HomeMy WebLinkAboutOpening of Bids - Drewry’s Brewery Phase II - Bottling House Demo Proj No. 119-031D - MRD GroupCITY OF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
CONTRACTOR'S BID FOR PUBLIC WORK
Project Name Drewry's Brewery Cleanup Phase II Bottling House Demolition
Project No. 119-031 D
For Bids Due
July 23, 2024
PART
(Must be completed for all bids. Please type or print)
Date: 07/23/2024 Bidder (Firm): The MRD Group, Inc.
Address: 4777 W. Lincoln Ave
City/State/Zip: West Milwaukee, WI 53219 Telephone Number: ( 414 ) 672-4244
Agent of Bidder (f Applicable): NA
Pursuant to notices given, the undersigned offers to furnish labor and/or material necessary to complete the
public works project of
Demolition of former Drewry's Brewery Bottling House
the City of South Bend, Indiana, in accordance with plans and specifications prepared by:
WDi Architecture Inc.
and dated June 28, 2024 for the sum of (enter the Total Bid as shown on the Proposal)
One Million, Five Hundred Ninty Thousand, Five Hundred and 00/100 ($ 1,590,500.00
)
(Enter sum of Total Base Bid plus Alternates shown on Proposal) (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 by the City of South Bend. If the bid is to be awarded on a unit
basis, the itemization of the units shall be shown on a separate
11attachment.
By o. m.Q A%G.y�2&'
Gerald Blomberg (Signature)
(Printed Name of Person Signing)
ACCEPTANCE
The above bid is accepted this _
Subject to the following conditions:
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
Elizabeth A. Maradik, President
Gary A. Gilot, Member
day of
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Joseph R. Molnar, Vice President
Breana N. Micou, Member
Murray L. Miller, Member Attest: Theresa Heffner, Clerk
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PART it
(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 If 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.
5. 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.
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When the prospective Contractor is unable to cerh'fy 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)
STATE OF Wisconsin )
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Milwaukee COUNTY )
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 § 5-22-16.5-9, 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 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.
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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 leams 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, firms, 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 contract or employment, or any matter directly or indirectly related to contracting
or employment because of race, sex, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, gender expression, gender
identity, sexual orientation, or due to age 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 will consider the Contractor's good faith efforts to obtain participation by those
subcontractors certified by the State of Indiana as a Minority Business C`MBE") or as a Women's Business
Enterprise ("WBE') as a factor in determining the lowest, responsible, responsive bidder.
Contractors seeking the award of a City contract cannot be required to award a subcontract to an MWBE;
however, they may not unlawfully discriminate against said MBE/WBE. On goal -eligible contracts,
Contractors are required to either meet both MBE and WBE utilization goals or demonstrate that the
Contractor has made good faith efforts to obtain participation from MBE and WBE subcontractors. A finding
of noncompliance or a discriminatory practice shall prohibit that Contractor 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 to 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.
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 orfoundry 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
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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 23rd day of JulY 2024
Subscribed and sworn to before me this 22nd
My Commission Expires 05/16/2028
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The MRD Group, Inc.
ContractorBidder Firm
Signature of ContractorBidder o is Agent
Gerald Blomberg, President
Printed Name and Title
-day of July 2024
Notary PuSlic ary Okuprna
Milwaukee
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BID/PROPOSAL
CITY OF SOUTH BEND
Project Name: Drewry's Brewery Cleanup Phase II Bottling House Demolition
Project Number:
119-031 D
For Bids Due:
July 23, 2024
Contractor Name:
The MRD Group, Inc.
BASE BID
Item
No.
Description
Quantity
Unit
Unit Price
Total Amount
Provide a Lump Sum price to perform
1,490,500.00
1,490,500.00
1
the demolition, backfill, grading, and
1
LSUM
seed as intended by these plans and
specifications
2
Environmental Allowance
1
LSUM
$100,000.00
1 $100,000.00
BASE BID TOTAL 1, 5au1500.00
ALTERNATE ITEMS
Item
Description
Quantity
Unit
Unit Price
Total Amount
No.
1
Demolition of Four Silos
1
LSUM
80,000.00
80,000.00
Deduct price for reusing pulverized
1
LSUM
2
masonry and concrete as backfill
140,000.00
140,000.00
Bidder (Firm):
Address:
The MRD Group, Inc.
4777 W. Lincoln Ave
city/State/zipWest Milwaukee, WI 53219Telephone Number: (414 p) 672-4244
By
(Signature)
Gerald Blomberg
(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.
***Goals should be calculated based on the Base Bid only.***
Project Number:
Bidder:
119-031 D
Project Name: Drewry's Brewery Cleanup Phase II Bottling House Demolition
The MRD Group, Inc. Total Bid Amount: 1,590,500.00 MBE Goal: 1.36%
Page 1 of 1
Name 8 Address of MBE
Primary Contact Person
(Name/Telephone)of
Scope of Work to be Performed
(Attach scope/schedule if you need additional space)
Dollar Amount of MBE
Component
Percentage
Total
Bid/Pro osal
1st CLass Logistics, LLC
South Bend, IN
Bernard Coutee
574-993-0071
Trucking of Recyclable Material and Fill Material
79,500
5.0%
Submitted by: Gerald Blomberg 1 07/23/2024
Print Name Signature Date
***Goals should be calculated based on the Base Bid only.***
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CITY OF SOUTH BEND
MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE INCLUSION PROGRAM PLAN eE'
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.
***Goals should be calculated based on the Base Bid only.***
Project Number: 119-031 D Project Name: Drewry's Brewery Cleanup Phase II Bottling House Demolition
Bidder: The MRD Group, Inc. Total Bid Amount: 1,590,500.00 WBE Goal: 4.54%
Page 1 of 1
Name 8 Address of WBE
Primary Contact Person
(NamefFelephone)
Scope of Work to be Performed
(Attach scope/schedule if you need additional space)
Dollar Amount of WBE
Component
Percentage
of Total
Bid/Proposal
Jewel Constracting, LLC
2043 South Bend Ave #236
South Bend, IN 46637
Peri
574-400-9194
Topsoil/ Seeding
79,000.00
5.0%
Submitted by: Gerald Blomberg � A7/23/2024
Print Name Signature Date
***Goals should be calculated based on the Base Bid only.***
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MINORITY AND WOMEN BUSINESS ENTERPRISE INCLUSION PROGRAM PLAN
FORM MBE-2.0 �r /
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: 119-031D Date: 07/23/2024
Project Name: Drewry's Brewery Cleanup Phase II Bottling House Demolition
Bidder: The MRD Group, Inc.
Contact Person: Gerald Blomberg Telephone: 414-399-0377
Address: 4777 W. Lincoln Ave
City: West Milwaukee State: WI Lp: 53219
Email: gozelski Othemrdgroup. net
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: htt://www.in. ov/iidoa/.
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.
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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
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performed by MWBEs, including, where appropriate, breaking out contract work items into
economically feasible units to facilitate MBE participation.
I affirm that I have made good faith efforts to solicit through all reasonable and available
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I affirm that I attended all pre -bid meetings scheduled by the City of South Bend to inform
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I affirm that I advertised in general circulation and/or trade association publications
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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
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sufficient time for MBEs to participate effectively.
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I affirm that I followed up on initial solicitations with interested MBEs.
I affirm that I negotiated with interested MBEs in good faith, including providing such MBEs
with adequate information about the plans, specifications and other requirements of the
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subcontract.
I affirm that I have made good faith efforts to assist interested MBEs in obtaining bonding,
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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
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equipment, supplies, materials, or related assistances or services, where appropriate.
I affirm that I did not reject any M BEs as unqualified without sound business reasons based
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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 j
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:
119-031D
Date: 07/23/2024
Project Name: Drewry's Brewery Cleanup Phase II Bottling House Demolition
Bidder: The MRD Group, Inc.
Contact Person: Joseph Gozelski
Address: 4777 W. Lincoln Ave
City: West Milwaukee
State: WI
Telephone: 414-399-0377
Zip: 53219
Email: gozelski@themrdgroup.net
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: htt :/A~.in. ovldoa/.
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.
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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).
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performed by WBEs, including, where appropriate, breaking out contract work items into
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economically feasible units to facilitate WBE participation.
I affirm that I have made good faith efforts to solicit through all reasonable and available
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I affirm that I attended all pre -bid meetings scheduled by the City of South Bend to inform
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I affirm that I advertised in general circulation and/or trade association publications
concerning subcontract opportunities and allowed WBEs reasonable time to respond to
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such advertisements.
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reasonably calculated to inform WBEs of subcontracting opportunities and allowed
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sufficient time for WBEs to participate effectively.
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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
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necessary equipment, supplies, materials, or related assistances or services, where
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I affirm that I did not reject any WBEs as unqualified without sound business reasons
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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.
'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 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 verity whether any listed
minority -owned business meets the MBE qualifications. Attach additional pages If necessary.
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Project Number: 119-031D MBE Participation Goal 1.36%
Project Name: Drewry's Brewery Cleanup Phase II Bottling House Demolition
Bidder: The
By:
07/23/2024
MBE Firm 1st Class Logistics, LLC
Owner or Contact at MBE Firm Bemard Coutee
Telephone: 574-400-9194 Fax: Email:
TYPE OF WORK SOLICITED FOR THIS PROJECT:
Trucking requirements for hauling and recycling
RESULTS OF CONTACT WITH THE MBE FIRM:
Upon review, this firm is an ideal canidate to assist With the trucking needs of this project.
MBE Firm
Owner or Contact at MBE Firm
Telephone: Fax: Email:
TYPE OF WORK SOLICITED FOR THIS PROJECT:
RESULTS OF CONTACT WITH THE MBE FIRM:
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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.
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Project Number: 119-031D WBE Participation Goal 4.54%
Project Name: Drewry's Brewery Cleanup Phase II Bottling House Demolition
Bidden The MRD Group, Inc.
By. $a President 07/23/2024
(Signature) (Title) (Date)
WBE Firm Jewel Constracting, LLC
Owner or Contact at WBE Firm Peril
Telephone: 574-400-9194 Fax: Email: ped@jewelcontractingllc.com
TYPE OF WORK SOLICITED FOR THIS PROJECT:
Topsoil/ Seeding
RESULTS OF CONTACT WITH THE WBE FIRM:
Firm is qualified and has tentatively agreed to preform the work on this project.
WBE Firm
Owner or Contact at WBE Firm
Telephone: Fax: Email:
TYPE OF WORK SOLICITED FOR THIS PROJECT.
RESULTS OF CONTACT WITH THE WBE FIRM:
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DREWRY'S BREWERY CLEANUP, PHASE II BOTTLING HOUSE DEMOLITION Project No.119-031D to be
performed in South Bend, Indiana.
The MRD Group is looking for and will be accepting bids from Indiana Certified Women Owned (WBE)
and Minority owned (MBE) Enterprizes for Demolition Work and Asbestos Abatement work to be
performed as part of the bid for the:
DREWRY'S BREWERY CLEANUP, PHASE it BOTTLING HOUSE DEMOLITION Project No.119-031D to be
performed in South Bend, Indiana.
All qualified WBE and MBE certified businesses are encouraged to submit bids to us for possible
inclusion within our bid submittal for this project either with firm fixed pricing or line item and hourly
pricing. Prevailing Wages for the State of Indiana apply.
We have attached a copy of the bid specifications for your review.
MRD is looking for temporary fencing, temporary erosion control, safety and site security, utility
disconnection, asbestos abatement, demolition, clearing and grubbing, backfilling and grading, topsoil
and hydroseeding according to the intent of the Plans and Specifications.
We will be looking for bids on temporary fencing, erosion control, utility disconnects, demolition,
asbestos abatement, waste trucking, aggregate and top soil supply, and transpiration of construction
debris.
Please respond with your bid pricing no later than 3:00pm Friday July 19, 2024.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Richard Nickerson
VP — Business Development
The MRD Group
4777 W Lincoln Ave.
West Milwaukee, WI 53219
Cell: (414) 882 — 3802
fax: (414) 672 - 4226
nickerson@themrdgroup.net
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Drewery's Brewery.Phase 11.zip;
The MRD Group is looking for and will be accepting bids from Indiana Certified Women Owned (WBE)
and Minority owned (MBE) €nterprizes for Demolition Work and Asbestos Abatement work to be
performed as part of the bid for the:
DREWRY'S BREWERY CLEANUP, PHASE II BOTTLING HOUSE DEMOLITION Project No.119-031D to be
performed in South Bend, Indiana.
All qualified WBE and MBE certified businesses are encouraged to submit bids to us for possible
Inclusion within our bid submittal for this project either With firm fined pricing be line item and houPly
pricing. Prevailing Wages for the State of Indiana apply.
We have attached a copy of the bid specifications for your review.
MRD is looking for temporary fencing, temporary erosion control, safety and site security, utility
disconnection, asbestos abatement, demolition, clearing and grubbing, backfilling and grading, topsoil
and hydroseeding according to the intent of the Plans and Specifications.
We will be looking for bids on temporary fencing, erosion control, utility disconnects, demolition,
asbestos abatement, waste trucking, aggregate and top soil supply, and transpiration of construction
debris.
Please respond with your bid pricing no later than 3:00pm Friday July 19, 2024.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Richard Nickerson
VP — Business Development
The MRD Group
4777 W Lincoln Ave.
West Milwaukee, WI 53219
Cell: (414) 882 — 3802
fax: (414) 672 - 4226
nickerson@Lhemrdgroup.net
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WBE/MBE Subcontractor Bids for Drewery's Brewery Phase II Bottling House Demolition
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Drewery's Brewery.Phase Il.zip;
The MRD Group is looking for and will be accepting bids from Indiana Certified Women Owned (WBE)
and Minority owned (MBE) Enterprizes for Demolition Work and Asbestos Abatement work to be
performed as part of the bid for the:
DREWRY'S BREWERY CLEANUP, PHASE II BOTTLING HOUSE DEMOLITION Project No.119-031D to be
performed in South Bend, Indiana.
All qualified WBE and MBE certified businesses are encouraged to submit bids to us for possible
Inclusion within our bid submittal for this project either with firm fixed pricing or line item and hourly
pricing. Prevailing Wages for the State of Indiana apply.
We have attached a copy of the bid specifications for your review.
MRD is looking for temporary fencing, temporary erosion control, safety and. site security, utility
disconnection, asbestos abatement, demolition, clearing and grubbing, backfilling and grading, topsoil
and hydroseeding according to the intent of the Plans and Specifications.
We will be looking for bids on temporary fencing, erosion control, utility disconnects, demolition,
asbestos abatement, waste trucking, aggregate and top soil supply, and transpiration of construction
debris.
Please respond with your bid pricing no later than 3:00pm Friday July 19, 2024.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Richard Nickerson
VP — Business Development
The MRD Group
4777 W Lincoln Ave.
West Milwaukee, WI 53219
Cell: (414) 882 — 3802
fax: (414) 672 - 4226
nickerson@themrdgroup.net
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Re: WBE/MBE Subcontractor Bids for Drewery's Brewery Phase II Bottling House
Demolition
peri@jewelcontractingllc.com <peri@jewelcontractingllc.com>
Fri 7/12/2024 7:30 AM
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Hello,
Just wanted to follow up, do you want to add a WBE to your bid proposal?
Thank you
Peri
Jewel Contracting LLC
On 2024-07-08 09:57, nickerson themrdgroup.net wrote:
Our general manager Joe Gozelski will be attending the job walk tomorrow.
Richard Nickerson
VP — Business Development
The MRD Group
4777 W Lincoln Ave.
West Milwaukee, WI 53219
Cell: (414) 882 — 3802
fax: (414) 672 - 4226
nickerson@lhemrdgroup.net
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Sent: Sunday, July 7, 2024 7:05 AM
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Subject: Re: WBE/MBE Subcontractor Bids for Drewery's Brewery Phase II Bottling House Demolition
Hello,
I have looked over the bid info for the Drewrys site. I will be attending the bid conference on
Tuesday the 9th. Will you be there, can we possibly meet and go over details?
Thank you.
Peri Mason
Jewel Contracting LLC
574-400-9194
On 2024-07-03 13:50, nickerson th mr group. net wrote:
The MRD Group is looking for and will be accepting bids from Indiana Certified Women Owned
(WBE) and Minority owned (MBE) Enterprizes for Demolition Work and Asbestos Abatement work to
be performed as part of the bid for the:
DREWRY'S BREWERY CLEANUP, PHASE II BOTTLING HOUSE DEMOLITION Project No. 119-031D to
be performed in South Bend, Indiana.
All qualified WBE and MBE certified businesses are encouraged to submit bids to us for possible
inclusion within our bid submittal for this project either with firm fixed pricing or line item and
hourly pricing. Prevailing Wages for the State of Indiana apply.
We have attached a copy of the bid specifications for your review.
MRD is looking for temporary fencing, temporary erosion control, safety and site security, utility
disconnection, asbestos abatement, demolition, clearing and grubbing, backfilling and grading,
topsoil and hydroseeding according to the intent of the Plans and Specifications.
We will be looking for bids on temporary fencing, erosion control, utility disconnects, demolition,
asbestos abatement, waste trucking, aggregate and top soil supply, and transpiration of
construction debris.
Please respond with your bid pricing no later than 3:OOpm Friday July 19, 2024.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Richard Nickerson
VP — Business Development
The MRD Group
4777 W Lincoln Ave.
West Milwaukee, WI 53219
Cell: (414) 882 — 3802
fax: (414) 672 - 4226
nickerson@Lemrdgroup.net
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WBE Quote - Drewry's Brewery Cleanup Phase II Bottling House Demolition Project - 7-
23-24 - Inspections
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Please find attached our WBE Inspections Quote Letter for the Drewry's Brewery Cleanup
Phase II Bottling House Demolition Project in South Bend, Indiana attached.
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Administrative Assistant/ Human Resources
CMNE
ENVIRONMENTAL
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"A Certified WBE/DBE in Indiana and Kentucky"
Main Office: 921 Keck Avenue
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Re: WBE/MBE Subcontractor Bids for Drewery's Brewery Phase II Bottling House
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Please find our quote attached. Let me know if you have any questions.
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On Wed, Jul 3, 2024 at 1:51 PM nickerson themr group_n_eJ <nickersonCai)themrdgroup.net> wrote:
The MRD Group is looking for and will be accepting bids from Indiana Certified Women Owned (WBE)
and Minority owned (MBE) Enterprizes for Demolition Work and Asbestos Abatement work to be
performed as part of the bid for the:
DREWRY'S BREWERY CLEANUP, PHASE II BOTTLING HOUSE DEMOLITION Project No. 119-031D to be
performed in South Bend, Indiana.
All qualified WBE and MBE certified businesses are encouraged to submit bids to us for possible
inclusion within our bid submittal for this project either with firm fixed pricing or line item and
hourly pricing. Prevailing Wages for the State of Indiana apply.
We have attached a copy of the bid specifications for your review.
MRD is looking for temporary fencing, temporary erosion control, safety and site security, utility
disconnection, asbestos abatement, demolition, clearing and grubbing, backfilling and grading, topsoil
and hydroseeding according to the intent of the Plans and Specifications.
We will be looking for bids on temporary fencing, erosion control, utility disconnects, demolition,
asbestos abatement, waste trucking, aggregate and top soil supply, and transpiration of construction
debris.
Please respond with your bid pricing no later than 3:00pm Friday July 19, 2024.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Richard Nickerson
VP — Business Development
The MRD Group
4777 W Lincoln Ave.
West Milwaukee, WI 53219
Cell: (414) 882 — 3802
fax: (414) 672 - 4226
nickerson@themrdgroup.net
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1316 COUNTY -CITY BUILDING
227 W. JEFFERSON BOULEVARD
SOUTH BEND, INDIANA 46601-1830
Date:
To:
From
Subject
PHONE 574/235-9251
FAx 574'235-9171
TDD 5741235-5567
CITY OF SOUTH BEND, JAMES MUELLER, MAYOR
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
July 17, 2024
All Planholders
Addendum Number: 1
Project Name: Drewry's Brewery Cleanup, Phase II - Bottling House Demolition
Project Number: 119-031 D
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 including with your electronic bid submission.
THIS ADDENDUM MAY AFFECT YOUR BID.
Notes:
The attached documents are hereby added to the Specifications and Contract
Documents and become a part of herein.
Company: The MRD Group Inc.
Authorized Signature:
Date: July 23, 2024
Version 8/11/2020
Bond No.: B 1318103
Selective Insurance Company of America
40 Wantage Avenue
Branchville, New Jersey 07890
973-948-3000
AIA Document A310
BID BOND
KNOW ALL MEN BY THESE PRESENTS, that we
The AM Group, Inc.
4777 W. Lincoln Avenue West Milwaukee, WI 53219 (Here insert full name and address or legal title of contractor)
as Principal, hereinafter called the Principal, and Selective Insurance Company of America
a corporation duly organized under the laws of the State of New Jersey
as Surety, hereinafter called the Surety, are held and firmly bound unto
City of South Bend Indiana, Board of Public Works
731 South Lafayette Blvd South Bend, IN 46601 (Here insert full name and address or legal title of owner)
as Obligee, hereinafter called the Obligee, in the sum of
9/o Percent of the Total Bid (S 5% Percent)
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
Drewry's Brewery Cleanup, Phase ll Bottling House Demolition, Project No. 119-031D
(Here insert full name and address and description of project)
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 material 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 16th day of July 2024
(w imess)
The MRD Group, Inc.
(Pripal (Seal)
, &A
(Title)
SELECTIVE 114SURANCE COMPANY OF
"Printed in cooperation with the American Institute of Architects (AM
language in this document conforms exactly to the language used in AIA Document A3lu, reoruary 19 /u eortton."
AIA DOCUMENT A310•BID BOND-AIA ® • FEBRUARY 1970 ED•THE AMERICAN
INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS,1735 N.Y. AVE., N.W., WASHINGTON, D.C. 20006
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BE UNIQUELY INSUREDBranchville, New Jersey 07890 BoadNO.B 1318103
973-948-3000
POWER OF ATTORNEY
SELECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA, a New Jersey corporation having its principal office at 40
Wantage Avenue, in Branchville, State of New Jersey ("SICA'), pursuant to Article VII, Section 1 of its By -Laws, which
state in pertinent part:
The Chairman of the Board, President, Chief Executive Officer, any Executive Vice President,
any Senior Vice President or any Corporate Secretary may,. from time to time, appoint attorneys
in fact, and agents to act for and on behalf of the Corporation and they may give such appointee
such authority, as his/her certificate of authority may prescribe, to sign with the Corporation's
name and seal with the Corporation's seal, bonds, recognizances, contracts of indemnity and
other writings obligatory in the nature of a bond, recognizance or conditional undertaking, and
any of said Officers may, at any time, remove any such appointee and revoke the power and
authority given him/her.
does hereby appoint Jason A Braatz
,its true and lawful attomey(s)-in-fact, full authority to execute on SICA's behalf fidelity and surety bonds or undertakings
and other documents of a similar character issued by SICA in the course of its business, and to bind SICA thereby as fully
as if such instruments had been duly executed by SICA's regularly elected officers at its principal office, in amounts or
penalties not exceeding the sum of: $15,000,000.00
Signed this 16th day of July 2024
SELECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY OF CQ
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Its SVP, Strategic Business Units,
STATE OF NEW JERSEY :
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COUNTY OF SUSSEX
On this 16th day of July 2024 before me, the undersigned officer, personally appeared Brian Cr„4risky, who
acknowledged himself to be the Sr. Vice President of SICA, and that he, as such Sr. Vice President, beirtg Ii(WeUgq
do, executed the foregoing instrument for the purposes therein contained, by signing the name of the cyduon bylirn�¢
as Sr. Vice President and that the same was his free act and deed the free act and deed of SICATA9�.
Charlene Kimble jTARY PUBLIC
STATEOFNEW JERSEYAVB�.�G
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The power of attorney is signed and sealed by facsimile under and by the authority of the following Resolu[i6H'aduptT d by
the Board of Directors of SICA at a meeting duly called and held on the 6th of February 1987, to wit:
"RESOLVED, the Board of Directors of Selective Insurance Company of America authorizes and approves the use of a
facsimile corporate seal, facsimile signatures of corporate officers and notarial acknowledgements thereof on powers of
attorney for the execution of bonds, recognizances, contracts of indemnity and other writing obligatory in the nature of a
bond, recognizance or conditional undertaking."
CERTIFICATION PA
I do hereby certify as SICA's Corporate Secretary that the foregoing extract of SICA's By -Laws and Reso gq�
force and effect and this Power of Attorney issued pursuant to and in accordance with the By -Laws is vat' a SEAL
Signed this loth day of July 20240 if n n _ �I y��t ,L_ 1928 _.L
Important Notice: If the bond number embedded within the Notary Seal does not match the number in the upper B91� (4-14)
right-hand comer of this Power of Attorney, contact us at 973-948-3000.
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CITYOF SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
CONTRACTOR'S BID FOR PUBLIC WORK
CHECKLIST FOR BIDDERS
Project Name Drewry's Brewery Cleanup Phase II Bottling House Demolition
Project No. 119-031D
For Bids Due July 23, 2024
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
V or Bid Bond.
Bid prepared on the City of South Bend Contractor's Bid for Public Work Form, completely
executed.
Contractor's Non -Collusion and Non -Debarment Affidavit, Certification Regarding Investments
with Iran, Employment Eligibility Verification, Non -Discrimination Commitment, and
�[ Certification of use of United States Steel Products or Foundry Products.
Proof of MMIBE Utilization Plans [MBE-1.0 and WBE-1.0]. Also provide Evidence of Good
Faith Efforts Forms [MBE-2.0 and WBE-2.01 and MMIBE Contacted Forms [MBE-2.1 and
WBE-2,1].
Acknowledge Receipt of 1 Addendum(s) included with the bid.
All required additional information is included with the bid.
Proposal statements and other affidavits all signed by the proper party with name either
J
printed or typed underneath signature.
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: The MRD Group, Inc.
By Authorized Representative:
Signature:
Print Name & Title: Gerald Blomberg President
Version 07/19/2023 Contractor's Bid for Public Works - 1
Date: July 23, 2024
CITY OF -SOUTH BEND, INDIANA
CONTRACTOR'S BID FOR PUBLIC WORK
RESPONSIBLE BIDDER CHECKLIST
Project Name Drewry's Brewery Cleanup, Phase II
Project No. 119-031 D
For Bids Due July 23, 2024
Contractor Name: The MRD Group Inc
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.
**THIS FORM ONLY APPLIES TO BIDS GREATER THAN $260,000. **
INSTRUCTIONS:
If you are a pre -qualified bidder, complete Section I only.
If you are not a pre -qualified bidder, complete Section 11 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-
71 of The Responsible Bidding Ordinance No. 10975-23 (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") 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 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 6-71 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 6-71 of the Responsible Bidding Ordinance no later than the date of the public bid
opening.
Version 520/2024 General Conditions -11
POST BID SUBMISSIONS:
Post -bid submissions must be submitted in accordance with Section 6-72 of the Responsible Bidding
Ordinance. The post -bid submission requirements are as follows:
1. All bidders shall collect, maintain, and provide upon request, a currentwritten 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 ofthe public work project, including individuals
performing work as independent contractors.
2. Each subcontractor, whose portion of the project is estimated to be at least two -hundred fifty
thousand dollars ($250,000.00), 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 submitthe 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 for projects greater than $250,000 and all subcontractors performing work
greater than $250,000 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.
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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.
(iii) By checking this box, I hereby acknowledge that apprenticeship and training
programs that I participate in have graduated at least five (5) apprentices in each
of the past five (5) years.
(iv) _V_ By checking this box, I hereby acknowledge that all subcontractors performing
work greater than $250,000 also meet the qualifications of the Responsible Bidder
Ordinance.
(b) Attach me ts:
(I) Indiana Secretary of State's on-line records Cie. 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) T 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.
(iii) _V_ 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) V 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. This includes, but may not be limited
to, letters from apprenticeship coordinators detailing the bidder's association with
the program, and the United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship
Certificates of Registration of Apprenticeship Programs for each type of work to be
performed on the project.
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H. PRE -QUALIFICATION CHECKLIST (FOR BIDDERS THAT ARE NOT PRE -QUALIFIED)
(a) Acknowledgements:
(i) _ By checking this box, I hereby acknowledge that I am not a pre -qualified bidder
with the City of South Bend.
(ii) _ 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) _ 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 anytime and shall be furnished
upon request.
(iv) _ 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.
(v) _ By checking this box, I hereby acknowledge that apprenticeship and training
programs that I participate in have graduated at least five (5) apprentices in each
of the past five (5) years.
(vi) _ By checking this box, I hereby acknowledge that all subcontractors performing
work greater than $250,000 also meet the qualifications of the Responsible Bidder
Ordinance.
(b) Attachments:
(i)
Indiana Secretary of State's on-line records (ie. Business verification) dated within
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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).
List identifying all former business names.
Any determinations by a court or governmental agency any violations of federal
state, 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)
years.
Statement about staffing capabilities, including labor sources. This statement
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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)
Statement that individuals who will perform work on the public work project on my
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behalf will be properly classified as an employee or as an independent contractor
under all applicable state and federal laws and local ordinances.
(v)
For every project, submit evidence of participation in apprenticeship and training
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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. This includes, but may not be limited
to, letters from apprenticeship coordinators detailing the bidder's association with
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the program, and the United States Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship
Certificates of Registration of Apprenticeship Programs for each type of work to be
performed on the project.
(vi) _ 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.
(vii) _ 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.
(viii) _ 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.
(ix) _ 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.
Date: July 23, 2024
(Sign Here)
Gerald Blomberg
(Print Name Here)
The MRD Group, Inc.
(Name of Company)
4777 W. Lincoln Ave
(Address of Company)
West Milwaukee
(City)
Wisconsin
(State)
414-672-4244
(Telephone Number)
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Zack Hurst
Senior Project Manager
City of South Bend
227 W. Jefferson Blvd.
South Bend, IN 46601
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RE: Response Statement Letter for Items Listed Within Your Pre -Qualification
Checklist for Bidders That Are Not Pre -Qualified
Dear Mr. Hurst/City of South Bend,
The MRD Group provided you with a complete Pre -Qualification Package previously for
the submission of our bid for the South Bend Medical Foundation which assume was
satisfactory as we were chose as the winning bidder for this project and are current out
on site performing this project.
We did not, however, receive a letter from the City of South Bend saying that we are on
the Pre -Qualified Bidders List.
With this in mind, I am submitting all the information that is required for the Pre -Qualified
Bidders as is required by the bid specification.
Please find attached:
1. Required Business Verification documentation from the State of Indiana dated
within 60 days of our submission.
2. Statement of Proof of Competency & Qualification of Bidder
3. List of projects of Similar size and work scope.
4. The Demolition of the South Bend Medical Foundation site will be the first job
performed in Indiana where the MRD Group will be employing Construction Craft
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Labor Apprentices. We will provide proper documentation that meets the values
and requirements of MRD's Standard of Apprenticeship Program for Construction
Craft Labor as per the program that we submitted to the US Department of Labor
(USDOL) earlier this year. We continue to follow up with the USDOL on status
but have been told by phone that the Program is still under review. We will
however adhere to the program and use apprentices as per our program. If
awarded this project, we will use apprentices on this project as well.P
We respectfully submit this documentation as proof of compliance with all the required
acknowledgements, statements, and required information submittals.
Sincejsly; "---. -
Richard' Nickerson
VP — Business Development
(414) 882 — 3802
nickerson@themrdgroup.net
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Business Detalls
Business Namc: THE AIRD GROUP, INC.
Entity Type: Foreign For-ProOt Corporation
Creation Date: 03/96/2023
Principal Office Address: 4777 W. Lincoln Avenue, W Milwaukee, WI,
53219, USA
Jurisdiction of Formwiun: Wisconsin
Original Fonnatiun Date: 03/31/1997
Title Name
Address
BUSINESS INFORMATION'
DIEGO MORALES
INDIANA SECRETARY OF STATE
0424/2024 12:01 PM
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Business ID: 202303061670163
Business Status. Active
Inactive Date:
Expiration Date: Perpetual
Business Entity Report Due 03/31/2025
Date:
Years Due:
President Gerald Blomberg W2568 Oakbrook Ct., Appleton. WI, 54915.. USA
Reillsten ItsQ Agent ea�tormatlon 1
Type. Business Commercial Registered Agent
Name: REGISTERED AGENTS INC
Address. 5534 Saint Joe Road, Fort Wayne, IN, 46835, USA
State of Indiana
Office of the Secretary of State
CERTIFICATE OF EXISTENCE
To Whom These Presents Come, Greeting:
I, DIEGO MORALES, Secretary of State of Indiana, do hereby certify that I am, by virtue of the laws of
the State of Indiana, the custodian of the corporaterecords and the proper official to execute this
certificate. _
i further certify that records of this'office disclose,that `
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THE MRD GROUP, INC.
duty filed the requisite documents to commencebasiness activities under the favirs of'the State of
Indiana on March 06, 2023, and was in existence or,authorized to transact business irMa State of
Indiana on May 21, 2024. r
I further certify -this Foreign For -Profit Corporation has filed its most recent report required by Indiana
law with the Secretary of State, or is not yet 'required to file such report, and;that-no notice of
withdrawal, dissolution, or expiration has been filed or taken place. All fees, takes, interest, and
penalties owed to Indiana by the domestic or'fdreign entity and collected by the Secretary of State
have been paid.
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In Witness. Whereof, I have caused to be affixed my
signature and the seal of the State of Indiana, at the City
of Indianapolis, May 21, 2024
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DIEGO MORALES
SECRETARY OF STATE
202303061670163 / 20243780963
All certificates should be validated here: https://bsd.sos.in.gov/ValtdateCertificate
Expires on June 20, 2024.
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PROOF OF COMPETENCY AND QUALIFICATION OF THE BIDDER
The MRD Group is a 37-year-old Demolition, Asbestos Abatement, Remediation, and Asset
Management company doing business out of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. While our major focus is
on performing work within the Great Lakes Region, we can and have performed projects all
over the country.
Gerald Blomberg is the sole owner of The MRD Group and on April 1,1987, Mr. Blomberg
incorporated the company into an S Corporation. In addition to being the Corporate President,
he also acts as the company s Corporate Secretary as well.
In addition to Gerald's everyday "hands on" leadership, the MRD Group has a General Manager
(Joe Gozelski) that oversees all bidding, contracting, and company operations; a Vice President
of Business Development (Richard Nickerson) that coordinates project opportunities, writes
contracts and makes sure all prerequisite documentation and licensing is in order for each bid,
and also doubles as our environmental specialist; and a Manager of Recycling Operations
(Steve Lewinski) who coordinates all trucking, metals recycling, equipment movements and
doubles as our in-house Chief Financial Officer. We also have 6 others that serve as our Site
Superintendents in the field.
For over 3 % decades, The MRD Group has been providing complete abatement, demolition,
and site restoration services to some of our nation's largest companies. Projects have included
complete Power Plants, Paper Mills, Foundries, and high-rise buildings.
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY AND BUSINESS HISTORY
The MRD Group began in 1975 when Gerald Blomberg created Midwest Rail Dismantlement to
remove railroad track lines and perform some simple demolition operations for the Milwaukee
Lines on several sites in Wisconsin. This continued for nearly 10 years. As this company grew in
competence and experience, Mr. Blomberg realized that in order to remain competitive in this
fast-growing industry, the company needed to diversify.
Over the next several years, Mr. Blomberg added an asbestos and lead abatement group to its
services portfolio and invested a large portion the company's revenue back into the company
in the form of machinery, personnel, recycling site compounds, and office spaces. The
company has now grown from its humble beginnings into a company with over 65 personnel
and over 45 pieces of heavy demolition and abatement equipment.
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As the company has continued to grow, Mr. Blomberg has added a construction division, a
concrete and asphalt crushing operation, and maintains 50% ownership of Knapp Railroad
Builders. These are the divisions of what is now known as The MRD Group.
Today, our focus is on specialized demolitions, like complex high-rise structures, complete mall
centers, baseball stadiums, paper mills, power plants, foundries, and numerous other industrial
and commercial centers. as well as city, county and state schools and office buildings. These are
the types of jobs that only a select group demolition companies nationwide can handle
proficiently.
We want to be that "go -to company" when you have a job that seems impossible or has site
specific operations requirements that need to be strictly adhered to in order to keep adjacent
or adjoining businesses open during abatement or demolition activities.
We have experience where experience counts. When projects are in close proximity to other
on -going business operations that need to stay open and unimpeded, we coordinate and
maintain required access roadways and utilities to keep them operational. We work with the
neighborhoods, businesses, and the communities we service to keep them informed and happy.
With over 37 years of operational experience behind us, it enables us to be proactive with our
customers. To think "outside the box" using innovation and creative thinking to solve problems
that other contractors won't anticipate on behalf of our clients.
We have learned that there is no question that cannot or should not be asked in order to be
clear and concise as to what the job scope requires and what the client expectations are going
forward. When we're communicating and working together, there is no problem or obstacle
that cannot be solved.
ASSETS
The MRD Group's owns and has its corporate offices. warehouses and yard on over 8.5 acres of
land located at 4777 W. Lincoln Avenue in West Milwaukee. Wisconsin. Our complex
encompasses:
e 100.000 SF of warehousing in which we perform ferrous and non-ferrous metal recycling
recovered from our various demolition projects.
e 10.000 SF of offices
e Open and fenced yards for storage of all our heavy equipment, storage trailers, and
numerous pieces of ancillary equipment needed for asbestos and demolition project sites.
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The MRD Group also owns and operates concrete and asphalt recycling facilities on 12 acres of
property located at 3295 Townsend Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It produces over 300,000 tons
annually of crushed spec product for the City of Milwaukee.
The following is a list of our current heavy machinery: All of MRD's Equipment listed
below is routinely serviced, maintained, and in good and operational
condition.
MRD Equipment List
2001
Grapple Bucket
2005
Allied Hammer 750cs
1995
Liebharr 932 HD Excavator
1995
Liebharr 932A Excavator
1995
Liebherr922 Excavator
1971
Caterpillar D9 Dozer
2017
Caterpillar 242D AGSP Skid Steer
2018
Caterpillar 242D AGSP Skid Steer
2018
Caterpillar 242D AGSP Skid Steer
2018
Caterpillar 242D AGSP Skid Steer
2018
Caterpillar 242D AGSP Skid Steer
2018
Caterpillar 242D AGSP Skid Steer
1989
Caterpillar 245-8 Excavator
1977
Caterpillar 9808 Excavator
1995
La Bounty UP50 Processor
1995
La Bounty R50 Shear
1990
Brokk 250 Robot Excavator
2008
Thermo Niton XLT 895 Alloy
2000
Genie Boom Lift 40'-46'
2007
Komatsu Forklift WHSE 5000
2004
Caterpillar TELEHANDLER Forklift
2004
Caterpillar 320CLU Excavator
2008
Genesis Mobile Shear (INCL W320) (Genesis GXP200R) SN:325
1999
Allied Hammer
2007
Walk Behind Skid Loader Dingo TX420 W. Hammer
2000
Sky Jack Scissor Lift, Gas/Propane Model No. 8841
2D06
Caterpillar 330CL
2007
Caterpillar MP 20 Main Unit
MP 20 Pulverizer Jaw Set
LCaterpillar
Caterpillar MP 20 Steel Shear Set
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2007
Caterpillar MP 20 Plate Shear
1990
D4 Dozer
2006
Caterpillar 320 Excavator
2013
Labounty CP 120 Muncher
2012
Labounty CP80 Muncher
2010
Labounty CP80 Muncher
2017
Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader 242D
2018
Caterpillar Skid Steer Loader 242D
2007
Cat 345CL Excavator Machine
2016
Cat 336 FL Excavator With Bucket
2018
Kripto Klaw Bucket
2016
Caterpillar 336F HT WITH Kripto Klaw Bucket ( $25k value
included )
2017
Liehberr LH 40 M Material handler with magnet & grapple
2016
Dooson 35OLC-5 Excavator
2021
Fortress FS75R Shear
2022
FortressFC25 Shear/Cracker
2011
Komatsu PC450LC-8 High Reach Excavator
PROJECTS/REFERENCES/EPERIENCE
1. Project: Clearwater Paper Mill
Neenah, Wisconsin
Description: Asbestos abatement of 1.2M SF Paper Mill for performing a complete
interior demolition and gut out of all processing and manufacturing equipment and
machinery leaving the client with a usable warehousing facility. Completed Jan. 2024.
a. Owner/Client Tom Kuber KK Integrated Logistics
b. Phone: (715)923-6304-
c. Email
d. Contract Value: $2.4M
2. Project: Kimberly Pulp & Paper Mill
Kimberly, Wisconsin
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Description: Asbestos abatement and complete demolition of Paper Mill built in 1914.
The site was completely demolished and restored before turning it over to the city of
Kimberly for redevelopment. Completed in
a. Owner/Client: Village of Kimberly, WI
b Owner's Agent: McMahon Engineering
C. Contact: Brad Werner, Principle
d. Phone: (920) 858-6072 ii.
e. Email::.. ,
f. Contract Value: $1.5M
3. Project: St. Joseph's Hospital
603 St. josephs Avenue
Marshfield, Wisconsin
Description: A complete asbestos abatement was performed prior to the complete
demolition of an 80,000 SF 6 story Hospital complex. Site restoration was performed to
leave the clinic with a site suitable for rebuilding a new facility! Completed Jan. 2022
a. Owner: Marshfield Clinic Health System, Inc.
b. Contact: Mitchell Larson, Director of Building Services
C. Phone: (715) 389-5134 ii.
d. Email: 61L[dmarshfleldchnicorg
e. Contract Value: $1.2M
4. Project: Hill Farms State Transportation Building
Madison, Wisconsin
Description: Demolition of 400,000 SF 9 story office building for the State of Wisconsin.
Over 43,800 tons of concrete, 2,450 tons of scrap metal, and 1,916 tons of rebar were
recycled. Completed in
a. Project Manager: Smith Gilbane
b. Project Executive: John Gilroy
C. Phone: (414) 287 - 2610
d. Email: - om
e. Contract Value: $3.8M
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5. Project: East High School
Madison, WI
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Description: Asbestos abatement and interior gut out for planned redevelopment at the
high school. This is a three-year project that began in 2022.
a. Owner: Madison Metropolitan School District
b. Contact: Anthony Grimm
C. Phone: (608) 438 — 5562
d. Email:
e. Contract Value: $5.15M plus on -going change orders.
6. Project: Hoyt/Capital High School
Madison, WI
Description: Completed Nov. 2023
a. Owner: Madison Metropolitan School District
b. Contact: Anthony Grimm
c. Phone: (608) 438 — 5562
d. Email:
e. Contract Value: $ 336,900.00.
7. Project: LaFollette High School
Madison, WI
Description: Completed Aug. 2021
a. Owner: Madison Metropolitan School District
b. Contact: Anthony Grimm
c. Phone: (608) 438 — 5562
d. Email: .,c rimm@madison*12.wi.us
e. Contract Value: S 257,860.00.
8. Project: UW — Eau Clair
Eau Claire, WI
Description: Demolition and asbestos abatement of dormitory building. Completed in
October 2022.
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a. Owner: State of Wisconsin, Dept. of Administration, Division of Facilities Dept.
b. Contact: Brett Jungen
C. Phone: p: (608) 267 — 7993 c: (608) 635 — 5092
d. Email: brett.lunpen@wlsconsin.gov
e. Contract Value: $ 1,138,000.00
9. Project: Cottage 16 Veteran Affairs/Wisconsin Veterans Home
Union Grove, WI
Demolition and asbestos abatement of Wisconsin Veteran Living Quarters. Completed in
October 2022.
a. Owner: State of Wisconsin, Dept. of Administration, Divisions of Facility Dept.
b. Contact: Brett Jungen
C. Phone: p: (608) 267 — 7993 c: (608) 635 — 5092
d. Email: rett.iun cnnwisconsin.eov
e. Contract Value: $ 469,740.00
10. Project: Contract ft23BM-01C Asbestos Abatement and Demolition
Wausau, WI
Description: Complete asbestos abatement and demolition of warehousing building.
Completed in July 2023
a. Owner: County of Marathon, Facilities & Capital Management Department
b. Contact: Craig Christians
C. Phone: (715) 261-6987
d. Contract Value: $ 409,000.00
11. Project: Bellwood Apartments
Milwaukee, WI
Asbestos abatement and demolition of apartment complex. Completed Dec. 2022
a. Owner: Wiegand Investments 624, LLC
b. Contact: Rick Wiegand
C. Phone: (414) 345 — 5000
d. Email: vvaukec_curn
e. Contract Value: $20S,200.00
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12. Project: Razing of Former Horizon West Condominium High Rise Complex
Waukesha, Wisconsin
Description: Asbestos abatement and complete demolition of a 6-Story high rise
building that was condemned by the City of Waukesha.
a. Owner/Consultant: Intertek-PSI
b. Contact: Matthew Geldmeyer, Environmental Consultant,
C. Phone: (414) 477 - 0547
d. Email: ligeldmeyer(a)gmail com
e. Contract Value: $1.2M
f. Project completed May 2024
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Single Employer
Sponsor Information Edit
The LARD Group
4777W. YRnin Avenue
W MlMaukee, WI W19
Milwaukee County
Sponsor Contact Information Edit
Richard Nickerson
4777 W. LuxRln Avenue
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(414)882-3802
nickersongathemrdgroup. net
Complaint Contact Information Edit
The sponsor contact will be acting as the
complaint contact.
Occupation Information
CONSTRUCTION CRAFT LABORER
CONSTRUCTION CRAFT LABORER
O-NET SOC Code 47-2061 00 RANDS Code (OW HY)
Standards Information
Complaint Contact Information Edit
The sponsor contarr MR be acting as the
complaint contact
Minimum Qualifications Edit
A valid driver's license is required
An apprentice must be at least Lg years of age
There is an educational requirement of: GED or
High School Diphsma
There is a physical requirement of. Must be in
good physical condition and capable or lifting at
least 50 lbs.
II There are no aptitude tests
ew There are no other qualilicanons
Related Training Plan Edit
Apprentices will be paid for hours spent ascending
related training plan classes
Previous Experience Edit
There are no additional requirements for an
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These "Apprenticeship Standards comply with Title 29 CFR parts 29 and 30.
The legal requirements related to apprenticeship that apply to registerd
apprenticeship programs are contained In 29 U.S.C. 50 and Title 29, CFR parts
parts 29 and 30. Every effort has been made to ensure that the information
Apprenticeship Standards is accurate and up-to-date.
Foreword ......................
Definitions ....................
SECTION 1.
SECTION If.
SECTION 111.
SECTION IV.
SECTION V.
SECTION VI.
SECTION VII.
SECTION Vill.
SECTION IX.
SECTION X.
SECTION XI,
SECTION XII.
SECTION XIII.
SECTION XIV.
SECTION XV.
SECTION XVI.
SECTION XVII.
SECTION XVIII.
SECTION XIX.
SECTION XX.
SECTION XXI.
SECTION XXII.
SECTION XXIII.
SECTION XXIV.
SECTION XXV.
SECTION XXVI.
SECTION XXVII.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Program Administration...................................................................1
Equal Opportunity Pledge...............................................................
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Affirmative Action Plan....................................................................
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Qualifications for Apprenticeship.....................................................
3
Selection of Apprentices................................................................. 4
Apprenticeship Agreement.............................................................. 4
Ratio of Apprentices to Joumeyworkers..........................................
5
Term of Apprenticeship...................................................................5
Probationary Period........................................................................
5
Hoursof Work................................................................................. 6
Apprentice Wage Progression........................................................ 6
Credit for Previous Experience ........................................................ 6
WorkExperience............................................................................. 7
RelatedInstruction.......................................................................... 7
Safety and Health Training.............................................................. 8
Supervision of Apprentices............................................................. 8
Records and Examinations............................................................. 9
Maintenance of Records................................................................. 9
Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship ................................... 9
Notice to Registration Agency.......................................................10
Cancellation and Deregistration....................................................10
Amendments and Modifications....................................................10
Adjusting DifferenceslComplaint Procedure..................................11
Collective Bargaining Agreement..................................................12
Transfer of an Apprentice and Training Obligations ......................12
Responsibilities of the Apprentice.................................................13
Technical Assistance ....................................................................14
FOREWORD
These Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) Apprenticeship
Standards have as their objective, the training of Construction Craf Laborers skilled
in all phases of their industries. The JATC recognizes that in order to accomplish this,
there must be well -developed on-the-job learning combined with related instruction.
This recognition has resulted in the development of these Standards of Apprenticeship.
They were developed in accordance with the basic standards recommended by the U S.
Department of Labor, Office of Apprenticeship, as a basis from which JATCs can work
to establish an apprenticeship training program that meets the particular needs of the
area.
APPRENTICE: Any individual employed by the employer meeting the qualifications
described in the Standards of Apprenticeship who has signed an Apprenticeship
Agreement with the local Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee (JATC) providing
for training and related instruction under these Standards, and who is registered with
the Registration Agency.
APPRENTICE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION (AER): Is an electronic too[ that allows
for instantaneous transmission of apprentice data for more efficient registration of
apprentices and provides Program Sponsors with a faster turnaround on their
submissions and access to their apprenticeship program data.
APPRENTICESHIP AGREEMENT: The written agreement between the apprentice and
the Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee setting forth the responsibilities and
obligations of all parries to the Apprenticeship Agreement with respect to the
Apprentice's employment- and training under these Standards. Each Apprenticeship
Agreement must be registered with the Registration Agency.
APPRENTICESHIP COMMITTEE (COMMITTEE): Apprenticeship Committee
(Committee) means those persons designated by the sponsor to act as an agent for the
sponsor in the administration of the program. A committee may be either joint or non
joint as follows.
(1) A joint committee is composed of an equal number of representatives of the
employer(s) and of the employees represented by a bona fide collective
bargaining agent(s).
CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION OF APPRENTICESHIP: The Certificate of
Completion of Apprenticeship issued by the Registration Agency to those registered
apprentices certified and documented as successfully completing the apprentice training
requirements outlined in these Standards of Apprenticeship.
COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT: The negotiated agreement between the
apprentice and the employer that sets forth the terms and conditions of employment.
COORDINATOR: Means the person designated by the JATC to perform the duties
stated in the standards of apprenticeship.
ELECTRONIC MEDIA: Media that utilize electronics or electromechanical energy for
the end user (audience) to access the content; and includes, but is not limited to,
electronic storage media, transmission media, the Internet, extranet, lease lines, dial -up
lines, private networks, and the physical movement of removable/transportable
electronic media and/or interactive distance learning.
EMPLOYER Means any person or organization employing an apprentice whether or
not such person or organization is a party to an Apprenticeship Agreement with the
apprentice.
HYBRID OCCUPATION: The hybrid approach measures the Individual apprentice's
skill acquisition through a combination of specified minimum number of hours of on -the -
job -Teaming and the successful demonstration of competency as described in a work
process schedule.
JOB CORPS CENTERS: Any of the Federally -funded Job Corps Centers throughout
the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Job Corps annually serves approximately 65,000 youth and
young adults between 18-24 years of age. Sponsors who wish to hire Job Corps
graduates trained in any occupation covered under these Standards, and who meets
the minimum qualifications for apprenticeship, may do so via the Direct Entry provision
described in Appendix D Selection Procedures. (if applicable)
JOURNEYWORKER: A worker who has attained a level of skill, abilities and
competencies recognized within an industry as having mastered the skills and
competencies required for the occupation. (Use of the term may also refer to a mentor,
technician, specialist or other skilled worker who has documented sufficient skills and
knowledge of an occupation, either through formal apprenticeship or through practical
on-the-job experience and formal training.)
O*NETSOC CODE: The Occupational Information Network (O*NET) codes and tides
are based on the new Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system mandated by
the federal Office of Management and Budget for use in collecting statistical Information
on occupations. The O*NET classification uses an 8-digit O*NET-SOC code. Use of
the SOC classification as a basis for the 0*NET codes ensures that O*NET Information
can be readily linked to labor market information such as occupational employment and
wage data at the national, State, and local levels.
ON-THE-JOB LEARNING (OJQ Tasks learned on the job in which the apprentice
must become proficient before a completion certificate is awarded. The [earning must
be through structured, supervised work experience.
PROGRAM SPONSOR: The local Joint Apprenticeship and Training Committee in
whose name the Standards of Apprenticeship will be registered, and which will have the
full responsibility for administration and operation of the apprenticeship program.
The Federal system which provides for the automated collection, retention,
retrieval and summarization of information related to apprentices and
ship programs.
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REGISTRATION AGENCY: Means the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of
Apprenticeship or a recognized State Apprenticeship Agency that has responsibility for
registering apprenticeship programs and apprentices; providing technical assistance;
conducting reviews for compliance with Title 29, CFR parts 29 and 30 and quality
assurance assessments.
RELATED INSTRUCTION. An organized and systematic form of instruction designed
to provide the apprentice with the knowledge of the theoretical and technical subjects
related to the apprentice's occupation. Such instruction may be given in a classroom,
through occupational or industrial courses, or by correspondence courses of equivalent
value, electronic media, or other forms of self -study approved by the Registration
Agency.
STANDARDS OF APPRENTICESHIP: This entire document including all appendices
and attachments hereto, and any future modifications or additions approved by the
Registration Agency.
SUPERVISOR OF APPRENTICE(S): An individual designated by the program sponsor
to supervise or have charge and direction of an apprentice.
TIME -BASED OCCUPATION: The time -based approach measures skill acquisition
through the individual apprentice's completion of at least 2,000 hours of on-the-job
learning as described in a work process schedule. (if applicable)
TRANSFER: A shift of apprenticeship agreement from one program to another or from
one employer within a program to another employer within that same program, where
there is agreement between the apprentice and the affected apprenticeship committee
or program sponsor.
YOUTHBUILD U.S.A.: YouthBuild is a youth and community development program that
simultaneously addresses core issues facing low-income communities: housing,
education, employment, crime prevention, and leadership development. In YouthBuild
programs, low-income young people ages 16-24 work toward their GED or high school
diploma, learn job skills and serve their communities by building affordable housing, and
transform their own lives and roles in society. (if applicable)
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SECTION 1. - PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION (SAMPLE)
Program Sponsors, at their discretion, may establish an Apprenticeship Training
Committee (ATC) to carry out the responsibilities and duties required of a Program
Sponsor as described in these Standards of Apprenticeship. If an ATC is established
by the Program Sponsor, a list of the membership and the areas of expertise they
represent must be provided to the Registration Agency. While the Office of
Apprenticeship recommends that Program Sponsors utilize the services of an ATC, a
Sponsor may also elect to administer the program without the services of an ATC.
Structure of the Joint Apprenticeship and Tralnlnp Committee (JATC)
A. Members of the JATC will be selected by the groups they represent.
B. Membership will be composed of an equal number of representatives of
the employer(s) and of the employees represented by a bona fide
collective bargaining agent(s).
C. Technical Assistance - such as that from the U.S. Department of Labor,
Office of Apprenticeship, State Apprenticeship Agencies, and vocational
schools - may be requested to advise the JATC.
Administrative Procedures:
A. The JATC will elect a Chairperson and a Secretary, and will determine the
time and place of regular meetings which will take place every 6 months.
B. The Chairperson and Secretary will have the power to vote on all
questions affecting apprenticeship.
C. When, in any year, the Chairperson of the JATC is a representative of the
employer, then the Secretary will be a representative of the Union, or vice
versa.
Responsibilities of the Joint Apprenticeship and Tralnina Committee:
A. Cooperate in the selection of apprentices as outlined in this program.
B. Ensure that apprentices are under written Apprenticeship Agreements and
register the local apprenticeship standards and agreements with the
appropriate Registration Agency.
C. Review and recommend apprenticeship activities in accordance with this
program.
D. Establish the minimum standards of education and experience required of
apprentices using the recognized national standard as the minimal
requirement on which all new standards are based.
E. Meet at least every four months to review records and progress of each
apprentice in training and recommend improvement or modification in
training schedules, schooling and other training activities. Written minutes
of the meeting will be kept.
F. Determine the quality and quantity of experience on the job which
apprentices should have and to make every effort toward their obtaining it.
The national guidelines must be used as the minimum reference criteria
for on the job requirements.
G. Near and resolve all complaints of violation of Apprenticeship Agreements.
N. Arrange assessments and evaluations for determining the apprentice's
progress in manipulative skills and technical knowledge.
I. Maintain a record of all apprentices, showing their education, experience,
and progress in learning the occupation.
J. Determine the physical fitness of qualified applicants to perform the work
of the occupation that may require a medical examination prior to their
employment as apprentices.
K. Advise apprentices on the need for accident prevention and provide
instruction with respect to safety in the workplace.
L. Certify to the local union and management that apprentices have
successfully completed their apprenticeship program.
M. Notify the appropriate Registration Agency of all new apprentices to be
registered, credit granted, suspensions for any reason, reinstatements,
extensions, completions and cancellations with explanation of causes and
notice of completions of Apprenticeship Agreements.
N. Supervise all the provisions of the local standards and be responsible, in
general, for the successful operation of the standards by performing the
duties here, Iisted by cooperating with public and private agencies which
can be of assistance by obtaining publicity to develop public support of
apprenticeship and by keeping in constant touch with all parties
concerned; apprentices, employers and journeyworkers.
O. Provide apprentices with a copy of the written rules and policies and the
apprentice will sign an acknowledgment receipt of same. This procedure
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SECTION 11. - EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PLEDGE — Title 29 CFR 29.5(b)(21) and
30.3(b)
The recruitment, selection, employment, and training of apprentices during their
apprenticeship, shall be without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national
origin, age, or sex. The JATC will take affirmative action to provide equal opportunity in
apprenticeship and will operate the apprenticeship program as required under Title 29
of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), part 30, as amended (insert state regulations
here, if applicable).
SECTION Ill. -AFFIRMATIVE ACTION PLAN —Title 29 CFR 29.5(b)(21) and 30.4
If the Sponsor employs five or more apprentices, the local JATC will adopt an
Affirmative Action Plan and Selection Procedures as required under Title 29, CFR, part
30. It will be attached as Appendix C.
— Title 29 CFR 29.5(b)(10)
Applicants will meet the following minimum qualifications:
A. Age
The JATC will establish qualifications regarding minimum age limits. (Applicant
must provide evidence of minimum age respecting any applicable State Laws or
regulations.) Apprentices must not be less than 16 years of age.
B. Education
A high school diploma or GED equivalency is required. Applicant must provide an
official transcript(s) for high school and post high school education and training.
All GED records must be submitted if applicable.
Applicants must submit a DD-214 to verify military training and/or experience if
they are a veteran and wish to receive consideration for such training/experience.
C. Physical
Applicants will be physically capable of performing the essential functions of the
apprenticeship program, with or without a reasonable accommodation, and
without posing a direct threat to the health and safety of the Individual or others.
Applicants will pass a [physical agility test, fitness test, or screen for the current
Illegal use of drugs (Cocaine, marijuana, methamphstamines) on acceptance
into the program and prior to being employed.
D. Aptitude Test
All applicants must pass each section of (INSERT TEST IF APPLICABLE).
E. Others
As appropriate.
SECTION V. - SELECTION OF APPRENTICES — Title 29 CFR 30.5
Selection into the apprenticeship program will be in accordance with the selection
procedures made a part of these Standards (Appendix D).
SECTION VI. - APPRENTICESHIP AGREEMENT —Title 29 CFR 29.3(d) and (e) and
29.5(b)(11)
After an applicant for apprenticeship has been selected, but before employment as an
apprentice or enrollment in related instruction, the apprentice will be covered by a
written apprenticeship agreement (Appendix B) signed by the JATC and the apprentice
and approved by and registered with the Registration Agency. Such agreement will
contain a statement making the terms and conditions of these standards a part of the
agreement as though expressly written therein. A copy of each Apprenticeship
Agreement will be furnished to the apprentice, the JATC, the Registration Agency, and
the employer and the union, if appropriate.
An additional copy of the Apprenticeship Agreement will be provided to the Veteran's
State Approving Agency for those veteran apprentices desiring access to any benefits
to which they are entitled.
Prior to signing the Apprenticeship Agreement, each selected applicant will be given an
opportunity to read and review these Standards, the JATC's written rules and policies,
the Apprenticeship Agreement and the sections of the Collective Bargaining Agreement
(CBA) that pertain to apprenticeship.
The Registration Agency will be advised within forty-five (45) days of the execution of
each Apprenticeship Agreement and will be given all the information required for
registering the apprentice.
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—Title 29 CFR
A numeric ratio of apprentices to journeyworkers consistent with proper supervision,
training, safety, and continuity of employment and applicable provisions in collective
bargaining agreements, except where such ratios are expressly prohibited by the
collective bargaining agreements. This ratio should provide the number of Construction
Craft Laborers or Home Performance Laborers necessary for the future needs of the
employer_ The ratio language must be specific and clearly described as to its
application on the job site, workforce, department or plant. The ratio of apprentices to
joumeyworkers will be three apprentices to one joumeyworker.
SECTION Vlll. - TERM OF APPRENTICESHIP — Title 29 CFR 29.5(b)(2)
Construction Craft Laborer
The term of the Construction Craft Laborer occupation will be approximately two years
with an on-the-job learning (OJL) attainment of 4,000 — 5,100 hours supplemented by
the required hours of related instruction as stated on the Sample Work Process
Schedule and Related Instruction Outline (Appendix A). Full credit will be given for the
probationary period.
Home Performance Laborer
The term of the Home Performance Laborer Apprenticeship Program will be
approximately two years with an on-the-job Teaming (OJL) attainment of 2,000 hours
supplemented by the required hours of related instruction as stated on the Sample Work
Process Schedule and Related Instruction Outline (Appendix A). Full credit will be given
for the probationary period.
SECTION IX. - PROBATIONARY PERIOD — Title 29 CFR 29.5(b)(8), (b)(20)
All applicants selected for apprenticeship will serve a probationary period. Applicants In
the Construction Craft Laborer apprenticeship will serve a probationary period not less
than the 500 hours of OJL or one-year (1), whichever is shorter.
Applicants in the Home Performance Laborer apprenticeship will serve a probationary
period not less than the 250 hours of OJL or one-year (1), whichever Is shorter.
During the probationary period either the apprentice or the JATC may terminate the
Apprenticeship Agreement, without stated cause, by notifying the other party in writing.
The records for each probationary apprentice will be reviewed prior to the end of the
probationary period. Records may consist of periodic reports regarding progression
made In both the OJL and related Instruction, and any disciplinary action taken during
the probationary period.
Any probationary apprentice evaluated as satisfactory after a review of the probationary
period will be given full credit for the probationary period and continue in the program.
After the probationary period the Apprenticeship Agreement may be canceled at the
request of the apprentice, or may be suspended or canceled by the JATC for
reasonable cause after documented due notice to the apprentice and a reasonable
opportunity for corrective action. In such cases, the JATC will provide written notice to
the apprentice and to the Registration Agency of the final action taken.
SECTION X. - HOURS OF WORK
Apprentices will, generally work the same hours as journeyworkers, except that no
apprentice will be allowed to work overtime if it interferes with attendance in related
Instruction classes.
Apprentices who do not complete the required hours of OJL during a given segment will
have the term of that segment extended until the required number of hours of training
are accrued.
SECTION Xi. - APPRENTICE WAGE PROGRESSION — Title 29 CFR 29.5(b)(5)
Apprentices will be paid a progressively increasing schedule of wages during their
apprenticeship based an the acquisition of increased skill and competence on the job
and in related instruction. Before an apprentice is advanced to the next segment of
training or to joumeyworker status, the JATC will evaluate all progress to determine
whether advancement has been earned by satisfactory performance in their OJL and in
related instruction courses. In determining whether satisfactory progress has been
made, the JATC will be guided by the work experience and related Instruction records
and reports.
The progressive wage schedule will be an increasing percentage of the joumeyworker
wage rate as established in the CBA. The percentages that will be applied to the
applicable joumeyworker rate are shown on the attached Sample Work Process
Schedule and Related Instruction Outline (Appendix A). In no case will the starting
wages of apprentices be less than that required by any minimum wage law which may
be applicable.
— Title 29 CFR 29.5(b)(12)
The JATC may grant credit towards the term of apprenticeship to new apprentices who
demonstrate previous acquisition of skills or knowledge equivalent to that which would
be received under these Standards. Apprentice applicants seeking credit for previous
experience gained outside the supervision of the JATC must submit the request at the
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time of application and furnish such records, affidavits, and other (INSERT
REQUIREMENTS) to substantiate the claim. Applicants requesting such credit who are
selected into the apprenticeship program will start at the beginning wage rate. The
request for credit will be evaluated and a determination made by the JATC during the
probationary period when actual on-the-job and related instruction performance can be
examined. Prior to completion of the probationary period, the amount of credit to be
awarded will be determined after review of the appreniice's previous work and
trainingleducation record and evaluation of the apprentice's performance and
demonstrated skill and knowledge during the probationary period.
An apprentice granted credit will be advanced to the wage rate designated for the
period to which such credit accrues. The Registration Agency will be advised of any
credit granted and the wage rate to which the apprentice is advanced.
The granting of advanced standing will be uniformly applied to all apprentices.
SECTION XIII. - WORK EXPERIENCE — Title 29 CFR 29.8(b)(3) and 30.8
During the apprenticeship the apprentice will receive such OJL and related instruction in
all phases of the occupation necessary to develop the skill and proficiency of a skilled
journeyworker. The OJL will be under the direction and guidance of the supervisor of
apprentice(s).
SECTION XIV. - RELATED INSTRUCTION — Title 29 CFR 29.5(b)(4)
During each segment of training each apprentice is required to participate in coursework
related to the job as outlined in Appendix A. For each occupation, the recommended
term of apprenticeship will include no less than 144 hours of related instruction for each
year of the apprenticeship. Apprentices agree to take such courses as the JATC deems
advisable. The JATC will secure the instructional aids and equipment it deems
necessary to provide quality instruction. In cities, towns or areas having no vocational
school or other schools that can furnish related instruction; the apprentice may be
required to take an alternate form of instruction that meets the approval of the JATC and
Registration Agency.
Apprentices will not be paid for hours spent attending related instruction classes.
If applicable, the JATC will inform each apprentice of the availability of college credit
through the (Insert the names of educational institutions which will offer college
credlt).
Any apprentice who is absent from related instruction classes, unless officially excused,
will satisfactorily complete all course work missed before being advanced to the next
period of training. In cases of failure of an apprentice to fulfill the obligations regarding
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related instruction training (or OJL) without due cause, the JATC will take appropriate
disciplinary action and may terminate the Apprenticeship Agreement after due notice to
the apprentice and opportunity for corrective action.
To the extent possible, related instruction will be closely correlated with the practical
experience and training received on the job. The JATC will monitor and document the
apprentice's progress In related instruction Gasses.
The JATC will secure competent instructors whose knowledge, experience, and ability
to teach will be carefully examined and monitored. Apprentice instructors must meet
their State Department of Education's requirements for vocational -technical instructor or
be a subject matter expert and be credentialed as an instructor.
SECTION XV. - SAFETY AND HEALTH TRAINING — Title 29 CFR 29.5(b)(9)
All apprentices will receive instruction in safe and healthful work practices both on-the-
job and. in related instruction that are in compliance with the Occupational Safety and
Health Standards promulgated by the Secretary of Labor under 29 U.S.C. 651 et seq.,
as amended, dated December 29, 1970, and subsequent amendments to that law, or
$fats Standards, fhnt haves hopm fmind fn hp at least as effective as the Federal
Standards.
Apprentices will be taught that accident prevention is very largely a matter of education,
vigilance, and cooperation and that they should strive at all times to conduct themselves
in their work to ensure their own safety and that of their fellow workers.
SECTION XVI. - SUPERVISION OF APPRENTICES — Title 29 CFR 29.5(b)(14)
The JATC will be responsible for the training of the apprentice on the job. Apprentices
will be under the general supervision of the employer and under the direct supervision
of the joumeyworker to whom they are assigned. The supervisor of apprentice(s)
designated by the employer will, with the advice and assistance of the JATC, be
rPannnsihrP fnr the apprantirp'c iwnrk aaafgnmPntc ensuring the apprentice is working
under the supervision of a skilled joumeyworker, evaluation of work performance, and
completion and submittal of progress reports to the JATC.
No apprentice will be allowed to work without direct journeyworker supervision.
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The MRD Group formally accepts and agrees to implement and abide by the
STANDARDS OF APPRENTICESHIP as specified within the contents of this
document.
Gerald Blomberg - President
SECTION XVIi. - RECORDS AND EXAMINATIONS — Title 29 CFR 29.5(b)(6)
Each apprentice may be responsible for maintaining a record of his/her work
experienceltraining on the job and in related instruction and for having this record
verified by his/her supervisor at the end of each week. The apprentice will authorize an
effective release of their completed related instruction records from the local school
authorities to the JATC. The record cards and all data, written records of progress
evaluations, corrective and final actions pertaining to the apprenticeship, will be
maintained by and will be the property of the JATC. This record will be included In each
apprentice's record file maintained by the JATC.
Before each period of advancement, or at any other time when conditions warrant, the
JATC will evaluate the apprentice's record to determine whether he/she has made
satisfactory progress. if an apprentice's related Instruction or on-the-job progress is
found to be unsatisfactory, the JATC may determine whether the apprentice will
continue in a probationary status, or require the apprentice to repeat a process or series
of processes before advancing to the next wage classification. In such cases, the JATC
will initiate a performance improvement plan with the apprentice.
Should it be found that the apprentice does not have the ability or desire to continue the
training to become a journeyworker, the JATC will, after the apprentice has been given
adequate assistance and opportunity for corrective action, terminate the Apprenticeship
Agreement.
SECTION XVIII. - MAINTENANCE OF RECORDS — Title 29 CFR 29.5(b)(23)
The JATC will maintain for a period of five (5) years from the date of last action, all
records relating to apprentice applications (whether selected or not), the employment
and training of apprentices, and any other Information relevant to the operation of the
program. This includes, but is not limited to, records on the recruitment, application and
selection of apprentices, and records on the apprentice's job assignments, promotions,
demotions, layoffs, terminations, rate of pay, or other forms of compensation, hours of
work and training, evaluations, and other relevant data. The records will permit
identification of minority and female (minority and non -minority) participants. These
records will be made available on request to the Registration Agency.
— Title 29
Upon satisfactory completion of the requirements of the apprenticeship program as
established in these Standards, the JATC will so certify in writing to the Registration
Agency and request that a Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship be awarded to
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the completing apprentice(s). Such requests will be accompanied by the appropriate
documentation for both the OJL and the related instruction as may be required by the
Registration Agency.
SECTION XX. - NOTICE TO REGISTRATION AGENCY —Title 29 CFR 29.3(2)(d) and
29.5(b)(19)
The Registration Agency will be notified within forty-five (45) days of all new apprentices
to be registered, credit granted, suspensions for any reason, reinstatements,
extensions, modifications, completions, cancellations, and terminations of
Apprenticeship Agreements and causes.
—Title 29 CFR
These Standards will, upon adoption by the JATC be submitted to the Registration
Agency for approval. Such approval will be acquired before implementation of the
program.
(JATC) reserves the right to discontinue at any time the apprenticeship program set
forth herein. The Registration Agency will be notified promptly in writing of any decision
to cancel the program. Deregistration of these Standards may be initiated by the Registration
Agency for failure of the JATC to abide by the provisions herein. Such deregistration will be in
accordance with the Registration Agency's regulations and procedures.
Within fifteen (15) days of cancellation of the apprenticeship program (whether voluntary
or involuntary), the JATC will notify each apprentice of the cancellation and the effect of
same. This notification will conform to the requirements of Title 29, CFR part 29.8.
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and 30.11
The JATC will have full authority to supervise the enforcement of these Standards. Its
decision will be final and binding on the employer, the union, and the apprentice, unless
otherwise noted below.
If an applicant or an apprentice believes an issue exists that adversely affects his/her
participation In the apprenticeship program or violates the provisions of the
Apprenticeship Agreement or Standards, relief may be sought through one or more of
the following avenues, based on the nature of the issue:
Title 29 CFR 29.7(k)
For issues regarding wages, hours, working conditions, and other issues covered by the
CBA, apprentices may seek resolution through the applicable Grievance and Arbitration
procedures contained in the Articles of the CBA.
The JATC will hear and resolve all complaints of violations concerning the
Apprenticeship Agreement and the registered Apprenticeship Standards, for which
written notification is received within fifteen (15) days of violations. The JATC will make
such rulings as it deems necessary In each individual case and within thirty (30) days of
receiving the written notification. Either party to the Apprenticeship Agreement may
consult with the Registration Agency for an Interpretation of any provision of these
Standards over which differences occur. The name and address of the appropriate
authority to receive, process and make disposition of complaints is: (JATC)
Title 29 CFR 30.11
Any apprentice or applicant for apprenticeship who believes that he/she has been
discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, or sex, with
regard to apprenticeship or that the equal opportunity standards with respect to his/her
selection have not been followed in the operation of an apprenticeship program, may
personally or through an authorized representative, file a complaint with the Registration
Agency or, at the apprentice or applicant's election, with the private review body
established by the JATC (if applicable).
The complaint will be in writing and will be signed
the name, address, and telephone number of
against, the JATC involved, and a brief description
apply equal opportunity standards.
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by the complainant. It must include
the person allegedly discriminated
of the circumstances of the failure to
The complaint must be filed not later than one hundred eighty (180) days from the date
of the alleged discrimination or specified failure to follow the equal opportunity
standards, and in the case of complaints filed directly with the review body designated
by the JATC to review such complaints, any referral of such complaint by the
complainant to the Registration Agency must occur within the time limitation stated
above or thirty (30) days from the final decision of such review body, whichever is later.
The time may be extended by the Registration Agency for good cause shown.
Complaints of discrimination in the apprenticeship program may be filed and processed
under Title 29, CFR, part 30, and the procedures as set forth above.
The JATC will provide written notice of their complaint procedure to all applicants for
apprenticeship and all apprentices.
— Title 29 CFR
29.
Nothing in this part or in any apprenticeship agreement will operate to invalidate:
(a) Any apprenticeship provision in any collective bargaining agreement
between employers and employees establishing higher apprenticeship
standards; or
(b) Any special provision for veterans, minority persons, or women in the
standards, apprentice qualifications or operation of the program, or in the
apprenticeship agreement, which is not otherwise prohibited by law,
Executive Order, or authorized regulation.
Title 29 CFR
The transfer of an apprentice between apprenticeship programs and within an
apprenticeship program must be based on agreement between the apprentice and the
affected JATC, and must comply with the following requirements:
1. The transferring apprentice must be provided a transcript of related instruction
and on-the-job learning by the JATC;
2. Transfer must be to the same occupation; and
3. A new apprenticeship agreement must be executed when the transfer occurs
between the JATCs.
If the Sponsor is unable to fulfill his/her training obligation due to lack of work or failure
to conform to these Standards the Sponsor will make every effort to refer the apprentice
with his/her consent to another employer, Registration Agency or One Stop for
placement Into another registered apprenticeship program. This will provide the
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apprentice an opportunity for continuous employment and completion of their
apprenticeship program. The apprentice must receive credit from the new employer for
the training already satisfactorily completed.
(EXAMPLE ONLY)
Apprentices, having read these Standards formulated by the JATC and signed an
Apprenticeship Agreement with the Committee, agree to all the terms and conditions
contained therein and agree to abide by the Committee's rules and policies, including
any amendments, serve such time, perform such manual training, and study such
subjects as the Committee may deem necessary to become a skilled (Insert
Construction Craft Laborer or Home Performance Laboreu).
In signing the Apprenticeship Agreement, apprentices assume the following
responsibilities and obligations under the apprenticeship program:
F. Work for the employer to whom the apprentice Is assigned for the completion of
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B. Respect the property of the employer and abide by the working rules and
regulations of the employer, union and the JATC
C. Attend and satisfactorily complete the required hours in the OJL and in related
instruction in subjects related to the occupation as provided under these
Standards.
D. Maintain and make available such records of work experience and training
received on the job and in related instruction as may be required by the JATC.
E. Develop and practice safe working habits and work in such a manner as to
assure histher personal safety and that of other workers.
SECTION XXVII. - TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Technical Assistance such as that from the U.S. Department of Labor, Office of
Apprenticeship State Apprenticeship Agencies, and vocaitiona schools, may be
requested to advice the JATC.
The JATC will encourage and invite representatives from industry, education,
business, private and/or public agencies to provide consultation and advice for
the successful operation of this training program.
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