NCS000446_Municipal SCM O&M with Aqualis_20201218

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June 26, 2020
Jessica Bolin, PE
Town of Apex
105-B Upchurch St.
Apex, NC 27502
RE: RFP For Stormwater Control Measure
AQUALIS Stormwater Management presents this bid and proposal for Stormwater Maintenance Services
to the Town of Apex. Since 2001, AQUALIS has developed a comprehensive and effective approach to
managing stormwater facilities that ensures proper function and regulatory compliance. We are excited
about our potential to be a true partner with the Town of Apex and are eager to share the qualification and
ideas included herein with you and the other members of the selection committee.
Please find attached the following*
• Town of Apex BMP Maintenance RFP bid submittal
• Detailed Scope of Work
• General References
• Certificate of Liability Insurance Coverages
We strive to bring innovation and improvements to the stormwater industry every day. Developing cutting
edge stormwater credit programs, including and enhancing technology with our services, documenting all
aspects of our work, providing a client portal for you to access all Town of Apex data, weekly Quality
Assurance and Quality Control programs and focused KPls for our teams allows us to remain focused and
committed to water quality excellence through superior stormwater management.
Sincerely,
Michael F. Brewer
Executive Vice President — Client Success
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Town of Apex
Request for Proposals
All interested parties are required to visit each site to be informed of current conditions
and to provide the prices for the following items:
Iteln
Facility
SCM Type
Quantity
Annual Maintenance
No
Price
Wet Pond
1
$ 3,225,00
1
Apex Town Hall"
UDS (Pipe
1
$ GUU.{I(}
Storage)
2
Apex Public WorksBioretendonArea
h
$ 1,735.00
3
Apex Peakway
level Spreader
6
$ 3,390.00
4
$ 2,660.00
Apex Public Safety Station
Wet fond
1
114
5
Seagroves Farm Park
Level Spreader
2
$ 1,975.00
Wet Pond
3
$ 3,340.00
6
Apex Nature Park
Level Spreader
1
$ 975.00
7
Apex Public Safety Station
Bioretention
1
$ 3,055.00
#5*
Area
TOTAL PRICE
$ 20,955.00
'The Apex'rown Ilill wet pond and (IDS are currently located on an active construction site and are not yet flinctional SCA1s. Apex public
Safely Station 015 Sal is also not yet fully functional. Please include ait annual maintenance price foram tlnre of titese SChis assuming
they were filly In service, which they all three should be by January 2021.
Add -On Services (in addition to routine services priced above)
Item
Price (labor & materials)
Mulch Replacement
$ 85.00
per
CY
Send & Straw Bare Areas
$ 0.30
per
SF
Vegetated Shelf Plantings
$ 9.41
pet•
plant

All interested parties are required to provide the following information:
Prices will remain firm until: August 1, 2020
Company Name: AQUAI,IS Stormwater Management
Signature: +�
Date: June 26,2020
Printed Name: Michael -Brewer Address: 2510 Meridian Parkway, Suite350
Title: Executiv Vice President —Client Success_ Durham, NC
Phone Number: 919-616-4318 E-mail: iIjbrewer a aqualisco.com _

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About AQUALIS °.. ': {
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AQUALIS is a nationwlde leading provider of post -construction stormwater management. to commercial. retail,
industrial and governmentmi industries through stormwater consulting, inspection, maintenance and repair services.
AQUALIS currently operates throughout the United Stales ar,d Puerto Rtco and will perform more than: 18.000
maintenance and inspection visits as well as 5'600 repairs in Z019, These visits include work on all types of
stormwater assets including, but. not limited to, wet detention basins, dry detention basins, bio-filtration
basins/swafes, bloretention basins,. sand filters, catch basins, underground detentionlinfiitration and a variety of
proprietary systems. ,
AQ PAL IS. differentiates itself from themarketplace through the following?
Focused and Comprehensive: Stormwater management is whet+we do. We,are not•a division of a larger;
Iess focused organiiation. Instead; we focus only smstormw*ter imbir,agement, but we dd everything within
In the,industry.
Raving Fans Service: We believe that a satisfied customer is not good enough; we want to deliver the
highest ]evil of'service,so thattyour will rave -about AQUALIS. We tell our c!lents this so thaLthey wilf know
to hold us to a higher, exciotional standard.
Undonditional Service Guaranty: If you are not satisfied with the -Work our team has performed, then you
will not tie r.harged. it's that simple.
The Stormwater Circle: We believe we have three clients —you, the environment and the AQUALIS'te■m.
We will not sacrifice one fat the other, and our goaus to meet the needs of each simulta nedusly.

ADUAUS .
This Scope of Work (the "Scope of Work") is dated , 2020 and is behveen AQUALIS
Stormwater Management, a North Carolina corporation, with its principal place of business at 2510 Meridian
Parkway, Durham, NC 27713, and ("Customer"), with its principal business at
AQUALIS and Customer entered into that certain Environmental Master Services Agreement dated
(the "Agreement"). into which this Scope of Work is incorporated upon full execution.All
capitalized terms used in this Scope of Work shall have the meanings set forth in the Agreement unless
otherwise specifically defined.
Now, Therefore, AQUALIS and Customer agree as follows,
1. Term. Subject to the terms of the Agreement, this Scope of Work shall commenceon ,
2020 (the "Effective Date") and be in effect for three (3) years from the Effective Date (the"initial
Term"). This contract renews at the end of the specified three years annually. To cancel this
contract, 45 days written notice is required.
2. Service Frequency: AQUALIS may not modify Service frequency without Customer's prior written
consent. AQUALIS may make recommendations about Service frequency for specific locations;
however, Customer shall ultimately determine Service frequency in its sole discretion, in accordance
with:
a. Jurisdictional maintenance requirements
b. Maintenance agreements made between Customer and State, City, County, Neighborhood
Association or other agencies andpersons
c. Geographical location
d. Complexity of stormwater system
e. Other environmental factors
3. Equipment: AQUALIS shall provide all tools, equipment, supplies and personal protective
equipment required to perform Services.
4. Service Requirements: AQUALIS shall inspect the operational effectiveness of all elements of the
stormwater systems at Customer sites and identify any conditions that may adversely impact the
stormwater systems. AQUALIS shall complete the Preventative Maintenance at the locations
specified by Customer as well as any additional items/forms required by the local authorities during
each maintenance Service visit, AQUALIS shall comply with the following related to the performance
of Services:
a. AQUALIS shall complete and retain all inspection reports for audit purposes for a period of
no less than 3 years.
b. AQUALIS shall retain any pictures that reflect detailed before/during/after work forany
maintenance or corrective action repair Service for no less than 3 years.
c. AQUALIS shall provide Customer notice of all required corrective actions needed in the
course of providing Services.

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d. AQUALIS shall submit all applicable required forms, inspection reports, Operations &
Maintenance documents, etc. to agencies after such forms are approved by Customer.
5. Inspections: AQUALIS shall complete inspections and notify Customer of any out of scope Services
for stormwater systems consistent with the provisions of this section h.
a. Spills/Leaks/Overflows
I. AQUALIS shall identify the source of any spills/leaks/overflows to the best of our
ability
ii. Incident shall be reported to Customer and the appropriate agency, if required by
applicable law
iii. Efforts shall be made to follow all applicable Standard Operating Procedures
provided by Customer, communicated with store management when necessary
b. Sinkholes
i. AQUALIS shall attempt to identify the source of anysinkhole
ii. Properly barricade sinkhole
iii. AQUALIS shall scope sinkhole for corrective action repair services
c. Trash and Debris
i. AQUALIS shall remove trash and debris from inlets, outlets, culverts, pipes, banks,
water, catch basins, pond or swale beds, trash racks, skimmer drains, sumps andali
other components of the stormwater system
ii. AQUALIS shall confirm that there is no woody vegetation impeding the performance
of any structural component of the stormwater management system, verify landscape
plans and canopy requirements prior to removal
d. Sediment
i. AQUALIS shall remove sediment or silt that may inhibit flow on a routine basis
ii. Vegetated assets will be scoped for removal of accumulated sediment when volume
has been reduced by 50%, flow is impeded, or as required according to applicable
local regulations
e. Erosion
L AQUALIS shall attempt to identify the cause of erosion within the stormwater system
ii. AQUALIS shall scope erosion for repair and submit, when required, corrective action
to prevent sediment accumulation or further damage to the stormwatersyslem
f. Drain grates/Curb hoodsffrench drains/ Other applicable devices
i. AQUALIS shall replace missing grates and covers while on site if possible
ii. AQUALIS shall submit replacement cost to Customer as necessary
' g. Sump Pumps
i. AQUALIS shall check floats and GFCI receptacles for operation and adjust as
required for sump pumps
ii. If sump pump is inoperable and non -repairable, AQUALIS shall submit an out of
scope repair to Customer for replacement of the sump pump with like or betlermodel
h. Truck Wells
I._ AQUALIS shall remove all debris from the grate and/or pipeopening
ii. Trash and debris shall be removed from the crest of the truck well to the drain

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I. Fence
AQUALIS shall submit replacement or repair cost to Customer for anydamaged
fence
Pests
i. AQUALIS shall inspect pond banks for evidence of nuisance pests; report beaver,
muskrats, nutria, bees, mosquitos, etc. to store management for trapping, removal,
or treatment. Store management is responsible for procuring services for nuisance
pest removal
ii. AQUALIS shall scope repairs of damaged pond banks, and, upon approval, shall
complete said repairs once nuisance pests have been removed
B. Stormwater SCM Guidelines: AQUALIS shall perform Services in accordance with the following
SCM guidelines:
a. RetentionNVet Ponds
L Maintenance
1. Mowing
a. Vegetative growth according to Customer requirements and in
accordance with applicable laws and regulations
b. Clippings shall be managed to prevent blockage of the system and
removed and properly disposed where required in accordance with
geographic and regulatory environment
2. Vegetation Management
a. Nuisance aquatic vegetation over 24 inches shall be manually cut
after the effects of aquatic herbicide have acted. The application of
aquatic herbicide is considered out of scope and a proposal will be
submitted to Customer for approval prior to application
b. Slopes/banks shall be vegetated with approved grasses
c. Maintain rather than remove welland or littoral zone vegetation that
was planted or naturally recruited
d. Remove nuisance or woody vegetation unless it is planted material or
specified on design plans
b. Detention/Dry Ponds/Swales
I. Maintenance
1. Mowing
a. Vegetative growth according to Customer requirements and in
accordance with applicable laws and regulations
b. Clippings shall be managed to prevent b ockage of the system and
removed and properly disposed where required in accordancewith
geographic and regulatory environment
2. Vegetation Management
a. Ensure slopes, banks and pond bottoms are vegetated with approved
grasses
b. Remove nuisance or woody vegetation unless it is ptanled material or _
specified on design plans

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c. Bio-Retention Ponds
I. Maintenance
I. Remove dead and diseased vegetation, replace upon Customer approval
2. Remove invasive vegetation
3. Fallow guidance of any applicable laws and regulations
4. Re -mulching activities will be proposed as necessary and considered out of
scope
Sand Filter Beds
I. Maintenance
1. Rake and scarify sand filter beds annually
2. Follow guidance of any applicable laws and regulations
3. Deviations from design of local jurisdictional requirements shall be addressed
through an out of scope corrective action repair and submitted to Customer
for approval
e. Wetlands/Littoral Zones/Natural/Native Areas
i. Maintenance
1. Trash and debris shall be removed during maintenance activities
2. Invasive vegetation management shall be managed according to local
jurisdictional and permit requirements, management of vegetation shall be
addressed through an out of scope corrective action repair
ii. AQUALIS shall submit scope of work required to maintain area in accordancewith
permit or other applicable laws and regulations
iii. AQUALIS shall verify proper signage is in place to discourage disturbance to
protected area and address with Customer as needed
f. Dams
i. Dam embankments shall be inspected and maintained on a routine basis asoutlined
by Customer or as required by any federal, slate, or local jurisdictional requirements
ii. Any deficiencies noted during a dam inspection shall be reported toCustomer
immediately and addressed through an out of scope corrective action repair
iii. AQUALIS shall complete and submit all required federal, stale, and local Inspections,
fees, permit renewals, and reports
g. Alternative Paving (Pervious Pavement or Grassed Pavers)
I. During each maintenance visit, AQUALIS shall inspect areas of alternative paving for
signs of trash, debris, clogging, staining, cracking or any other indicators that the
system is not functioning as designed. AQUALIS will note and report concerns to
Customer, including photographs
ii. if an underdrain exists, AQUALIS shall check for clogs once per year or following a
large rain event. If the underdrain is not performing as required, AQUALIS shall
provide a scope of work for corrective action repairs
iii. Ensure loose materials such as mulch, soil, sand, salt, etc. are kept away fromthese
areas during maintenance and repair activities onsite
h. Subsurface Systems
I. Maintenance (includes catch basins drop inlets, trench drains)
1. Manually remove trash, debris and sediment asneeded
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ii. Stormwater Quality Units
1. Remove trash, debris and sediment as needed
2. Consult manufacturer for specific maintenance requirements as needed
3. Comprehensive cleaning of large underground detention, vaults, filter system
and replacement of filters shall be proposed as an out of scope project
4. Excludes any vacuum truck work or jetting activities
Ill. Underground Detention Systems
1. Consult manufacturer for specific maintenance requirements as needed
2. Comprehensive cleaning of large underground detention, vaults, fltersystem
and replacement of fillers shall be proposed as an out of scope project
3. Entry into a subsurface system shall be conducted in accordance with
applicable OSHA Regulations and completed according to Confined Space
Entry requirements
4. Excludes any vacuum truck work or jetting activities
7. Pre -Notice of Termination Inspection: Upon opening of a new location, Customer will schedule
AQUALIS to be contacted by the Civil Engineering Consultant (CEC), prior to Notice of Termination
approval, and shall meet on site with CEC, General Contractor, and Construction Manager.
AQUALIS shall review site conditions, complete with a Stormwater Preventative Maintenance N.O.T.
Checklist, and provide photographic documentation of deficiencies, including a marked aerial
depicting location of any deficiencies.
8. Slorinwater Fee Credits: AQUALIS shall pursue and maintain stormwater fee credits for which
Customer is eligible.
9. Waste & Disposal: AQUALIS shall dispose of all waste in accordance with federal, state, and local
regulations. Customer shall provide any additional waste and disposal requirements forAQUALIS.
10. Regulatory Requirements: AQUALIS shall comply with federal, state, and local laws and
regulationsapplicable to the Services. AQUALIS shall obtain Customer's prior written approval if
there is need to reach out to a regulatory agency concerning theServices.
11. Client Portal/Data Management: AQUALIS will make available to Customer a web -based client
portal to retain information for each site related to Service history and future Service scheduling.
12. Sam plingfTestinglReporting (as applicable): If applicable, AQUALIS shall furnish a scope ofwork
and associated pricing to Customer for sampling, testing, or reporting. After Customer's
authorization, AQUALIS shall submit monitoring, maintenance, and testing reports to regulatory
agencies as required.
13. Out of Scope Proposals:

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Emergency conditions or failures that cause or may potentially cause injury to persons,
property or the environment shaft be reported to Customer immediately upon discovery.
AQUALIS shall submit out of scope proposals for correction action repair upondiscovery
during preventative maintenance service visits. Proposals shall include the following
information:
i. Description of corrective action needed
ii. Summary of damage or failures to the stormwaler system
iii. Proposed scope of work to repair or mitigate damage or failure
iv. Photographs of damage orfailure
v. Aerials and/or site drawings showing the repair location
vi. Projected completion date of repairs
vii. Cost for repair or mitigation
viii. Other conditions that may affect the stormwaler system, or conditions that have the
potential to violate stormwater regulations
14. Payment: Payment is due net 15 days.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Scope of Work pursuant to the terms of the
Environmental Master Services Agreement on the date and year set forth below.
Customer:
By:
Printed Name:
Title:
Date:
AQUALIS Stormwaler Management
By:
Printed Name:
Title:
Date:

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References:
Walmarl
o Contact: Toni McCrory, Senior Manager li
Water Compliance
[phone]
toni.mccraryLwaln3art.com
Lowe's Home Improvement
o Contact: James Perry, Regional Facility Manager
[phone]
'ani �esA perry�lowes.com
Chatham County
o Contact: Morgan DeWit, PE, Senior Watershed Specialist
[phone]
[e-mail]

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