L. MILLER
INTER -OFFICE MEMORANDUM
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
DIVISION OF ENGINEERING
TO: Theresa Heffner, Clerk
Board of Public Works
FROM: Patrick Sherman
SUBJECT: VPA Athletic Courts Phase 3: Award Bid
Project Number 123-043. PR-00024809
DATE: 07/11 /2023
On June 1311, 2023, the Board of Public Works opened and read 1 bid for the above project from
Sinclair Recreation.
Company
Base Bid
Totals
Sinclair Recreation
Removal and replacement of Poured in Place Surfacing
$261,000.00
The Department of Public Works recommends awarding the base bid to Sinclair Recreation for
a total contract of $261,000.00. The Department of Venues Parks & Arts has appropriated
sufficient funds in PROJ00000445.
Please call with any questions.
Date:
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
CONTRACTOR'S BID FOR PUBLIC WORK
Project Name Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Project No. 123-043
For Bids Due June 13th 2023 by 9:00am EST to bpwbids(ftouthbendin.clov
PART I
(Must be completed for all bids. Please type or print)
6-8-2023 Bidder (Firm): Sinclair Recreation
Address: 176 E. Lakewood Blvd.
City/State/Zip:
Holland, MI 49424
Telephone Number: (800-444-4954
Agent of Bidder (if Applicable): Diane Sinclair
Pursuant to notices given, the undersigned offers to furnish labor and/or material necessary to complete the
public works project of:
Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park, Project No. 123-043
the City of South Bend, Indiana, in accordance with plans and specifications prepared by:
Citv of South Bend
and dated 5-9-2023
for the sum of (enter the Total Bid as shown on the Proposal)
Two hundred sixty one thousand dollars and 00/100-----------
(Enter sum of Total Base Bid plus Alternates shown on Proposal)
261,000.00
(Numerical)
The undersigned further agrees to furnish a bond or certified check with this bid for an amount specified in
the notice of the letting. If alternative bids apply, the undersigned submits a proposal for each in accordance
with the notice. Any addendums attached will be specifically referenced at the applicable page.
If additional units of material included in the contract are needed, the cost of units must be the same as that
shown in the original contract if accepted b the City of South Bend. if the bid is to be awarded on a unit
basis, the itemization of the units shall be sho n on a separate attac m nt.
By Q �'
(Signature)
The above bid is accepted this
Subject to the following conditions:
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Elizabeth A. Maradik, President
Gary A. Gilot, Member
Murray L. Miller, Member
Diane Sinclair, President
(Printed Name of Person Signing)
ACCEPTANCE
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Joseph R. Molnar, Vice President
Jordan V. Gathers, Member
Attest: Theresa M. Heffner, Clerk
Date: July 11. 2023
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
PUBLIC WORKS CONTRACT
This Agreement is made and entered into this I Ith Day of July, 2023, by and between Sinclair
Recreation, (the "Contractor"), and the Board of Public Works (the 'Board").
The Contractor covenants and agrees to make the following improvement, as fully set out in the
Request for Quotations, Standard Specifications, Special Provisions, Plans, and Bid Proposals, all
of which are set forth as a part of this Contract, for:
PROJECT NO. 123-043
DESCRIPTION: SOUTHEAST PARK PLAYGROUND RESURFACING
COMPLETION DATE: SEE SPECIFICATIONS
AMOUNT: $261,000
FUNDING: PR-00024809
The unit prices for this improvement were those prices as received and accepted by the Board on
the 13th Day of June, 2023.
The Contractor further agrees to notify the assigned Engineer when this improvement is
completed. This notification shall be in the form of a Project Completion Affidavit, signed by the
Contractor. Upon final acceptance of the improvement by the Engineer, the Contractor's final
estimate will be presented to the Board for final Payment with one (1) copy of the Project
Completion Affidavit and one (1) copy of a Waiver of Lien.
Each of the Parties, by signing below, represents and warrants to the other Party that he/she/it has
the authority to bind the named person or entity to this Agreement.
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA SINCLAIR RECREATION
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
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Elizabeth A. Maradik, President
Gary A. Gilot, Member
Murray L. Miller, Member
Joseph R. Molnar, Vice President
Jordan V. Gathers, Member
Attest: Theresa M. Heffner, Clerk
Date: July 11, 2023
Printed Name
Signature
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CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
CONTRACTOR'S BID FOR PUBLIC WORK
CHECKLIST FOR BIDDERS
Project Name Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Project No.
123-043
For Bids Due June 13th 2023 by 9:00am EST to b wbids so uth bend in.clov
From time to time the South Bend Board of Public Works finds it necessary to reject a bid because
it does not comply with statutory requirements. In preparing your bid, please use the following
checklist in order to make sure that your bid is done in the proper manner.
Proper bid security included. The bidder has the option of providing either a Certified Check
X or Bid Bond. See attached bid bond
Bid prepared on the City of South Bend Contractor's Bid for Public Work Form, completely
X executed.
Contractor's Non -Collusion and Non -Debarment Affidavit, Certification Regarding Investments
with Iran, Employment Eligibility Verification, Non -Discrimination Commitment, and
X Certification of use of United States Steel Products or Foundry Products.
Proof of M/WBE Utilization Plans [MBE-1.0 and WBE-1.0]. Also provide Evidence of Good
Faith Efforts Forms [MBE-2.0 and WBE-2.0] and M/WBE Contacted Forms [MBE-2.1 and
X WBE-2.1 ].
X Acknowledge Receipt of 1 Addendum(s) included with the bid.
x All required additional information is included with the bid.
Proposal statements and other affidavits all signed by the proper party with name either
x printed or typed underneath signature.
x This checklist submitted with the Bid.
This checklist is provided for bidder's use in assuring compliance with required
documentation; however, it does not include all specifications requirements and does not
relieve the bidder of the need to read and comply with the specifications.
Bidder: Sinclair Recreation
By Authorized Representative:
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Signature: PAS S4`t� � a_yC
Print Name & Title: Diane Sinclair, President
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Date, 6-8-2023
PART II
(For projects of $100,000 or more — IC 36-1-12-4)
These statements to be submitted under oath by each bidder with and as part of his/her/its bid.
Attach additional pages for each section as needed.
SECTION I EXPERIENCE QUESTIONNAIRE
1. Attach information regarding projects your organization has completed for the period of one
(1) year prior to the date of the current bid.
2. Attach a listing of public works projects currently in process of construction by your
organization.
3. Attach information regarding any failure to complete any work awarded to you and the
location thereof.
4. Attach references from private firms for which you have performed work.
SECTION II PLAN AND EQUIPMENT QUESTIONNAIRE
1. Attach an explanation of your plan or layout for performing proposed work. (Examples could
include a narrative of when you could begin work, complete the project, number of workers,
etc. and any other information which you believe would enable the City of South Bend to
consider your bid.)
2. Attach a listing of the names and addresses of all subcontractors (i.e. persons or firms outside
your own firm who have performed part of the work) that you have used on public works
projects during the past five (5) years along with a brief description of the work done by each
subcontractor.
3. If you intend to sublet any portion of the work, attach the name and address of each
subcontractor, equipment to be used by the subcontractor, and whether you will require a
bond. However, if you are unable to currently provide a listing, please understand a listing
must be provided prior to contract approval. Until the completion of the proposed project, you
are under a continuing obligation to immediately notify the City of South Bend in the event that
you subsequently determine that you will use a subcontractor on the proposed project.
4. Attach a listing of equipment you have available to use for the proposed project.
Have you entered into contracts or received offers for all materials which substantiate the
prices used in preparing your proposal? If not, attach an explanation for the rationale used
which would corroborate the prices listed.
SECTION III CONTRACTOR'S FINANCIAL STATEMENT
Attachment of bidder's financial statement is mandatory. Any bid submitted without said
financial statement as required by statute shall thereby be rendered invalid. The financial
statement provided hereunder to the City of South Bend awarding the contract must be specific
enough in detail so that said City of South Bend can make a proper determination of the bidder's
capability for completing the project if awarded.
Sinclair Recreation's financial statement is attached in a separate file.
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When the prospective Contractor is unable to certify to any of the statements below, it shall attach an explanation to this Affidavit.
CONTRACTOR'S NON -COLLUSION AND NON -DEBARMENT AFFIDAVIT,
CERTIFICATION REGARDING INVESTMENT WITH IRAN, EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
VERIFICATION, NON-DISCRIMINATION COMMITMENT AND CERTIFICATION OF USE
OF UNITED STATES STEEL PRODUCTS OR FOUNDRY PRODUCTS
(Must be completed for all quotes and bids. Please type or print)
SCOTT BAREMAN
STATE OF Michigan ) NOTARY PUBLIC - STATE OF MICHIGAN
SS: COUNTY OF OTTAWA
My Commission Expires Dec. 28. 2024
Ottawa COUNTY ) Acting in the County of ca r a•J
The undersigned Contractor, being duly sworn upon his/her/its oath, affirms under the penalties of perjury that:
1. Contractor has not, nor has any other member, representative, or agent of the firm,
company, corporation or partnership represented by him, entered into any combination, collusion
or agreement with any person relative to the price to be bid by anyone at such letting nor to
prevent any person from bidding nor to induce anyone to refrain from bidding, and that this bid
is made without reference to any other bid and without any agreement, understanding or
combination with any other person in reference to such bidding. Contractor further says that no
person or persons, firms, or corporation has, have or will receive directly or indirectly, any
rebate, fee, gift, commission or thing of value on account of such sale; and
2. Contractor certifies by submission of this proposal that neither contractor nor any of its
principals are presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or
voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any Federal department or agency;
and
3. Contractor has not, nor has any successor to, nor an affiliate of, Contractor, engaged in
investment activities in Iran.
a. For purposes of this Certification, "Iran" means the government of Iran and any agency or
instrumentality of Iran, or as otherwise defined at Ind. Code § 5-22-16.5-5, as amended from
time -to -time.
b. As provided by Ind. Code § 5-22-16.5-8, as amended from time -to -time, a Contractor is
engaged in investment activities in Iran if either:
i. Contractor, its successor or its affiliate, provides goods or services of twenty million
dollars ($20,000,000) or more in value in the energy sector of Iran; or
ii. Contractor, its successor or its affiliate, is a financial institution that extends twenty
million dollars ($20,000,000) or more in credit to another person for forty-five (45)
days or more, if that person will (i) use the credit to provides goods and services in
Non -Collusion Nan-Debannent Affidavit Non Iran Form
the energy sector in Iran; and (ii) at the time the financial institution extends credit, is
a person identified on list published by the Indiana Department of Administration.
4. Contractor does not knowingly employ or contract with an unauthorized alien, nor retain
any employee or contract with a person that the Contractor subsequently learns is an
unauthorized alien. Contractor agrees that he/she/it shall enroll in and verify the work eligibility
status of all of Contractor's newly hired employees through the E-Verify Program as defined by
I.C. 22-5-1.7-3. Contractor's documentation of enrollment and participation in the E-Verify
Program is included and attached as part of this bid/quote; and
5. Contractor shall require his/her/its subcontractors performing work under this public
contract to certify that the subcontractors do not knowingly employ or contract with an
unauthorized alien, nor retain any employee or contract with a person that the subcontractor
subsequently learns is an unauthorized alien, and that the subcontractor has enrolled in and is
participating in the E-Verify Program. The Contractor agrees to maintain this certification
throughout the term of the contract with the City of South Bend, and understands that the City
may terminate the contract for default if the Contractor fails to cure a breach of this provision no
later than thirty (30) days after being notified by the City.
6. Persons, partnerships, corporations, associations, or joint venturers awarded a contract by
the City of South Bend through its agencies, boards, or commissions shall not discriminate
against any employee or applicant for employment in the performance of a City contract with
respect to hire, tenure, terms, conditions, or privileges of employment, or any matter directly or
indirectly related to employment because of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, ancestry,
age, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation or disability that does not affect that
person's ability to perform the work.
In awarding contracts for the purchase of work, labor, services, supplies, equipment, materials,
or any combination of the foregoing including, but not limited to, public works contracts
awarded under public bidding laws or other contracts in which public bids are not required by
law, the City, its agencies, boards, or commissions may consider the Contractor's good faith
efforts to obtain participation by those Contractors certified by the State of Indiana as a Minority
Business ("MBE") or as a Women's Business Enterprise ("WBE") as a factor in determining
the lowest, responsible, responsive bidder.
In no event shall persons or entities seeking the award of a City contract be required to award a
subcontract to an MBE/WBE; however, it may not unlawfully discriminate against said
WBE/MBE. A finding of a discriminatory practice by the City's MBE/WBE Utilization Board
shall prohibit that person or entity from being awarded a City contract for a period of one (1)
year from the date of such determination, and such determination may also be grounds for
terminating the contact for which the discriminatory practice or noncompliance pertains.
7. The undersigned contractor agrees that the following nondiscrimination commitment
shall be made a part of any contract which it may henceforth enter into with the City of South
Bend, Indiana or any of its agencies, boards or commissions.
Non -Collusion Non -Debarment Affidavit Non Iran Form
SCOTT BAREMAN
NOTARY PUBLIC - STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF OTTAWA
My Commission Expires Dec. 28, 2024
Acting in the County pt ,�
Contractor agrees not to discriminate against or intimidate any employee or applicant for
employment in the performance of this contract with privileges of employment, or any matter
directly or indirectly related to employment, because of race, religion, color, sex, gender
expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, handicap, national origin or ancestry. Breach of
this provision may be regarded as material breach of contract.
I, the undersigned bidder or agent as contractor on a public works project, understand my
statutory obligations to the use of steel products or foundry products made in the United States
(I.C. 5-16-8-1). I hereby certify that I and all subcontractors employed by me for this project will
use steel products or foundry products made in the United States on this project if awarded. I
understand I have an affirmative duty to- notify the City in my bid that my proposal does not
include the use of steel products or foundry products made in the United States. I understand it is
my sole obligation and responsibility to provide a justification to the City, subject to review and
approval, why the cost of United States made steel or foundry products is unreasonable. Prior to
award and upon submission of bid which does not use steel products or foundry products made
in the United States, the City, through its director of public works, shall make a determination if
the price of United States made steel or foundry is unreasonable. I understand that violations
hereunder may result in forfeiture of contractual payments.
I hereby affirm under the penalties of perjury that the facts and information contained in the foregoing bid for
public works are true and correct.
Dated this 8th day of June , 2023
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 8th
My Commission Expires
County of Residence
Non -Collusion Non -Debarment Affidavit Non Iran Form
Sinclair Recreation
tractorl/B�idd�er�(Firm) .
Signature of Contractor/Bidder or Its Agent
Diane Sinclair, President
Printed Name and Title
.day of June , 2023
Scott Bareman
Notary Public
Ottawa
SCOTT BAREMAN
NOTARY PUBLIC - STATE OF MICHIGAN
COUNTY OF OTTAWA
My Commission Expires Dec. 28, 2024
Acting in the County of ojQw 1
BID/PROPOSAL
CITY OF SOUTH BEND
Project Name: Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Project Number: 123-043
For Bids Due: June 13th 2023 by 9:OOam EST to bpwbids@southbendin.gov
Contractor Name: Sinclair Recreation
BASE BID
Item
No.
Description
Quantity
Unit
Unit Price
Total Amount
1
Removal of existing PIP Surfacing
7700
sq/ft
$ 7.54
$ 57,831.80
2 I Installation of new PIP Surfacing
7700
sq/ft
$26.50
$ 203,255.00
Price includes: payment and performance bonds, BASE BID TOTAL $261,000.00
mobilization, project management, site security
dumpster services and site clean up. includes an additional discount of $86.80
to bring the total to: $261,000.00
Bidder (Firm): Sinclair Recreation
Address: 176 E. Lakewood Blvd.
City/State/Zip: Holland, MI 49424 Telephone Nun ber: ( ) 800-444-4954
By 1 c
(Signature)
Diane Sinclair
(Printed Name of Person Signing)
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CITY OF SOUTH BEND
MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE INCLUSION PROGRAM PLAN '
FORM MBE-1.0
MBE UTILIZATION PLAN
This completed form should be supplied with Bids that pertain to City of South Bend Public Works Projects involving MBE participation. It is
the bidder's sole responsibility to verify whether any listed minority -owned business meets the MBE qualifications.
Project Number:
Bidder:
123-043
Sinclair Recreation
Name & Address of MB
Kennedy Expre;
Submitted by:
Project Name:
Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Total Bid Amount: $261,000.00
E Primary Contact Person Scope of Work to be Performed
(Name/Telephone) y (Attach scope/schedule if you need additional space)
{ security and dumpster service
MBE Goal: 1.40%
Page of
Dollar Amount of MBE of Tot,
Component Bid/Pro
DI
$3,780.00 1.44 %
Diane Sinclair 5)c2� 1�4;� 6-8-2023
Print Name Signature Date
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CITY OF SOUTH BEND = `
MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE INCLUSION PROGRAM PLAN
FORM WBE-1.0
WBE UTILIZATION PLAN
This completed form should be supplied with Bids that pertain to City of South Bend Public Works Projects involving WBE participation. It is
the bidder's sole responsibility to verify whether any listed woman -owned business meets the WBE qualifications.
Project Number: 123-043 Project Name:
Bidder: Sinclair Recreation
Name & Address of WBE
Primary Contact Person
(Name(Telephone)
Jlnciair meceaiion is a vvorz i uiane arnuialr
Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Total Bid Amount: $261,000.00
Scope of Work to be Performed
(Attach scope/schedule if you need additio
Entire scope of project.
Submitted by: Diane Sinclair
Print Name Signature
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WBE Goal: 4.70%
Page of
Dollar Amount of WBE i Percentage
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6-8-2023
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CITY OF SOUTH BEND
MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE INCLUSION PROGRAM PLANy-A, Iy
FORM MBE-2.0
EVIDENCE OF GOOD FAITH EFFORTS
This completed form should be included as part of the Bids documents related to City of South Bend Public
Works Projects requiring Good Faith Efforts to obtain MBE participation.
Project Number:
Project Name:
Bidder:
Contact Person:
Address:
City:
Email:
123-043
Date: 6-8-2023
Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Sinclair Recreation
Diane Sinclair Telephone: 616-836-2447
5 E. Lakewood Blvd.
Holland
State: M I
diane@sinclair-rec.com
zip: 49424
To determine whether a bidder has demonstrated good faith efforts to reach the MBE utilization goals set forth in
the City of South Bend Public Works Project Specifications, the City and its agencies, boards, or commissions,
REQUIRE ALL of the following Good Faith Efforts as listed in the table below:
EVIDENCE OF GOOD FAITH EFFORTS _
MBE LIST(S): The bidder reviewed 1) the City of South Bend's Minority and Women Business Enterprise
Inclusion Program Plan; 2) the list of certified MWBEs provided by the City; and 3) the Indiana Department
of Administration list of Minority and Women Owned Businesses (both certified and non -certified) found
at: h :/Iwww.in. ovhdoa/.
GOOD FAITH EFFORTS TO OBTAIN MBE PARTICIPATION
The bidder shall initial each item below, as evidence of its good faith efforts to obtain MBE participation
in the awarded contract.
DS I affirm that I reviewed the City of South Bend's Minority and Women Business Enterprise
Inclusion Program Plan and the Indiana Department of Administration's certified list of
Indiana Minority and Women Business Enterprises. found on their website
(http://www.in.gov/idoa),
I affirm that I have made good faith efforts to select portions of the contract work to be
performed by MWBEs, including, where appropriate, breaking out contract work items into
DS economically feasible units to facilitate MBE participation.
I affirm that I have made good faith efforts to solicit through all reasonable and available
DS means the interest of all MBEs in the scopes of work of the contract.
I affirm that I attended all pre -bid meetings scheduled by the City of South Bend to inform
DS MBEs of contracting and subcontracting opportunities.
I affirm that I advertised in general circulation and/or trade association publications
DS concerning subcontract opportunities and allowed MBEs reasonable time to respond to
such advertisements.
I affirm that I performed any and all necessary steps to provide written notices in a manner
reasonably calculated to inform MBEs of subcontracting opportunities and allowed
DS sufficient time for MBEs to participate effectively.
I affirm that I followed up on initial solicitations with interested MBEs.
DS
I affirm that I negotiated with interested MBEs in good faith, including providing such MBEs
DS with adequate information about the plans, specifications and other requirements of the
subcontract.
I affirm that I have made good faith efforts to assist interested MBEs in obtaining bonding,
DS lines of credit, or insurance as required by the City or the bidder, where appropriate.
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CITY OF SOUTH BEND
MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE INCLUSION PROGRAM PLAN
FORM MBE-2.0
EVIDENCE OF GOOD FAITH EFFORTS
I affirm that I have made good faith efforts to assist interested MBEs in obtaining necessary
equipment, supplies, materials, or related assistances or services, where appropriate.
I affirm that I did not reject any MBEs as unqualified without sound business reasons based
on a thorough investigation of their capabilities.
CONTRACT RECORDS: The bidder has maintained the following records for each MBE that has bid on
the subcontracting opportunity:
1. Name, address, and telephone number;
2. A description of information provided by the bidder or subcontractor; and
3. A statement of whether an agreement was reached, and if not, why not, including any reasons for
concluding that the MBE was unqualified to perform the job.
'Proper demonstration of Good Faith Efforts requires your initials next to all of the above boxes. Any
omissions shall be considered grounds for rejection of the bid by the Board of Public Works. The City of
South Bend reserves the right to request additional information.
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CITY OF SOUTH BEND
MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE INCLUSION PROGRAM PLAN
FORM WBE-2.0
EVIDENCE OF GOOD FAITH EFFORTS
This completed form should be included as part of the Bids documents related to City of South Bend Public
Works Projects requiring Good Faith Efforts to obtain MWBE participation.
Project Number: 123-043
Project Name:
Bidder:
Contact Person:
Address:
City:
Email:
Date: 6-8-2023
Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Sinclair Recreation
Diane Sinclair
176 E. Lakewood Blvd.
Holland State: MI
diane@sinclair-rec.corn
Telephone:
616-836-2447
Zip: 49424
To determine whether a bidder has demonstrated good faith efforts to reach the WBE utilization goals set forth in
the City of South Bend Public Works Project Specifications, the City and its agencies, boards, or commissions,
REQUIRE ALL of the following Good Faith Efforts as listed in the table below*:
EVIDENCE OF GOOD FAITH EFFORTS
WBE LIST(S): The bidder reviewed 1) the City of South Bend's Minority and Women Business Enterprise
Inclusion Program Plan; 2) the list of certified MWBEs provided by the City; and 3) the Indiana Department
of Administration list of Minority and Women Owned Businesses (both certified and non -certified) found
at: httr),://www.in.gov/idoal.
GOOD FAITH EFFORTS TO OBTAIN WBE PARTICIPATION
The bidder shall initial each item below, as evidence of its good faith efforts to obtain WBE participation
in the awarded contract.
DS I affirm that l reviewed the City of South Bend's Minority and Women Business Enterprise
Inclusion Program Plan and the Indiana Department of Administration's certified list of
Indiana Minority and Women Business Enterprises, found on their website
(http:IbNww.in.gov/idoa).
I affirm that I have made good faith efforts to select portions of the contract work to be
performed by WBEs, including, where appropriate, breaking out contract work items into
DS economically feasible units to facilitate WBE participation.
I affirm that I have made good faith efforts to solicit through all reasonable and available
DS means the interest of all WBEs in the scopes of work of the contract.
I affirm that I attended all pre -bid meetings scheduled by the City of South Bend to inform
DS WBEs of contracting and subcontracting opportunities.
I affirm that I advertised in general circulation and/or trade association publications
concerning subcontract opportunities and allowed WBEs reasonable time to respond to
DS such advertisements.
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I affirm that I performed any and all necessary steps to provide written notices in a manner
reasonably calculated to inform WBEs of subcontracting opportunities and allowed
DS sufficient time for WBEs to participate effectively.
DS I affirm that I followed up on initial solicitations with interested WBEs.
I affirm that I negotiated with interested WBEs in good faith, including providing such WBEs
with adequate information about the plans, specifications and other requirements of the
DS subcontract.
I affirm that I have made good faith efforts to assist interested WBEs in obtaining bonding,
DS lines of credit, or insurance as required by the City or the bidder, where appropriate.
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CITY OF SOUTH BEND
MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE INCLUSION PROGRAM PLAN
FORM WBE-2.0
EVIDENCE OF GOOD FAITH EFFORTS
I affirm that I have made good faith efforts to assist interested WBEs In obtaining
❑S necessary equipment, supplies, materials, or related assistances or services, where
appropriate.
�S I affirm that I did not reject any WBEs as unqualified without sound business reasons
based on a thorough investigation of their capabilities.
CONTRACT RECORDS: The bidder has maintained the following records for each WBE that has bid on
the subcontracting opportunity:
1. Name, address, and telephone number,
2, A description of information provided by the bidder or subcontractor; and
3. A statement of whether an agreement was reached, and if not, why not, including any reasons for
concluding that the MWBE was unqualified to perform the job.
*arnnnr ripmnnstration of Good Faith Efforts reauires vour initials next to all of the above boxes. Any
omissions shall be considered grounds for rejection of the bid by the Board of Public Works. The City of
South Bend reserves the right to request additional information.
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CITY OF SOUTH BEND =
MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE INCLUSION PROGRAM PLAN -
FORM MBE-2.1
MBE CONTACTED
This completed form should be supplied with Bids that pertain to City of South Bend Public Works Projects
requiring Good Faith Efforts to contact MBEs. It is the bidder's sole responsibility to verify whether any listed
minority -owned business meets the MBE qualifications. Attach additional pages if necessary.
PAGE OF
Project Number: 123-043 MBE Participation Goal 1_40%
Project Name: Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Bidder: Sinclair Recreation
By:
(Signature)
President
MBE Firm Kennedy Expressline
Owner or Contact at MBE Firm
Telephone: Fax:
TYPE OF WORK SOLICITED FOR THIS PROJECT:
Site security and dumpster provider
RESULTS OF CONTACT WITH THE MBE FIRM:
MBE Firm
Owner or Contact at MBE Firm
(Title)
6-8-2023
(Date)
Email: kennedyexpressline@yahoo.com
Telephone: Fax: Email:
TYPE OF WORK SOLICITED FOR THIS PROJECT:
RESULTS OF CONTACT WITH THE MBE FIRM:
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CITY OF SOUTH BEND
MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE INCLUSION PROGRAM PLAN
FORM MBE-2.1 "�• ;'
WBE CONTACTED
This completed form should be supplied with Bids that pertain to City of South Bend Public Works Projects
requiring Good Faith Efforts to contact WBEs. It is the bidder's sole responsibility to verify whether any listed
woman -owned business meets the WBE qualifications. Attach additional pages if necessary.
PAGE - OF
Project Number: 123-043 WBE Participation Goal 4.70%
Project Name: Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Bidder: Sinclair Recreation
By: President 6-8-2023
(Signature) (Title) (Date)
WBE Firm Sinclair Recreation is a WBE
Owner or Contact at WBE Firm Diane Sinclair
Telephone: Fax:
TYPE OF WORK SOLICITED FOR THIS PROJECT:
RESULTS OF CONTACT WITH THE WBE FIRM:
WBE Firm
Owner or Contact at WBE Firm
Telephone: Fax:
TYPE OF WORK SOLICITED FOR THIS PROJECT:
RESULTS OF CONTACT WITH THE WBE FIRM:
Email:
Email:
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WBENC
WOMEN'S BUSINESS ENTERPRISE
NATIONALCOUNCIL
JOIN FORCES. SUCCEED TOGETHER,
hereby grants
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to
SINCLAIR RECREATION, LLC
who has successfully met WBENC's standards as a Women's Business Enterprise (WBE).
This certification affirms the business is woman -owned, operated and controlled and is valid through the date herein.
WBENC National WBE Certification was processed and validated by Great Lakes Women's
Business Council, a WBENC Regional Partner Organization.
Certification Granted: January 13, 2004
Expiration Date: February 17, 2024 Great Lakes
WBENC National Certification Number: 239623 Women's
Busi mess
Authorized by Michelle Richards, President COUNCIL
Great Lakes Women's Business Council
NAICS: 237990, 238990, 339920, 423910
UNSPSC: 49240000,49241500,49241501, 49241502,49241503,49241504, 49241505,49241506,49241507,72153103
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AIA Document A310
Bid Bond
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that we, Sinclair Recreation LLC. as
Principal, hereinafter called the Principal, and Employers Mutual Casual_U Company, duly organized
under the laws of the State of Iowa as Surety, hereinafter called the Surety, is held and firmly
bound unto City of South Bend , as Obligee, hereinafter called the Obligee, in the
sum of Five Percent of the Amount Bid (5% of the Bid Amount), for the payment of which sum well
and truly to be made, the said Principal and the said Surety, bind ourselves, our heirs, executors,
administrators, successors and assigns, jointly and severally, firmly by these presents.
WHEREAS, the Principal has submitted a bid for: Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Date: June 13 2023
NOW, THEREFORE, if the Obligee shall accept the bid of the Principal and the Principal shall enter into a
Contract with the Obligee in accordance with the terms of such bid, and give such bond or bonds as may be
specified in the bidding or Contract Documents with good and sufficient surety for the faithful performance
of such Contract and for the prompt payment of labor and materials furnished in the prosecution thereof, or
in the event of the failure of the Principal to enter such Contract and give such bond or bonds, if the
Principal shall pay to the Obligee the difference not to exceed the penalty hereof between the amount
specified in said bid and such larger amount for which the Obligee may in good faith contract with another
party to perform the Work covered by said bid, then this obligation shall be null and void, otherwise to
remain in full force and effect.
Signed and sealed this 7th day of June. A.D, 2023._
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POWER OF ATTORNEY APPOINTING INDIVIDUAL ATTORNEY -IN -FACT
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that:
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2. EMCASCO Insurance Company, an Iowa Corporation
3. Union Insurance Company of Providence, an Iowa Corporation
4, Illinois EMCASCO Insurance Company, an Iowa Corporation
5. Dakota Fire Insurance Company, a North Dakota Corporation
6. EMC Property & Casualty Company, an Iowa Corporation
hereinafter referred to severally as "Company" and collectively as "Companies", each does, by these presents, make, constitute and appoint:
LAURA J. NORTHOUSE
its true and lawful attorney -in -fact, with full power and authority conferred to sign, seal, and execute the Bid Bond
In an amount not exceeding Ten Million Dollars ..
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and to bind each Company thereby as fully and to the same extent as if such instruments were signed by the duly authorized officers of each such Company, and all
of the acts of said attorney pursuant to the authority hereby given are hereby ratified and confirmed.
AUTHORITY FOR POWER OF ATTORNEY
This Power-of-Atlorney is made and executed pursuant to and by the authority of the following resolution of the Boards of Directors of each of the Companies at the
first regularly scheduled meeting of each company duly called and held in 1999:
RESOLVED: The President and Chief Executive Officer, any Vice President, the Treasurer and fhe Secretary of Employers Mutual Casualty Company shall have
power and aulhority is (1) appoint attomeys-in-last and authorize them to execute on behalf of each Company and attach the seal of the Company thereto, bands
and underlaiangs, reoogn¢ances. contracts of indemnity and other writings obligatory in the nature thereof; and (2) to remove any such attorney -in -fact at any lime
and revoke the power and authority given to him or her. Attomeys-in-fact shall have power and authority, subject to the terms and limitations of the power -of -attorney
issued to them, to execute and deliver on behalf of the Company, and to attach the seal of the Company thereto. bonds and undertalcings, recognizances, contracts of
indemnity and other writings obligatory in the nature thereof, and any such rnstrumeni executed by any such attomay-in4acl shall be f ully and in all respects binding upon
the Company. Certification as to the validity of any power -of -attorney aulhorixed herein rrode by an officer of Employers Mutual Casualty Company shall be fully am in ati
respects binding upon this Company. The facsimile or mechanically reproduced signature of such officer, whether made heretofore or hereafter, wherever appearing upon
a certified copy of arty power-ol-attorney of the Company, shalt be valid and binding upon the Company with the same force and effect as though manually affixed.
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did say thal they are, and are known to me to be the CEO, Chairman, Pfesident, Executive
Vice President, Chief Legal Of licer and/o r Secretary, respectively, of each of the Companies
above; that the seals affixed to this instrument aye the seals of said corporations; that said
instrun*nI was signed and sealed on behalf of each of the Companies by authority of their
respective Boards of Direclors; and IhaI the said. Scott R. Jean and Todd Strother, as such
officers, acknowledged the execution of said instrument to be their vol unlary act and dead,
and [be voluntary act and deed of each of the Companies.
My Commission Expires October 10, 2025.
CERTIFICATE
Notary Pub!9 in and for the State OfAowa
I, Ryan J. Springer, Vice President of the Companies, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution of the Boards of Directors by each of the Companies, and
this Power of Attorney issued pursuant thereto on 22nd day of September , 2022 , are true and correct and are still in full force and effect.
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CITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
CONTRACTOR'S BID FOR PUBLIC WORK
RESPONSIBLE BIDDER CHECKLIST
Project Name Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Project No. 123-043
For Bids Due June 13th, 2023
Contractor Name: Sinclair Recreation
The City seeks to enhance its ability to identify responsive and responsible bidders on all City public works
projects by institution of comprehensive submission requirements in compliance with State law. Quality
workmanship, efficient operation, safety, and timely completion of projects requires that all bidders meet
certain minimum requirements to be responsive and responsible bidders.
THIS FORM MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR BID.
INSTRUCTIONS:
If you are a pre -qualified bidder, complete Section I only.
If you are not a pre -qualified bidder, complete Section Il only.
Section II acts as an application for pre -qualification. Submission of Section II will allow the bidder to be
considered for pre -qualification for bids with the City of South Bend Department of Public Works. Pre -
qualified bidders will then be exempt from a portion of the submission requirements outlined in Section 6-
63 of The Responsible Bidding Ordinance No. 10594-18 (hereinafter, "Responsible Bidding Ordinance")
for a period of twelve (12) months.
Thereafter, contractors who are pre -qualified must submit a complete application for continuation of "pre -
qualified" standing, on a form provided by the City ("Responsible Bidder Checklist (1) Pre -Qualified
Bidders") by December 3Vt for the upcoming calendar year, or within twelve (12) months of obtaining pre -
qualified standing. If the status of any item changes within the twelve (12) months, it is the responsibility of
the contractor to notify the City. Failure by any pre -qualified contractor to submit its complete application
for continuation of "pre -qualified" standing within the time prescribed above shall result in automatic removal
of the designation, effective January 1 of the following year, or immediately following the twelve (12) months
of pre -qualified standing.
However, the "removed" contractor or subcontractor shall still be permitted to bid on City public works
projects, though the contractor must submit all required documents under 6-63 until "pre -qualified" status
is re-established.
Please Note: The City reserves the right to request supplemental information from the bidder,
additional verification of any information provided by the bidder, and may also conduct random
inquiries of the bidder's current and previous customers regardless of pre -qualified standing.
It is the sole responsibility of the potential bidder to comply with all submission requirements applicable to
the bidder in Section 6-63 of the Responsible Bidding Ordinance no later than the date of the public bid
opening.
POST BID SUBMISSIONS:
Post -bid submissions must be submitted in accordance with Section 6-64 of the Responsible Bidding
Ordinance. The post -bid submission requirements are as follows:
1. All bidders shall collect, maintain, and provide upon request, a current written list that discloses the
name, address, licensing status, and type of work for any subcontractor from whom the bidder has
accepted a bid and/or intends to hire on any part of the public work project, including individuals
performing work as independent contractors.
2. Each subcontractor, whose portion of the project is estimated to be at least one -hundred fifty
thousand dollars ($150,000.00), shall be required to adhere to the requirements of Section I of the
Responsible Bidder Ordinance as though it were bidding directly to the City, except that the
subcontractor shall submit the required information (including the name, address, and type of work)
to the successful bidder prior to the commencement of work.
3. Failure of a subcontractor to submit the required information shall not disqualify the successful
bidder from performing work on the project and shall not constitute a contractual default and/or
breach by the successful bidder. However, the City may withhold all payment otherwise due for
work performed by a subcontractor, until the subcontractor submits the required information and
the City approves such information.
4. The disclosure of a subcontractor list ("Disclosed Subcontractor(s)") to the City by a bidder shall
not create any rights in the Disclosed Subcontractor(s). Thus, a bidder may substitute another
subcontractor for a Disclosed Subcontractor by giving the City, upon request, written notice of the
name, address, licensing status, and type of work of the substitute subcontractor.
5. The successful bidder and all subcontractors on a public works project are required to submit
certified payroll utilizing the federal form known as WH-347 or a similar form on a bi-weekly basis,
submitted within 10 days after the end of each bi-weekly payroll period. Certified payrolls shall
identify the job title and craft for each employee. Certified payrolls shall be submitted
electronically.
Please Note: Submissions deemed inadequate, incomplete, or untimely by the City may result in
the automatic disqualification of the bid.
The City, after review of complete and timely submissions, shall, in its sole discretion, after taking into
account all information in the submission requirements, determine whether a bidder is responsive and
responsible, and provide a Pre -Qualification Verification Letter. The City specifically reserves the right to
utilize all information provided in the contractor's submission and any information obtained by the City
through its own independent verification of the information provided by the contractor.
I. PRE -QUALIFIED BIDDER CHECKLIST
(a) Acknowledgements:
(i) _ By checking this box, I hereby acknowledge that I am a pre -qualified bidder with
the City of South Bend and that I have met the pre -qualification requirements within
the last twelve (12) months. A copy of my Pre -Qualification verification letter
is attached.
(ii) _ By checking this box, I hereby acknowledge that the City reserves the right to
request supplemental information, additional verification of any information
provided by me, and may also conduct random inquiries of my current and prior
customers.
(b) Attachments:
0) _ Indiana Secretary of State's on-line records (ie. Business verification) dated within
sixty (60) days of the submission of said document showing that business is in
existence, current with the Indiana Secretary of State's Business Entity Report,
and eligible for a certificate of good standing. (Not applicable to individuals, sole
proprietors or partnerships).
Statement on staffing capabilities, including labor sources. This statement
indicates and ensures I have sufficient employees on staff to complete the work. It
outlines how I intend to meet the staffing needs of the work.
List of projects of similar size and scope of work performed in all areas, including
the State of Indiana, within the last three (3) years.
(iv) For every project, submit evidence of participation in apprenticeship and training
programs, applicable to the work to be performed on the project, which are
approved by and registered with the United States Department of Labor's Office of
Apprenticeship, or its successor organization.
II. PRE -QUALIFICATION CHECKLIST (FOR BIDDERS THAT ARE NOT PRE -QUALIFIED)
(a) Acknowledgements:
(i) X By checking this box, I hereby acknowledge that I am not a pre -qualified bidder
with the City of South Bend.
(ii) x By checking this box, I hereby acknowledge that the City reserves the right to
request supplemental information, additional verification of any information
provided, and may also conduct random inquiries of my current and prior
customers. The City reserved the right to utilize all information provided in this
submission and all information obtained in inquiries or requests to determine if a
bidder is responsive and responsible. Additionally, I acknowledge that all
information provided to the City shall be regarded as public records.
(iii) x By checking this box, I hereby acknowledge that copies of all Applicable
apprenticeship certificates or standards for training programs applicable to the
work performed on the project may be requested at any time and shall be furnished
upon request.
(iv) x By checking this box, I hereby acknowledge and ensure that I and all sub-
contractors, from whom I have accepted a bid and/or intend to hire to perform work
on the public work project, are properly licensed. Furthermore, I acknowledge my
understanding that it is my responsibility to ensure that all sub -contractors have
the necessary licenses to undertake the work called for in this bid. If a sub-
contractor loses their license at any point, it is the responsibility of that sub-
contractor to notify the City.
(b) Attachments:
0) x
Indiana Secretary of State's on-line records (ie. Business verification) dated within
sixty (60) days of the submission of said document showing that business is in
existence, current with the Indiana Secretary of State's Business Entity Report,
and eligible for a certificate of good standing. (Not applicable to individuals, sole
proprietors or partnerships).
(ii) X
List identifying all former business names. None
(iii) x
Any determinations by a court or governmental agency any violations of federal
skate, or local laws including, but not limited to, violations of contracting or antitrust
laws, tax or licensing laws, environmental laws, Occupational Safety and Health
Act (OSHA), or federal Davis -Bacon and related Acts, within the preceding five (5)
(iv) X
years. None
Statement about stating capabilities, including labor sources. This statement
indicates and ensures I have sufficient employees on staff to complete the work I
am bidding on OR outlines how I intend to meet the staffing needs of the work.
(v) X
Statement that individuals who will perform work on the public work project on my
behalf will be properly classified as an employee or as an independent contractor
under all applicable state and federal laws and local ordinances.
(vi) X
For every project, submit evidence of participation in apprenticeship and training
programs, applicable to the work to be performed on the project, which are
approved by and registered with the United States Department of Labor's Office of
Apprenticeship, or its successor organization.
(vii) X
Copy of a written plan for employee drug testing that covers all of my employees
who will perform work on the public work project and meets or exceeds the
requirements set forth in IC 4-13-18-5 or IC 4-13-18-6.
(viii) X
Evidence that I am utilizing a surety company which is on the Bureau of Fiscal
Service "Department of Treasury's Listing of Approved Sureties" as required in the
bid specifications or contract.
(ix) x Written statement of any federal, state or local tax liens or tax delinquencies owed
to any federal, state or local taxing body in the preceding three years. None
(i) List of projects of similar size and scope of work performed in all areas, including
the State of Indiana, within three (3) years prior to the date on which the bid is due.
6-8-2023
(Sign Here)
Diane Sinclair
(Print Name Here)
Sinclair Recreation
(Name of Company)
176 E. Lakewood Blvd.
(Address of Company)
Holland, MI 49424
(City)
Michigan
(State)
616-392-7441
(Telephone Number)
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1316 COUNTY -CITY BUILDING PHONE 574/ 235-9251
227 W. JEFFERSON BOULEVARD 1R65, FAX 574/ 235-9171
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA 46601-1830 TDD 574/ 235-5567
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, .TAMES MUELLER, MAYOR
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Date: May 23, 2023
To: All Registered Vendors
From Theresa Heffner, Clerk, Board of Public Works
Subject Addendum Number: 1
Project Name: Replacement of Playground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Project Number: 123-043
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF ADDENDUM
Date Received:
This addendum is being forwarded to you for the above referenced project.
Please sign below and acknowledge receipt of this Addendum
by faxing this sheet to the Board of Public Works at (574) 235-9171
within 48 hours of receipt. A copy MUST also be included with your
proposal package upon submittal. It will not be
THIS ADDENDUM MAY AFFECT YOUR PROPOSAL.
Notes:
The attached documents are hereby added to the Request for Proposal
Documents and become a part of herein.
Company:
Sinclair Recreation
Authorized Signature: 7�4��
Date: 6-7-2023
BID/PROPOSAL CITY OF SOUTH BEND
Project Name: Replacement of Play -ground Surfacing at Southeast Park
Project Number: 123-043
For Bids Due: June 13th 2023
Contractor Name: Sinclair Recreation
PROJECT NAME: REPLACEMENT OF PLAYGROUND SURFACING AT SOUTHEAST PARK
Please review the following additions to the specification:
• The Critical Fall Height of the playground at Southeast where the surfacing is being replaced is
ten (10) feet.
• For the colors, we will accept a 50/50 color/black mix.
• The existing poured in place material is 3" thick. We will accept materials of any thickness so
long as they meet the safety and fall height requirements. If the material is thicker than 3", then
additional removal and aggregate may be necessary and must be incidental to the total cost.
See the attached document pages with the aforementioned changes.
kSINCLAIRKHoRECREATI09N
Sinclair Recreation
ON -SITE PROJECT SAFETY PROGRAM
Sinclair Recreation is committed to provide the most favorable condition(s) for
employee safety and health; in keeping with sound business practice and the
requirements of the 1970 Occupational Safety and Health Act.
It is the policy of Sinclair Recreation to assure; so far as possible; that every
employee has a safe and healthful place in which to work. It is also the policy of
this company to help each employee recognize his/her responsibilities to safe
employment and require that he/she accept these responsibilities and work
accordingly.
Sinclair Recreation practice safe playground installation techniques. All installer
supervisors have completed the following courses:
GameTime Certified Installer Training
National Playground Safety Institute safety course
Sinclair Recreation will assign an individual to act as Safety Representative who
will have the responsibility of resolving safety matters, and act as a liaison among
Contractors, the Owner and Construction Manager.
1. All employees on site are required to report any unsafe act or condition
immediately to his / her supervisor. If the act or condition can be safety and
easily corrected, the employee or supervisor should make the correction.
2. Employees will attend a basic safety orientation; weekly toolbox talks and
periodic safety meetings if offered on site.
3. Self -inspection of the Contractor's area of control shall be performed to
assure compliance with the safety requirements.
4. All employees on site must immediately report all work related injuries and
illnesses to their supervisors.
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5. The Supervisor shall keep on the project site a first -aid kit supplied
according to current regulations.
6. The use of illegal drugs or alcohol while performing work on the project is
strictly prohibited. All employees will be drug tested based on requirements
set form in IC 4-13-18-5 or IC 4-13-18-6.
7. All employees, visitors and management shall wear an approved hard hat
while on site if the site requires the use of hard hats.
8. All employees shall wear durable work boots — no tennis shoes are allowed.
9. Sleeved shirts, minimum of four inches, and long pants are required
minimum clothing.
IO.Earphones are not allowed
11.Loud music is not allowed
12.All scaffolding must be checked daily and before each use for safety
compliance.
13.All tarps and blankets shall be made of fire retardant materials.
14.No smoking at any time on any job for any reason
15.All dozers, loaders, tractors and end loader backhoes must have functional
backup alarms at all times.
16.Cell phones:
a. Personal cell phones are not to be used on work sites except:
i. To report an emergency
ii. On approved break time
b. Use of business cell phones must not interfere with jobsite safety.
c. Use of cell phones while driving a vehicle or operation equipment is
discouraged.
Safety Representative for Project: Richard Sinclair
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SINCLAIR RECREATION
176 E. LAKEWOOD BLVD - HOLLAND. MI 49424 - (800)444-4954
Sinclair Recreation
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Sinclair Recreation, LLC
176 E. Lakewood Blvd.
Holland, MI 49424
Toll Free: 800-444-4954
Local: 616-392-7441
Fax: 616-392-8634
Federal ID: 38-359-0321
Richard Sinclair — 28 years of experience
Diane Sinclair — 33 years of experience
Type of Ownership: WBE (Woman's Business Enterprise)
Sinclair Recreation was started in 2003
Website: www.sinclair-rec.com
GameTime: www.gametime.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com search: Sinclair Recreation LLC to see references
Diane Sinclair: diane(asinclair-rec.com
Richard Sinclair: richgsinclair-rec.com
Diane and Richard Sinclair started Sinclair Recreation April 1st of 2003 after
working for the local GameTime Representative for a combined 61 years. Sinclair
Recreation is a full -service representative agency, specializing in the design, sale,
installation, and customer service of GameTime playground equipment.
Sinclair Recreation's special area of expertise is in large accessible designed
structures and Community Build Installations. We have completed an estimated
350 supervisions since founding of the company in 2003.
GameTime is a leader in product and technology innovation and has been
committed to enriching childhood through play since 1929. With 400,000 square
foot facility on 81 acres, GameTime is well equipped to handle orders of any size.
GameTime does all the metal fabrication, rotationally molded plastic and powder
coating in-house for great quality control. GameTime's Computerized factory
drilling, direct -bolt connections and factory placed inserts make installation and
maintenance simple and easy to understand. These direct bolt connections
eliminate possible errors that may occur while installing GameTime equipment.
All the liability for correct placement of parts is put on GameTime, exactly where
it belongs.
SINCLAIR RECREATION
176 E. LAKEWOOD BLVD - HOLLAND. MI 49424 - (800)444-4954
Please see the attached sheet on GameTime's compliance. GameTime is compliant
with the following:
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC)
ISO 14001 Certified, known as green certification (LEED)
IPEMA Equipment Certification
IPEMA Surfacing Certification
ADA
ISO 9001:2008
TUV
GameTime has earned $51 Million Dollars in product liability insurance — the
most in the industry. See attached certificate.
Our Project Team
Diane Sinclair, President of Sinclair Recreation. Diane has 32 years of
experience designing and selling GameTime playground equipment. She
will be the point person for bid follow up questions regarding design,
pricing, and bid documentation. She has been NPSI certified for the past 26
years, has been trained in Universally Accessible Playground Design by
Boundless Playgrounds, GameTime, and P1ayCore. Diane is authorized to
represent Sinclair Recreation during negations and can sign contracts.
2. Richard Sinclair, Vice President of Sinclair Recreation. Rich has 27 years
of experience in the playground industry. He will be your contact person
for the coordination of all aspects of your playground construction. He will
oversee coordination of dates, schedules, scheduling the installation
process and being on site when necessary. Rich will meet with you and
your committee for all designs and input sessions. Rich is also the sales
representative for Northern Michigan and is responsible for site visits in his
territory. Rich is authorized to represent Sinclair Recreation during
negotiations and can sign contracts.
3. Teresa Huxhold, Accounting Manager for Sinclair Recreation. Teresa has
been in the playground industry for 31 years. She will oversee your
invoices, insurance requests, and partial billing.
4. Morgan Roman, Customer Service and Assistant for Sinclair Recreation.
Morgan comes to us after recently graduating from Hope College. She
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answers the phones, does customer service, and keeps the office running
smoothly!
5. Alison Wiegerink, Order Entry for Sinclair Recreation. Alison has been
with Sinclair Recreation for 6 years. She is responsible for entering your
order, confirming your colors, and coordinating the location of deliveries.
6. Scott Bareman, Customer Service and Rendering Associate for Sinclair
Recreation. Scott provides customer service and renderings for bids and
direct sales. Scott was brought on board to generate the 3-D renderings
included in our bid. He will be able to provide a rendering of your custom
playground in different color combinations, showing you all sides of the
plans before purchase.
7. Jamie Lehman, Project Manager and CAD Designer for Sinclair
Recreation. She has been with Sinclair Recreation for 4 years. Jamie
provides project management for Eastern Michigan, Central Indiana, and
Southern Indiana. Jamie is responsible for scheduling installation of
equipment, safety surfacing, and deliveries. She coordinates with
contractors and architects on our larger projects. She can assist with any
special requests or design changes that you may need.
8. Noah Macomber, Project Manager and CAD Designer for Sinclair
Recreation. He has been with Sinclair Recreation for 4 years. Previously an
installer on our crew, Noah now provides project management for Western
Michigan, Central Michigan, Northern Michigan, and Northern Indiana.
Noah is responsible for scheduling installation of equipment, safety
surfacing, and deliveries.
9. Jeremy Bosman, Sales Representative for Western Michigan. Jeremy has been with
Sinclair Recreation for over 3 years. Based out of our Holland office, Jeremy is
responsible for sales, services, site visits, and projects in Western Michigan.
10. Matt Campanella, Sales Representative for Eastern Michigan. Matt has
been with Sinclair Recreation for over 15 years. Based out of Farmington
Hills, Matt is responsible for sales, services, site visits, and projects in
Eastern Michigan.
11. Thomas Sinclair, Sales Representative for Northern Michigan. Thomas
began his career at Sinclair working as an installer, and now he is the
Northern Michigan sales rep. Based out of our Holland office, Thomas is
responsible for sales, services, site visits, and projects in Northern
Michigan.
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12. Jeff Branham, Sales Representative for Central and Southern Indiana. Jeff began his
career with Sinclair Recreation in 2013. Jeff came to the playground industry from a
previous background in landscape design. He is a certified playground inspector and
proudly represents the GameTime brand in central and southern Indiana, including the
cities of Indianapolis, Evansville, Terre Haute and Bloomington.
13. Samantha Campanella, Sales Representative for Eastern Michigan. Samantha comes to us
after recently graduating in May from Kennesaw State University. Based out of South
Lyon, Samantha is responsible for sales, site visits, services, and projects in Eastern
Michigan.
14. Marsha Derbyshire, Sales Representative for Northern Indiana. Marsha comes to Sinclair
Recreation with a wealth of playground knowledge! She has been CPSI certified for over
20 years and has worked for the Fort Wayne Parks Department, architectural firms and in
project management. We are so excited she has joined our team.
15. Play Builders, Sinclair Recreation's installation crew. We employee our own installation
crew and can dictate their schedule to get your project done on time.
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Nappanee Parks and Recreation
(2022)
Owner: City of Nappanee
Location: 201 Reed Street Nappanee, IN 46550
Approximate Cost: $250,000
Contact: Chris Davis
Email: cdavis&nappanee.org
The park dept in Nappanee made this underserved area in Nappanee a priority, using the park a
major upgrade in 2022. Sinclair Recreation's portion of the park project included unique play
events; including a "floor is lava" custom obstacle course, a 100' zip line, and multigenerational,
inclusive play opportunities, as well as a wood shelter, a shade structure and site amenities like
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benches and tables. The poured in place unitary surface make this playground the first inclusive
playground in Nappanee.
Argo Elementary (2022)
Owner: Argo Community Schools
Location: 600 Yearick St Argos, IN 46501
Approximate Cost: $190,000
Contact: Ned L. Speicher, Ed S.
Email: nspeichergargos.kl2.in.us
This project included 3 outdoor classroom areas with seating and shade shelters designed for
different age groups and activities. The improvement plan to utilize their space for social
distancing and to improve access for kids of all abilities. The additions and upgrades of
playground equipment included swings, a net climber, a spinning net climber, an inclusive
merry -go -all, and a obstacle course for youth physical fitness. The playground improvement
removed the pea gravel replacing it with more accessible wood fiber. Successfully maximizing
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their budget to create varying levels of challenge for all the ages of kids who use the playground
during school, summer camp, and while siblings' families are visiting the adjacent sports fields.
Weisser Park (2021)
Owner: City of Fort Wayne
Location: 3000 Hanna St., Fort Wayne, IN, 46806
Approximate Cost: $90,000
Contact: David Weadock
Email: David.Weadock&cityoffortwa. nag
The after -school program at the community center at Weisser Park had grown out
of their existing playground. Fort Wayne Parks were looking to update their equipment to
accommodate the growth of their after -school program. The new playground includes
more play value in the compact area and has been designated as a National
Demonstration Site for youth physical fitness.
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Leeper Park (2018)
Owner: City of South Bend
Location: 907 Riverside Dr., South Bend, IN 46616
Approximate Cost: $197,000
Contact: John Martinez
Email: jmartine@southbendin.gov
In 2018, Sinclair Recreation worked on 9 playgrounds for the City of South Bend
as a part of a major overhaul and investment into their park system. The new GameTime
equipment covered both large destination playgrounds, like Leeper Park (images below),
to small neighborhood parks across the city. The additions include ziplines, inclusive
play, and outdoor fitness along the popular trail by the river.
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Kelly Park (2019)
Owner: Warsaw Parks and Recreation
Location: 130 Fawley St., Warsaw, IN
46580
Approximate Cost: $55,000
Contact: Larry Plummer
Phone: (574) 372-9554
Warsaw Parks and Rec have been
awarded grants from GameTime for two
of their latest projects. Warsaw updated
their old playground at Kelly Park
(pictured) and created a pocket park at
Ker. Both playgrounds inspire active
play with varying levels of challenge.
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Cole Center Family YMCA
(2019)
Owner: Cole Center Family YMCA
Location: 700 Garden St., Kendallville, IN 46755
Approximate Cost: $75,000
Contact: Dawn McGahen
Email: DMcGahengkendallville-in.oM
This project was started by 3 young
boys who wanted the place they come to after
school to have a playground. Along with a
supportive adult mentor, they raised the money
and asked the community to help them build a
playground. Sinclair Recreation worked with
the boys to design a playground. Rich Sinclair
and Rocki Stillson served as supervisors
during the community build, supplying the
tools and expertise over 2 days to build the
playground with volunteers from the
community. The boys were able to see the
project through from the beginning to the end.
One interesting item the boys requested was a
piece of equipment that would require
teamwork. The Merry Go All from GameTime
was a perfect fit to meet that request. Users
can work together to spin the wheel, causing
the whirl to spin.
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Drake Goetz Memorial Park (2019)
Owner: Huntington County Community Foundation
Location: 4082 N 350 E, Huntington, IN 46750
Approximate Cost: $238,000
Contact: Dianna Mertz
Phone: (260) 358-7705
A special project in memory of a young man who lost his life, this community
raised over a million dollars to create a park in the country near Huntington. The whole
team at Sinclair Recreation worked on this very special design that has inclusive play
opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. The playground has become a
destination for visitors near and far.
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Former Business names:
None. Diane and Richard Sinclair started Sinclair Recreation on April 1, 2003.
Statement on Staffing Capabilities:
Sinclair Recreation will employee or hire sufficient staff to complete this project.
Sinclair Recreation:
Sinclair Recreation works with contractors and installers that are highly trained in their field.
We require each installer to be trained according to the latest guidelines.
Drug Plan:
See attached.
Bid Bond:
See attached
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Southeast Park Playground Resurfacing
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_Remove and replace poured in place playground surfacing at Southeast
Park.
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