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Interagency Agreement with
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Shelter Program Grant
Start date; August 1, 2020
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Special Terms and Conditions
1. Authority...............................................................................................1
2. Contract Management............................................................................................1
3. Compensation ........................................................................................................1
4. Billing Proceduresand --------------------.1
5. Historical orCultural Artifacts.................................................................................l
6 Insurance.............................................................................................2
7 Ownership............................................................................................2
8. Subcontractor Data Collection................................................................................3
Q. Order of Precedence..............................................................................................3
General Terms and Conditions '
1. Dofinitione ...............................................................................................................4
2. All Writings Contained Herein................................................................................4
3. Amendments..........................................................................................................4
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5. Confidentiality and Safeguarding of Information....................................................4
6 Copyright................................................................................................................5
7. Disputes.................................................................................................................u
D. Governing Law and Venue....................................................................................5
Q. Indemnification.......................................................................................................5
10. Licensing,Accreditation and Registration..............................................................6
11. Prevailing Wage.....................................................................................................O
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13. Records Maintenance............................................................................................G
14. Savings...................................................................................................................u
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19. Termination for Convenience.................................................................................7
20 Termination Procedures.........................................................................................T
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Attachment A, Scope of Work
Attachment B, Budget
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FACE SHEET
Contract Number:21-4610C-111
Washington State Department of Commerce z
Community Services and Housing Division
Housing Assistance Unit
Shelter Program Grant
1.Contractor 2.Contractor Doing Business As(optional) k
Mason County Health Services
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SHELTON,WA 98584
3,Contractor Representative 4.COMMERCE Representative
Casey Bingham Kathryn Dodge P.O,Box 42525
Fiscal Manager Grant-Manager 1011 Plum Street SE !
360-427-9670 ext.562 (360)764-9682 Olympia,WA 98504 2525
caseyb@co.mason.wa.us kathryn.dodge@conunerce.wa.gov
5.Contract Amount 6.Funding Source 1.Start Date 8.End Date
$344,428.00 Federal::❑ State:0 Other:0 N/A:❑ August 1,2020 June 30,2023
9.Federal Funds(as applicable) Federal Agency: CFDA Number
N/A N/A N/A
10.Tax ID# 11.SW V# 12.UBI# 13.DUNS#
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SWV0441893-04 232002101 N/A. i
14.Contract Purpose
The Shelter Program Grant funds equitable and creative approaches to develop or expand shelter programs and bring unsheltered
people inside with the goal of exiting participants to permanent and positive outcomes quickly
15.Signing Statement
COMMERCE,defined as the Department of Commerce,and the Contractor,as defined above,acknowledge and accept the terms of
this Contract and Attachments and have executed this Contract on the date below and warrant they,are authorized to bind their E
respective agencies. The rights and.obligations of both parties to this Contract are governed by this Contract and the following
documents hereby incorporated by reference:Attachment"A"—Scope of Work,Attachment`B"—Budget.and ShelterProgram Grant
Guidelines,
FOR CONTRACTOR FOR COMMERCE
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Printed Name,title: Diane I{lontz,Assistant irector
Community Services and Housing Division
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SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
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1. AUTHORITY
COMMERCE and Contractor enter into this Contract pursuant to the authority granted by Chapter 39.34
RCW.
2. CONTRACT MANAGEMENT
The Representative for each of the parties shall be responsible for and shall be the contact person for
all communications and billings regarding the performance of this Contract.
a. The Representative for COMMERCE and their contact information are identified on the Face
Sheet of this Contract.
b. The Representative for the Contractor and their contact information are identified on the Face
Sheet of this Contract.
3. COMPENSATION
COMMERCE shall pay an amount not to,exceed the Contract amount listed on the Face Sheet for the
performance of all things necessary for or incidental to the performance of work under this Contract as
set forth in the Scope of Work(Attachment A).
4. BILLING PROCEDURES AND PAYMENT
COMMERCE will pay Contractor upon acceptance of services provided and receipt of properly
completed invoices,which shall be submitted to the Representative for COMMERCE.
When requesting reimbursement for expenditures made, Contractor shall submit all Invoice Vouchers
and any required documentation electronically through COMMERCE's Grants Management System
(CMS),which is available through the Secure Access Washington (SAW) portal.
Payment shall be considered timely if made by COMMERCE within thirty (30) calendar days after
receipt of properly completed invoices. Payment shall be sent to the address designated by the
Contractor.
COMMERCE may, in its sole discretion, terminate the Contract or withhold payments claimed by the
Contractorfor services rendered if the Contractor fails to satisfactorily comply with any term or condition
of this Contract.
No payments in advance or in anticipation of services or supplies to be provided under this Agreement
shall be made by COMMERCE.
Duplication of Billed Costs
The Contractor shall not bill COMMERCE for services performed under this Agreement, and
COMMERCE shall not pay the Contractor, if the Contractor is entitled to payment or has been or will
be paid by any other source, including grants,for that service.
Disallowed Costs
The Contractor is responsible for any audit exceptions or disallowed costs incurred by its own
organization or that of its subcontractors.
5. HISTORICAL OR CULTURAL ARTIFACTS
Prior to approval and disbursement of any funds awarded under this Contract, Contractor shall
complete the requirements of Governor's Executive Order 05-05,where applicable, or Contractor shall
complete a review under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act,if applicable. Contractor
agrees that the Contractor is legally and financially responsible for compliance with all laws,regulations,
and agreements related to the preservation of historical or cultural resources and agrees to hold
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harmless COMMERCE and the state of Washington in relation to any claim related to such historical
or cultural resources s discovered, disturbed, or.damaged as a result of the project funded by this
Contract.
In addition to the requirements set forth in this Contract, Contractor shall,in accordance with Governor's
Executive Order 05-05, coordinate with Commerce and the Washington State Department of
Archaeology and Historic Preservation ("DAHP"), including any recommended consultation with any
affected tribe(s), during Project design and prior to construction to determine the existence of any tribal
cultural resources affected by Project. Contractor agrees to avoid, minimize, or mitigate impacts to the
cultural resource as a continuing prerequisite to receipt of funds under this Contract.
The Contractor agrees that, unless the Contractor is proceeding under an approved historical and
cultural monitoring plan or other memorandum of agreement, if historical or cultural artifacts are
discovered during construction, the Contractor shall immediately stop construction and notify the local
historical preservation officer and the state's historical preservation officer at DAHP,and the Commerce
Representative identified on the lace Sheet. If human remains are uncovered, the Contractor shall
report the presence and location of the remains to the coroner and local enforcement immediately,then
contact DAHP and the concerned tribe's cultural staff or committee.
The Contractor shall require this provision to be contained in all subcontracts for work or services
related to the Scope of Work attached hereto.
In addition to the requirements set forth in this Contract, Contractor agrees to comply with RCW 27.44
regarding Indian Graves and Records; RCW 27.53 regarding Archaeological Sites and Resources;
RCW 68.60 regarding Abandoned and Historic Cemeteries and Historic Graves; and WAC 25-48
regarding Archaeological Excavation and Removal Permits.
Completion of the requirements of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act shall substitute
for completion of Governor's Executive Order 05-05.
In the event that the Contractor finds it necessary to amend the Scope of Work the Contractor may be
required to re-comply with Governor's Executive Order 05-05 or Section 106 of the National Historic
Preservation Act.
6. INSURANCE
Local Government Self-Insured/Liability Pool or Self-insured Risk Management Program
Contractor shall provide annually to COMMERCE a summary of coverages and a letter of self-
insurance, evidencing continued coverage under Contractor's self-insured/liability pool or self-insured
risk management program. Such annual summary of coverage and letter of self-insurance will be
provided on the anniversary of the start date of this Agreement.
7. OWNERSHIP
If any of the,funds granted under this Contract are used for property acquisition and or capital
improvements, the Contractor agrees and will ensure that the real property or properties will solely be
used to provide emergency housing for low-income households as defined under RCW 43.185A.010
(6), except during State of Emergency related to the COVID-19 outbreak described in the
Proclamation by the Governor, 20-05 or similar states of emergency. Use of funds under this Contract
are subject to the requirements of 2020 ESSB 6168 (Chapter 357, Laws of 2020), Section 127,
subsection (85).
If a housing provider organization other than the Contractor will own the property, all amounts used
for property acquisitions and or capital improvements shall be evidenced by promissory notes, deeds
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of trust, and low-income restrictive covenants running with the land in favor of the Contractor for at
least ten (10)years starting from the time the property is ready for occupancy by the intended
population (the"Commitment Period").The Contractor will be responsible for monitoring the property
or properties to ensure compliance with its low-income restrictive covenant during the Commitment
Period.
If the Contractor will own the property, all amounts used for property acquisitions and or capital
improvements shall be evidenced by promissory notes, deeds of trust, and low-income restrictive
covenants running with the land in favor of the Department for at least ten (10)years starting from the
time the property is ready for occupancy by the intended population.
Each deed of trust and low-income restrictive covenant shall be recorded at the county or counties in
which the property or properties are located.
The Contractor will make a good faith effort not to incur costs reimbursable under this Contract in
excess of what is reasonable given market prices, balanced by the need to act promptly to procure
and operate housing and provide services necessary to respond to the State of
Emergency. Commerce reserves the right to decline reimbursement of costs deemed excessive in
Commerce's discretion.
8. SUBCONTRACTOR DATA COLLECTION
Contractor will submit reports, in a form and format to be provided by Commerce and at intervals as
agreed by the parties, regarding work under this Agreement performed by subcontractors and the
portion of funds expended for work performed by subcontractors, including but not necessarily limited
to minority-owned,woman-owned,and veteran-owned business subcontractors."Subcontractors"shall
mean subcontractors of any tier.
9. ORDER OF PRECEDENCE
In the event of an inconsistency in this Contract, the inconsistency shall be resolved by giving
precedence in the following order:
Applicable federal and state of Washington statutes and regulations
Special Terms and Conditions
General Terms and Conditions
Attachment A—Scope of Work
Attachment B—Budget
Shelter Program Grant Guidelines
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1. DEFINITIONS
As used throughout this Contract, the following terms shall have the meaning set forth below:
A. °Authorized Representative" shall mean the Director and/or the designee authorized in writing to
act on the Director's behalf.
B. "COMMERCE"shall mean the Department of Commerce.
C. "Contract" or "Agreement' means the entire written agreement between COMMERCE and the
Contractor, including any attachments, documents, or materials incorporated by reference. E-mail
or facsimile transmission of a signed copy of this contract shall be the same as delivery of an
original.
D. "Contractor" shall mean the entity identified on the face sheet performing service(s) under this
Contract, and shall include all employees and agents of the Contractor.
E. "Personal Information" shall mean information identifiable to any person, including, but not limited
to, information that relates to a person's name, health,finances,education, business, use or receipt
of governmental services or other activities, addresses, telephone numbers, social security
numbers, driver license numbers, other identifying numbers, and any financial identifiers.
F. "State"shall mean the state of Washington.
G. "Subcontractor" shall mean one not in the employment of the Contractor, who is performing all or
part of those services under this Contract under a separate contract with the Contractor.The terms
"subcontractor"and"subcontractors"mean subcontractor(s)in any tier.
2. ALL WRITINGS CONTAINED HEREIN
This Contract contains all the terms and conditions agreed upon by the parties. No other
understandings, oral or otherwise, regarding the subject matter of this Contract shall be deemed to
exist or to bind any of the parties hereto.
3. AMENDMENTS
This Contract may be amended by mutual agreement of the parties. Such amendments shall not be
binding unless they are in writing and signed by personnel authorized to bind each of the parties.
4. ASSIGNMENT
Neither this Contract, work thereunder, nor any claim arising under this Contract, shall be transferred
or assigned by the Contractor without prior written consent of COMMERCE.
5. CONFIDENTIALITY AND SAFEGUARDING OF INFORMATION
A. "Confidential Information" as used in this section includes:
i. All material provided to the Contractor by COMMERCE that is designated as"confidential" by
COMMERCE;
ii. All material produced by the Contractor that is designated as "confidential" by COMMERCE;
and
III. All personal information in the possession of the Contractor that may not be disclosed under
state or federal law.
B. The Contractor shall comply with all state and federal laws related to the use, sharing, transfer,
sale, or disclosure of Confidential Information. The Contractor shall use Confidential Information
solely for the purposes of this Contract and shall not use, share, transfer, sell or disclose any
Confidential Information to any third party except with the prior written consent of COMMERCE or
as may be required by law.The Contractor shall take all necessary steps to assure that Confidential
Information is safeguarded to prevent unauthorized use, sharing, transfer, sale or disclosure of
Confidential Information or violation of any state or federal laws related thereto. Upon request, the
Contractor shall provide COMMERCE with its policies and procedures on confidentiality.
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COMMERCE may require changes to such policies and procedures as they apply to this Contract
whenever COMMERCE reasonably determines that changes are necessary to prevent
unauthorized disclosures. The Contractor shall make the changes within the time period specified
by COMMERCE. Upon request, the Contractor shall immediately return to COMMERCE any
Confidential Information that COMMERCE reasonably determines has not been adequately
protected by the Contractor against unauthorized disclosure.
C. Unauthorized Use or Disclosure. The Contractor shall notify COMMERCE within five (5) working
days of any unauthorized use or disclosure of any confidential information,and shall take necessary
steps to mitigate the harmful effects of such use or disclosure.
6. COPYRIGHT
Unless otherwise provided, all Materials produced under this Contract shall be considered "works for
hire"as defined by the U.S. Copyright Act and shall be owned by COMMERCE. COMMERCE shall be
considered the author of such Materials. In the event the Materials are not considered "works for hire"
under the U.S. Copyright laws, the Contractor hereby irrevocably assigns all right, title, and interest in
all Materials,including all intellectual property rights, moral rights,and rights of publicity to COMMERCE
effective from the moment of creation of such Materials.
"Materials" means all items in any format and includes, but is not limited to, data, reports, documents,
pamphlets, advertisements, books, magazines, surveys, studies, computer programs, films, tapes,
and/or sound reproductions. "Ownership"includes the right to copyright, patent, register and the ability
to transfer these rights.
For Materials that are delivered under the Contract, but that incorporate pre-existing materials not
produced under the Contract, the Contractor hereby grants to COMMERCE a nonexclusive, royalty-
free, irrevocable license (with rights to sublicense to others) in such Materials to translate, reproduce,
distribute, prepare derivative works, publicly perform, and publicly display.The Contractor warrants and
represents that the Contractor has all rights and permissions, including intellectual property rights,
moral rights and rights of publicity, necessary to grant such a license to COMMERCE.
The Contractor shall exert all reasonable effort to advise COMMERCE, at the time of delivery of
Materials furnished under this Contract, of all known or potential invasions of privacy contained therein
and of any portion of such document which was not produced in the performance of this Contract.The
dontractor shall provide COMMERCE with prompt written notice of each notice or claim of infringement
received by the Contractor with respect to any Materials delivered under this Contract. COMMERCE
shall have the right to modify or remove any restrictive markings placed upon the Materials by the
Contractor.
7. DISPUTES
In the event that a dispute arises under this Agreement, it shall be determined by a Dispute Board in
the following manner, Each party to this Agreement shall appoint one member to the Dispute Board.
The members so appointed shall jointly appoint an additional member to the Dispute Board. The
Dispute Board shall review the facts, Agreement terms and applicable statutes and rules and make a
determination of the dispute. The Dispute Board shall thereafter decide the dispute with the majority
prevailing. The determination of the Dispute Board shall be final and binding on the parties hereto.As
an alternative to this process, either of the parties may request intervention by the Governor, as
provided by RCW 43.17.330, in which event the Governor's process will control.
8. GOVERNING LAW AND VENUE
This Contract shall be construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the state of Washington,
and any applicable federal laws,and the venue of any action brought hereunder shall be in the Superior
Court for Thurston County.
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9. INDEMNIFICATION
Each party shall be solely responsible for the acts of its employees, officers, and agents.
10. LICENSING,ACCREDITATION AND REGISTRATION
The Contractor shall comply with all applicable local, state, and federal licensing, accreditation and
registration requirements or standards necessary for the performance of this Contract.
11. PREVAILING WAGE LAW
The Contractor certifies that all contractors and subcontractors performing work on the Project shall
comply with state Prevailing Wages on Public Works,Chapter 39.12 RCW, as applicable to the Project
funded by this contract,including but not limited to the filing of the"Statement of Intent to Pay Prevailing
Wages" and "Affidavit of Wages Paid" as required by RCW 39.12.040. The Contractor shall maintain
records sufficient to evidence compliance with Chapter 39.12 RCW, and shall make such records
available for COMMERCE's review upon request.
12. RECAPTURE
In the event that the Contractor fails to perform this Contract in accordance with state laws, federal
laws, and/or the provisions of this Contract, COMMERCE reserves the right to recapture funds in an
amount to compensate COMMERCE for the noncompliance in addition to any other remedies available
at law or in equity.
Repayment by the Contractor of funds under this recapture provision shall occur within the time period
specified by COMMERCE. In the alternative, COMMERCE may recapture such funds from payments
due under this Contract.
13. RECORDS MAINTENANCE
The Contractor shall maintain books, records, documents, data and other evidence relating to this
contract and performance of the services described herein, including but not limited to accounting
procedures and practices that sufficiently and properly reflect all direct and indirect costs of any nature
expended in the performance of this contract
The Contractor shall retain such records for a period of six(6)years following the date of final payment.
At no additional cost,these records, including materials generated under the contract,-shall be subject
at all reasonable times to inspection, review or audit by COMMERCE, personnel duly authorized by
COMMERCE, the Office of the State Auditor, and federal and state officials so authorized by law,
regulation or agreement. .
If any litigation,claim or audit is started before the expiration of the six(6)year period,the records shall
be retained until all litigation, claims, or audit findings involving the records have been resolved.
14. SAVINGS
In the event funding from state, federal, or other sources is withdrawn, reduced, or limited in any way
after the effective date of this Contract and prior to normal completion, COMMERCE may suspend or
terminate the Contract under the"Termination for Convenience" clause, without the ten calendar day
notice requirement. In lieu of termination, the Contract may be amended to reflect the new funding
limitations and conditions.
16. SEVERABILITY
The provisions of this contract are intended to be severable. If any term or provision is illegal or invalid
for any reason whatsoever, such illegality or invalidity shall not affect the validity of the remainder of
the contract.
16. SUBCONTRACTING
The Contractor may only subcontract work contemplated under this Contract if it obtains the prior written
approval of COMMERCE.
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If COMMERCE approves subcontracting, the Contractor shall maintain written procedures related to
subcontracting, as well as copies of all subcontracts and records related to subcontracts. For cause,
COMMERCE in writing may: (a)require the Contractor to amend its subcontracting procedures as they
relate to this Contract; (b) prohibit the Contractor from subcontracting with a particular person or entity;
or(c) require the Contractor to rescind or amend a subcontract.
Every subcontract shall bind the Subcontractor to follow all applicable terms of this Contract. The
Contractor is responsible to COMMERCE if the Subcontractor fails to comply with any applicable term
or condition of this Contract. The Contractor shall appropriately monitor the activities of the
Subcontractor to assure fiscal conditions of this Contract. In no event shall the existence of a
subcontract operate to release or reduce the liability of the Contractor to COMMERCE for any breach
in the performance of the Contractor's duties.
Every subcontract shall include a term that COMMERCE and the State of Washington are not liable for
claims or damages arising from a Subcontractor's performance of the subcontract.
17. SURVIVAL
The terms, conditions, and warranties contained in this Contract that by their sense and context are
intended to survive the completion of the performance, cancellation or termination of this Contract shall
so survive.
18. TERMINATION FOR CAUSE
In the event COMMERCE determines the Contractor has failed to comply with the conditions of this
contract in a timely manner, COMMERCE has the right to suspend or terminate this contract. Before
suspending or terminating the contract, COMMERCE shall notify the Contractor in writing of the need
to take corrective action. If corrective action is not taken within 30 calendar days,the contract may be
terminated or suspended.
In the event of termination or suspension, the Contractor shall be liable for damages as authorized by
law including, but not limited to, any cost difference between the original contract and the replacement
or cover contract and all administrative costs directly related to the replacement contract, e.g., cost of
the competitive bidding, mailing, advertising and staff time.
COMMERCE reserves the right to suspend all or part of the contract, withhold further payments, or
prohibit the Contractor from incurring additional obligations of funds during investigation of the alleged
compliance breach and pending corrective action by the Contractor or a decision by COMMERCE to
terminate the contract. A termination shall be deemed a "Termination for Convenience" if it is
determined that the Contractor: (1)was not in default; or(2)failure to perform was outside of his or her
control, fault or negligence.
The rights and remedies of COMMERCE provided in this contract are not exclusive and are in addition
to any other rights and remedies provided by law.
19. TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCE
Except as otherwise provided in this Contract, COMMERCE may, by ten (10) business days written
notice, beginning on the second day after the mailing, terminate this Contract, in whole or in part. If
this Contract is so terminated, COMMERCE shall be liable only for payment required under the terms
of this Contract for services rendered or goods delivered prior to the effective date of termination.
20. TERMINATION PROCEDURES
Upon termination of this contract, COMMERCE, in addition to any other rights provided in this contract,
may require the Contractor to deliver to COMMERCE any property specifically produced or acquired
for the performance of such part of this contract as has been terminated. The provisions of the
"Treatment of Assets"clause shall apply in such property transfer.
COMMERCE shall pay to the Contractor the agreed upon price, if separately stated, for completed
work and services accepted by COMMERCE, and the amount agreed upon by the Contractor and
COMMERCE for (i) completed work and services for which no separate price is stated, (ii) partially
completed work and services, (Hi) other property or services that are accepted by COMMERCE, and
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(iv)the protection and preservation of property, unless the termination is for default, in which case the
Authorized Representative shall determine the extent of the liability of COMMERCE. Failure to agree
with such determination shall be a dispute within the meaning of the"Disputes"clause of this contract.
COMMERCE may withhold from any amounts due the Contractor such sum as the Authorized
Representative determines to be necessary to protect COMMERCE against potential loss or liability.
The rights and remedies of.COMMERCE provided in this section shall not be exclusive and are in
addition to any other rights and remedies provided by law or under this contract.
After receipt of a notice of termination, and except as otherwise directed by the Authorized
Representative, the Contractor shall:
A. Stop work under the contract on the date, and to the extent specified, in the notice;
B. Place no further orders or subcontracts for materials, services, or facilities except as may be
necessary for completion of such portion of the work under the contract that is not terminated;
C. Assign to COMMERCE, in the manner, at the times, and to the extent directed by the Authorized
Representative, all of the rights, title, and interest of the Contractor under the orders and
subcontracts so terminated, in which case COMMERCE has the right, at its discretion, to settle or
pay any or all claims arising out of the termination of such orders and subcontracts;
D. Settle all outstanding liabilities and all claims arising out of such termination of orders and
subcontracts, with the approval or ratification of the Authorized Representative to the extent the
Authorized Representative may require, which approval or ratification shall be final for all the
purposes of this clause;
E. Transfer title to COMMERCE and deliver in the manner, at the times, and to the extent directed by
the Authorized Representative any property which, if the contract had been completed,would have
been required to be furnished to COMMERCE;
F. Complete performance of such part of the work as shall not have been terminated by the Authorized
Representative; and
G. Take such action as may be necessary, or as the Authorized Representative may direct, for the
protection and preservation of the property related to this contract, which is in the possession of
the Contractor and in which the Authorized Representative has or may acquire an interest.
21. TREATMENT OF ASSETS
Title to all property furnished by COMMERCE shall remain in COMMERCE. Title to all property
furnished by the Contractor,for the cost of which the Contractor is entitled to be reimbursed as a direct
item of cost under this contract, shall pass to and vest in COMMERCE upon delivery of such property
by the Contractor.Title to other property,the cost of which is reimbursable to the Contractor under this
contract, shall pass to and vest in COMMERCE upon (i) issuance for use of such property in the
performance of this contract, or(11) commencement of use of such property in the performance of this
contract, or(iii) reimbursement of the cost thereof by COMMERCE in whole or in part, whichever first
occurs.
A. Any property of COMMERCE furnished to the Contractor shall, unless otherwise provided herein
or approved by COMMERCE, be used only for the performance of this contract.
B. The Contractor shall be responsible for any loss or damage to property of COMMERCE that results
from the negligence of the Contractor or which results from the failure on the part of the Contractor
to maintain and administer that property in accordance with sound management practices.
C. If any COMMERCE property is lost, destroyed or damaged,the Contractor shall immediately notify
COMMERCE and shall take all reasonable steps to protect the property from further damage.
D. The Contractor shall surrender to COMMERCE all property of COMMERCE prior to settlement
upon completion, termination or cancellation of this contract
All reference to the Contractor under this clause shall also include Contractor's employees, agents
or Subcontractors.
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Attachment A
Scope of Work
Grantee commits to implementing a shelter program that uses equitable and creative approaches
to bring people inside with the goal of exiting residents to permanent housing quickly as
described in Grantee's application for Shelter Program funds.
A. Program Description
1. Overview
a. Shelter program will serve single adults with a focus on increasing bed
capacity for females fleeing domestic violence and human trafficking, as well
as young adults.
b. Shelter program will add approximately 21 beds.
1. 7 beds will initially be available October 2020-April 2021.
2. 14 additional beds will become available in May 2021.
c. Shelter program will operate as both night-by-night and continuous stay.
2. FacilityType
a. Community Lifeline will operate a permanent emergency shelter site.
b. The shelter program will be located at:
218 N 3rd Street
Shelton,WA 98584
c. The shelter will have three rooms that can be dedicated shelter space on two
levels. Downstairs will hold 23 beds for single adult males while the upstairs
has two rooms, one dedicated to females. The female room will hold 15 beds
after the remodel and has a bathroom and additional sink outside the
bathroom. The third room is being configured to serve youth and hold up to
20 beds. Initially, 10 beds will be allocated for night-by-night use, although,
with three areas and separate rooms,this number can vary depending on the
needs of the shelter residents and subpopulation being served.
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d. Amenities and utilities include bathroom/handwashing access, showers,
access to storage, dinner provided nightly,hygiene products, and
transportation for medical needs.
3. Racial Equity
a. Community Lifeline will implement strategies to prevent racial inequities in
who is served and program outcomes.
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b. Community Lifeline will collaborate with other agencies in the community
that can assist a person with any language barriers. Partnership includes,but
are not limited to,the local school district,hospital system,mental health, law
offices and translation group within our community.
c. Because the Latinx community is the largest population of color in Mason
County, Community Lifeline will partner with a local behavioral health
organization that predominantly serves the Latinx and undocumented
population.
d. As part of the Mason County Coordinated Entry Board, Community Lifeline
will take steps to further reduce any racial disparities within the homeless
crisis response system by involvement in the following actions:
1. Forming a multicultural equity taskforce or team, including and
centering people of various racial, ethnic and genders with lived
experience.
2. Training to build cultural competency,multicultural equity and social
justice awareness and skillset.
3. Develop and conduct an organizational assessment.
4. Develop a racial equity strategic plan with outcomes and continually
monitor and evaluate these actions for effectiveness,making
adjustments as needed.
4. Housing Focused Services
a. Community Lifeline will provide housing case management to residents that
is driven by the needs of the resident,is flexible,uses a strengths-based
approach and is focused on obtaining and maintaining housing.
b. Community'Lifeline will connect shelter residents to mainstream services
including but not limited to behavioral health, chemical dependency,
education or workforce training, employment services and permanent
supportive housing.
c. Community Lifeline will use trauma informed practices, active listening, de-
escalation techniques,and motivational interviewing skills to meet guests
where they are. Case managers will provide services to clients by facilitating
an intake and vulnerability assessment which includes a needs assessment for
housing,income,health insurance, education, employment,mental health
needs, addiction, and treatment needs. Case managers will interface with
clients a minimum of one time per week depending on support needs,with the
average being three times per week. Clients will be asked to set small
attainable goals and are re-evaluated and problem solved together when goals
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are not met. Resource connection, supporting to schedule or attend
appointments, occasionally providing transportation, check-ins, and crisis
intervention are all a part of case management services.
5. Diversion and Problem Solving
a. Community Lifeline will utilize problem-solving conversations to divert
households from entering the shelter or utilizing crisis response system
services longer term.
b. Community Lifeline will use Diversion techniques and Motivational Interview
skills to problem solve together where resources may be available to them to
keep them from entering a shelter or crisis response system. Community
resources will be explored to find flexible solutions for people in crisis and
connect them to alternative supports such as financial assistance,mental
health,substance abuse, continuing education and much more. The
conversation will encourage the client to explore their own support systems to
find creative,flexible, safe,and cost-effective solutions. Shelter staff works
to actively listen to the person and help identify potential safe housing
options, such as returning to a prior residence(if safe to do so), staying with
friends or family, or securing a new residence.
6. Outreach
a. Community Lifeline will provide outreach to unsheltered individuals.
h. Community Lifeline case managers will provide outreach in partnership with
Shelton Youth Connection,Turning Pointe,and North Mason Resources in
the downtown Shelton corridor, and neighboring jurisdictions without shelter
capacity once a week.
7. Coordinated Ept Partnership
a. If the county or regional Coordinated Entry(CE)requires Emergency
Shelters,Drop-in Shelters and Temporary Shelter sites to participate in the
county or regional CE process,Emergency Shelters,Drop-in Shelters and
Temporary Shelter Sites funded by the Shelter Program grant must participate
in the county or regional CE process by accepting referrals and must fill
openings exclusively through the CE process.
Projects operated by Victim Service Providers are not required but may elect
to participate in the county or regional CE process.
b. Shelter program will fill some program openings through coordinated entry
and also have capacity to fill beds on an as needed walk-in basis.
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c. Community Lifeline will actively work with the lead CE agency, Crossroads
Housing. The Coordinated Entry Board is working through processes for how
households enter the crisis response system. Community Lifeline and Shelton
Youth Connection have been selected to pilot such processes for single adults
and youth experiencing homelessness. This pilot process is working on the
communication,referrals and follow up with the lead agency for households
once a coordinated entry intake has been completed.
8. Administration
a. Grantees will submit the following monthly deliverables with completeness,
timeliness, accuracy and consistency:
b. Invoice and Voucher Detail Worksheet for reimbursement(Guidelines: Fiscal
Administration).
c. Grantees commit to reporting complete, quality data that is timely,truthful
and accurate. (Guidelines:Requirements of all Lead Grantees and Subgrantees
Providing Direct Service and HNIIS User Agreement).
d. Grantees shall comply with all of the requirements,policies and procedures in
the Shelter Program Grant Guidelines.
B. Performance
1. Requirements
a. Projects are not required to meet or make progress toward performance targets
as a condition of funding for the current contract period. Project performance
data will impact community and state level performance measures.
b. Grantees should aim to improve the housing outcomes of Shelter Program
participants.For each intervention type funded by the Shelter Program,
grantees should adopt the following performance goals:
Intervention Type Performance Goal HMIS Calculation Performance
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Increase Percent Exits to Permanent Of people in the ES project who exited,those who 50%
Emergency Housing exited to permanent housing destinations
Shelter
Increase Percent Exits to Positive Of people In the ES project who exited,those who 50%
Drop4n Outcomes exited to Positive Outcome destinations
Emergency
Shelter2
1 The target is the level of desirable performance and is an indicator of a high performing project.
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Increase Percent Exits to Positive Of people in the Other project who exited,those 50%
Temporary Outcomes who exited to Positive Outcome destinations
Shelter Site3 .
Reduce Average Length of Stay Of the people active in the project,the days Not established
All homeless as measured by each client's start,exit
and bed night dates strictly as entered into HMI$.
c. Equitable Access and Housing Outcomes
1. Grantees should ensure equitable access to Shelter Program and
equitable housing outcomes of Shelter Program participants.
Equitable access means that the race and ethnicity of people entering
the Shelter Program are similar to the community demographics.
Equitable access is measured by comparing the percent of people in
poverty by race and ethnicity to the percent of people entering the
Shelter Program by race and ethnicity.
Equitable housing outcomes means that the outcomes of the Shelter
Program participants should be similar,regardless of race or ethnicity.
d. Exit Destinations
Exit Destinations Options Positive Outcome: The Permanent Housing:The
following destinations are following destinations are
considered Positive exits considered Permanent exits
from Drop-in ES and from Emergency Shelters
Temporary Shelter Sites
Emergency shelter,including hotel or motel paid for with emergency shelter Negative Outcome
voucher,or RHY-funded Host Home shelter Positive Outcome
Foster Care home or foster care group home Negative Outcome
Positive Outcome
Hospital or other residential non-psychiatric medical facility Removed from Removed from denominator
denominator
Hotel or Motel paid for without emergency shelter voucher Positive Negative Outcome
Outcome
Jail,.prison or juvenile detention facility Negative Outcome Negative Outcome
Moved from one HOPWA funded project to HOPWA TH Positive Outcome Negative Outcome
daily basis and often use a Night-By-Night tracking method in HMIS.
3 A Temporary Shelter Site is defined as structure(s)or a location locally permitted to provide temporary shelter for people
experiencing homelessness.Tents,mitigation sites,or hosted encampments are examples of Temporary Shelter Sites.
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Place not meant for habitation(e.g.,a vehicle,an abandoned building, Negative Outcome Negative Outcome
bus/train/subway station/airport or anywhere outside)
Psychiatric hospital or other psychiatric facility Positive Outcome Negative Outcome
Residential project or halfway house with no homeless criteria Removed from Negative Outcome
denominator
Safe Haven Positive Outcome Negative Outcome
Staying or living with family,temporary tenure(e.g.room,apartment or house) Positive Outcome Negative Outcome
Staying or living with friends,temporary tenure(e.g.room,apartment or house) Positive Outcome Negative Outcome
Substance abuse treatment facility or detox center Positive Outcome Negative Outcome
Transitional housing for homeless persons(including homeless youth) Positive Outcome Negative Outcome
Long-term care facility or nursing home Positive Outcome Removed from denominator
Host Home(non-crisis) Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Moved from one HOPWA funded project to HOPWA PH Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Owned by client,no ongoing housing subsidy Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Owned by client,with ongoing housing subsidy Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Permanent housing(other than RRH)for formerly homeless persons Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Rental by client,no ongoing housing subsidy Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Rental by client,with GPD TIP housing subsidy Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Rental by client,with other ongoing housing subsidy Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Rental by client,with VASH housing subsidy Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Staying or living with family,permanent tenure Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Staying or living with friends,permanent tenure Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
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Rental by client,with RRH or equivalent subsidy Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Rental by client,with HCV voucher(tenant or project based) Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Rental by client,with HCV voucher(tenant or project based) Positive Outcome Permanent Housing
Deceased Removed from Removed from denominator
denominator
Client doesn't know Unknown I Negative Unknown I Negative
Outcome Outcome
Client refused Unknown I Negative Unknown/Negative
,Outcome Outcome
Data not collected Unknown/Negative Unknown I Negative
Outcome Outcome
No exit interview completed Unknown/Negative Unknown/Negative
Outcome Outcome
Other Unknown/Negative Unknown/Negative
Outcome Outcome
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Budget
Participating Jurisdictions Amount Dedicated
Mason County $290,257
City of Shelton $54,171
Total $344,428
Community Lifeline Shelter Program
Budget Category Amount
Pre-Occupancy $34,578
Up to$10,000 per bed prior to occupancy
Post-Occupancy Operations $309,850
Up to$56 per day per net additional bed
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PURPOSE
ESSB 6168 (section 127, subsection 85) identifies new funding for local governments to increase
shelter capacity. The Department of Commerce Housing Assistance Unit (HAU) intends for
communities to use equitable and creative approaches to develop this new program and bring
unshelteted people inside with a goal of exiting participants to permanent housing quickly.
COUNTY and CONTRACTOR, as defined above, acknowledge, and accept the terms of this contract
and EXHIBITS and have executed this contract on the date below to start as of the date and year
referenced above. The rights and obligations of both parties to this contract are governed by this
contract including-any Special Conditions, General Terms and Conditions, Exhibits, and Department
of Commerce Grant Guidelines.
CONTRACTOR BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
MASON COUNTY,WASHINGTON
Agency Name
Sharon Trask, Chair
Authorize Signature Date
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Funding Source: ESSB 6168 (section 127, subsection 85) identifies new funding for local
governments to increase shelter capacity. The Shelter Program Grant is funded by the Home
Security Fund as appropriated by the Legislature.
Special Terms and Conditions
Historical or Cultural Artifacts
Prior to approval and disbursement of any funds awarded under this Contract, Contractor shall
complete the requirements of Governor's Executive Order 05-05,where applicable, or Contractor
shall complete a review under Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act, if applicable.
Contractor agrees that the Contractor is legally and financially responsible for compliance with all
laws, regulations, and agreements related to the preservation of historical or cultural resources and
agrees to hold harmless the County and the state of Washington in relation to any claim related to
such historical or cultural resources s discovered, disturbed, or damaged as a result of the project
funded by this Contract.
In addition to the requirements set forth in this Contract, Contractor shall, in accordance with
Governor's Executive Order 05-05, coordinate with the County and the Washington State Department
of Archaeology and Historic Preservation ("DAHP"), including any recommended consultation with any
affected tribe(s), during Project design and prior to construction to determine the existence of any
tribal cultural resources affected by Project. Contractor agrees to avoid, minimize, or mitigate impacts
to the cultural resource as a continuing prerequisite to receipt of funds under this Contract.
The Contractor agrees that, unless the Contractor is proceeding under an approved historical and
cultural monitoring plan or other memorandum of agreement, if historical or cultural artifacts are
discovered during construction, the Contractor shall immediately stop construction and notify the local
historical preservation officer and the state's historical preservation officer at DAHP, and the
Commerce Representative identified on the Face Sheet. if human remains are uncovered, the
Contractor shall report the presence and location of the remains to the coroner and local enforcement
immediately, then contact DAHP and the concerned tribe's cultural staff or committee.
The Contractor shall require this provision to be contained in all subcontracts for work or services
related to the Scope of Work attached hereto.
In addition to the requirements set forth in this Contract, Contractor agrees to comply with RCW 27.44
regarding Indian Graves and Records; RCW 27.53 regarding Archaeological Sites and Resources;
RCW 68.60 regarding Abandoned and Historic Cemeteries and Historic Graves; and WAC 25-48
regarding Archaeological Excavation and Removal Permits.
Completion of the requirements of Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act shall
substitute for completion of Governor's Executive Order 05-05.
in the event that the Contractor finds it necessary to amend the Scope of Work the Contractor may be
required to re-comply with Governor's Executive Order 05-05 or Section 106 of the National Historic
Preservation Act.
Ownership
If any of the funds granted under this Contract are used for property acquisition and or capital
improvements, the Contractor agrees and will ensure that the real property or properties will solely be
used to provide emergency housing for low-income households as defined under RCW 43.185A.010
(6), except during State of Emergency related to the COViD-19 outbreak described in the Proclamation
by the Governor, 20-05 or similar states of emergency. Use of funds under this Contract are subject to
the requirements of 2020 ESSB 6168 (Chapter 357, Laws of 2020), Section 127, subsection (85).
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If a housing provider organization other than the Contractor will own the property, all amounts used for
property acquisitions and or capital improvements shall be evidenced by promissory notes, deeds of
trust, and low-income restrictive covenants running with the land in favor of the Contractor for at least
ten (10)years starting from the time the property is ready for occupancy by the intended population
(the"Commitment Period").The Contractor will be responsible for monitoring the property or
properties to ensure compliance with its low-income restrictive covenant during the Commitment
Period.
If the Contractor will own the property, all amounts used for property acquisitions and or capital
improvements shall be evidenced by promissory notes, deeds of trust, and low-income restrictive
covenants running with the land in favor of the Department for at least ten (10)years starting from the
time the property is ready for occupancy by the intended population.
Each deed of trust and low-income restrictive covenant shall be recorded at the county or counties in
which the property or properties are located.
The Contractor will make a good faith effort not to incur costs reimbursable under this Contract in
excess of what is reasonable given market prices, balanced by the need to act promptly to procure
and operate housing and provide services necessary to respond to the State of
Emergency. Commerce reserves the right to decline reimbursement of costs deemed excessive in
Commerce's discretion.
General Terms and Conditions
Scope of Services:
The Shelter Program Grant funds equitable and creative approaches to develop or expand shelter
programs and bring unsheltered people inside with the goal of exiting participants to permanent and
positive outcomes quickly. CONTRACTOR agrees to provide COUNTY all services and any materials
as set forth as identified in EXHIBIT A SCOPE OF SERVICES, Scope of Work in the Washington
State Department of Commerce Contract number 21-4610C-111, and New Shelter Program grant
overview, guidelines and the Consolidated Homeless Grant Guidelines for emergency shelters except
where guidelines may differ.
Term:
Services provided by CONTRACTOR prior to or after the term of this CONTRACT shall be performed
at the expense of CONTRACTOR and are not compensable under this CONTRACT unless both
parties hereto agree to such provision in writing. The term of this CONTRACT may be extended by
mutual consent of the parties; provided, however, that the CONTRACT is in writing and signed by
both parties.
Extension:
The duration of this CONTRACT may be extended through an amendment if additional funds become
available from the Department of Commerce.
Independent Contractor:
CONTRACTOR's services shall be furnished by the CONTRACTOR as an independent contractor,
and nothing herein contained shall be construed to create a relationship of employer-employee. All
payments made hereunder, and all services performed shall be made and performed pursuant to this
CONTRACT by the CONTRACTOR as an independent contractor.
CONTRACTOR acknowledges that the entire compensation for this CONTRACT is specified in
Exhibit C-Budget, and the CONTRACTOR is not entitled to any benefits including, but not limited to:
vacation pay, holiday pay, sick leave pay, medical, dental, or other insurance benefits, or any other
rights or privileges afforded to employees of COUNTY. The CONTRACTOR represents that he/she/it
maintains a separate place of business, serves clients other than COUNTY, will report all income and
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expense accrued under this CONTRACT to the Internal Revenue Service, and has a tax account with
the State of Washington Department of Revenue for payment of all sales and use and Business and
Occupation taxes collected by the State of Washington. CONTRACTOR will be responsible for and
will pay all taxes related to the receipt of payments from the COUNTY.
CONTRACTOR will defend, indemnify and hold harmless COUNTY, its officers, agents or employees
from any loss or expense, including, but not limited to, settlements,judgments, setoffs, attorneys'fees
or costs incurred by reason of claims or demands because of breach of the provisions of this
paragraph.
Payment:
COUNTY will reimburse CONTRACTOR for actual expenditures incurred each month, according to
the terms provided in EXHIBIT A, provided that CONTRACTOR performs the services and submits all
reporting to a satisfactory level. Monthly expenditures will be reported using the template provided.
Payment is on the assumption that State and local funds are available to the COUNTY for
disbursement to the CONTRACTOR and have been expended and program requirements met, or
earlier in the event of non-compliance. If State or local funds are not available to the COUNTY, the
COUNTY reserves the right to amend the payment terms and the amount of the maximum contract
total. The term of this CONTRACT begins on the Effective Date, and the CONTRACTOR agrees not
to incur any expenses on the program using COUNTY funding prior to the effective date. The
CONTRACT end date is June 30, 2021, or earlier in the event of non-compliance.
Payment Information:
CONTRACTOR agrees to complete or make sure a current Vendor Payment Form is on file providing
the COUNTY with all information necessary to correctly issue such payments. If CONTRACTOR fails
to provide such information in response to the COUNTY'S written request, then the COUNTY may
withhold payments to CONTRATOR until CONTRATOR provides such information.
Budget:
CONTRACTOR further agrees that funds provided under this CONTRACT will be expended as
specifically itemized line by line in the Budget provided in Exhibit C, and that CONTRACTOR will
follow the Budget Amendment Process for quarterly expense transfers within a budget category(i.e.
operations, administration,facilities support). Budget transfers will not be made unless approved by
the COUNTY. Late requests will not be accepted.
Duplicate Payment:
The COUNTY shall not pay CONTRACTOR, if the CONTRACTOR has charged or will charge any
other party under any other Grant, subgrant/subcontract, or agreement,for the same services or
expenses. If it is determined that CONTRACTOR has received duplicate payment, the
CONTRACTOR must pay back the COUNTY for these expenses.
Recordkeeping:
CONTRACTOR agrees to keep records in an easily read form sufficient to account for all receipts and
expenditures of contract funds. These records, as well as supporting documentation, will be archived
by the CONTRACTOR'S office for at least six(6)years after the end of the contract. CONTRACTOR
agrees to make such books, records, and supporting documentation available to the COUNTY for
inspection when requested.
Accounting and Payment for CONTRACTOR Services:
Payment to the CONTRACTOR for services rendered under this CONTRACT shall be as set forth in
"Exhibit C BUDGET". Where Exhibit"C" requires payments by the COUNTY, payment shall be based
upon written claims supported, unless otherwise provided in Exhibit"C," by documentation of units of
work performed and amounts earned, including, where appropriate,the actual number of days worked
each month,total number of hours for the month, and the total dollar payment requested, to comply
with municipal auditing requirements. Acceptable invoices will be processed within 30 days of receipt.
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Unless specifically stated in Exhibit"C" or approved in writing in advance by the official executing this
CONTRACT for COUNTY or his or her designee (hereinafter referred to as the"Administrative
Officer"). COUNTY will not reimburse the CONTRACTOR for any costs or expenses incurred by the
CONTRACTOR in the performance of this CONTRACT. Where required, COUNTY shall, upon
receipt of appropriate documentation, compensate the CONTRACTOR, no more often than monthly,
in accordance with COUNTY's customary procedures, pursuant to the schedule set forth in Exhibit
„A„
Reporting and Other Contract Requirements:
CONTRACTOR agrees to submit program and expense reports, as well as perform all other
requirements outlined in Exhibit A—SCOPE OF SERVICE, on or before the dates indicated therein.
The COUNTY reserves the right to aggregate, disaggregate, analyze, reproduce, and/or disseminate
the data provided in program reports,financial activity reports, or any other reports submitted to the
COUNTY with respect to the program.
Federal and State Benchmarks, Data Collection, and Evaluation:
The Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD) and the Department of Commerce may
require additional reporting of programs and continuums of care directly or indirectly related to the
funding awarded such as, but not limited to, Coordinated Entry, Data Quality, Data Timeliness,
Housing Inventory Report,Annual Performance Report, Point in Time Count and System
Performance Measures. CONTRACTOR agrees to participate in these evaluation efforts, meet
individual benchmarks that contribute to the system and will fulfill the data collection and reporting
requirements specified at the time of the request. It will be the obligation of the COUNTY
representatives, CONTRACTOR and other contractors to provide protections and assurances
regarding the confidentiality of data, samples of work(in any media format) and/or interview
comments provided by participants. CONTRACTOR also agrees to provide the COUNTY with the
results of any independent or self-directed evaluation or research undertaken in respect to the funded
program.
Withholding Payment:
In the event the CONTRACTOR has failed to perform any obligation under this CONTRACT within the
times set forth in this CONTRACT, then COUNTY may, upon written notice, withhold from amounts
otherwise due and payable to CONTRACTOR,without penalty, until such failure to perform is cured
or otherwise adjudicated. Withholding under this clause shall not be deemed a breach entitling
CONTRACTOR to termination or damages, provided that COUNTY promptly gives notice in writing to
the CONTRACTOR of the nature of the default or failure to perform, and in no case more than ten
(10) days after it determines to withhold amounts otherwise due. A determination of the
Administrative Officer set forth in a notice to the CONTRACTOR of the action required and/or the
amount required to cure any alleged failure to perform shall be deemed conclusive, except to the
extent that the CONTRACTOR acts within the times and in strict accord with the provisions of the
Disputes clause of this CONTRACT. COUNTY may act in accordance with any determination of the
Administrative Officer which has become conclusive under this clause,without prejudice to any other
remedy under the CONTRACT,to take all or any of the following actions: (1)cure any failure or
default, (2)to pay any amount so required to be paid and to charge the same to the account of the
CONTRACTOR, (3)to set off any amount so paid or incurred from amounts due or to become due the
CONTRACTOR. In the event the CONTRACTOR obtains relief upon a claim under the Disputes
clause, no penalty or damages shall accrue to CONTRACTOR by reason of good faith withholding by
COUNTY under this clause.
Taxes:
CONTRACTOR understands and acknowledges that COUNTY will not withhold Federal or State
income taxes. Where required by State or Federal law, the CONTRACTOR authorizes COUNTY to
withhold for any taxes other than income taxes (i.e., Medicare). All compensation received by the
CONTRACTOR will be reported to the Internal Revenue Service at the end of the calendar year in
accordance with the applicable IRS regulations. It is the responsibility of the CONTRACTOR to make
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the necessary estimated tax payments throughout the year, if any, and the CONTRACTOR is solely
liable for any tax obligation arising from the CONTRACTOR's performance of this CONTRACT. The
CONTRACTOR hereby agrees to indemnify COUNTY against any demand to pay taxes arising from
the CONTRACTOR'failure to pay taxes on compensation earned pursuant to this CONTRACT.
COUNTY will pay sales and use taxes imposed on goods or services acquired hereunder as required
by law. The CONTRACTOR must pay all other taxes, including, but not limited to, Business and
Occupation Tax, taxes based on the CONTRACTOR' gross or net income, or personal property to
which COUNTY does not hold title. COUNTY is exempt from Federal Excise Tax.
No Guarantee of Employment:
The performance of all or part of this CONTRACT by the CONTRACTOR shall not operate to vest any
employment rights whatsoever and shall not be deemed to guarantee any employment of
CONTRACTOR or any employee of CONTRACTOR or any sub-contractor or any employee of any
sub-contractor by COUNTY now or in the future.
Intellectual Property:
CONTRACTOR shall retain all copyrights and other intellectual property rights to written work
produced because of this award, including but not limited to, work product listed in SCOPE OF
SERVICES. CONTRACTOR grants to COUNTY a nonexclusive, irrevocable, perpetual, and royalty-
free license to access, reproduce, publish, copy, or otherwise use such written work. Program
materials may be reproduced (but not morphed, amended, revised, or redesigned) by any other party,
on a worldwide, non-exclusive basis and without fee in connection with their own educational or
program purposes, but may not be used in connection with sales or distribution for profit. The owner
must approve any use of project materials not specifically permitted under this provision, in advance
and in writing. As appropriate, all materials shall contain an attribution of ownership.
Third-Party Rights:
CONTRACTOR warrants that written work product(s) produced under the terms of this CONTRACT
will not infringe, misappropriate, or violate the rights of any third party, or incorporate or be derived
from the intellectual property of any third party, without the COUNTY'S prior written consent.
Audit Provisions and Non-Compliance:
Throughout the course of the CONTRACT term, the COUNTY will monitor compliance with contract
requirements and performance, invoices, reports and Scope of Services (Exhibit A). If the COUNTY,
a) encounters non-compliance with the terms outlined in the CONTRACT on the part of the
CONTRACTOR, or(b) is not satisfied, in its sole discretion,with the quality of CONTRACTOR'S work,
the COUNTY will follow to make a reasonable attempt to assist CONTRACTOR with technical
assistance to resolve issues that impede quality and compliance. In the event that compliance and/or
quality issues are not resolved through standard technical assistance, or reasonable efforts to provide
such assistance, CONTRACTOR will be engaged in corrective action through a Corrective Actions
and/or Performance Improvement Plan, as outlined in Contract Guidance Manual. Failure to meet the
corrective actions can result in early contract termination, as outlined in Contract Guidance Manual.
Contract Close out:
Final payment is contingent upon the CONTRACTOR'S ability to provide the COUNTY with all
invoices and work product including; plans, narrative reports, and data reports, to release the final
payment for services within sixty(60) calendar days of contract completion or termination. The
COUNTY shall have no further obligation to pay CONTRACTOR if any invoices or reports are past
due for the sixty(60)day period following the contract term end date.
Early Termination:
The COUNTY may terminate the contract prior to the end of the term if satisfactory compliance is not
reached after reasonable efforts have been made to restore compliance, as outlined in Contract
Guidance Manual. In the case of such termination, CONTRATOR is required to immediately repay
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the full amount of any funds which CONTRACTOR did not spend as of the date of the notice of
termination. CONTRACTOR must submit a final invoice and all reports to a satisfactory level within
sixty(60) days of termination to receive payment for any services up until the day of termination. The
COUNTY shall have no further obligation to pay CONTRACTOR if any invoices or reports are past
due for the sixty(60)day period following termination.
Termination for Default:
If CONTRACTOR defaults by failing to perform any of the obligations of the CONTRACT or becomes
insolvent or is declared bankrupt or commits any act of bankruptcy or insolvency or makes an
assignment for the benefit of creditors, COUNTY may, by depositing written notice to CONTRACTOR
in the U.S. mail, terminate the CONTRACT, and at COUNTY's option, obtain performance of the work
elsewhere. If the CONTRACT is terminated for default, CONTRACTOR shall not be entitled to
receive any further payments under the CONTRACT until all work called for has been fully performed.
Any extra cost or damage to COUNTY resulting from such default(s) shall be deducted from any
money due or coming due to CONTRACTOR. CONTRACTOR shall bear any extra expenses
- incurred by COUNTY in completing the work, including all increased costs for completing the work,
and all damage sustained, or which may be sustained by COUNTY by reason of such default.
If a notice of termination for default has been issued and it is later determined for any reason that
CONTRACTOR was not in default,the rights and obligations of the parties shall be the same as if the
notice of termination had been issued pursuant to the Termination for Public Convenience paragraph
hereof.
Termination.for Public Convenience:
COUNTY may terminate this CONTRACT in whole or in part whenever COUNTY determines, in its
sole discretion, that such termination is in the interests of COUNTY. Whenever the CONTRACT is
terminated in accordance with this paragraph, CONTRACTOR shall be entitled to payment for actual
work performed in compliance with Exhibit A-SCOPE OF SERVICES. An equitable adjustment in the
CONTRACT price for partially completed items of work will be made, but such adjustment shall not
include provision for loss of anticipated profit on deleted or uncompleted work. Termination of this
CONTRACT by COUNTY at any time during the term, whether for default or convenience, shall not
constitute breach of CONTRACT by COUNTY.
Termination for Reduced Funding:
COUNTY may terminate this CONTRACT in whole or in part should COUNTY determine, in its sole
discretion, that such termination is necessary due to a decrease in available project funding including
State and/or Federal grants.Whenever the CONTRACT is terminated in accordance with this
paragraph, the CONTRACTOR shall be entitled to payment for actual work performed in compliance
with Exhibit A Scope-of-Services and Exhibit B Compensation.
Disputes:
1. Differences between the CONTRACTOR and COUNTY, arising under and by virtue of the
AGREEMENT shall be brought to the attention of COUNTY at the earliest possible time in order that
such matters may be settled, or other appropriate action promptly taken. For objections that are not
made in the manner specified and within the time limits stated, the records, orders, rulings,
instructions, and decisions of the Administrative Officer shall be final and conclusive.
2.The CONTRACTOR shall not be entitled to additional compensation which otherwise may be
payable, or to extension of time for(1) any act or failure to act by the Administrative Officer of
COUNTY, or(2)the happening of any event or occurrence, unless the CONTRACTOR has given
COUNTY a written Notice of Potential Claim within ten (10) days of the commencement of the act,
failure, or event giving rise to the claim, and before final payment by COUNTY. The written Notice of
Potential Claim shall set forth the reasons for which the CONTRACTOR believes additional
compensation or extension of time is due, the nature of the cost involved, and insofar as possible,the
amount of the potential claim. CONTRACTOR shall keep full and complete daily records of the work
performed, labor and material used, and all costs and additional time claimed to be additional.
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3.The CONTRACTOR shall not be entitled to claim any such additional compensation, or extension
of time, unless within thirty(30)days of the accomplishment of the portion of the work from which the
claim arose, and before final payment by COUNTY, the CONTRACTOR has given COUNTY a
detailed written statement of each element of cost or other compensation requested and of all
elements of additional time required, and copies of any supporting documents evidencing the amount
or the extension of time claimed to be due.
Arbitration:
Other than claims for injunctive relief brought by a party hereto (which may be brought either in court
or pursuant to this arbitration provision), and consistent with the provisions hereinabove, any claim,
dispute or controversy between the parties under, arising out of, or related to this CONTRACT or
otherwise, including issues of specific performance, shall be determined by arbitration in Shelton,
Washington, under the applicable American Arbitration Association (AAA) rules in effect on the date
hereof, as modified by this CONTRACT. There shall be one arbitrator selected by the parties within
ten (10) days of the arbitration demand, or if not, by the AAA or any other group having similar
credentials. Any issue about whether a claim is covered by this CONTRACT shall be determined by
the arbitrator. The arbitrator shall apply substantive law and may award injunctive relief, equitable
relief(including specific performance), or any other remedy available from a judge, including
expenses, costs and attorney fees to the prevailing party and pre-award interest, but shall not have
the power to award punitive damages. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding and an
order confirming the award orjudgment upon the award may be entered in any court having
jurisdiction. The parties agree that the decision of the arbitrator shall be the sole and exclusive
remedy between them regarding any dispute presented or pled before the arbitrator. At the request of
either party made not later than forty-five (45)days after the arbitration demand, the parties agree to
submit the dispute to nonbinding mediation,which shall not delay the arbitration hearing date;
provided, that either party may decline to mediate and proceed with arbitration.
Any arbitration proceeding commenced to enforce or interpret this CONTRACT shall be brought within
six(6)years after the initial occurrence giving rise to the claim, dispute or issue for which arbitration is
commenced, regardless of the date of discovery or whether the claim, dispute or issue was continuing
in nature. Claims, disputes or issues arising more than six(6)years prior to a written request or
demand for arbitration issued under this Agreement are not subject to arbitration.
Change in Personnel
The success of the approved program is largely contingent on the approved staffing identified in the
proposal application and/or related to the final award amount and related services. Should there be
any material change in job description, level of authority, or employment status of program staffing (or
projected staff start dates for new programs) during the term of the CONTRACT, the COUNTY
requires that the CONTRACTOR notify the COUNTY in writing within 15 days of the change and
includes a staffing plan to minimize any disruption in services. CONTRACTOR will provide updates if
there are any changes to the staffing plan or hiring delays.
Labor Standards:
CONTRACTOR agrees to comply with all applicable,state and federal requirements, including but not
limited to those pertaining to payment of wages and working conditions, in accordance with RCW
39.12.040, the Prevailing Wage Act; the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990; the Davis-Bacon Act;
and the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act providing for weekly payment of prevailing
wages, minimum overtime pay, and providing that no laborer or mechanic shall be required to work in
surroundings or under conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous, or dangerous to health and safety
as determined by regulations promulgated by the Federal secretary of Labor and/or the State of
Washington.
Equipment Purchase, Maintenance, and Ownership
The CONTRACTOR agrees that any depreciable equipment purchased, in whole or part, with contract
funds at a cost of$1,000 per item or more, is upon its purchase the property of the COUNTY and will
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be used only for the program funded. The CONTRACTOR agrees to establish and maintain
transaction documents (purchase requisitions, packing slips, invoices, receipts) and maintenance
records of equipment purchased with Contract funds. The CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for
any loss or damage to property of the COUNTY that results from the negligence of the contractor-or
that results from the failure on the part of the contractor to maintain and administer that property in
accordance with sound management practices. In the case of Early Termination, the CONTRACTOR
agrees that all such equipment will be returned to the COUNTY unless otherwise agreed upon in
writing by the CONTRACTOR and the COUNTY.
Assignment and Subcontracting:
The performance of all activities contemplated by this CONTRACT shall be accomplished by
CONTRACTOR. No portion of this CONTRACT may be assigned or subcontracted to any other
individual, firm or entity without the express and prior written approval of COUNTY. If subcontracting
approved, CONTRACTOR is responsible to COUNTY should the subcontractor fail to comply with any
applicable term or condition of this contract. CONTRACTOR shall audit and monitor the activities of
the subcontractor during the contract term to assure fiscal conditions and performance metrics are
met. COUNTY will be included on any audit or monitoring activities and reports.
Conflict of Interest:
If at any time prior to commencement of, or during the term of this CONTRACT, CONTRACTOR or
any of its employees involved in the performance of this CONTRACT shall have or develop an interest
in the subject matter of this CONTRACT that is potentially in conflict with the COUNTY's interest, then
CONTRACTOR shall immediately notify COUNTY of the same. The notification of COUNTY shall be
made with sufficient specificity to enable COUNTY to make an informed judgment as to whether or
not COUNTY's interest may be compromised in any manner by the existence of the conflict, actual or
potential. Thereafter, COUNTY may require CONTRACTOR to take reasonable steps to remove the
conflict of interest. COUNTY may also terminate this CONTRACT according to the provisions herein
for termination.
Non-Discrimination in Employment:
COUNTY's policy is to provide equal opportunity in all terms, conditions and privileges of employment
for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin,
sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, or veteran status. CONTRACTOR shall comply
with all laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the
grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status,
disability, or veteran status, except where such constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification.
Furthermore, in those cases in which CONTRACTOR is governed by such laws, CONTRACTOR shall
take affirmative action to insure that applicants are employed, and treated during employment,without
regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation,
disability, or veteran status, except where such constitutes a bona fide occupational qualification.
Such action shall include, but not be limited to: advertising, hiring, promotions, layoffs or terminations,
rate of pay or other forms of compensation benefits, selection for training including apprenticeship,
and participation in recreational and educational activities. In all solicitations or advertisements for
employees placed by them or on their behalf, CONTRACTOR shall state that all qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
The foregoing provisions shall also be binding upon any sub-contractor, provided that the foregoing
provision shall not apply to contracts or subcontractors for standard commercial supplies or raw
materials, or to sole proprietorships with no employees.
Non-Discrimination in Client Services:
CONTRACTOR shall not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, creed, religion, national origin,
sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status; or deny an individual or
business any service or benefits under this CONTRACT; or subject an individual or business to
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or other benefits provided under this CONTRACT; or deny an individual or business an opportunity to
participate in any program provided by this CONTRACT.
Waiver of Noncompetition:
CONTRACTOR irrevocably waives any existing rights which it may have, by contract or otherwise, to
require another person or corporation to refrain from submitting a proposal to or performing work or
providing supplies to COUNTY, and CONTRACTOR further promises that it will not in the future,
directly or indirectly, induce or solicit any person or corporation to refrain from submitting a bid or
proposal to or from performing work or providing supplies to COUNTY.
Patent/Copyright Infringement:
CONTRACTOR will defend and indemnify COUNTY from any claimed action, cause or demand
brought against COUNTY; to the extent such action is based on the claim that information supplied by
the CONTRACTOR infringes any patent or copyright. CONTRACTOR will pay those costs and
damages attributable to any such claims that are finally awarded against COUNTY in any action.
Such defense and payments are conditioned upon the following:
A. CONTRACTOR shall be notified promptly in writing by COUNTY of any notice of such
claim.
B. CONTRACTOR shall have the right, hereunder, at its option and expense,to obtain for
COUNTY the right to continue using the information, in the event such claim of infringement, is
made, provided no reduction in performance or loss results to COUNTY.
Confidentiality:
CONTRACTOR, its employees, sub-contractors, and their employees shall maintain the confidentiality
of all information provided by COUNTY or acquired by CONTRACTOR in performance of this
CONTRACT, except upon the prior written consent of COUNTY or an order entered by a court after
having acquired jurisdiction over COUNTY. CONTRACTOR shall immediately give to COUNTY
notice of any judicial proceeding seeking disclosure of such information. CONTRACTOR shall
indemnify and hold harmless COUNTY, its officials, agents or employees from all loss or expense,
including, but not limited to, settlements,judgments, setoffs, aftorneys'fees and costs resulting from
CONTRACTOR's breach of this provision.
Right to Review:
This CONTRACT is subject to review by any Federal, State or COUNTY auditor. COUNTY or its
designee shall have the right to review and monitor the financial and service components of this
program by whatever means are deemed expedient by the Administrative Officer or by COUNTY's
Auditor's Office. Such review may occur with or without notice and may include, but is not limited to,
on-site inspection by COUNTY agents or employees, inspection of all records or other materials which
COUNTY deems pertinent to the CONTRACT and its performance, and any and all communications
with or evaluations by service recipients under this CONTRACT. CONTRACTOR shall preserve and
maintain all financial records and records relating to the performance of work under this CONTRACT
for six(6)years after CONTRACT termination, and shall make them available for such review,within
Mason County, State of Washington, upon request. CONTRACTOR also agrees to notify the
Administrative Officer in advance of any inspections, audits, or program review by any individual,
agency, or governmental unit whose purpose is to review the services provided within the terms of
this CONTRACT. If no advance notice is given to CONTRACTOR, then CONTRACTOR agrees to
notify the Administrative Officer as soon as it is practical.
Insurance Requirements:
At a minimum, CONTRACTOR shall provide insurance that meets or exceeds the requirements
detailed in "Exhibit B-Insurance Requirements."
Insurance as a Condition of Payment:
Payments due to CONTRACTOR under this CONTRACT are expressly conditioned upon the
CONTRACTOR's strict compliance with all insurance requirements under this CONTRACT. Payment
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to CONTRACTOR shall be suspended in the event of non-compliance. Upon receipt of evidence of
full compliance, payments not otherwise subject to withholding or set-off will be released to
CONTRACTOR.
Industrial Insurance Waiver:
With respect to the performance of this CONTRACT and as to claims against COUNTY, its officers,
agents and employees, CONTRACTOR expressly waives its immunity under Title 51 of the Revised
Code of Washington, the Industrial Insurance Act, for injuries to its employees and agrees that the
obligations to indemnify, defend and hold harmless provided in this CONTRACT extend to any claim
brought by or on behalf of any employee of CONTRACTOR. This waiver is mutually negotiated by
the parties to this CONTRACT.
CONTRACTOR Commitments,Warranties and Representations:
Any written commitment received from CONTRACTOR concerning this CONTRACT shall be binding
upon CONTRACTOR, unless otherwise specifically provided herein with reference to this paragraph.
Failure of CONTRACTOR to fulfill such a commitment shall render CONTRACTOR liable for damages
to COUNTY. A commitment includes, but is not limited to, any representation made prior to execution
of this CONTRACT, whether or not incorporated elsewhere herein by reference, as to performance of
services or equipment, prices or options for future acquisition to remain in effect for a fixed period, or
warranties.
Defense and Indemnity Contract:
Indemnification by CONTRACTOR. To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONTRACTOR agrees to
indemnify, defend and hold COUNTY and its departments, elected and appointed officials,
employees, agents and volunteers, harmless from and against any and all claims, damages, losses
and expenses, including but not limited to court costs, attorneys fees and alternative dispute
resolution costs, for any personal injury, for any bodily injury, sickness, disease or death and for any
damage to or destruction of any property(including the loss of use resulting there from)which 1) are
caused in whole or in part by any act or omission, negligent or otherwise, of the CONTRACTOR, its
employees, agents or volunteers or CONTRACTOR' subcontractors and their employees, agents or
volunteers; or 2) are directly or indirectly arising out of, resulting from, or in connection with . .
performance of this CONTRACT; or 3) are based upon CONTRACTOR' or its subcontractors' use of,
presence upon or proximity to the property of COUNTY. This indemnification obligation of
CONTRACTOR shall not apply in the limited circumstance where the claim, damage, loss or expense
is caused by the sole negligence of COUNTY. This indemnification obligation of the CONTRACTOR
shall not be limited in any way by the Washington State Industrial Insurance Act, RCW Title 51, or by
application of any other workmen's compensation act, disability benefit act or other employee benefit
act, and the CONTRACTOR hereby expressly waives any immunity afforded by such acts. The
foregoing indemnification obligations of the CONTRACTOR are a material inducement to COUNTY to
enter into this CONTRACT, are reflected in CONTRACTOR's compensation, and have been mutually
negotiated by the parties.
Participation by County—No Waiver. COUNTY reserves the right, but not the obligation, to participate
in the defense of any claim, damages, losses or expenses and such participation shall not constitute a
waiver of CONTRACTOR's indemnity obligations under this CONTRACT.
Survival of CONTRACTOR' Indemnity Obligations. CONTRACTOR agrees all CONTRACTOR'S
indemnity obligations shall survive the completion, expiration or termination of this CONTRACT.
Indemnity by Subcontractors. In the event the CONTRACTOR enters into subcontracts to the extent
allowed under this CONTRACT, CONTRACTOR' subcontractors shall indemnify COUNTY on a
basis equal to or exceeding CONTRACTOR's indemnity obligations to COUNTY.
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Compliance with Applicable Laws, Rules and Regulations:
This CONTRACT shall be subject to all laws, rules, and regulations of the United States of America,
the State of Washington, political subdivisions of the State of'Washington and Mason County.
CONTRACTOR also agrees to comply with applicable Federal, State, County or municipal standards
for licensing, certification and operation of facilities and programs, and accreditation and licensing of
individuals.
Conflict of Interest
Notwithstanding, any determination by the Executive Ethics Board or other tribunal, the COUNTY
may, in its sole discretion, by written notice to CONTRACTOR terminate this contract if it is found after
due notice and examination by the COUNTY that there is a violation of the Ethics in Public Service
Act, Chapter 42.52 RCW or any similar statute involving CONTRACTOR, or any activities performed
pursuant to the contract.
Unilateral Contract Changes
The CONTRACTOR acknowledges that the COUNTY may correct typographical errors, numbering
errors or other minor grammar or punctuation error without the need to amend the agreement. The
CONTRACTOR shall be notified when any correction take place and will be provided with a corrected
copy of the contract.
Contract Monitoring and Program Review
CONTRACTOR will permit Mason County staff to visit CONTRACTOR'S premises and review
CONTRACTOR'S activities with respect to the program, and will permit the COUNTY at its own
expense, to conduct an independent financial and/or programmatic audit of the expenditures related
to this contract.
Administration Contract:
COUNTY hereby appoints, and CONTRACTOR hereby accepts,the Mason County's Community
Services Director and his or her designee, as COUNTY's representative, hereinafter referred to as the
Administrative Officer,for the purposes of administering the provisions of this CONTRACT, including
COUNTY's right to receive and act on all reports and documents, and any auditing performed by the
COUNTY related to this CONTRACT. -
The Administrative Officer for purposes of this CONTRACT is:
Lydia Buchheit, Community and Family Health & Human Services.Manager
Mason County Community Services
415 N. 6th Street
Phone: 360-427-9670 Ext. 404
Fax: 360-427-7787
E-mail: LydiaBC@-co.mason.wa.us
Financial Contact:
Casey Bingham, Finance Manager
Mason County Public Health and Human Services
415 N. 6th Street
Phone: 360-427-9670 Ext. 562
Fax: 360-427-7787
E-mail: caseyb(c_co.mason.wa.us
Notice:
Except as set forth elsewhere in the CONTRACT, for all purposes under this CONTRACT except
service of process, notice shall be given by CONTRACTOR to COUNTY's Administrative Officer
under this CONTRACT. Notices and other communication may be conducted via e-mail, U.S.
mail,fax, hand-delivery or other generally accepted manner including delivery services.
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Modifications:
Either party may request changes in the CONTRACT. Any and all agreed modifications, to be valid
and binding upon either party, shall be in writing and signed by both of the parties.
Venue and Choice of Law:
In the event that any litigation should arise concerning the construction or interpretation of any of the
terms of this CONTRACT,the venue of such action of litigation shall be in the courts of the State of
Washington and Mason County. Unless otherwise specified herein,this CONTRACT shall be
governed by the laws of Mason County and the State of Washington.
Severability:
If any term or condition of this CONTRACT or the application thereof to any person(s)or
circumstances is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other terms, conditions or applications
which can be given effect without the invalid term, condition or application. To this end, the terms and
conditions of this CONTRACT are declared severable.
Waiver:
Waiver of any breach or condition of this CONTRACT shall not be deemed a waiver of any prior or
subsequent breach. No term or condition of this CONTRACT shall be held to be waived, modified or
deleted except by an instrument, in writing, signed by the parties hereto.The failure of COUNTY to
insist upon strict performance of any of the covenants of this CONTRACT, or to exercise any option
herein conferred In any one or more instances, shall not be construed to be a waiver or
relinquishment of any such, or any other covenants or contracts, but the same shall be and remain in
full force and effect.
Order of Precedence:
A. Applicable federal, state and county statutes, WAC's, RCW's, regulations, policies, procedures,
federal Office of Management and Budget(OMB) circulars and federal and state executive orders.
B. General Terms & Conditions
C. Exhibit B Insurance Requirements
D. Exhibits A, C
Entire Contract:
This written CONTRACT, comprised of the writings signed or otherwise identified and attached
hereto, represents the entire CONTRACT between the parties and supersedes any prior oral
statements, discussions, or understandings between the parties.
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EXHIBIT A
Scope of Service
Shelter Program Grant: The Shelter Program Grant funds equitable and creative approaches to
develop or expand shelter programs and bring unsheltered people inside with the goal of exiting
participants to permanent and positive outcomes quickly.
1. Compliance to the Washington State Department of Commerce Guidelines for the Shelter
Program Grant and any subsequent revisions.
2. Adherence to the Scope of Work set forth by the Department of Commerce as Attachment A in
the contract with Mason County(Contract Number 21-4610CA 11)where Community Lifeline
has been identified as the subcontractor responsible for these requirements. In addition,
Mason County places the following specificity and requirements:
a. Outreach:
1. CONTRACTOR agrees to increase shelter stays from outlying areas such as
Belfair, Tahuya, Matlock, Hoodsport, and federally recognized tribes through
outreach and connecting people experiencing homelessness to transportation
services.
ii. CONTRACTOR agrees to create a notification system to stakeholders (e.g. law
enforcement—police and sheriff, hospital,food banks, housing, and behavioral
health agencies) on the number of shelter beds available each night.
b. Housina Focused Services:As evidence of the shelter program connecting residents to
mainstream services including behavioral health, chemical dependency
education/workforce training, employment services and permanent supportive housing:
1. CONTRACTOR shall obtain Memorandum's of Understanding (MOU)with
willing behavioral health agencies for mental health and chemical dependency
services as evidence of connecting shelter residents to these services. The
MOU shall contain referral protocols, shelter provisions for on-site services,
confidential options for telehealth, therapeutic sessions or other needs, and
coordination of plans toward housing stability. Preference is a peer service
model to work with shelter residents on Medicaid where a licensed behavioral
health agency may request reimbursement from Medicaid for program
sustainability.
c. Facility Type: CONTRACTOR agrees to establish MOU with Shelton Youth
Connection to collaborate on serving transitional aged youth and increase shelter stays
from this subpopulation.
d. Pre-Occupancy/Construction: CONTRACTOR must obtain three bids for any
construction projects authorized by the COUNTY
e. Administration: CONTRACTOR agrees to provide Mason County Public Health with a
procedure manual for staff to.follow in the event of a possible COVID-19 or other
communicable disease to include:
1. The emergency numbers, contacts, and communication procedure to follow
after-hours, on weekends or when the Executive Director is unavailable
ii. The plan and procedures for putting a person or persons into isolation or
quarantine and their care (separate bathroom, eating utensils, etc.)
iii. Directions for staff to follow to get people to testing
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EXHIBIT B
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
A. MINIMUM Insurance Requirements:
1. Commercial General Liability Insurance using Insurance Services Office"Commercial General Liability"
policy form CG 00 01,with an edition date prior to 2004, or the exact equivalent. Coverage for an
additional insured shall not be limited to its vicarious liability. Defense costs must be paid in addition to
limits. Limits shall be no less than$1,000,000 per occurrence for all covered losses and no less than
$2,000,000 general aggregate,for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage, including without
limitation, blanket contractual liability.
2.Workers' Compensation on a state-approved policy form providing statutory benefits as required by law
with employer's liability limits for CONTRACTOR's,with two (2)or more employees and/or volunteers, no
less than$1,000,000 per accident for all covered losses.
3. Business Auto Coverage on ISO Business Auto Coverage form CA 00 01 including owned, non-owned
and hired autos, or the exact equivalent. Limits shall be no less than$1,000,000 per accident,combined
single limit. If CONTRACTOR owns no vehicles, this requirement may be satisfied by a non-owned auto
endorsement to the general liability policy described above. If CONTRACTOR or CONTRACTOR's
employees will use personal autos in anyway on this project, CONTRACTOR shall obtain evidence of
personal auto liability coverage for each such person.
B. Certificate of Insurance:
A Certificate of Insurance naming COUNTY as the Certificate Holder must be provided to COUNTY within
five(5)days of CONTRACT execution.
C. Basic Stipulations:
1. CONTRACTOR agrees to endorse third party liability coverage required herein to include as additional
insureds COUNTY, its officials, employees and agents, using ISO endorsement CG 20 10 with an edition
date prior to 2004. CONTRACTOR also agrees to require all contractors, subcontractors, and anyone else
involved in this CONTRACT on behalf of the CONTRACTOR(hereinafter"indemnifying parties")to comply
with these provisions.
2. CONTRACTOR agrees to waive rights of recovery against COUNTY regardless of the applicability of
any insurance proceeds, and to require all indemnifying parties to do likewise,
3.All insurance coverage maintained or procured by CONTRACTOR or required of others by
CONTRACTOR pursuant to this CONTRACT shall be endorsed to delete the subrogation condition as to
COUNTY or must specifically allow the named insured to waive subrogation prior to a loss.
4.All coverage types and limits required are subject to approval,modification and additional requirements
by COUNTY. CONTRACTOR shall not make any reductions in scope or limits of coverage that may affect
COUNTY's protection without COUNTY's prior written consent.
5. CONTRACTOR agrees to provide evidence of the insurance required herein, satisfactory to COUNTY,
consisting of:a)certificate(s)of insurance evidencing all the coverages required and, b)an additional
insured endorsement to CONTRACTOR's general liability policy using Insurance Services Office form CG
20 10 with an edition date prior to 2004. CONTRACTOR agrees, upon request by COUNTY to provide
complete, certified copies of any policies required within 10 days of such request. COUNTY has the right,
but not the duty,to obtain any insurance it deems necessary to protect its interests.Any premium so paid
by COUNTY shall be charged to and promptly paid by CONTRACTOR or deducted from sums due
CONTRACTOR.Any actual or alleged failure on the part of COUNTY or any other additional insured under
these requirements to obtain proof of insurance required under this CONTRACT in no way waives any
right or remedy of COUNTY or any additional Insured, in this or in any other regard.
6. It is acknowledged by the parties of this CONTRACT that all insurance coverage required to be provided
by CONTRACTOR or indemnifying party, is intended to apply first and on a primary non-contributing basis
in relation to art other insurapnc9e or self-insyRoce available to COUNTY.
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7. CONTRACTOR agrees not to self-insure or to use any self-insured retentions on any portion of the
insurance required herein and further agrees that it will not allow any indemnifying party to self-insure its
obligations to COUNTY. if CONTRACTOR's existing coverage includes a self-insured retention,the self-
insured retention must be declared to the COUNTY.The COUNTY may review options with
CONTRACTOR,which may include reduction or elimination of the self-insured retention,substitution of
other coverage, or other solutions.
8. CONTRACTOR will renew the required coverage annually as long as COUNTY,or its employees or
agents face an exposure from operations of any type pursuant to this CONTRACT.This obligation applies
whether the CONTRACT is canceled or terminated for any reason.Termination of this obligation is not
effective until COUNTY executes a written statement to that effect.
9. The limits of insurance as described above shall be considered as minimum requirements. Should any
coverage carried by CONTRACTOR or a subcontractor of any tier maintain insurance with limits of liability
that exceed the required limits or coverage that is broader than as outlined above,those higher limits and
broader coverage shall be deemed to apply for the benefit of any person or organization included as an
additional insured and those limits shall become the required minimum limits of insurance in all Paragraphs
and Sections of this CONTRACT.
10. None of the policies required herein shall be in compliance with these requirements if they include any
limiting endorsement that has not been first submitted to COUNTY and approved of in writing.
11.The requirements in this Exhibit supersede all other sections and provisions of this CONTRACT to the
extent that any other section or provision conflicts with or impairs the provisions of this Exhibit.
12. Unless otherwise approved by COUNTY, insurance provided pursuant to these requirements shall be
by insurers authorized to do business in Washington and with a minimum A.M. Best rating of A:VII.
13.All insurance coverage and limits provided by CONTRACTOR and available or applicable to this
agreement are intended to apply to the full extent of the policies. Nothing contained in this CONTRACT
limits the application of such insurance coverage.
14. CONTRACTOR agrees require insurers,to provide notice to COUNTY thirty(30) days prior to
cancellation of such liability coverage or of any material alteration or non-renewal of any such coverage,
other than for non-payment of premium. CONTRACTOR shall assure that this provision also applies to any
subcontractors,joint ventures or any other party engaged by or on behalf of contractor in relation to this
agreement. Certificate(s)are to reflect that the issuer will provide thirty(30)days' notice to COUNTY of any
cancellation of coverage.
15. COUNTY reserves the right at any time during the term of the CONTRACT to change the amounts and
types of insurance required by giving the CONTRACTOR ninety(90)days advance written notice of such
change. If such change results in substantial additional cost to,the CONTRACTOR, the COUNTY and
CONTRACTOR may renegotiate CONTRACTOR's compensation.
16. Requirements of specific coverage features are not intended as limitation on other requirements or as
waiver of any coverage normally provided by any given policy.Specific reference to a coverage feature is
for purposes of clarification only as it pertains to a given issue and is not intended by any party or insured
to be all-inclusive.
17. CONTRACTOR agrees to provide immediate notice to COUNTY of any claim or loss against
CONTRACTOR arising out of the work performed under this agreement. COUNTY assumes no obligation
or liability by such notice but has the right(but not the duty)to monitor the handling of any such claim or
claims if they are likely to involve COUNTY.
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EXHIBIT C
BUDGET & COMPENSATION
Submit monthly invoices electronically to Stacey Ells, staceyeCaD-co.mason.wa.us as close to the first
(15t) of each month as possible.
The total grant award includes funding to create new beds and shelter operations.
COUNTY will reimburse up to $10,000 per shelter bed prior to occupancy for costs associated with
creating additional shelter capacity or improving existing shelters to improve occupancy rates and
positive housing outcomes. Eligible costs prior to occupancy include:
• Acquisition and construction
• Equipment
• Staff costs
• Other costs directly related to creating additional shelter capacity
COUNTY will reimburse CONTRACTOR up to $50.40 per day per net additional person sheltered
above the baseline of shelter occupancy prior to the award of the funding. Beds created on and after
January 1, 2020 are eligible. Eligible uses of funds include:
• Shelter operations including housing case management, navigation to other services, outreach
related to bringing unsheltered individuals inside and efforts to address potential impacts of
shelter on surrounding neighborhoods.
• Supporting shelter residents with move-in costs and other flexible funds are allowable costs, if
those costs directly help participants exit homelessness and obtain housing. Flexible funds
will be reimbursed as part of the$50.40 per day reimbursement rate paid for people while in
shelter.
• Shelter Maintenance
• Capital Improvements and construction
• Shelter rent and loan repayments
1 " :Monthly•Amount shown
Gom'mufiit � Lifeline Total Award for bud eikin' 'purpjgse§
Shelter Operations—Case
Management, Navigation and $250,907 $7,168.77
Outreach
Financial Assistance/ Flexible $7,200 $205.71
Funds
Shelter Maintenance $18,000 $514.28
Pre-Occupancy: Capital $34,578 n/a
Improvements & Construction
Totals $310,685 :.$7,888.77
Payment:
1. Community Lifeline will approve subcontractor invoices and submit to Mason County Public
Health attention Casey Bingham, Finance Manager(caseyb@co.mason.wa.us)for payment.
All payments follow the vendor payment cycle of Mason County Auditor's Office.
2. CONTRACTOR must include/reference the Contract Number on all documents submitted
Pr
pertaining o this CO ,TRACT.
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3. Invoicing:
a. Copy of accepted bid, work estimate, or signed agreement must be included with the
signed MASON COUNTY contract
b. Invoices of allowable expenses that includes this contract number, date of work, and
details work as referenced in the bid (design, labor, materials, permits, etc.)
c. Final fiscal close out report demonstrating project completed
d. All invoices must be submitted within thirty(30)days of the contract expiration date of
June 30, 2023.
4. Budget Revisions:
a. CONTRACTOR must submit a written request to the COUNTY for any budget
modifications prior to using program funds for expenses outside of the approved
budget.
b. Modification request must include a justification and be submitted with a revised budget
that reflects the funds use adjustment.
c. COUNTY will notify CONTRACTOR of modification decision in writing.
d. The revised budget as submitted and approved by COUNTY will be appended to this
CONTRACT without the need for a formal CONTRACT amendment.
5. Procurement: CONTRACTOR is required to procure goods and services in alignment with
Washington State procurement standards.
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