HomeMy WebLinkAboutDept. of EcologyAgreement No. WQPSNR-2021-MaCoUW-00031
WATER QUALITY PUGET SOUND NUTRIENT REDUCTION AGREEMENT
BETWEEN
THE STATE OF WASHINGTON DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY
AND
MASON COUNTY - UTILITIES AND WASTE MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT
This is a binding Agreement entered into by and between the state of Washington , Department of Ecology, hereinafter
referred to as “ECOLOGY,” and Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department, hereinafter referred to as
the “RECIPIENT,” to carry out with the provided funds activities described herein.
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
GENERAL INFORMATION
Project Title:
Total Cost:
Total Eligible Cost:
Ecology Share:
Recipient Share:
The Effective Date of this Agreement is:
The Expiration Date of this Agreement is no later than:
Project Type:
Project Short Description:
This project will assist Puget Sound Nutrient Permittees in planning, implementation or management of nutrient discharge
reduction identified in the Puget Sound Nutrient General Permit.
Project Long Description:
N/A
Overall Goal:
This project will improve water quality in the State of Washington by reducing nutrients discharged to Washington
waters of the Salish Sea.
$389,022.00
$165,900.00
$165,900.00
$0.00
07/01/2021
12/31/2025
Wastewater Facility
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Agreement No:
Project Title:
Recipient Name:
WQPSNR-2021-MaCoUW-00031
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
RECIPIENT INFORMATION
Organization Name:
Federal Tax ID:
UEI Number:SNAXPBGW4VR4
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Contacts
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
91-6001354
100 W Public Works Dr
Shelton, WA 98584
100 W Public Works Dr
Shelton, Washington 98584
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Agreement No:
Project Title:
Recipient Name:
WQPSNR-2021-MaCoUW-00031
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
Richard Dickinson
Deputy Director
100 W Public Works Drive
Shelton, WA 98584
Shelton, Washington 98584
Email: rdickinson@masoncountywa.gov
Phone: (360) 427-9670 X652
Authorized
Signatory
Michele Remmen
Sr. Acct. Tech
100 W Public Works Dr
Shelton, Washington 98584
Email: mremmen@masoncountywa.gov
Phone: (360) 427-9670 x566
Billing Contact
Project Manager
Authorized
Signatory
Loretta Swanson
Director
100 W Public Works Drive
Shelton, Washington 98584
Email: lorettas@co.mason.wa.us
Phone: (360) 427-9670
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Agreement No:
Project Title:
Recipient Name:
WQPSNR-2021-MaCoUW-00031
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
Contacts
Project
Manager
Financial
Manager
Technical
Advisor
Veronica Bridges
PO Box 47600
Olympia, Washington 98504-7600
Email: VEBR461@ecy.wa.gov
Phone: (564) 669-3842
Veronica Bridges
PO Box 47600
Olympia, Washington 98504-7600
Email: VEBR461@ecy.wa.gov
Phone: (564) 669-3842
Adrien Carroll-Perkins
PO Box 47600
Olympia, Washington 98504-7600
Email: ADCA461@ecy.wa.gov
Phone: (360) 870-7424
ECOLOGY INFORMATION
Mailing Address:
Physical Address:
Department of Ecology
Water Quality
PO BOX 47600
Olympia, WA 98504-7600
Water Quality
300 Desmond Drive SE
Lacey, WA 98503
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Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
AUTHORIZING SIGNATURES
RECIPIENT agrees to furnish the necessary personnel , equipment, materials, services, and otherwise do all things necessary
for or incidental to the performance of work as set forth in this Agreement .
RECIPIENT acknowledges that they had the opportunity to review the entire Agreement , including all the terms and conditions
of this Agreement, Scope of Work, attachments, and incorporated or referenced documents, as well as all applicable laws,
statutes, rules, regulations, and guidelines mentioned in this Agreement . Furthermore, the RECIPIENT has read, understood,
and accepts all requirements contained within this Agreement .
This Agreement contains the entire understanding between the parties , and there are no other understandings or representations
other than as set forth, or incorporated by reference, herein.
No subsequent modifications or amendments to this agreement will be of any force or effect unless in writing , signed by
authorized representatives of the RECIPIENT and ECOLOGY and made a part of this agreement . ECOLOGY and
RECIPIENT may change their respective staff contacts without the concurrence of either party .
This Agreement shall be subject to the written approval of Ecology’s authorized representative and shall not be binding until so
approved.
The signatories to this Agreement represent that they have the authority to execute this Agreement and bind their respective
organizations to this Agreement.
Washington State
Department of Ecology
Water Quality
Date Date
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management
Department
Vincent McGowan, P.E.
Director
Loretta Swanson
By:By:
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Program Manager
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Agreement No:
Project Title:
Recipient Name:
WQPSNR-2021-MaCoUW-00031
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
SCOPE OF WORK
Task Number:1 Task Cost: $16,590.00
Task Title:Grant and Loan Administration
Task Description:
A. The RECIPIENT shall carry out all work necessary to meet ECOLOGY grant or loan administration requirements .
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Maintenance of project records; submittal of requests for reimbursement and
corresponding backup documentation; progress reports; the EAGL (Ecology Administration of Grants and Loans ) recipient
closeout report; and a two-page outcome summary report (including photos, if applicable). In the event that the RECIPIENT
elects to use a contractor to complete project elements, the RECIPIENT shall retain responsibility for the oversight and
management of this funding agreement.
B. The RECIPIENT shall keep documentation that demonstrates the project is in compliance with applicable procurement ,
contracting, and interlocal agreement requirements; permitting requirements, including application for, receipt of, and
compliance with all required permits, licenses, easements, or property rights necessary for the project; and submittal of required
performance items. This documentation shall be available upon request.
C. The RECIPIENT shall maintain effective communication with ECOLOGY and maintain up -to-date staff contact information
in the EAGL system. The RECIPIENT shall carry out this project in accordance with any completion dates outlined in this
agreement.
Task Goal Statement:
Properly managed and fully documented project that meets ECOLOGY’s grant or loan administrative requirements .
Task Expected Outcome:
* Timely and complete submittal of requests for reimbursement , quarterly progress reports, Recipient Closeout Report, and
two-page outcome summary report.
* Properly maintained project documentation.
Deliverables
Grant and Loan Administration
Number Description Due Date
1.1 Progress Reports that include descriptions of work accomplished, project
challenges or changes in the project schedule. Submitted at least quarterly.
1.2 Recipient Closeout Report (EAGL Form)
1.3 Two-page Outcome Summary Report
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Agreement No:
Project Title:
Recipient Name:
WQPSNR-2021-MaCoUW-00031
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
SCOPE OF WORK
Task Number:2 Task Cost: $149,310.00
Task Title:Nutrient General Permit Implementation
Task Description:
The RECIPIENT will conduct work related to implementation of the Puget Sound Nutrient General Permit for the following
site:
•Rustlewood WWTP
Work funded under this task may include :
•Staff time, equipment, supplies, training, or other expenses related to meeting permit requirements and reducing nutrient
discharges.
•Monitoring and laboratory analysis.
•Preparation of the Nitrogen Optimization Plan, the Nutrient Reduction Evaluation, or the AKART analysis.
•Implementation of an optimization strategy.
•Equipment purchases over $10,000 must be pre-approved by ECOLOGY.
If the RECIPIENT is out of compliance with the Puget Sound Nutrient General Permit, the RECIPIENT will ensure funds are
used to attain compliance where applicable.
Task Goal Statement:
This task will improve water quality in the State of Washington by reducing the nutrients delivered to the Puget Sound by
implementing measures required by the Puget Sound Nutrient General Permit.
Task Expected Outcome:
The RECIPIENT will implement measures required by the Puget Sound Nutrient General Permit .
Deliverables
Nutrient General Permit Implementation
Number Description Due Date
2.1 Documentation of tasks completed.
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Project Title:
Recipient Name:
WQPSNR-2021-MaCoUW-00031
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
SCOPE OF WORK
Task Number:3 Task Cost: $0.00
Task Title:Cultural Resource Review
Task Description:
If any optimization strategies implemented from Task 2 include above and below ground disturbance activities, such as but not
limited to, ground disturbing BMP installations, site prep work, geotechnical work, the RECIPIENT will ensure the following
items are completed and provide the associated deliverables to ECOLOGY.
A.The RECIPIENT will submit the documents listed below to initiate ECOLOGY’s cultural resources review .
The RECIPIENT must receive written notice from ECOLOGY prior to proceeding with work . Work done prior to written
notice to proceed shall not be eligible for reimbursement.
To initiate cultural resources review:
1.The RECIPIENT will submit the Cultural Resources Review Form to ECOLOGY, using the ECOLOGY template. Any
supporting materials must conform to the Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation’s (DAHP) Washington State
Standards for Cultural Resource Reporting. The Cultural Resources Review Form template may be found on the ECOLOGY
website.
2.The RECIPIENT will submit an Inadvertent Discovery Plan (IDP) to ECOLOGY, using the ECOLOGY template. The
RECIPIENT will ensure that all contractors and subcontractors have a copy of the completed IDP prior to and while working
on-site. The IDP template may be found on the ECOLOGY website.
Task Goal Statement:
If needed based on optimization strategies implemented from Task 2, the RECIPIENT will complete all cultural reviews in a
timely manner.
Task Expected Outcome:
The project will meet the requirements set forth by the cultural resource protection requirements, rules, and regulations for state
funded projects.
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Recipient Name:
WQPSNR-2021-MaCoUW-00031
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
Deliverables
Cultural Resource Review
Number Description Due Date
3.1 ECOLOGY Cultural Resources Review Form. Email the form and any
supplemental cultural resources documentation directly to the ECOLOGY
Project Manager. DO NOT upload the cultural resources form or
documentation to EAGL.
3.2 Inadvertent Discovery Plan (IDP). Email the form directly to the ECOLOGY
Project Manager for review. Upload to EAGL once review is complete.
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Recipient Name:
WQPSNR-2021-MaCoUW-00031
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
BUDGET
Funding Distribution EG230173
NOTE: The above funding distribution number is used to identify this specific agreement and budget on payment
remittances and may be referenced on other communications from ECOLOGY. Your agreement may have multiple
funding distribution numbers to identify each budget.
Title:
State
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction
100%
The Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant Program provides grants to specific
wastewater treatment facilities that discharge to Puget Sound . The grants are provided
for planning and/or process efficiencies for meeting requirements of the Puget Sound
Nutrient General Permit.
Type:
Funding Source %:
Description:
FDFund:
Approved Indirect Costs Rate:
Recipient Match %:
InKind Interlocal Allowed:
InKind Other Allowed:
Is this Funding Distribution used to match a federal grant? No
Approved State Indirect Rate: 30%
0%
No
No
Funding Title:
Funding Source:
Funding Expiration Date:
Funding Type:
Funding Effective Date:
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant 2021
07/01/2021 12/31/2025
Grant
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant 2021 Task Total
Grant and Loan Administration 16,590.00$
Nutrient General Permit Implementation 149,310.00$
Cultural Resource Review 0.00$
165,900.00$Total:
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Recipient Name:
WQPSNR-2021-MaCoUW-00031
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
Funding Distribution Summary
Recipient / Ecology Share
Recipient Share Ecology Share TotalRecipient Match %Funding Distribution Name
$$$%165,900.00 165,900.000.000.00Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction
Grant 2021
Total $$0.00 165,900.00 $165,900.00
AGREEMENT SPECIFIC TERMS AND CONDITIONS
N/A
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Water Quality Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant Special Terms and Conditions
A. Electronic Fund Transfers: Payment will be issued through Washington State’s Office of Financial Management’s Statewide
Payee Desk. To receive payment you must register as a statewide vendor by submitting a statewide vendor registration form
and an IRS W-9 form at website, https://ofm.wa.gov/it-systems/statewide-vendorpayee-services. If you have questions about
the vendor registration process or electronic fund transfers, you can contact Statewide Payee Help Desk at (360) 407-8180
or email PayeeRegistration@ofm.wa.gov.
B. Equipment Purchase: Equipment purchases over $5,000 and not included in the scope of work or the Ecology approved
construction plans and specifications, must be pre-approved by ECOLOGY’s project manager before purchase . All
equipment purchases over $5,000 and not included in a contract for work being completed on the funded project, must also
be reported on the Equipment Purchase Report in EAGL.
C. Funding Recognition: The RECIPIENT must inform the public about ECOLOGY funding participation in this project
through the use of project signs, acknowledgement in published materials, reports, the news media, websites, or other public
announcements. Projects addressing site-specific locations must utilize appropriately sized and weather-resistant signs. Sign
logos are available from ECOLOGY’s Financial Manager upon request .
D. Lobbying and Litigation: Costs incurred for the purposes of lobbying or litigation are not eligible for funding under this
agreement.
E. Post Project Assessment Survey: The RECIPIENT agrees to participate in a brief survey regarding the key project results
or water quality project outcomes and the status of long-term environmental results or goals from the project approximately
three years after project completion. A representative from ECOLOGY’s Water Quality Program may contact the
RECIPIENT to request this data. ECOLOGY may also conduct site interviews and inspections , and may otherwise evaluate
the project, as part of this assessment.
F. Project Status Evaluation: ECOLOGY may evaluate the status of this project 18 months from the effective date of this
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Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
agreement. ECOLOGY’s Project Manager and Financial Manager will meet with the RECIPIENT to review spending trends ,
completion of outcome measures, and overall project administration and performance. If the RECIPIENT fails to make
satisfactory progress toward achieving project outcomes, ECOLOGY may change the scope of work, reduce grant funds, or
increase oversight measures.
GENERAL FEDERAL CONDITIONS
If a portion or all of the funds for this agreement are provided through federal funding sources or this agreement is
used to match a federal grant award, the following terms and conditions apply to you.
A. CERTIFICATION REGARDING SUSPENSION, DEBARMENT, INELIGIBILITY OR VOLUNTARY
EXCLUSION:
1.The RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR, by signing this agreement, certifies that it is not suspended, debarred, proposed for
debarment, declared ineligible or otherwise excluded from contracting with the federal government, or from receiving
contracts paid for with federal funds. If the RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR is unable to certify to the statements
contained in the certification, they must provide an explanation as to why they cannot.
2.The RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR shall provide immediate written notice to ECOLOGY if at any time the
RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR learns that its certification was erroneous when submitted or had become erroneous by
reason of changed circumstances.
3.The terms covered transaction, debarred, suspended, ineligible, lower tier covered transaction, participant, person,
primary covered transaction, principal, proposal, and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, have the meaning set
out in the Definitions and Coverage sections of rules implementing Executive Order 12549. You may contact
ECOLOGY for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations .
4.The RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR agrees it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a
person who is proposed for debarment under the applicable Code of Federal Regulations, debarred, suspended,
declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction.
5.The RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR further agrees by signing this agreement , that it will include this clause titled
“CERTIFICATION REGARDING SUSPENSION, DEBARMENT, INELIGIBILITY OR VOLUNTARY
EXCLUSION” without modification in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered
transactions.
6.Pursuant to 2CFR180.330, the RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR is responsible for ensuring that any lower tier covered
transaction complies with certification of suspension and debarment requirements.
7.RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR acknowledges that failing to disclose the information required in the Code of Federal
Regulations may result in the delay or negation of this funding agreement, or pursuance of legal remedies, including
suspension and debarment.
8.RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR agrees to keep proof in its agreement file , that it, and all lower tier recipients or
contractors, are not suspended or debarred, and will make this proof available to ECOLOGY before requests for
reimbursements will be approved for payment. RECIPIENT/CONTRACTOR must run a search in
<http://www.sam.gov> and print a copy of completed searches to document proof of compliance.
B. FEDERAL FUNDING ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANSPARENCY ACT (FFATA) REPORTING
REQUIREMENTS:
CONTRACTOR/RECIPIENT must complete the FFATA Data Collection Form (ECY 070-395) and return it with the
signed agreement to ECOLOGY.
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Recipient Name:
WQPSNR-2021-MaCoUW-00031
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
Any CONTRACTOR/RECIPIENT that meets each of the criteria below must report compensation for its five
top executives using the FFATA Data Collection Form .
·Receives more than $30,000 in federal funds under this award.
·Receives more than 80 percent of its annual gross revenues from federal funds.
·Receives more than $25,000,000 in annual federal funds.
Ecology will not pay any invoices until it has received a completed and signed FFATA Data Collection Form . Ecology is
required to report the FFATA information for federally funded agreements , including the required Unique Entity Identifier in
www.sam.gov <http://www.sam.gov/> within 30 days of agreement signature. The FFATA information will be available to
the public at www.usaspending.gov <http://www.usaspending.gov/>.
For more details on FFATA requirements, see www.fsrs.gov <http://www.fsrs.gov/>.
C. FEDERAL FUNDING PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN TELECOMMUNICATIONS OR VIDEO SURVEILLANCE
SERVICES OR EQUIPMENT:
As required by 2 CFR 200.216, federal grant or loan recipients and subrecipients are prohibited from obligating or expending
loan or grant funds to:
1.Procure or obtain;
2.Extend or renew a contract to procure or obtain; or
3.Enter into a contract (or extend or renew a contract) to procure or obtain equipment, services, or systems that use
covered telecommunications equipment, video surveillance services or services as a substantial or essential component
of any system, or as critical technology as part of any system. As described in Public Law 115-232
<https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/PLAW-115publ232/pdf/PLAW-115publ232.pdf>, section 889, covered
telecommunications equipment is telecommunications equipment produced by Huawei Technologies Company or ZTE
Corporation (or any subsidiary or affiliate of such entities ).
Recipients, subrecipients, and borrowers also may not use federal funds to purchase certain prohibited equipment, systems, or
services, including equipment, systems, or services produced or provided by entities identified in section 889, are recorded in
the System for Award Management (SAM) <https://sam.gov/SAM/> exclusion list.
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GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Pertaining to Grant and Loan Agreements With the state of Washington, Department of Ecology
GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
For DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY GRANTS and LOANS
06/24/2021 Version
1. ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
a) RECIPIENT shall follow the "Administrative Requirements for Recipients of Ecology Grants and Loans – EAGL Edition ."
(https://fortress.wa.gov/ecy/publications/SummaryPages/1701004.html)
b) RECIPIENT shall complete all activities funded by this Agreement and be fully responsible for the proper management of all
funds and resources made available under this Agreement .
c) RECIPIENT agrees to take complete responsibility for all actions taken under this Agreement , including ensuring all
subgrantees and contractors comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement . ECOLOGY reserves the right to request
proof of compliance by subgrantees and contractors.
d) RECIPIENT’s activities under this Agreement shall be subject to the review and approval by ECOLOGY for the extent and
character of all work and services.
2. AMENDMENTS AND MODIFICATIONS
This Agreement may be altered, amended, or waived only by a written amendment executed by both parties. No subsequent
modification(s) or amendment(s) of this Agreement will be of any force or effect unless in writing and signed by authorized
representatives of both parties. ECOLOGY and the RECIPIENT may change their respective staff contacts and administrative
information without the concurrence of either party.
3. ACCESSIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR COVERED TECHNOLOGY
The RECIPIENT must comply with the Washington State Office of the Chief Information Officer , OCIO Policy no. 188,
Accessibility (https://ocio.wa.gov/policy/accessibility) as it relates to “covered technology.” This requirement applies to all
products supplied under the Agreement , providing equal access to information technology by individuals with disabilities,
including and not limited to web sites/pages, web-based applications, software systems, video and audio content, and electronic
documents intended for publishing on Ecology’s public web site .
4. ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES
RECIPIENT shall take all reasonable action to avoid, minimize, or mitigate adverse effects to archaeological and historic
archaeological sites, historic buildings/structures, traditional cultural places, sacred sites, or other cultural resources, hereby
referred to as Cultural Resources.
The RECIPIENT must agree to hold harmless ECOLOGY in relation to any claim related to Cultural Resources discovered ,
disturbed, or damaged due to the RECIPIENT’s project funded under this Agreement .
RECIPIENT shall:
a) Contact the ECOLOGY Program issuing the grant or loan to discuss any Cultural Resources requirements for their project :
• Cultural Resource Consultation and Review should be initiated early in the project planning process and must be completed
prior to expenditure of Agreement funds as required by applicable State and Federal requirements .
* For state funded construction, demolition, or land acquisitions, comply with Governor Executive Order 21-02, Archaeological
and Cultural Resources.
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• For projects with any federal involvement, comply with the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 (Section 106).
b) If required by the ECOLOGY Program, submit an Inadvertent Discovery Plan (IDP) to ECOLOGY prior to implementing
any project that involves field activities. ECOLOGY will provide the IDP form.
RECIPIENT shall:
• Keep the IDP at the project site.
• Make the IDP readily available to anyone working at the project site .
• Discuss the IDP with staff, volunteers, and contractors working at the project site.
• Implement the IDP when Cultural Resources or human remains are found at the project site .
c) If any Cultural Resources are found while conducting work under this Agreement , follow the protocol outlined in the project
IDP.
• Immediately stop work and notify the ECOLOGY Program, who will notify the Department of Archaeology and Historic
Preservation at (360) 586-3065, any affected Tribe, and the local government.
d) If any human remains are found while conducting work under this Agreement , follow the protocol outlined in the project
IDP.
• Immediately stop work and notify the local Law Enforcement Agency or Medical Examiner /Coroner’s Office, the
Department of Archaeology and Historic Preservation at (360) 790-1633, and then the ECOLOGY Program.
e) Comply with RCW 27.53, RCW 27.44, and RCW 68.50.645, and all other applicable local, state, and federal laws
protecting Cultural Resources and human remains.
5. ASSIGNMENT
No right or claim of the RECIPIENT arising under this Agreement shall be transferred or assigned by the RECIPIENT .
6. COMMUNICATION
RECIPIENT shall make every effort to maintain effective communications with the RECIPIENT 's designees, ECOLOGY, all
affected local, state, or federal jurisdictions, and any interested individuals or groups.
7. COMPENSATION
a) Any work performed prior to effective date of this Agreement will be at the sole expense and risk of the RECIPIENT .
ECOLOGY must sign the Agreement before any payment requests can be submitted .
b) Payments will be made on a reimbursable basis for approved and completed work as specified in this Agreement .
c) RECIPIENT is responsible to determine if costs are eligible. Any questions regarding eligibility should be clarified with
ECOLOGY prior to incurring costs. Costs that are conditionally eligible require approval by ECOLOGY prior to expenditure .
d) RECIPIENT shall not invoice more than once per month unless agreed on by ECOLOGY .
e) ECOLOGY will not process payment requests without the proper reimbursement forms , Progress Report and supporting
documentation. ECOLOGY will provide instructions for submitting payment requests .
f) ECOLOGY will pay the RECIPIENT thirty (30) days after receipt of a properly completed request for payment.
g) RECIPIENT will receive payment through Washington State’s Office of Financial Management’s Statewide Payee Desk .
To receive payment you must register as a statewide vendor by submitting a statewide vendor registration form and an IRS W -9
form at website, https://ofm.wa.gov/it-systems/statewide-vendorpayee-services. If you have questions about the vendor
registration process, you can contact Statewide Payee Help Desk at (360) 407-8180 or email PayeeRegistration@ofm.wa.gov.
h) ECOLOGY may, at its sole discretion, withhold payments claimed by the RECIPIENT if the RECIPIENT fails to
satisfactorily comply with any term or condition of this Agreement .
i) Monies withheld by ECOLOGY may be paid to the RECIPIENT when the work described herein , or a portion thereof, has
been completed if, at ECOLOGY's sole discretion, such payment is reasonable and approved according to this Agreement , as
appropriate, or upon completion of an audit as specified herein.
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Recipient Name:
WQPSNR-2021-MaCoUW-00031
Puget Sound Nutrient Reduction Grant
Mason County - Utilities and Waste Management Department
j) RECIPIENT must submit within thirty (30) days after the expiration date of this Agreement, all financial, performance, and
other reports required by this Agreement. Failure to comply may result in delayed reimbursement.
8. COMPLIANCE WITH ALL LAWS
RECIPIENT agrees to comply fully with all applicable federal, state and local laws, orders, regulations, and permits related to
this Agreement, including but not limited to:
a) RECIPIENT agrees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies of the United States and the State of
Washington which affect wages and job safety .
b) RECIPIENT agrees to be bound by all applicable federal and state laws , regulations, and policies against discrimination.
c) RECIPIENT certifies full compliance with all applicable state industrial insurance requirements .
d) RECIPIENT agrees to secure and provide assurance to ECOLOGY that all the necessary approvals and permits required
by authorities having jurisdiction over the project are obtained. RECIPIENT must include time in their project timeline for the
permit and approval processes.
ECOLOGY shall have the right to immediately terminate for cause this Agreement as provided herein if the RECIPIENT fails to
comply with above requirements.
If any provision of this Agreement violates any statute or rule of law of the state of Washington , it is considered modified to
conform to that statute or rule of law.
9. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
RECIPIENT and ECOLOGY agree that any officer, member, agent, or employee, who exercises any function or responsibility
in the review, approval, or carrying out of this Agreement, shall not have any personal or financial interest, direct or indirect, nor
affect the interest of any corporation, partnership, or association in which he/she is a part, in this Agreement or the proceeds
thereof.
10. CONTRACTING FOR GOODS AND SERVICES
RECIPIENT may contract to buy goods or services related to its performance under this Agreement . RECIPIENT shall award
all contracts for construction, purchase of goods, equipment, services, and professional architectural and engineering services
through a competitive process, if required by State law. RECIPIENT is required to follow procurement procedures that ensure
legal, fair, and open competition.
RECIPIENT must have a standard procurement process or follow current state procurement procedures . RECIPIENT may be
required to provide written certification that they have followed their standard procurement procedures and applicable state law
in awarding contracts under this Agreement .
ECOLOGY reserves the right to inspect and request copies of all procurement documentation , and review procurement
practices related to this Agreement. Any costs incurred as a result of procurement practices not in compliance with state
procurement law or the RECIPIENT's normal procedures may be disallowed at ECOLOGY’s sole discretion .
11. DISPUTES
When there is a dispute with regard to the extent and character of the work, or any other matter related to this Agreement the
determination of ECOLOGY will govern, although the RECIPIENT shall have the right to appeal decisions as provided for
below:
a) RECIPIENT notifies the funding program of an appeal request .
b) Appeal request must be in writing and state the disputed issue(s).
c) RECIPIENT has the opportunity to be heard and offer evidence in support of its appeal .
d) ECOLOGY reviews the RECIPIENT’s appeal.
e) ECOLOGY sends a written answer within ten (10) business days, unless more time is needed, after concluding the review.
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The decision of ECOLOGY from an appeal will be final and conclusive , unless within thirty (30) days from the date of such
decision, the RECIPIENT furnishes to the Director of ECOLOGY a written appeal. The decision of the Director or duly
authorized representative will be final and conclusive.
The parties agree that this dispute process will precede any action in a judicial or quasi-judicial tribunal.
Appeals of the Director's decision will be brought in the Superior Court of Thurston County . Review of the Director’s decision
will not be taken to Environmental and Land Use Hearings Office .
Pending final decision of a dispute, the RECIPIENT agrees to proceed diligently with the performance of this Agreement and in
accordance with the decision rendered.
Nothing in this Agreement will be construed to limit the parties’ choice of another mutually acceptable method , in addition to the
dispute resolution procedure outlined above.
12. ENVIRONMENTAL DATA STANDARDS
a) RECIPIENT shall prepare a Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) for a project that collects or uses environmental
measurement data. RECIPIENTS unsure about whether a QAPP is required for their project shall contact the ECOLOGY
Program issuing the grant or loan. If a QAPP is required, the RECIPIENT shall:
• Use ECOLOGY’s QAPP Template/Checklist provided by the ECOLOGY, unless ECOLOGY Quality Assurance (QA)
officer or the Program QA coordinator instructs otherwise.
• Follow ECOLOGY’s Guidelines for Preparing Quality Assurance Project Plans for Environmental Studies , July 2004
(Ecology Publication No. 04-03-030).
• Submit the QAPP to ECOLOGY for review and approval before the start of the work .
b) RECIPIENT shall submit environmental data that was collected on a project to ECOLOGY using the Environmental
Information Management system (EIM), unless the ECOLOGY Program instructs otherwise. The RECIPIENT must confirm
with ECOLOGY that complete and correct data was successfully loaded into EIM , find instructions at:
http://www.ecy.wa.gov/eim.
c) RECIPIENT shall follow ECOLOGY’s data standards when Geographic Information System (GIS) data is collected and
processed. Guidelines for Creating and Accessing GIS Data are available at :
https://ecology.wa.gov/Research-Data/Data-resources/Geographic-Information-Systems-GIS/Standards. RECIPIENT, when
requested by ECOLOGY, shall provide copies to ECOLOGY of all final GIS data layers, imagery, related tables, raw data
collection files, map products, and all metadata and project documentation.
13. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement will be governed by the laws of the State of Washington , and the venue of any action brought hereunder will be
in the Superior Court of Thurston County.
14. INDEMNIFICATION
ECOLOGY will in no way be held responsible for payment of salaries , consultant's fees, and other costs related to the project
described herein, except as provided in the Scope of Work.
To the extent that the Constitution and laws of the State of Washington permit , each party will indemnify and hold the other
harmless from and against any liability for any or all injuries to persons or property arising from the negligent act or omission of
that party or that party's agents or employees arising out of this Agreement .
15. INDEPENDENT STATUS
The employees, volunteers, or agents of each party who are engaged in the performance of this Agreement will continue to be
employees, volunteers, or agents of that party and will not for any purpose be employees, volunteers, or agents of the other
party.
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16. KICKBACKS
RECIPIENT is prohibited from inducing by any means any person employed or otherwise involved in this Agreement to give up
any part of the compensation to which he/she is otherwise entitled to or receive any fee, commission, or gift in return for award
of a subcontract hereunder.
17. MINORITY AND WOMEN’S BUSINESS ENTERPRISES (MWBE)
RECIPIENT is encouraged to solicit and recruit, to the extent possible, certified minority-owned (MBE) and women-owned
(WBE) businesses in purchases and contracts initiated under this Agreement .
Contract awards or rejections cannot be made based on MWBE participation; however, the RECIPIENT is encouraged to
take the following actions, when possible, in any procurement under this Agreement :
a) Include qualified minority and women's businesses on solicitation lists whenever they are potential sources of goods or
services.
b) Divide the total requirements, when economically feasible, into smaller tasks or quantities, to permit maximum participation
by qualified minority and women's businesses.
c) Establish delivery schedules, where work requirements permit, which will encourage participation of qualified minority and
women's businesses.
d) Use the services and assistance of the Washington State Office of Minority and Women 's Business Enterprises (OMWBE)
(866-208-1064) and the Office of Minority Business Enterprises of the U.S. Department of Commerce, as appropriate.
18. ORDER OF PRECEDENCE
In the event of inconsistency in this Agreement, unless otherwise provided herein, the inconsistency shall be resolved by giving
precedence in the following order: (a) applicable federal and state statutes and regulations; (b) The Agreement; (c) Scope of
Work; (d) Special Terms and Conditions; (e) Any provisions or terms incorporated herein by reference, including the
"Administrative Requirements for Recipients of Ecology Grants and Loans"; (f) Ecology Funding Program Guidelines; and (g)
General Terms and Conditions.
19. PRESENTATION AND PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS
ECOLOGY reserves the right to approve RECIPIENT’s communication documents and materials related to the fulfillment of
this Agreement:
a) If requested, RECIPIENT shall provide a draft copy to ECOLOGY for review and approval ten (10) business days prior to
production and distribution.
b) RECIPIENT shall include time for ECOLOGY’s review and approval process in their project timeline .
c) If requested, RECIPIENT shall provide ECOLOGY two (2) final copies and an electronic copy of any tangible products
developed.
Copies include any printed materials, and all tangible products developed such as brochures, manuals, pamphlets, videos, audio
tapes, CDs, curriculum, posters, media announcements, or gadgets with a message, such as a refrigerator magnet, and any
online communications, such as web pages, blogs, and twitter campaigns. If it is not practical to provide a copy, then the
RECIPIENT shall provide a description (photographs, drawings, printouts, etc.) that best represents the item.
Any communications intended for public distribution that uses ECOLOGY’s logo shall comply with ECOLOGY’s graphic
requirements and any additional requirements specified in this Agreement . Before the use of ECOLOGY’s logo contact
ECOLOGY for guidelines.
RECIPIENT shall acknowledge in the communications that funding was provided by ECOLOGY .
20. PROGRESS REPORTING
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a) RECIPIENT must satisfactorily demonstrate the timely use of funds by submitting payment requests and progress reports to
ECOLOGY. ECOLOGY reserves the right to amend or terminate this Agreement if the RECIPIENT does not document
timely use of funds.
b) RECIPIENT must submit a progress report with each payment request . Payment requests will not be processed without a
progress report. ECOLOGY will define the elements and frequency of progress reports .
c) RECIPIENT shall use ECOLOGY’s provided progress report format.
d) Quarterly progress reports will cover the periods from January 1 through March 31, April 1 through June 30, July 1 through
September 30, and October 1 through December 31. Reports shall be submitted within thirty (30) days after the end of the
quarter being reported.
e) RECIPIENT must submit within thirty (30) days of the expiration date of the project, unless an extension has been approved
by ECOLOGY, all financial, performance, and other reports required by the Agreement and funding program guidelines .
RECIPIENT shall use the ECOLOGY provided closeout report format.
21. PROPERTY RIGHTS
a) Copyrights and Patents. When the RECIPIENT creates any copyrightable materials or invents any patentable property
under this Agreement, the RECIPIENT may copyright or patent the same but ECOLOGY retains a royalty free , nonexclusive,
and irrevocable license to reproduce, publish, recover, or otherwise use the material(s) or property, and to authorize others to
use the same for federal, state, or local government purposes.
b) Publications. When the RECIPIENT or persons employed by the RECIPIENT use or publish ECOLOGY information ;
present papers, lectures, or seminars involving information supplied by ECOLOGY; or use logos, reports, maps, or other data
in printed reports, signs, brochures, pamphlets, etc., appropriate credit shall be given to ECOLOGY.
c) Presentation and Promotional Materials. ECOLOGY shall have the right to use or reproduce any printed or graphic
materials produced in fulfillment of this Agreement , in any manner ECOLOGY deems appropriate. ECOLOGY shall
acknowledge the RECIPIENT as the sole copyright owner in every use or reproduction of the materials .
d) Tangible Property Rights. ECOLOGY's current edition of "Administrative Requirements for Recipients of Ecology Grants
and Loans," shall control the use and disposition of all real and personal property purchased wholly or in part with funds
furnished by ECOLOGY in the absence of state and federal statutes , regulations, or policies to the contrary, or upon specific
instructions with respect thereto in this Agreement .
e) Personal Property Furnished by ECOLOGY. When ECOLOGY provides personal property directly to the RECIPIENT
for use in performance of the project, it shall be returned to ECOLOGY prior to final payment by ECOLOGY . If said property
is lost, stolen, or damaged while in the RECIPIENT's possession, then ECOLOGY shall be reimbursed in cash or by setoff by
the RECIPIENT for the fair market value of such property .
f) Acquisition Projects. The following provisions shall apply if the project covered by this Agreement includes funds for the
acquisition of land or facilities:
1. RECIPIENT shall establish that the cost is fair value and reasonable prior to disbursement of funds provided for in this
Agreement.
2. RECIPIENT shall provide satisfactory evidence of title or ability to acquire title for each parcel prior to disbursement of
funds provided by this Agreement. Such evidence may include title insurance policies, Torrens certificates, or abstracts, and
attorney's opinions establishing that the land is free from any impediment, lien, or claim which would impair the uses intended by
this Agreement.
g) Conversions. Regardless of the Agreement expiration date , the RECIPIENT shall not at any time convert any equipment ,
property, or facility acquired or developed under this Agreement to uses other than those for which assistance was originally
approved without prior written approval of ECOLOGY. Such approval may be conditioned upon payment to ECOLOGY of
that portion of the proceeds of the sale, lease, or other conversion or encumbrance which monies granted pursuant to this
Agreement bear to the total acquisition, purchase, or construction costs of such property.
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22. RECORDS, AUDITS, AND INSPECTIONS
RECIPIENT shall maintain complete program and financial records relating to this Agreement , including any engineering
documentation and field inspection reports of all construction work accomplished.
All records shall:
a) Be kept in a manner which provides an audit trail for all expenditures.
b) Be kept in a common file to facilitate audits and inspections.
c) Clearly indicate total receipts and expenditures related to this Agreement .
d) Be open for audit or inspection by ECOLOGY, or by any duly authorized audit representative of the State of Washington ,
for a period of at least three (3) years after the final grant payment or loan repayment, or any dispute resolution hereunder.
RECIPIENT shall provide clarification and make necessary adjustments if any audits or inspections identify discrepancies in the
records.
ECOLOGY reserves the right to audit, or have a designated third party audit, applicable records to ensure that the state has
been properly invoiced. Any remedies and penalties allowed by law to recover monies determined owed will be enforced.
Repetitive instances of incorrect invoicing or inadequate records may be considered cause for termination.
All work performed under this Agreement and any property and equipment purchased shall be made available to ECOLOGY
and to any authorized state, federal or local representative for inspection at any time during the course of this Agreement and for
at least three (3) years following grant or loan termination or dispute resolution hereunder.
RECIPIENT shall provide right of access to ECOLOGY, or any other authorized representative, at all reasonable times, in
order to monitor and evaluate performance, compliance, and any other conditions under this Agreement .
23. RECOVERY OF FUNDS
The right of the RECIPIENT to retain monies received as reimbursement payments is contingent upon satisfactory performance
of this Agreement and completion of the work described in the Scope of Work .
All payments to the RECIPIENT are subject to approval and audit by ECOLOGY , and any unauthorized expenditure(s) or
unallowable cost charged to this Agreement shall be refunded to ECOLOGY by the RECIPIENT .
RECIPIENT shall refund to ECOLOGY the full amount of any erroneous payment or overpayment under this Agreement .
RECIPIENT shall refund by check payable to ECOLOGY the amount of any such reduction of payments or repayments within
thirty (30) days of a written notice. Interest will accrue at the rate of twelve percent (12%) per year from the time ECOLOGY
demands repayment of funds.
Any property acquired under this Agreement , at the option of ECOLOGY, may become ECOLOGY's property and the
RECIPIENT's liability to repay monies will be reduced by an amount reflecting the fair value of such property.
24. SEVERABILITY
If any provision of this Agreement or any provision of any document incorporated by reference shall be held invalid , such
invalidity shall not affect the other provisions of this Agreement which can be given effect without the invalid provision , and to
this end the provisions of this Agreement are declared to be severable .
25. STATE ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY ACT (SEPA)
RECIPIENT must demonstrate to ECOLOGY’s satisfaction that compliance with the requirements of the State Environmental
Policy Act (Chapter 43.21C RCW and Chapter 197-11 WAC) have been or will be met. Any reimbursements are subject to
this provision.
26. SUSPENSION
When in the best interest of ECOLOGY, ECOLOGY may at any time, and without cause, suspend this Agreement or any
portion thereof for a temporary period by written notice from ECOLOGY to the RECIPIENT . RECIPIENT shall resume
performance on the next business day following the suspension period unless another day is specified by ECOLOGY.
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27. SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES
In order to sustain Washington’s natural resources and ecosystems , the RECIPIENT is fully encouraged to implement
sustainable practices and to purchase environmentally preferable products under this Agreement .
a) Sustainable practices may include such activities as: use of clean energy, use of double-sided printing, hosting low impact
meetings, and setting up recycling and composting programs.
b) Purchasing may include such items as: sustainably produced products and services, EPEAT registered computers and
imaging equipment, independently certified green cleaning products, remanufactured toner cartridges, products with reduced
packaging, office products that are refillable , rechargeable, and recyclable, 100% post-consumer recycled paper, and toxic free
products.
For more suggestions visit ECOLOGY’s web page, Green Purchasing,
https://ecology.wa.gov/Regulations-Permits/Guidance-technical-assistance/Sustainable-purchasing.
28. TERMINATION
a) For Cause
ECOLOGY may terminate for cause this Agreement with a seven (7) calendar days prior written notification to the
RECIPIENT, at the sole discretion of ECOLOGY, for failing to perform an Agreement requirement or for a material breach of
any term or condition. If this Agreement is so terminated, the parties shall be liable only for performance rendered or costs
incurred in accordance with the terms of this Agreement prior to the effective date of termination .
Failure to Commence Work. ECOLOGY reserves the right to terminate this Agreement if RECIPIENT fails to commence work
on the project funded within four (4) months after the effective date of this Agreement, or by any date mutually agreed upon in
writing for commencement of work, or the time period defined within the Scope of Work .
Non-Performance. The obligation of ECOLOGY to the RECIPIENT is contingent upon satisfactory performance by the
RECIPIENT of all of its obligations under this Agreement. In the event the RECIPIENT unjustifiably fails, in the opinion of
ECOLOGY, to perform any obligation required of it by this Agreement , ECOLOGY may refuse to pay any further funds,
terminate in whole or in part this Agreement, and exercise any other rights under this Agreement .
Despite the above, the RECIPIENT shall not be relieved of any liability to ECOLOGY for damages sustained by ECOLOGY
and the State of Washington because of any breach of this Agreement by the RECIPIENT . ECOLOGY may withhold
payments for the purpose of setoff until such time as the exact amount of damages due ECOLOGY from the RECIPIENT is
determined.
b) For Convenience
ECOLOGY may terminate for convenience this Agreement , in whole or in part, for any reason when it is the best interest of
ECOLOGY, with a thirty (30) calendar days prior written notification to the RECIPIENT, except as noted below. If this
Agreement is so terminated, the parties shall be liable only for performance rendered or costs incurred in accordance with the
terms of this Agreement prior to the effective date of termination .
Non-Allocation of Funds. ECOLOGY’s ability to make payments is contingent on availability of funding . In the event funding
from state, federal or other sources is withdrawn, reduced, or limited in any way after the effective date and prior to the
completion or expiration date of this Agreement, ECOLOGY, at its sole discretion, may elect to terminate the Agreement, in
whole or part, or renegotiate the Agreement, subject to new funding limitations or conditions. ECOLOGY may also elect to
suspend performance of the Agreement until ECOLOGY determines the funding insufficiency is resolved . ECOLOGY may
exercise any of these options with no notification or restrictions, although ECOLOGY will make a reasonable attempt to provide
notice.
In the event of termination or suspension, ECOLOGY will reimburse eligible costs incurred by the RECIPIENT through the
effective date of termination or suspension. Reimbursed costs must be agreed to by ECOLOGY and the RECIPIENT . In no
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event shall ECOLOGY’s reimbursement exceed ECOLOGY’s total responsibility under the Agreement and any amendments .
If payments have been discontinued by ECOLOGY due to unavailable funds , the RECIPIENT shall not be obligated to repay
monies which had been paid to the RECIPIENT prior to such termination .
RECIPIENT’s obligation to continue or complete the work described in this Agreement shall be contingent upon availability of
funds by the RECIPIENT's governing body.
c) By Mutual Agreement
ECOLOGY and the RECIPIENT may terminate this Agreement, in whole or in part, at any time, by mutual written agreement.
d) In Event of Termination
All finished or unfinished documents, data studies, surveys, drawings, maps, models, photographs, reports or other materials
prepared by the RECIPIENT under this Agreement, at the option of ECOLOGY, will become property of ECOLOGY and the
RECIPIENT shall be entitled to receive just and equitable compensation for any satisfactory work completed on such
documents and other materials.
Nothing contained herein shall preclude ECOLOGY from demanding repayment of all funds paid to the RECIPIENT in
accordance with Recovery of Funds, identified herein.
29. THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARY
RECIPIENT shall ensure that in all subcontracts entered into by the RECIPIENT pursuant to this Agreement , the state of
Washington is named as an express third party beneficiary of such subcontracts with full rights as such .
30. WAIVER
Waiver of a default or breach of any provision of this Agreement is not a waiver of any subsequent default or breach , and will
not be construed as a modification of the terms of this Agreement unless stated as such in writing by the authorized
representative of ECOLOGY.
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