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Tracking # 7748 5202 8106
October 29, 2015
Mr. Frank Watanabe
City of Sebastian
1225 Main Street
Sebastian, Florida 32958
RE: G0429 Tulip Drive Stormwater Improvements
Dear Frank:
Rick Scott
Governor
Carlos Lopez-Cantera
Lt. Governor
Jonathan P. Steverson
Interim Secretary
Enclosed please find one original Agreement Document for the G0429 Tulip Drive
Stormwater Improvements for your files
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. I am looking forward to
working with you on this project.
Si�erely,�
L%_�
Connie Becker
Enclosures
DEP AGREEMENT NO. G0429
STATE OF FLORIDA
GRANT AGREEMENT
PURSUANT TO
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY GRANT AWARD(S)
THIS AGREEMENT is entered into between the STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, whose address is 3900 Commonwealth Boulevard, Tallahassee, Florida
32399-3000 (hereinafter referred to as the "Department") and the CITY OF SEBASTIAN, whose address is 1225
Main Street, Sebastian, Florida 32958, (hereinafter referred to as "Grantee"), a local government, to provide
financial assistance for Tulip Drive Stonmwater Improvement Project.
WHEREAS, the Department is the recipient of federal financial assistance from the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency (EPA); and,
WHEREAS, the Department was awarded funding by the EPA pursuant to Grant Agreement No. C9-
99451514-0; and,
WHEREAS, the Grantee has been determined to be a subrecipient of federal financial assistance from the
EPA; and,
WHEREAS, the Grantee is responsible for complying with the appropriate federal guidelines in
performance of its activities pursuant to this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and the mutual benefits to be derived herefrom, the
Department and the Grantee do hereby agree as follows:
1. The Grantee does hereby agree to perform in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in this
Agreement, Attachment A, Grant Work Plan, and all attachments and exhibits named herein which are
attached hereto and incorporated by reference.
2. This Agreement shall begin upon execution by both parties and shall remain in effect until September 30,
2018, inclusive. The Grantee shall be eligible for reimbursement for work performed on or after the date
of execution through the expiration date of this Agreement. This Agreement may be amended to provide
for additional services if additional funding is made available by EPA and/or the Legislature.
3. A. As consideration for the satisfactory completion of services rendered by the Grantee under the
terms of this Agreement, the Department shall pay the Grantee on a cost reimbursement basis up to
a maximum of $176,840 towards the total estimated project cost of $349,380. The parties hereto
understand and agree that this Agreement requires at least a 49.4% match on the part of the
Grantee. Therefore, the Grantee is responsible for providing $172,540 through cash or third party
in-kind, towards the work funded under this Agreement. All match shall meet the federal
requirements established in 40 CFR Part 30, 40 CFR Part 31 and OMB Circulars A-87 (2 CFR
225), A-122 (2 CFR 230) and A-21 (2 CFR 220), as applicable. It is understood that any
additional funds necessary for the completion of this project are the responsibility of the Grantee.
The Grantee will report those expenditures to the Department in the Final Report as required under
Task 7 in Attachment A.
B. Prior written approval from the Department's Grant Manager shall be required for changes within
approved deliverable budget categories of up to 10% of the total deliverable budget amount.
Changes less than 10% of the total approved deliverable budget will require a formal change order
to the Agreement. Changes greater than 10% of the total approved deliverable budget and/or
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changes that transfer funds from one deliverable to another or that increase or decrease the total
funding amount will require a formal amendment to the Agreement.
C. The Grantee shall be reimbursed on a cost reimbursement basis for all eligible project costs, upon
the completion, submittal and approval of the deliverables identified in Attachment A.
Reimbursement shall be requested, utilizing Attachment B, Payment Request Summary Form,
in accordance with the schedule in Attachment A. Each payment request must be accompanied by
Attachment C, MBE/WBE Procurement Reporting Form. Failure to provide Attachment C
shall result in a delay in processing the payment until such time as the appropriate information is
provided to the Department. To be eligible for reimbursement, costs must be in compliance with
laws, rules and regulations applicable to expenditures of State funds, including, but not limited to,
the Reference Guide for State Expenditures. All bills for amounts due under this Agreement shall
be submitted in detail sufficient for a proper pre -audit and post -audit thereof. A final payment
request should be submitted to the Department no later than sixty (60) days following the
completion date of the Agreement, to assure the availability of funds for payment. Each payment
request submitted shall document all matching funds and/or match efforts (i.e. in-kind services)
provided during the period covered by each request. The final payment request shall not be
processed unti l the match requirement has been met.
D. The State Chief Financial Officer requires detailed supporting documentation of all costs under a
cost reimbursement agreement. In accordance with the Attachment D, Contract Payment
Requirements, the Grantee shall comply with the minimum requirements set forth therein. The
Payment Request Summary Form shall be accompanied by supporting documentation and other
requirements as follows:
Salaries/Wages —The Grantee shall not be reimbursed for direct salaries or multipliers
(i.e., fringe benefits, overhead, and/or general and administrative rates) for Grantee's
employees. However, the Grantee may document these expenditures for meeting its match
requirements.
a. Fringe Benefits —Shall not be reimbursed under this Agreement.
ii. Contractual (Subcontractors) - Reimbursement requests for payments to subcontractors
must be substantiated by copies of invoices with backup documentation identical to that
required from the Grantee. Subcontracts which involve payments for direct salaries shall
clearly identify the personnel involved, salary rate per hour, and hours/time spent on the
project. All multipliers used (i.e. fringe benefits, overhead, and/or general and
administrative rates) shall be supported by audit. If the Department determines that
multipliers charged by any subcontractor exceeded the rates supported by audit, the
Grantee shall be required to reimburse such funds to the Department within thirty (30)
days of written notification. Interest on the excessive charges shall be calculated based on
the prevailing rate used by the State Board of Administration. For fixed price (vendor)
subcontracts, the following provisions shall apply:
a. The Grantee may award, on a competitive basis, fixed price subcontracts to
consultants/contractors in performing the work described in Attachment A.
Invoices submitted to the Department for fixed price subcontracted activities
shall be supported with a copy of the subcontractor's invoice and a copy of the
tabulation form for the competitive procurement process (Invitation to Bid or
Request for Proposals) resulting in the fixed price subcontract.
b. The Grantee may request approval from the Department to award a fixed price
subcontract resulting from procurement methods other than those identified in
the paragraph above. In this instance, the Grantee shall request the advance
written approval from the Department's Grant Manager of the fixed price
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negotiated by the Grantee. The letter of request shall be supported by a detailed
budget and Scope of Services to be performed by the subcontractor. Upon
receipt of the Department Grant Manager's approval of the fixed price amount,
the Grantee may proceed in finalizing the fixed price subcontract.
C. All subcontracts are subject to the provisions of paragraph 13 and any other
appropriate provisions of this Agreement which affect subcontracting activities.
E. in addition to the invoicing requirements contained in paragraphs 3.C. and D. above, the
Department will periodically request proof of a transaction (invoice, payroll register, etc.) to
evaluate the appropriateness of costs to the agreement pursuant to State and Federal guidelines
(including cost allocation guidelines), as appropriate. When requested, this information must be
provided within thirty (30) calendar days of such request. The Grantee may also be required to
submit a cost allocation plan to the Department in support of its multipliers (overhead, indirect,
general administrative costs, and fringe benefits). State guidelines for allowable costs can be
found in the Department of Financial Services' Reference Guide for State Expenditures at
http://www.fldfs.com/aadir/reference%5Fyuide; allowable costs for Federal Programs can be
found under 48 CFR Part 31 and Appendix E of 45 CFR Part 74, at
htto://www.access.gpo.gov/nara/cfr/cfr-table-search.html and OMB Circulars A-87 (2 CFR 225),
A-122 (2 CFR 230), A-21 (2 CFR 220); and administrative requirements can be found in OMB
Circulars A-102 and A -I 10 (2 CFR 215) at
htti)://www.whitehouse.gov/omb/circulars/index.html#numerical.
F. Management fees or similar charges in excess of the direct costs and approved indirect rates are
not allowable. The term "management fees or similar charges" refers to expenses added to the
direct costs in order to accumulate and reserve funds for ongoing business expenses, unforeseen
liabilities, or for other similar costs which are not allowable under this Agreement. Management
fees or similar charges may not be used to improve or expand the project funded under this
Agreement, except to the extent authorized as a direct cost of carrying out the work identified in
Attachment A, Grant Work Plan.
G. Allowable costs will be determined in accordance with the cost principles applicable to the
organization incurring the costs. For purposes of this Agreement, the following cost principles are
incorporated by reference.
Organization Type
Applicable Cost Principles
State, local or Indian tribal government.
OMB Circular A-87 (2 CFR 225)
Private non-profit organization other than (1) an
OMB Circular A-122 (2 CFR 230)
institution of higher education, (2) hospital, or (3)
organization named in OMB Circular A-122 as not
subject to that circular.
Education Institutions
OMB Circular A-21 (2 CFR 220
For-profit organization other than a hospital and an
48 CFR Part 31, Contract Cost Principles
organization named in OMB A-122 as not subject
and Procedures, or uniform cost
to that circular.
accounting standards that comply with
cost principles acceptable to the federal
agency.
Hospital
45 CFR Subtitle A - Appendix E to Part
74 -Principles for Determining Costs
Applicable to Research and Development
Under Grants and Contracts with
Hospitals
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H. i. The accounting systems for all Grantees must ensure that these funds are not commingled
with funds from other agencies. Funds from each agency must be accounted for
separately. Grantees are prohibited from commingling funds on either a program -by -
program or a project -by -project basis. Funds specifically budgeted and/or received for
one project may not be used to support another project. Where a Grantee's, or
subrecipient's, accounting system cannot comply with this requirement, the Grantee, or
subrecipient, shall establish a system to provide adequate fund accountability for each
project it has been awarded.
ii. If the Department finds that these funds have been commingled, the Department shall
have the right to demand a refund, either in whole or in part, of the funds provided to the
Grantee under this Agreement for non-compliance with the material terms of this
Agreement. The Grantee, upon such written notification from the Department shall
refund, and shall forthwith pay to the Department, the amount of money demanded by the
Department. Interest on any refund shall be calculated based on the prevailing rate used
by the State Board of Administration. Interest shall be calculated from the date(s) the
original payment(s) are received from the Department by the Grantee to the date
repayment is made by the Grantee to the Department.
iii. In the event that the Grantee recovers costs, incurred under this Agreement and
reimbursed by the Department, from another source(s), the Grantee shall reimburse the
Department for all recovered funds originally provided under this Agreement. Interest on
any refund shall be calculated based on the prevailing rate used by the State Board of
Administration. Interest shall be calculated from the date(s) the payment(s) are recovered
by the Grantee to the date repayment is made to the Department by the Grantee.
The federal funds awarded under this Agreement must comply with The Federal Funding
Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) of 2006. The intent of the FFATA is to empower
every American with the ability to hold the government accountable for each spending decision.
The end result is to reduce wasteful spending in the government. The FFATA legislation requires
that information on federal awards (federal financial assistance and expenditures) be made
available to the public via a single, searchable website, which is www.USASpending.gov. Grant
Recipients awarded a new Federal grant greater than or equal to $25,000 awarded on or after
October 1, 2010 are subject to the FFATA. The Grantee agrees to provide the information
necessary, over the life of this Agreement, for the Department to comply with this requirement.
J. The table below identifies the funding supporting this Agreement and EPA Grants providing the
funds.
EPA Grant Number
CFDA
Program Title
Funding
Amount
C9-99451514-0
66.460
Nonpoint Source Implementation
$176,840
Grants
Total Funding:
$176,840
4. The State of Florida's performance and obligation to pay under this Agreement is contingent upon an annual
appropriation by the Legislature. The parties hereto understand that this Agreement is not a commitment of
future appropriations.
A. Progress Reports shall be submitted to the Department's Grant Manager no later than twenty (20)
days following the completion of the quarterly reporting period. Each Progress Report shall be
submitted on Attachment E, Progress Report Form, and shall describe the work performed
during the reporting period, problems encountered, problem resolution, schedule updates and
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proposed work for the next reporting period. The Final Project Report shall be submitted no later
than the completion date of the Agreement. The Department's Grant Manager shall have thirty
(30) calendar days to review the required reports and deliverables submitted by the Grantee. Final
payment, up to ten (10) percent of the total Agreement amount identified in paragraph 3.A., may
be withheld until all work is completed, all deliverables have been submitted, match requirements
have been met and the Final Project Report has been received and approved.
B. A draft comprehensive final report (hard copy and electronic) must be submitted no later than sixty
(60) days prior to the completion date of the Agreement. The Department will review the draft
final report and provide comments for inclusion in the final report within thirty (30) days. One
hard copy, plus one electronic copy in Adobe.pdf format or Microsoft Word Format, of a
comprehensive final report must be submitted no later than the completion date of the Agreement.
The Grantee's final report shall include an accounting of all project expenses, a report of all
matching funds contributed on behalf of the Grantee, and a statement acknowledging that the
project has been supported by a grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The
following language shall be included on the cover page of the final project report:
"This project and the preparation of this report was funded in part by a Section 319
Nonpoint Source Management Program Implementation grant from the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency through an agreement/contract with the Nonpoint
Source Management Section of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. The
total cost of the project was $[show actual amount], of which $fshow actual amount l or
(show actual percentage] percent was provided by the U.S. Environmental Protection
Agency."
Additionally, all other final deliverables required by this Agreement (such as booklets, pamphlets,
videos, scientific papers, etc.) which were funded in whole or in part by federal sources shall
include the language below to acknowledge the federal government's participation in the project.
"This (booklet, pamphlet, video, paper, etc. as appropriate) was funded in part by a
Section 319 Nonpoint Source Management Program Implementation grant from the U.S.
Environmental Protection Agency through an agreement/contract with the Nonpoint Source
Management Section of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection."
C. The Grantee agrees to provide a copy of any draft report and/or final report to the Department
before making, or allowing to be made, a press release, publication, or other public announcement
of the project's outcome. This shall not be construed to be a limitation upon the operation and
applicability of Chapter 119, Florida Statutes.
D. The Grantee agrees to comply with the requirements of EPA's Program for Utilization of Small,
Minority, and Women's Business Enterprises in procurement under this Agreement.
i. The Grantee accepts the Minority Business Enterprise/Women's Business Enterprise
(MBE/WBE) "Fair Share" goals and objectives negotiated with EPA as follows:
Florida Fair Share Goals
Industry Goal
Equipment
Supplies 9% MBE and 3% WBE
Services
Construction
ii. If the Grantee does not want to rely on the applicable State's MBE/WBE goals, the
Grantee agrees to submit proposed MBE/WBE goals based on availability of qualified
minority and women -owned businesses to do work in the relevant market for construction,
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services, supplies and equipment. "Fair Share" objectives must be submitted to the EPA
Grants Management Office, 61 Forsyth Street, Atlanta, GA 30303 within thirty (30)
calendar days of award and approved by EPA no later than thirty (30) calendar days
thereafter. Copies of all correspondence with EPA shall also be forwarded to the
Department's Grant Manager.
iii. The Grantee agrees to ensure, to the fullest extent possible, that at least the applicable
"Fair Share" objectives of Federal funds for prime contracts or subcontracts for supplies,
construction, equipment or services are made available to organizations owned or
controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals, women and
Historically Black Colleges and Universities.
iv. The Grantee agrees to include in its bid documents the applicable "Fair Share" objectives
and require all of its prime contractors to include in their bid documents for subcontracts
the negotiated "Fair Share" percentages.
V. The Grantee agrees to follow the six (6) good faith efforts or positive efforts stated in 40
C.F.R. 33, as appropriate, and retain records documenting compliance.
vi. The Grantee agrees to submit a report documenting MBE/WBE utilization under federal
grants in conjunction with the required payment request form (see paragraph 3.C).
vii. If race and/or gender neutral efforts prove inadequate to achieve a "Fair Share" objective,
the Grantee agrees to notify the Department and EPA in advance of any race and/or
gender conscious action it plans to take to more closely achieve the "Fair Share"
objective.
viii. In accordance with Section 129 of Public Law 100-590, the Small Business
Administration Reauthorization and Amendment Act of 1988, the Grantee agrees to
utilize and to encourage any prime contractors under this Agreement to utilize small
businesses located in rural areas to the maximum extent possible. The Grantee agrees to
follow the six (6) affirmative steps stated in six good faith efforts stated in 40 C.F.R. 33,
as appropriate, in the award of any contracts under this Agreement.
E. In accordance with the policies set forth in EPA Order 1000.25 and Executive Order 13423,
Strengthening Federal Environmental, Energy and Transportation Management (January 24, 2007)
and/or 40 CFR 30.16, the Grantee agrees to use recycled paper and double sided printing for all
reports which are prepared as a part of this Agreement and delivered to the Department. This
requirement does not apply to reports which are prepared on forms supplied by EPA. This
requirement does not apply to invoices and their documentation, which are required to be single
sided. This requirement applies even when the cost of recycled paper is higher than that of virgin
paper.
F. Any State agency or agency of a political subdivision of a State which is using appropriated
Federal funds shall comply with the requirements set forth in Section 6002 of the Resource
Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) (42 U.S.C. 6962). Regulations issued under RCRA
Section 6002 apply to any acquisition of an item where the purchase price exceeds $10,000 or
where the quantity of such items acquired in the course of the preceding fiscal year was $10,000 or
more. RCRA Section 6002 requires that preference be given in procurement programs to the
purchase of specific products containing recycled materials identified in guidelines developed by
EPA. These guidelines are listed in 40 CFR 247.
6. Each party hereto agrees that it shall be solely responsible for the negligent or wrongful acts of its
employees and agents. However, nothing contained herein shall constitute a waiver by either party of its
sovereign immunity or the provisions of Section 768.28, Florida Statutes.
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Page 6 of 13
7. A. The Department may terminate this Agreement at any time in the event of the failure of the
Grantee to fulfill any of its obligations under this Agreement. Prior to termination, the Department
shall provide thirty (30) calendar days written notice of its intent to terminate and shall provide the
Grantee an opportunity to consult with the Department regarding the reason(s) for termination.
B. The Department may terminate this Agreement for convenience by providing the Grantee with
thirty (30) calendar days written notice.
C. This Agreement may be unilaterally canceled by the Department for refusal by the Grantee to
allow public access to all documents, papers, letters, or other material made or received by the
Grantee in conjunction with this Agreement, unless the records are exempt from Section 24(a) of
Article I of the State Constitution and Section 119.07(1)(a), Florida Statutes.
8. No payment will be made for deliverables deemed unsatisfactory by the Department. In the event that a
deliverable is deemed unsatisfactory by the Department, the Grantee shall re -perform the services needed
for submittal of a satisfactory deliverable, at no additional cost to the Department, within ten (10) days of
being notified of the unsatisfactory deliverable. If a satisfactory deliverable is not submitted within the
specified timeframe, the Department may, in its sole discretion, either: 1) terminate this Agreement for
failure to perform, or 2) the Department Grant Manager may, by letter specifying the failure of performance
under this Agreement, request that a proposed Corrective Action Plan (CAP) be submitted by the Grantee to
the Department. All CAPS must be able to be implemented and performed in no more than sixty (60) days.
A. A CAP shall be submitted within ten (10) calendar days of the date of the letter request from the
Department. The CAP shall be sent to the Department Grant Manager for review and approval.
Within ten (10) calendar days of receipt of a CAP, the Department shall notify the Grantee in
writing whether the CAP proposed has been accepted. If the CAP is not accepted, the Grantee
shall have ten (10) calendar days from receipt of the Department letter rejecting the proposal to
submit a revised proposed CAP. Failure to obtain the Department approval of a CAP as specified
above shall result in the Department's termination of this Agreement for cause as authorized in this
Agreement.
B. Upon the Department's notice of acceptance of a proposed CAP, the Grantee shall have ten (10)
calendar days to commence implementation of the accepted plan. Acceptance of the proposed
CAP by the Department does not relieve the Grantee of any of its obligations under the Agreement.
In the event the CAP fails to correct or eliminate performance deficiencies by Grantee, the
Department shall retain the right to require additional or further remedial steps, or to terminate this
Agreement for failure to perform. No actions approved by the Department or steps taken by the
Grantee shall preclude the Department from subsequently asserting any deficiencies in
performance. The Grantee shall continue to implement the CAP until all deficiencies are
corrected. Reports on the progress of the CAP will be made to the Department as requested by the
Department Grant Manager.
C. Failure to respond to a Department request for a CAP or failure to correct a deficiency in the
performance of the Agreement as specified by the Department may result in termination of the
Agreement.
The remedies set forth above are not exclusive and the Department reserves the right to exercise other
remedies in addition to or in lieu of those set forth above, as permitted by the Agreement.
9. If the Grantee materially fails to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, including any
Federal or State statutes, rules or regulations, applicable to this Agreement, the Department may take one or
more of the following actions.
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A. Temporarily withhold cash payments pending correction of the deficiency by the Grantee.
B. Disallow (that is, deny both use of funds and any applicable matching credit for) all or part of the
cost of the activity or action not in compliance.
C. Wholly or partly suspend or terminate this Agreement.
D. Withhold further awards for the project or program.
E. Take other remedies that may be legally available.
F. Costs of the Grantee resulting from obligations incurred by the Grantee during a suspension or
after termination of the Agreement are not allowable unless the Department expressly authorizes
them in the notice of suspension or termination. Other Grantee costs during suspension or after
termination which are necessary and not reasonably avoidable are allowable if the following apply.
The costs result from obligations which were properly incurred by the Grantee before the
effective date of suspension or termination, are not in anticipation of it, and in the case of
termination, are noncancellable.
ii. The cost would be allowable if the Agreement were not suspended or expired normally at
the end of the funding period in which the termination takes place.
G. The remedies identified above, do not preclude the Grantee from being subject to debarment and
suspension under Executive Orders 12549 and 12689.
10. The Department shall have the right to demand a refund, either in whole or part, of the funds provided to
the Grantee for noncompliance with the terms of this Agreement.
11. A. The Grantee shall maintain books, records and documents directly pertinent to performance under
this Agreement in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles consistently applied.
The United States Environmental Protection Agency, the Comptroller General of the United
States, the Department of Environmental Protection, the State, or their authorized representatives
shall have access to such records for audit purposes during the term of this Agreement and for five
(5) years following Agreement completion. In the event any work is subgranted or subcontracted,
the Grantee shall similarly require each subgrantee and subcontractor to maintain and allow access
to such records for audit purposes.
B. The Grantee agrees that if any litigation, claim, or audit is started before the expiration of the
record retention period established above, the records shall be retained until all litigation, claims or
audit findings involving the records have been resolved and final action taken.
C. Records for real property and equipment acquired with Federal funds shall be retained for five (5)
years following final disposition.
12. A. In addition to the requirements of the preceding paragraph, the Grantee shall comply with the
applicable provisions contained in Attachment F, Special Audit Requirements, attached hereto
and made a part hereof. Exhibit 1 to Attachment F summarizes the funding sources supporting
the Agreement for purposes of assisting the Grantee in complying with the requirements of
Attachment F. A revised copy of Exhibit 1 must be provided to the Grantee for each amendment
which authorizes a funding increase or decrease. If the Grantee fails to receive a revised copy of
Exhibit 1, the Grantee shall notify the Department's Grants Development and Review Manager at
(850) 245-2361 to request a copy of the updated information.
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B. The Grantee is hereby advised that the Federal and/or Florida Single Audit Act Requirements may
further apply to lower tier transactions that may be a result of this Agreement. The Grantee shall
consider the type of financial assistance (federal and/or state) identified in Attachment F, Exhibit
I when making its determination. For federal financial assistance, the Grantee shall utilize the
guidance provided under OMB Circular A-133, Subpart B, Section _.210 for determining
whether the relationship represents that of a subrecipient or vendor. For state financial assistance,
the Grantee shall utilize the form entitled "Checklist for Nonstate Organizations
Recipient/Subrecipient vs Vendor Determination" (form number DFS -A2 -NS) that can be found
under the "Links/Forms" section appearing at the following website:
https://apps.fldfs.com/fsaa
The Grantee should confer with its chief financial officer, audit director or contact the Department
for assistance with questions pertaining to the applicability of these requirements.
13. A. The Grantee may not subcontract work under this Agreement without the prior written consent of
the Department's Grant Manager. The Grantee shall submit a copy of the executed subcontract to
the Department within ten (10) days after execution. Regardless of any subcontract, the Grantee is
ultimately responsible for all work performed under this Agreement. The Grantee agrees to be
responsible for the fulfillment of all work elements included in any subcontract and agrees to be
responsible for the payment of all monies due under any subcontract. It is understood and agreed
by the Grantee that the Department shall not be liable to any subcontractor for any expenses or
liabilities incurred under the subcontract and that the Grantee shall be solely liable to the
subcontractor for all expenses and liabilities incurred under the subcontract.
B. The Grantee agrees to comply with the procurement requirements contained in 40 C.F.R. 31.36 for
its selection of subcontractors.
C. The Department of Environmental Protection supports diversity in its procurement program and
requests that all subcontracting opportunities afforded by this Agreement embrace diversity
enthusiastically. The award of subcontracts should reflect the full diversity of the citizens of the
State of Florida. A list of minority-owned firms that could be offered subcontracting opportunities
may be obtained by contacting the Office of Supplier Diversity at (850) 487-0915.
14. A. The Grantee certifies that no Federally -appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, on or
after December 22, 1989, by or on behalf of the Grantee, to any person for influencing or
attempting to influence an officer or employee of an agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or
employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress, in connection with the awarding,
renewal, amending or modifying of any Federal contract, grant, or cooperative agreement. If any
non -Federal funds are used for lobbying activities as described above, the Grantee shall submit
Attachment G, Standard Form -LLL, "Disclosure of Lobbying Activities" and shall file
quarterly updates of any material changes. The Grantee shall require the language of this
certification to be included in all subcontracts, and all subcontractors shall certify and disclose
accordingly. 140 CFR 341
B. In accordance with Section 216.347, Florida Statutes, the Grantee is hereby prohibited from using
funds provided by this Agreement for the purpose of lobbying the Legislature, the judicial branch
or a state agency.
C. Pursuant to the Lobbying Disclosure Act of 1995, any organization described in Section 501(c)4 of
the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 shall not be eligible for subgrants under this Agreement, unless
such organization warrants that it does not, and will not, engage in lobbying activities prohibited
by the Act as a special condition of the subgrant. This restriction does not apply to loans made
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pursuant to approved revolving loan programs or to contracts awarded using proper procurement
procedures.
D. The Grantee's Chief Executive Officer shall certify that no funds provided under this Agreement
have been used to engage in the lobbying of the Federal Government or in litigation against the
United States unless authorized under existing law. The Grantee shall submit Attachment H,
"Lobbying and Litigation Certificate" to the Department within ninety (90) days following the
completion of the Agreement period.
15. The Grantee shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local rules and regulations in performing
under this Agreement. The Grantee acknowledges that this requirement includes, but is not limited to,
compliance with all applicable federal, state and local health and safety rules and regulations. The Grantee
further agrees to include this provision in all subcontracts issued as a result of this Agreement.
16. Any notices between the parties shall be considered delivered when posted by Certified Mail, return receipt
requested, or overnight courier service, or delivered in person to the Grant Managers at the addresses
below.
17. The Department's Grant Manager (which may also be referred to as the Department's Project Managers) for
this Agreement is identified below.
Connie Becker
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Water Restoration Assistance Program
3900 Commonwealth Blvd., MS# 3570
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
Telephone No.:
(850) 245-2945
E-mail Address:
Connie.becker de .state.fl.us
18. The Grantee's Grant Manager (which may also be referred to as the Grantee's Project Manager) for this
Agreement is identified below.
Frank Watanabe
City of Sebastian
1225 Main Street
Sebastian, Florida 32958
Telephone No.: (772) 388-8228
E-mail Address: FWatanabe@Ci!yofSebast:ian.org
19. To the extent required by law, the Grantee will be self-insured against, or will secure and maintain during
the life of this Agreement, Workers' Compensation Insurance for all of its employees connected with the
work of this project and, in case any work is subcontracted, the Grantee shall require the subcontractor
similarly to provide Workers' Compensation Insurance for all of its employees unless such employees are
covered by the protection afforded by the Grantee. Such self-insurance program or insurance coverage
shall comply fully with the Florida Workers' Compensation law. In case any class of employees engaged in
hazardous work under this Agreement is not protected under Workers' Compensation statutes, the Grantee
shall provide, and cause each subcontractor to provide, adequate insurance satisfactory to the Department,
for the protection of his employees not otherwise protected.
20. A. The Grantee shall secure and maintain Commercial General Liability insurance including bodily
injury and property damage. The minimum limits of liability shall be $100,000 each occurrence
and $300,000 aggregate. This insurance will provide coverage for all claims that may arise from
the services and/or operations completed under this Agreement, whether such services and/or
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operations are by the Grantee or anyone directly or indirectly employed by him. Such insurance
shall include the State of Florida as an Additional Insured for the entire length of the Agreement.
B. The Grantee shall secure and maintain Commercial Automobile Liability insurance for all claims
which may arise from the services and/or operations under this Agreement, whether such services
and/or operations are by the Grantee or by anyone directly, or indirectly employed by him. The
minimum limits of liability shall be as follows:
$300,000 Automobile Liability Combined Single Limit for Company Owned Vehicles, if
applicable
$300,000 Hired and Non -owned Liability Coverage
C. All insurance policies shall be with insurers licensed or eligible to do business in the State of
Florida. The Grantee's current certificate of insurance shall contain a provision that the insurance
will not be canceled for any reason except after thirty (30) days written notice (with the exception
of non-payment of premium which requires a 10 day notice) to the Department's Procurement
Administrator.
21. The Grantee covenants that it presently has no interest and shall not acquire any interest which would
conflict in any manner or degree with the performance of services required.
22. Reimbursement for equipment purchases costing $1,000 or more is not authorized under the terms and
conditions of this Project Agreement.
23. The Department may at any time, by written order designated to be a change order, make any change in the
Grant Manager information or task timelines within the current authorized Agreement period. All change
orders are subject to the mutual agreement of both parties as evidenced in writing. Any change, which
causes an increase or decrease in the Grantee's cost or time, shall require formal amendment to this
Agreement.
24. The Hotel and Motel Fire Safety Act of 1990 (Public Law 101-391) establishes a number of fire safety
standards which must be met for hotels and motels. The Grantee acknowledges that Federal funds may not
be used to sponsor a conference, meeting, or training seminar held in a hotel or motel which does not meet
the requirements of the Hotel and Motel Fire Safety Act of 1990.
25. If the Grantee's project involves environmentally -related measurements or data generation, including the
development of models that may be used in regulatory decisions, the Grantee shall develop and implement
quality assurance practices consisting of policies, procedures, specifications, standards, and documentation
sufficient to produce data of quality adequate to meet project objectives and to minimize loss of data due to
out -of -control conditions or malfunctions. All sampling and analyses performed under this Agreement must
conform with the requirements set forth in Chapter 62-160, Florida Administrative Code, and the Quality
Assurance Requirements for Department Agreements, attached hereto and made part hereof as Attachment
I, Quality Assurance Requirements.
26. A. No person, on the grounds of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, or disability, shall be
excluded from participation in; be denied the proceeds or benefits of; or be otherwise subjected to
discrimination in performance of this Agreement.
B. An entity or affiliate who has been placed on the discriminatory vendor list may not submit a bid
on a contract to provide goods or services to a public entity, may not submit a bid on a contract
with a public entity for the construction or repair of a public building or public work, may not
submit bids on leases of real property to a public entity, may not award or perform work as a
contractor, supplier, subcontractor, or consultant under contract with any public entity, and may
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Page 11 of 13
not transact business with any public entity. The Florida Department of Management Services is
responsible for maintaining the discriminatory vendor list and posts the list on its website.
Questions regarding the discriminatory vendor list may be directed to the Florida Department of
Management Services, Office of Supplier Diversity at (850) 487-0915.
27. In accordance with Executive Order 12549, Debarment and Suspension (2 CFR 180 and 1532), the
Grantee agrees and certifies that neither it, nor its principals, is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for
debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any Federal
department or agency; and, that the Grantee shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier contract, or other
covered transaction, with a person who is similarly debarred or suspended from participating in this covered
transaction, unless authorized in writing by EPA to the Department. The Grantee shall include the language
of this section in all subcontracts or lower tier agreements executed to support the Grantee's work under this
Agreement.
28. The Environmental Protection Agency and Department reserve a royalty -free, nonexclusive, and irrevocable
license to reproduce, publish or otherwise use, and to authorize others to use, for government purposes:
A. The copyright in any work developed under a grant, subgrant, or contract under a grant or
subgrant.
B. Any rights of copyright to which a grantee, subgrantee or a contractor purchases ownership with
grant support.
29. The Grantee agrees to comply with, and include as appropriate in contracts and subgrants, the provisions
contained in Attachment J, Contract Provisions, attached hereto and made a part hereof. In addition, the
Grantee acknowledges that the applicable regulations listed in Attachment K, Regulations, attached hereto
and made a part hereof, shall apply to this Agreement.
30. Land acquisition is not authorized under the terms of this Agreement.
31. This Agreement has been delivered in the State of Florida and shall be construed in accordance with the
laws of Florida. Wherever possible, each provision of this Agreement shall be interpreted in such manner
as to be effective and valid under applicable law, but if any provision of this Agreement shall be prohibited
or invalid under applicable law, such provision shall be ineffective to the extent of such prohibition or
invalidity, without invalidating the remainder of such provision or the remaining provisions of this
Agreement. Any action hereon or in connection herewith shall be brought in Leon County, Florida.
32. This Agreement represents the entire agreement of the parties. Any alterations, variations, changes,
modifications or waivers of provisions of this Agreement shall only be valid when they have been reduced
to writing, duly signed by each of the parties hereto, and attached to the original of this Agreement, unless
otherwise provided herein.
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DEP Agreement No. G0429, Page 12 of 13
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be duly executed, the day and year
last written below.
Eel I &wi]l] 64� I e7:[.Ti I7f
By: _ !�
Title:* Joseph Griffin
City, Manager
Date: 1U VIr
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ATTES
Sally A. Ma' , MMC
City Clerk
G
Robert A. Ginsburg
City Attorney
FEID No.: 59-6000427
STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Secretary or designee
Date: l a/ a4 I r S
Co ie Becker, DEP Grant Manager
1
DEP ConlFacts Administrator
Approved as to form and legality:
i
*For Agreements with governmental boards/commissions: If someone other than the Chairman signs this
Agreement, a resolution, statement or other document authorizing that person to sign the Agreement on behalf of the
governmental board/commission must accompany the Agreement.
List of attachments/exhibits included as part of this Agreement:
Specify
Letter/
Type
Number
Description (include number of pages)
Attachment
A
Grant Work Plan (7 Pages)
Attachment
B
Payment Request Summary Form and Instructions (2 Pages)
Attachment
C
MBE/WBE Procurement Reporting Form and Instructions (3 Pages)
Attachment
D
Contract Payment Requirements (1 Page)
Attachment
E
Progress Report Form (1 Page)
Attachment
F
Special Audit Requirements (5 Pages)
Attachment
G
Disclosure of Lobbying Activities (2 Pages)
Attachment
H
Lobbying and Litigation Certificate (1 Page)
Attachment
I
Quality Assurance Requirements (14 Pages)
Attachment
J
Contract Provisions (4 Pages)
Attachment
K
Regulations 0 Page)
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ATTACHMENT A
GRANT WORK PLAN
Project Title: Tulip Drive Stormwater Improvement Project ("Project")
Project Funding Request: $176,840 Match: $172,540
Project Objective: This Project is part of a Basin Management Action Plan (BMAP), which is a plan that aims to
reduce nutrient loadings from stormwater runoff into the Indian River Lagoon, in Sebastian, FL. In addition to
reducing nutrient loads into the Indian River Lagoon, it will reduce the amount of nutrient loadings into the Saint
Sebastian River watershed. The project area is residential with recreation fields. Runoff from surrounding yards and
recreation fields will be held in an on-site wet retention pond, allowing time for nutrients to be filtered out of the
runoff water through percolation instead of directly flowing to impaired watersheds.
Project Summary: This drainage project is identified in the Grantee's Stormwater Master Plan to install a wet
retention pond along Tulip Drive to manage and treat stormwater runoff during the 25 -year event within the Tulip
Drive watershed. Currently, the street floods and the surrounding area has drainage issues during heavy rainfall
events. This project will install angle parking (pervious surface) along the north side of Tulip Drive adjacent to the
Grantee's soccer field to manage the stormwater into the grassy field to help reduce stormwater runoff. A new 2 -foot
Miami curb will be constructed between the parking spaces and the existing street pavement edge to handle the runoff
from Tulip Drive back into the grass swale system near the intersection of Tulip at Persian Lane. The stormwater will
continue along the existing swale system along Tulip Drive to Croaque Street, and then cross Tulip Drive into a new
wet retention pond as modeled and identified in the Grantee's Stormwater Master Plan. The wet retention pond and
drainage improvements will allow for treatment and removal of nutrient pollutants from the stormwater runoff and
will reduce nutrient loading into the impaired Indian River Lagoon and the Saint Sebastian River.
Project Location and Watershed Characteristics:
Geographic Location: Sebastian, FL
Impacted Watershed Name: Indian River Lagoon, Saint Sebastian River
Size of Project Impact: 1.25 acres
Size of Area Being Treated: 10.8 acres
Latitude: 27"46'33.13"N
Longitude: 80029'20.75"W
Hydrologic Unit Code:
WBID: Indian River Lagoon: 5003D Saint Sebastian River: 3129B
Impaired waterbody affected: Indian River Lagoon: 5003D 1 and Saint Sebastian River South Prong: 3129B
TASK l: Preliminary Engineering/ Design/Permitting
DESCRIPTION: Task 1 includes the preliminary engineering analysis and design plans. The preliminary plans were
presented to the Sebastian City Council on April 10, 2013, and were approved for funding, design and construction.
The design includes the preparation of the final 100% engineering design plans for drainage and stormwater
improvements; Best Management Practice (BMP) measures to improve stormwater quality; proposed supplemental
pervious parking on Tulip Drive and wet retention pond; wet retention basin (BMP) installation; pervious parking
with 2 -foot Miami Curb between parking spaces and existing street pavement edge and grassy area as well as
permitting through the St. John's River Water Management District (SJRWMD) for construction of the wet retention
basin and the previous parking with Miami curb and grassy treatment area as described in Task 3 (Construction).
Please note that construction cannot start until the design and permitting deliverable has been received and approved.
DELIVERABLE: The paper and electronic copy of the final design(s) signed and sealed by a Florida Professional
Engineer, preliminary engineering analysis, and all required permits.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The Department's Grant Manager will review the final design(s) and permits to
verify that they meet the specifications in the grant work plan and this task description.
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TASK 2: Construction Bid Preparation & Award
DESCRIPTION: Task 2 includes the preparation of the construction bid documents, advertisement by the Grantee,
response(s) to any comments from bidders and award of the contract to a contractor for construction.
DELIVERABLE: Copy of bid package; name of selected contractor; copy of executed contract(s) and any
subcontract(s) to include Schedule of Values within ten (10) days of execution.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The Department's Grant manager will review the bid package and copy of
contract(s)/subcontract(s) to verify that they meet the specifications on the grant work plan and this task description.
TASK 3: Construction
DESCRIPTION: Construct a new wet retention pond with pervious parking area and shallow grassy treatment area
to handle the runoff system within the existing Grantee right-of-way according to the approved design. The project
includes construction of a new wet retention pond to include clearing and grubbing, rough and final grading, erosion
control and dewatering of pond site, construction of retention pond system and pervious parking, construction of the
.65 -acre wet retention pond, construction of a 2 -foot Miami Curb, and landscaping around the pond for a community
park area, which will be installed with 4:1 grassy side slopes from the top of bank to 2 -feet below normal water levels,
then a 2:1 to bottom of pond. The wet retention pond will collect and hold water from the recreation fields, surrounding
residences and Tulip Drive.
The Grantee will submit a quarterly construction activity package for task work completed during the quarter. The
quarterly construction activity package must include:
(1) An itemized summary of the materials, labor, or services to identify the nature of the work performed; the
amount expended for such work; and the person providing the service or performing the work and proof of payment
of the invoices; and
(2) A certification signed by the Grantee's Grant Manager (Exhibit 1) as to the current cost of the Project; that
the materials, labor, or services represented by the invoice have been satisfactorily purchased or performed and applied
to the Project; that all funds expended to date have been applied toward completing the Project; and
(3) A certification by the Engineer (Exhibit 2) responsible for overseeing construction. The certification must
state that equipment, materials, labor and services represented by the construction invoices have been satisfactorily
invoiced, purchased, received, approved and applied to the Project, as described in the Grant Work Plan, in accordance
with construction contract documents; state that payment is in accordance with construction contract provisions; state
that construction, up to the point of the request, is in compliance with the contract documents; and identify all additions
or deletions to the Project which have altered the Project's performance standards, scope, or purpose since the issuance
of the Department construction permit.
DELIVERABLE: The quarterly construction activity package, as described above in the "Task Description".
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The Department's Grant Manager will review the quarterly construction activity
package to verify that work is being performed in accordance with the construction contract documents and
specifications in this task description.
TASK 4: Construction Closeout
DESCRIPTION: Construction closeout for the construction activities for the new wet retention pond, pervious
parking spaces and 2 -foot Miami Curb.
DELIVERABLE: Upon completion of all construction of the new wet retention pond, pervious parking spaces and
2 -foot Miami Curb as evidenced by: 1) dated color photos of the construction site prior to, during and immediately
following the completion of the construction task; 2) certified as -built drawings; 3) signed statement from a Florida
Licensed Professional Engineer indicating construction has been completed in accordance with the design; and 4)
signed acceptance of the completed Project by the Grantee.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The Department's Grant Manager will review the construction photos, certified
as -built drawings, signed statement from a Florida Licensed Professional Engineer, and signed acceptance of the
completed Project by the Grantee to verify that they meet the specifications in the grant work plan and this task
description. There is no cost associated with this task.
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment A, Page 2 of 7
Task: 5: Water Quality/Sediment Monitoring
DESCRIPTION: Environmental monitoring of the wet retention pond will be conducted by City of Sebastian trained
staff for the purpose of determining the reduction of pollutants within the system. Before commencement of
monitoring, the City of Sebastian will complete and submit, a Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP). The parameters
shall include, but are not limited to: Total Nitrogen (TN) (lbs/yr), Total Phosphorus (TP) (lbs/yr), Total Suspended
Solids (TSS) (lbs/yr), Cd, Cr, Cu, Zn, NO2/NO3, Total Nitrite/Nitrate (TKN), NH3, Orthophosphate, oil/grease, fecal
coliform, rainfall and flow. Monitored events shall include a minimum of 7 —10 discrete rain events, generally greater
than 0.20 inches and less than 1.5 inches. Sampling locations shall be recorded and verified using a GPS device.
DELIVERABLE 5a: One electronic copy of the draft QAPP to include, but not be limited to, location of sampling
sites.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The Department's Grant manager will review the draft QAPP for compliance with
this Agreement and the quality assurance requirements and provide comments to the Grantee as needed.
DELIVERABLE 5b: One electronic copy and one hard copy of the Final Department -approved QAPP.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The Department's Grant manager will review the Final QAPP to ensure that draft
comments have been taken into consideration in the final version.
DELIVERABLE 5c: One electronic copy of the QAPP Final Efficiency Evaluation Monitoring Report to include
laboratory, field analysis and weather data.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The Department's Grant Manager will review the monitoring results for
completion and compliance with QAPP requirements. The Department's Grant manager will review the Final
Efficiency Evaluation Monitoring Report to verify that monitoring was completed in accordance with the approved
QAPP and the results were analyzed and discussed regarding removal efficiency as stated in this task.
TASK 6: Education
DESCRIPTION: This Project will include an educational component to create information items about the Project
on the Grantee's website, install an information sign board at the Project site and create brochures to be presented at
two Grantee public events relating to the environment like Earth Day and the Pelican Wildlife Festival at Riverview
Park. The Grantee will also present the final report to the City's Natural Resource Board to educate the Commission
and the general public on this project and how it will reduce pollutants from the impacted Indian River Lagoon.
DELIVERABLE 6a: Draft Education Materials: Public Education draft materials as described in the task, as
evidenced by: 1) Copy of printed materials; 2) a link to the website as designed or updated with Project information;
3) Copy of draft and DEP approved informational sign board text and graphics; 4) Dated photograph(s) of installed
sign board(s); and 5) Copy of meeting notices, agenda (if any), meeting minutes or notes, and sign -in sheets as well
as a copy of the final report presented to the City's Natural Resource Board. The sign and printed material verbiage
must be approved by the Department prior to final printing and construction.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The Department's Grant Manager will review the draft deliverables and provide
comments as needed, and will review and approve final deliverables to verify that they meet the specifications in the
grant work plan and this task description.
DELIVERABLE 6b: Final Education Materials: Public Education completed as described in this task as
evidenced by Department Approved: 1) Copy of printed materials; 2) a link to the website as designed or updated
with Project information; 3) Copy informational sign board text and graphics; 4) Dated photograph(s) of installed
sign board(s); and 5) Copy of meeting notices, agenda (if any), meeting minutes or notes, and sign -in sheets as well
as a copy of the final report presented to the City's Natural Resource Board.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The Department's Grant manager will review the deliverables to ensure the draft
comments have been taken into consideration. The Grant manager will accept the final deliverables.
TASK 7: Draft and Final Report
DESCRIPTION: The Draft and Final Report is intended to capture the results of the selected Project, including all
tasks included in the Grant Work Plan. The Grantee will complete and submit to the Department of Environmental
Protection a Draft Final Report. The draft report will include, where applicable: Why a BMP did or did not exceed
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment A, Page 3 of 7
the expected removal efficiency; whether any problems were encountered and how those problems were overcome;
an explanation of any Project delays; a brief summary of any additional phases yet to be completed, monitoring results,
a financial summary of the actual grant and match expenditures from the Grant Work Plan tasks, along with other
related Project work performed outside of this agreement to identify the overall Project cost, and any additional
information which explains the results of the Project. The Grantee will submit the final report as a draft prior to
submitting the final report for Project closeout. The Grantee will also provide quarterly updates on the Project
progression for informational purposes.
DELIVERABLE 7a: Draft report —one electronic copy of the draft final report in Word Format
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The Department's Grant Manager will review the draft final report to verify that
it meets the specifications in the Grant Work Plan and this task description, and provide comments to the Grantee as
needed.
DELIVERABLE 7b: Final report - One paper copy and one electronic copy of the Department -approved final
report in Word and Adobe format.
PERFORMANCE STANDARD: The Department's Grant Manager will review and approve the final report to
ensure that draft comments have been taken into consideration in the final version.
TIMELINE: The tasks must be completed and all deliverables received by the end of each task timeline. For the
grant -funded and required match -funded tasks, if there are any conflicts between the completion dates in the task
timeline below and the grant end date, 09/30/2018, then the grant end date is controlling.
!o� ' :
De_�erabl Tile
'Sf ''allele
1
Preliminary Engineering/Design
09/01/2015
12/01/2015
2
Construction Bid Preparation & Award
01/01/2016
03/01/2016
3
Construction
04/01/2016
09/01/2016
4
Construction Closeout
09/01/2016
10/01/2016
5a
Draft QAPP
06/01/2016
08/01/2016
5b
Approved QAPP
08/01/2016
10/01/2016
5c
Monitorin estin
10/01/2016
10/01/2017_
6a&b
Education
01/01/2016
06/01/2017
7a&b
Draft and Final report
06/01/2017
10/01/2017
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DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment A, Page 4 of 7
PROJECT BUDGET BY CATEGORY AND DELIVERABLE:
able.Nu-
Category
.g _
Grant -Funding
.IVls�ch �upt�i�t
1
Contractual
$0.00
$21,900.00
Permitting $0.00
$100.00
Total for Task $0.00
$229000.00
2
Salaries
$0.00
$2,000
Total for Task $0.00
$29000
3
Contractual
$176,840.00
$133,540.00
Total for Task $1769840.00
$133A40.00
4
Contractual
$0
$0.00
Total for Task $0
$0.00
5A
Salaries
$0.00
$0.00
Contractual $0.00
$0.00
Total for Task $0.00
$0.00
5B
Salaries
$0.00
0.00
Contractual $0.00
0.00
Total for Task $0.00
$0.00
5C
Salaries
$0.00
$6,000.00
Contractual $0.00
$5,000.00
Total for Task $0.00
$119000.00
6A
Salaries
$0.00
$0.00
Contractual $0.00
$0.00
Total for Task $0.00
$0.00
Contractual
$0.00
$2,000.00
Total for Task $0.00
$29000.00
7A
Salaries
$0.00
$0.00
Contractual $0.00
$0.00
Total for Task $0.00
$0.00
7B
Contractual
$0.00
$2,000.00
Total for Task $0.00
$2,000.00
Total:
$1769840.00
$172s540.00
Total Project Cost:
$349r380.00
Percentage:,
50.6%
SALARIESNRINGE FOR TASK 2 and 5
_ Post�on�
- -
H -oasis �
Rate ,
Benefit.
. o
Project Manager
6
$48.27
0.224
Finance Manager
10
$35.86
0.224
En . eerie Technician I
51
$18.23
0.3
Administrative Assist
0
$0
0.0
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- 67
$102:36:.;;
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment A, Page 5 of 7
Exhibit 1
Grant Manager's Certification of Disbursement Request
(name of Grantee's Grant Manager designated in the Agreement)
on behalf of , do hereby certify that:
(name of Grantee/ Recipient)
1. The disbursement amount requested on Page 1 of this form is for allowable costs for the project described
in Attachment A of the Agreement;
2. All costs included in the amount requested have been satisfactorily purchased, performed, received, and
applied toward completing the project; such costs are documented by invoices or other appropriate
documentation as required in paragraph 31);
3. The Grantee has paid such costs under the terms and provisions of contracts relating directly to the
project; and the Grantee is not in default of any terms or provisions of the contracts; and
4. All permits and approvals required for the construction which is underway have been obtained.
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DEP Agreement No. G4429, Attachment A, Page 6 of 7
Exhibit 2
Engineer's Certification of Payment Request
I, , being the Professional Engineer retained by
(name of Professional Engineer)
, am responsible for overseeing construction of the
(name of Grantee/Recipient)
project described in the Agreement and do hereby certify that:
1. Equipment, materials, labor, and services represented by the construction invoices have been satisfactorily
purchased or received and applied to the project in accordance with construction contract documents filed with
the Department of Environmental Protection;
2. Payment is in accordance with construction contract provisions;
3. Construction up to the point of this disbursement is in compliance with the approved plans and permits;
4. All changes, additions, or deletions to the construction contract(s) have been documented by change order and
all change orders have been submitted to the Department; and
5. All additions or deletions to the Project which have altered the Project's performance standards, scope, or
purpose (since issuance of the pertinent Department permit) have been identified in writing by amendment to
this Agreement.
Professional Engineer's Signature Date
Firm or Affiliation P.E. Number
Engineer's Seal below:
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DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment A, Page 7 of 7
Grantee:
Mailing Address:
DEP Agreement No.:
Date Of Request: _
Task/Deliverable Amount
Requested:$
ATTACHMENT B
PAYMENT REQUEST SUMMARY FORM
Grantee's Grant Manager:
Payment Request No.:
Performance
Task/Deliverable
GRANT EXPENDITURES SUMMARY SECTION
fF.ffective data of C;rant through F.nd-nf-Grant Perindl
CATEGORY OF EXPENDITURE
AMOUNT OF
THIS REQUEST
TOTAL
CUMULATIVE
PAYMENT
REQUESTS
MATCHING
FUNDS
TOTAL
CUMULATIVE
MATCHING
FUNDS
Salaries
$N/A
$N/A
$
$
Fringe Benefits
$N/A
$N/A
$
$
Travel (if authorized)
$N/A
$N/A
$N/A
$N/A
Subcontracting:
Contractual
$
$
$
$
Equipment Purchases
$N/A
$N/A
$N/A
$N/A
Supplies/Other Expenses
$N/A
$N/A
$N/A
$N/A
Land
$N/A
$N/A
$N/A
$N/A
Indirect
$N/A
$N/A
$N/A
$N/A
TOTAL AMOUNT
$
$
$
$
TOTAL TASK/DELIVERABLE
BUDGET AMOUNT
$
$
Less Total Cumulative Payment
Re nests of:
$
5
S
TOTAL REMAINING IN TASK
$
GRANTEE CERTIFICATION
The undersigned certifies that the amount being
was for items that were chareed to and utilized
Grantee's Grant Manager's Signature
Telephone Number
DEP Agreement No.G0429, Attachment B, Page I oft
:sted for reimbursement above
for the above cited vxant activi
Grantee's Fiscal Agent
Print Name
Telephone Number
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETING
PAYMENT REQUEST SUMMARY FORM
GRANTEE: Enter the name of the grantee's agency.
MAILING ADDRESS: Enter the address that you want the state warrant sent.
DEP AGREEMENT NO.: This is the number on your grant agreement.
DATE OF REQUEST: This is the date you are submitting the request.
TASK/DELIVERABLE AMOUNT REQUESTED: This should match the amount on the "TOTAL
TASKIDELIVERABLE BUDGET AMOUNT" line for the "AMOUNT OF THIS REQUEST' column.
GRANTEE'S GRANT MANAGER: This should be the person identified as grant manager in the grant Agreement.
PAYMENT REQUEST NO.: This is the number of your payment request, not the quarter number.
PERFORMANCE PERIOD: This is the beginning and ending date of the performance period for the task/deliverable
that the request is for (this must be within the timeline shown for the task/deliverable in the Agreement).
TASK/DELIVERABLE NO.: This is the number of the task/deliverable that you are requesting payment for and/or
claiming match for (must agree with the current Grant Work Plan).
GRANT EXPENDITURES SUMMARY SECTION:
"AMOUNT OF THIS REOUEST" COLUMN: Enter the amount that was expended for this task during the period for
which you are requesting reimbursement for this task. This must agree with the currently approved budget in the current
Grant Work Plan of your grant Agreement. Do not claim expenses in a budget category that does not have an approved
budget. Do not claim items that are not specifically identified in the current Grant Work Plan. Enter the column total on
the "TOTAL AMOUNT' line. Enter the amount of the task on the "TOTAL TASK BUDGET AMOUNT' line. Enter the
total cumulative amount of this request and all previous payments on the "LESS TOTAL CUMULATIVE PAYMENT
REQUESTS OF' line. Deduct the "LESS TOTAL CUMULATIVE PAYMENT REQUESTS OF" from the "TOTAL TASK
BUDGET AMOUNT' for the amount to enter on the "TOTAL REMAINING IN TASK" line.
"TOTAL CUMULATIVE PAYMENT REQUESTS" COLUMN: Enter the cumulative amounts that have been
requested to date for reimbursement by budget category. The final request should show the total of all requests; first
through the final request (this amount cannot exceed the approved budget amount for that budget category for the task you
are reporting on). Enter the column total on the "TOTALS" line. Do not enter anything in the shaded areas.
"MATCHING FUNDS" COLUMN: Enter the amount to be claimed as match for the performance period for the task
you are reporting on. This needs to be shown under specific budget categories according to the currently approved Grant
Work Plan. Enter the total on the "TOTAL AMOUNT' line for this column. Enter the match budget amount on the
"TOTAL TASK BUDGET AMOUNT" line for this column. Enter the total cumulative amount of this and any previous
match claimed on the "LESS TOTAL CUMULATIVE PAYMENTS OF' line for this column. Deduct the "LESS TOTAL
CUMULATIVE PAYMENTS OF' from the "TOTAL TASK BUDGET AMOUNT' for the amount to enter on the "TOTAL
REMAINING IN TASK" line.
"TOTAL CUMULATIVE MATCHING FUNDS" COLUMN: Enter the cumulative amount you have claimed to date
for match by budget category for the task. Put the total of all on the line titled "TOTALS." The final report should show the
total of all claims,'first claim through the final claim, etc. Do not enter anything in the shaded areas.
GRANTEE CERTIFICATION: Must be signed by both the Grantee's Grant Manager as identified in the grant
agreement and the Grantee's Fiscal Agent.
NOTES:
If claiming reimbursement for travel, you must include copies of receipts and a copy of the travel reimbursement
form approved by the Department of Financial Services, Chief Financial Officer.
Documentation for match claims must meet the same requirements as those expenditures for reimbursement.
DEP Agreement No.G0429, Attachment B, Page 2 of 2
ATTACHMENT C
MBEIWBE PROCUREMENT REPORTING FORM
Grantee's Name:
1. EPA Financial Assistance Agreement Number:
2. Reporting (Performance) Period:
3. Business
4. $ Value of
5. Date of
6. Type of
7. Name/Address/Phone Number of MBE/WBE
Enterprise
Procurement
Award
MM/DD/YY
Product or
Services
Contractor or Vendor
Minority Women
(Enter Code)
(MBE) (VIBE)
i
i
Type of product or service codes:
1 = Construction 2 = Supplies 3 = Services 4 = Equipment
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment C, Page 1 of 3
Instructions:
A. General Instructions:
MBENVBE utilization is based on Executive Orders 11625, 12138, 12432, P.L. 102-389 and EPA Regulations Part 30 and 31. EPA Form 5700-52A must
be completed by recipients of Federal grants, cooperative agreements, or other Federal financial assistance which involve procurement of supplies,
equipment, construction or services to accomplish Federal assistance programs.
B. Definitions:
Procurement is the acquisition through contract, order, purchase, lease or barter of supplies, equipment, construction or services needed to accomplish
Federal assistance programs.
A contract is a written agreement between Grantee and any lower tier agreement (also considered "subcontracts") for equipment, services, supplies, or
construction necessary to complete the project. This definition includes personal and professional services, agreements with consultants, and purchase
orders.
A minority business enterprise (MBE) is a business concern that is (1) at least 51 percent owned by one or more minority individuals, or, in the case of a
publicly owned business, at least 51 percent of the stock is owned by one or more minority individuals; and (2) whose daily business operations are
managed and directed by one or more of the minority owners.
U.S. citizenship is required. Recipients shall presume that minority individuals include Black Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Asian
Pacific Americans, or other groups whose members are found to be disadvantaged by the Small Business Act or by the Secretary of Commerce under
section 5 of Executive order 11625. The reporting contact at EPA can provide additional information.
A woman business enterprise (WBE) is a business concern that is, (1) at least 51 percent owned by one or more women, or, in the case of a publicly
owned business, at least 51 percent of the stock is owned by one or more women and (2) whose daily business operations are managed and directed by
one or more of the women owners.
Business firms which are 51 percent owned by minorities or women, but are in fact managed and operated by non -minority individuals do not qualify for
meeting MBENVBE procurement goals. U.S. Citizenship is required.
The following affirmative steps for utilizing MBEs and WBEs must be documented. Such documentation is subject to EPA review upon request:
1. Include of MBEsMBEs on solicitation lists.
2. Assure that MBEsNVBEs are solicited once they are identified.
3. Divide total requirements into smaller tasks to permit maximum MBENVBE participation, where feasible.
4. Establish delivery schedules which will encourage MBENVBE participation, where feasible.
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment C, Page 2 of 3
5. Encourage use of the services of the U.S. Department of Commerce's Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) and the U.S. Small
Business Administration to identify MBEs/WBEs.
6. Require that each party to a subgrant, subagreement, or contract award take the affirmative steps outlined here.
A separate report must be submitted for each funding source under this Agreement.
For each MBE/\NBE procurement made under this Agreement during the reporting period, provide the following information:
1. Enter the Grantee agency name.
2. The EPA Financial Assistance Agreement Number is located in this Agreement.
3. The Reporting (Performance) Period should be the same Performance Period shown on the Payment Request Summary Form that is being
submitted with this Report.
4. Check either the MBE or WBE column. If a firm is both an MBE and WBE, the recipient may choose to count the entire procurement towards
EITHER its MBE or WBE accomplishments. The Grantee may also divide the total amount of the procurement (using any ratio it so chooses)
and count those divided amounts toward its MBE and WBE accomplishments. If the recipient chooses to divide the procurement amount and
count portions toward its MBE and WBE accomplishments, please state the appropriate amounts under the MBE and WBE columns on the form.
The combined MBE and WBE amounts for that MBE/WBE contractor must not exceed the "Value of the Procurement" reported in
column #3
5. Dollar value of procurement.
6. Date of award, shown as month, day, and year. Date of award is defined as the last date of execution, not the date the contractor received
payment under the awarded contract or procurement, unless payment occurred on the date of execution. (Where direct purchasing is the
procurement method, the date of execution is the date the purchase was made)
7. Using codes at the bottom of the form, identify type of product or service acquired through this procurement (e.g., enter 1 if construction, 2 if
supplies, etc).
8. Name, address, and telephone number of MBE/WBE firm.
This data is requested to comply with provisions mandated by: statute or regulations (40 CFR Part 30 and 31); OMB Circulars; or added by EPA to
ensure sound and effective assistance management. Accurate, complete data are required to obtain funding, while no pledge of confidentiality is provided.
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment C, Page 3 of 3
1.
ATTACHMENT D
Contract Payment Requirements
Florida Department of Financial Services, Reference Guide for State Expenditures
Cost Reimbursement Contracts
Invoices for cost reimbursement contracts must be supported by an itemized listing of expenditures by category
(salary, travel, expenses, etc.). Supporting documentation must be provided for each amount for which reimbursement
is being claimed indicating that the item has been paid. Check numbers may be provided in lieu of copies of actual
checks. Each piece of documentation should clearly reflect the dates of service. Only expenditures for categories in
the approved contract budget should be reimbursed.
Listed below are examples of the types of documentation representing the minimum requirements:
(1) Salaries: A payroll register or similar documentation should be submitted. The payroll register
should show gross salary charges, fringe benefits, other deductions and net pay. If an
individual for whom reimbursement is being claimed is paid by the hour, a document
reflecting the hours worked times the rate of pay will be acceptable.
(2) Fringe Benefits: Fringe Benefits should be supported by invoices showing the amount paid on behalf of the
employee (e.g., insurance premiums paid). If the contract specifically states that fringe
benefits will be based on a specified percentage rather than the actual cost of fringe
benefits, then the calculation for the fringe benefits amount must be shown.
Exception: Governmental entities are not required to provide check numbers or copies
of checks for fringe benefits.
(3) Travel: Reimbursement for travel must be in accordance with Section 112.061, Florida Statutes,
which includes submission of the claim on the approved State travel voucher or electronic
means.
(4) Other direct costs: Reimbursement will be made based on paid invoices/receipts. If nonexpendable property
is purchased using State funds, the contract should include a provision for the transfer of
the property to the State when services are terminated. Documentation must be provided
to show compliance with Department of Management Services Rule 60A-1.017, Florida
Administrative Code, regarding the requirements for contracts which include services and
that provide for the contractor to purchase tangible personal property as defined in Section
273.02, Florida Statutes, for subsequent transfer to the State.
(5) In-house charges: Charges which may be of an internal nature (e.g., postage, copies, etc.) may be reimbursed
on a usage log which shows the units times the rate being charged. The rates must be
reasonable.
(6) Indirect costs: If the contract specifies that indirect costs will be paid based on a specified rate, then the
calculation should be shown.
Contracts between state agencies, and or contracts between universities may submit alternative documentation to
substantiate the reimbursement request that may be in the form of FLAIR reports or other detailed reports.
The Florida Department of Financial Services, online Reference Guide for State Expenditures can be found at this
web address: http://www.fldfs.com/aadir/reference euide.htm
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment D, Page I of I
ATTACHMENT E
PROGRESS REPORT FORM
DEP Agreement No.: G0429
Grantee Name:
Grantee Address:
Grantee's Grant Manager: -Telephone No.:
Reporting Period:
Project Number and Title:
Provide the following information for all tasks and deliverables identified in the Grant
Work Plan: a summary of project accomplishments for the reporting period; a comparison
of actual accomplishments to goals for the period; if goals were not met, provide reasons
why; provide an update on the estimated time for completion of the task and an
explanation for any anticipated delays and identify by task.
NOTE: Use as many pages as necessary to cover all tasks in the Grant Work Plan.
The following format should be followed:
Task 1:
Progress for this reporting period:
Identify any delays or problems encountered:
This report is submitted in accordance with the reporting requirements of DEP Agreement No.
G0429 and accurately reflects the activities associated with the project.
Signature of Grantee's Grant Manager
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment E, Page 1 of 1
Date
ATTACHMENT F
SPECIAL AUDIT REQUIREMENTS
The administration of resources awarded by the Department of Environmental Protection (which may be referred to
as the Department, 'DEP" "FDEP" or "Grantor", or other name in the contract/agreement) to the recipient
(which may be referred to as the "Contractor" Grantee" or other name in the contract/agreement) may be subject
to audits and/or monitoring by the Department of Environmental Protection, as described in this attachment.
MONITORING
In addition to reviews of audits conducted in accordance with OMB Circular A-133 and Section 215.97, F.S., as
revised (see "AUDITS" below), monitoring procedures may include, but not be limited to, on-site visits by
Department staff, limited scope audits as defined by OMB Circular A-133, as revised, and/or other procedures. By
entering into this Agreement, the recipient agrees to comply and cooperate with any monitoring
procedures/processes deemed appropriate by the Department of Environmental Protection. In the event the
Department of Environmental Protection determines that a limited scope audit of the recipient is appropriate, the
recipient agrees to comply with any additional instructions provided by the Department to the recipient regarding
such audit. The recipient further agrees to comply and cooperate with any inspections, reviews, investigations, or
audits deemed necessary by the Chief Financial Officer or Auditor General.
AUDITS
PART I: FEDERALLY FUNDED
This part is applicable if the recipient is a State or local government or a non-profit organization as defined in OMB
Circular A-133, as revised.
In the event that the recipient expends $500,000 or more in Federal awards in its fiscal year, the recipient
must have a single or program -specific audit conducted in accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular
A-133, as revised. EXHIBIT 1 to this Attachment indicates Federal funds awarded through the Department
of Environmental Protection by this Agreement. In determining the Federal awards expended in its fiscal
year, the recipient shall consider all sources of Federal awards, including Federal resources received from
the Department of Environmental Protection. The determination of amounts of Federal awards expended
should be in accordance with the guidelines established by OMB Circular A-133, as revised. An audit of
the recipient conducted by the Auditor General in accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular A-133,
as revised, will meet the requirements of this part.
2. In connection with the audit requirements addressed in Part I, paragraph 1, the recipient shall fulfill the
requirements relative to auditee responsibilities as provided in Subpart C of OMB Circular A-133, as
revised.
3. If the recipient expends less than $500,000 in Federal awards in its fiscal year, an audit conducted in
accordance with the provisions of OMB Circular A-133, as revised, is not required. In the event that the
recipient expends less than $500,000 in Federal awards in its fiscal year and elects to have an audit
conducted in accordance withthe provisions of OMB Circular A-133, as revised, the cost of the audit must
be paid from non -Federal resources (i.e., the cost of such an audit must be paid from recipient resources
obtained from other than Federal entities).
4. The recipient may access information regarding the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) via
the intemet at htta://12.46.245.173/cfda/cfda.html.
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment F, Page I of 5
PART 11: STATE FUNDED
This part is applicable if the recipient is a nonstate entity as defined by Section 215.97(2)(m), Florida Statutes.
In the event that the recipient expends a total amount of state financial assistance equal to or in excess of
$500,000 in any fiscal year of such recipient, the recipient must have a State single or project -specific audit
for such fiscal year in accordance with Section 215.97, Florida Statutes; applicable rules of the Department
of Financial Services; and Chapters 10.550 (local governmental entities) or 10.650 (nonprofit and for-profit
organizations), Rules of the Auditor General. EXHIBIT I to this Attachment indicates state financial
assistance awarded through the Department of Environmental Protection by this Agreement. In
determining the state financial assistance expended in its fiscal year, the recipient shall consider all sources
of state financial assistance, including state financial assistance received from the Department of
Environmental Protection, other state agencies, and other nonstate entities. State financial assistance does
not include Federal direct or pass-through awards and resources received by a nonstate entity for Federal
program matching requirements.
2. In connection with the audit requirements addressed in Part 11, paragraph 1; the recipient shall ensure that
the audit complies with the requirements of Section 215.97(7), Florida Statutes. This includes submission
of a financial reporting package as defined by Section 215.97(2), Florida Statutes, and Chapters 10.550
(local governmental entities) or 10.650 (nonprofit and for-profit organizations), Rules of the Auditor
General.
3. If the recipient expends less than $500,000 in state financial assistance in its fiscal year, an audit conducted
in accordance with the provisions of Section 215.97, Florida Statutes, is not required. In the event that the
recipient expends less than $500,000 in state financial assistance in its fiscal year, and elects to have an
audit conducted in accordance with the provisions of Section 215.97, Florida Statutes, the cost of the audit
must be paid from the non -state entity's resources (i.e., the cost of such an audit must be paid from the
recipient's resources obtained from other than State entities).
4. For information regarding the Florida Catalog of State Financial Assistance (CSFA), a recipient should
access the Florida Single Audit Act website located at b-Us://apps.fldfs.com/fsaa for assistance. In
addition to the above websites, the following websites may be accessed for information: Legislature's
Website at htto://www.leg.state.fl.us/Welcome/index.cfin State of Florida's website at
http://www.mAorida.com/, Department of Financial Services' Website at htty://www.fldfs.com/ and the
Auditor General's Website at hiip://www.state.fl.us/audgen.
PART III: OTHER AUDIT REQUIREMENTS
(NOTE: This part would be used to speck any additional audit requirements imposed by the State awarding entity
that are solely a matter of that State awarding entity's policy (i.e., the audit is not required by Federal or State laws
and is not in conflict with other Federal or State audit requirements). Pursuant to Section 215.97(8), Florida
Statutes, State agencies may conduct or arrange for audits of State financial assistance that are in addition to audits
conducted in accordance with Section 215.97, Florida Statutes. In such an event, the State awarding agency must
arrange for funding the full cost of such additional audits.)
PART IV: REPORT SUBMISSION
Copies of reporting packages for audits conducted in accordance with OMB Circular A-133, as revised, and
required by PART I of this Attachment shall be submitted, when required by Section .320 (d), OMB
Circular A-133, as revised, by or on behalf of the recipient directly to each of the following:
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment F, Page 2 of 5
A. The Department of Environmental Protection at one of the following addresses:
By Mail:
Audit Director
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Office of the Inspector General, MS 40
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
Electronically:
FDEPS ing leA udit(a),dep.state. fl. us
B. The Federal Audit Clearinghouse designated in OMB Circular A-133, as revised (the number of
copies required by Sections .320 (d)(1) and (2), OMB Circular A-133, as revised, should be
submitted to the Federal Audit Clearinghouse), at the following address:
Federal Audit Clearinghouse
Bureau of the Census
1201 East 10th Street
Jeffersonville, IN 47132
Submissions of the Single Audit reporting package for fiscal periods ending on or after January 1,
2008, must be submitted using the Federal Clearinghouse's Internet Data Entry System which can
be found at http://harvester.census.pov/fac/
C. Other Federal agencies and pass-through entities in accordance with Sections .320 (e) and (f),
OMB Circular A-133, as revised.
2. Pursuant to Section .320(f), OMB Circular A-133, as revised, the recipient shall submit a copy of the
reporting package described in Section .320(c), OMB Circular A-133, as revised, and any management
letters issued by the auditor, to the Department of Environmental Protection at one the following addresses:
By Mail:
Audit Director
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Office of the Inspector General, MS 40
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
Electronically:
FDEPSingleAudit(@,dep.state.fl.us
3. Copies of financial reporting packages required by PART II of this Attachment shall be submitted by or on
behalf of the recipient directly to each of the following:
A. The Department of Environmental Protection at one of the following addresses:
By Mail
Audit Director
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Office of the Inspector General, MS 40
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
Electronically:
FDEPS ing IeA udit(ab,dep. state. fl.us
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment F, Page 3 of 5
B. The Auditor General's Office at the following address:
State of Florida Auditor General
Room 401, Claude Pepper Building
111 West Madison Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-1450
4. Copies of reports or management letters required by PART III of this Attachment shall be submitted by or
on behalf of the recipient directly to the Department of Environmental Protection at one of the following
addresses:
By Mail:
Audit Director
Florida Department of Environmental Protection
Office of the Inspector General, MS 40
3900 Commonwealth Boulevard
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-3000
Electronically:
FDEPSin2leAudit(a),deu.state.fl.us
5. Any reports, management letters, or other information required to be submitted to the Department of
Environmental Protection pursuant to this Agreement shall be submitted timely in accordance with OMB
Circular A-133, Florida Statutes, or Chapters 10.550 (local governmental entities) or 10.650 (nonprofit and
for-profit organizations), Rules of the Auditor General, as applicable.
6. Recipients, when submitting financial reporting packages to the Department of Environmental Protection
for audits done in accordance with OMB Circular A-133, or Chapters 10.550 (local governmental entities)
or 10.650 (nonprofit and for-profit organizations), Rules of the Auditor General, should indicate the date
that the reporting package was delivered to the recipient in correspondence accompanying the reporting
package.
PART V: RECORD RETENTION
The recipient shall retain sufficient records demonstrating its compliance with the terms of this Agreement for a
period of 5 years from the date the audit report is issued, and shall allow the Department of Environmental
Protection, or its designee, Chief Financial Officer, or Auditor General access to such records upon request. The
recipient shall ensure that audit working papers are made available to the Department of Environmental Protection,
or its designee, Chief Financial Officer, or Auditor General upon request for a period of 3 years from the date the
audit report is issued, unless extended in writing by the Department of Environmental Protection.
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DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment F, Page 4 of 5
EXHIBIT —1
FUNDS AWARDED TO THE RECIPIENT PURSUANT TO THIS AGREEMENT CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING:
Federal Resources Awarded to the Reci lent Pursuant to this Agreement Consist of the Following:
Federal
Program
Number
Federal Agency
CFDA
Number
CFDA Title
Funding Amount
State
Appropriation
Category
Original
Agreement
Environmental Protection
Agency
66.460
Nonpoint Source Implementation Grants
$176,840
140076
State Resources Awarded to the Recipient Pursuant to this A reement Consist of the Following Matching Resources for Federal Pro rams:
Federal
Program
Number
State
Appropriation
Federal Agency CFDA CFDA Title Funding Amount Category
CSFA Title State
State CSFA or Appropriation
Fiscal Year Number Funding Source Description Funding Amount Category
State Resources Awarded to the Recipient
Pursuant to this A reement Consist of the Following Resources Sub'ect to Section 215.97, F.S.:
State
Program
Number Funding Source
CSFA Title State
State CSFA or Appropriation
Fiscal Year Number Funding Source Description Funding Amount Category
Total Award 1 $176,840
For each program identified above, the recipient shall comply with the program requirements described in the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA)
[bttp://12.46.245.173/cfda/cfda.htmi] and/or the Florida Catalog of State Financial Assistance (CSFA) [https:Happs.fldfs.com/fsaa/searchCatalog.aspx]. The
services/purposes for which the funds are to be used are included in the Contract scope of services/work. Any match required by the recipient is clearly indicated
in the Contract.
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment F, Page 5 of 5
ATTACHMENT G Approved by OMB
0348-0046
DISCLOSURE OF LOBBYING ACTIVITIES
Complete this form to disclose lobbying activities pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 1352
(See reverse for public burden disclosure.)
1. Type of Federal Action:
2. Status of Federal Action:
3. Report Type:
F�
El
a. contract
a. bid/offer/application
a. initial filing
b. grant
b. initial award
b. material change
c. cooperative agreement
c. post -award
d. loan
For Material Change Only:
e. loan guarantee
f. loan insurance
year quarter
date of last report
4. Name and Address of Reporting Entity:
S. If Reporting Entity in No. 4 is Subawardee, Enter Name
and Address of Prime:
❑ Prime ❑ Subawardee
Tier , if known:
Congressional District, if known:
Congressional District, if known:
6. Federal Department/Agency:
7. Federal Program Name/Description:
CFDA Number, if applicable:
8. Federal Action Number, if known:
9. Award Amount, if known:
$
10. a. Name and Address of Lobbying Entity
b. Individuals Performing Services (including address if
(if individual, last name, first name, MI):
diffierent from No. 10a)
(last name, first name, UI):
(attach Continuation Sheets
S1=LLLA, ifnecessary)
Signature:
It. Information requested through this form is authorized by title 31 U.S.C.
section 1352. This disclosure of lobbying activities is a material
Print Name:
representation of fact upon which reliance was placed by the tier above
when this transaction was made or entered into. This disclosure is required
pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 1352. This information will be reported to Congress
Title:
semi-annually and will be available for public inspection. Any person who
fails to file the required disclosure shall be subject to a civil penalty of not
Telephone No.: Date:
less than 510,000 and not more than 5100,000 for each such failure.
Federal Use Only:
Authorized for Local Reproduction
Standard Form — LLL (Rev 7 — 97)
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment G, Page 1 of 2
INSTRUCTIONS FOR COMPLETION OF SF -LLL, DISCLOSURE OF LOBBYING ACTIVITIES
This disclosure form shall be completed by the reporting entity, whether subawardee or prime Federal recipient, at
the initiation or receipt of a covered Federal action, or a material change to a previous filing, pursuant to title 31
U.S.C. section 1352. The filing of a form is required for each payment or agreement to make payment to any
lobbying entity for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of
Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with a covered
Federal action. Complete all items that apply for both the initial filing and material change report. Refer to the
implementing guidance published by the Office of Management and Budget for additional information.
1. Identify the type of covered Federal action for which lobbying activity is and/or has been secured to
influence the outcome of a covered Federal action.
2. Identify the status of the covered Federal action.
3. Identify the appropriate classification of this report. If this is a followup report caused by a material
change to the information previously reported, enter the year and quarter in which the change occurred.
Enter the date of the last previously submitted report by the reporting entity for this covered Federal
action.
4. Enter the full name, address, city, state and zip code of the reporting entity. Include Congressional
District, if known. Check the appropriate classification of the reporting entity that designates if it is or
expects to be, a prime or subaward recipient. Identify the tier of the subawardee, e.g., the first
subawardee of the prime is the lst tier. Subawards include but are not limited to subcontracts,
subgrants and contract awards under grants.
5. If the organization filing the report in item 4 checks "Subawardee", then enter the full name, address,
city, state and zip code of the prime Federal recipient. Include Congressional District, if known.
6. Enter the name of the Federal agency making the award or loan commitment. Include at least one
organizational level below agency name, if known. For example, Department of Transportation, United
States Coast Guard.
7. Enter the Federal program name or description for the covered Federal action (item 1). If known, enter
the full Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance (CFDA) number for grants, cooperative agreements,
loans, and loan commitments.
S. Enter the most appropriate Federal identifying number available for the Federal action identified in
item 1 (e.g., Request for Proposal (RFP) number; Invitation for Bid (IFB) number; grant announcement
number; the contract, grant, or loan award number; the application/proposal control number assigned
by the Federal agency). Include prefixes, e.g., "RFP -DE -90-001."
9. For a covered Federal action where there has been an award or loan commitment by the Federal agency,
enter the Federal amount of the award/loan commitment for the prime entity identified in item 4 or 5.
10. (a) Enter the full name, address, city, state and zip code of the lobbying entity engaged by the reporting
entity identified in item 4 to influence the covered Federal action.
(b) Enter the full names of the individual(s) performing services, and include full address if different
from 10 (a). Enter Last Name, First Name, and Middle Initial (MI).
11. The certifying official shall sign and date the form, print his/her name, title and telephone number.
According to the Paperwork Reduction Act, as amended, no persons are required to respond to a collection of information unless it
displays a valid OMB Control Number. The valid OMB control number for this information collection is OMB No. 0348-0046. Public
reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 30 minutes per response, including time for reviewing
instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of
information. Send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions
for reducing this burden, to the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project (0348-0046), Washington, D.C. 20503.
DEP Agreement No. G0429, Attachment G, Page 2 of 2
ATTACHMENT H
LOBBYING AND LITIGATION CERTIFICATE*
�4YER4
I hereby certify that none of these funds have been used to engage in the lobbying of
the Federal Government or in litigation against the United States unless authorized
under existing lave.
Assistance Agreement Numbers)**
Chief Executive Officer
Date
*Complete this form pursuant to the 2001 Department of Veterans Affairs and Housing and Urban
Development, and Independent Appropriations Acts, Public Law 106-277, Section 424 and 2000 Department
of Veterans Affairs and Housing and
Urban Development, and Independent Appropriations Acts, Public Law 106-74, Section 426 and any other
subsequent Appropriation Act requirements.
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Attachment I
Quality Assurance Requirements
For Federally Funded IPPS BMP Monitoring Agreements
1. All sampling and analyses performed under this Agreement must conform to the requirements set forth in
Chapter 62-160, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.) and "Requirements for Field and Analytical Work
performed for the Department of Environmental Protection under Contract" (DEP-QA-002/02), February 2002.
2. LABORATORIES
a. The GRANTEE shall ensure that all laboratory testing activities are performed by laboratories certified by
the Florida Department of Health Environmental Laboratory Certification Program (DoH ELCP) for all
applicable matrix/method/analyte combinations to be measured. For non -potable water matrix, the
certification requirement is considered satisfied if the laboratory is certified for the contracted analyte in at
least one method that uses the same analytical technology as the contract -proposed method.
b. If the laboratory is not certified for some or all of the proposed test measurements, the laboratory shall
apply for certification within one month of Contract execution. Within six months of Contract execution,
the laboratory shall be fully certified for all applicable matrix/method/analyte combinations to be
performed. Regardless of when the laboratory receives certification, the laboratory must implement all
applicable standards of the National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Conference (NELAC) upon
Contract execution.
c. Laboratories shall maintain certification as specified in item 2.a above during the life of the Contract.
Should certification for an analyte or test method be lost, all affected tests shall be immediately sub-
contracted to a laboratory with current DoH ELCP certification in the appropriate matrix/method/analyte
combination(s). The GRANTEE shall notify the DEP Grant Manager in writing before any change to a
sub -contracted laboratory is made.
d. A copy of the DoH ELCP Certificate and the associated list of specific fields of accreditation for each
contracted or sub -contracted laboratory shall be provided to the DEP Grant Manager upon execution of this
Agreement or upon receiving DoH certification (see items 2.a and 2.b above).
e. The GRANTEE shall ensure that an acceptable initial demonstration of capability (IDOC), as described in
Appendix C of Chapter 5 of the NELAC Standards is performed. Each laboratory that performs any of the
proposed matrix/method/analyte combination(s) must have the requisite IDOC documentation and
supporting laboratory records. IDOCs shall be performed before the test procedure is used to generate data
for this Agreement. If requested by the Department, documentation that supports the IDOC shall be made
available for review.
f. When performance test samples are not required by DoH ELCP for certification, the laboratory shall
obtain, analyze and evaluate performance test samples, standard reference materials (SRM) or other
externally assayed quality control (QC) samples, hereinafter known collectively as quality control check
(QCC) samples.
(i) The laboratory shall ensure that the selected QCC samples(s) represent all matrix/method/analyte
combinations that are not subject to certification requirements.
(ii) These samples shall be analyzed at six-month intervals and the results shall be within the acceptable
range established by the QCC sample provider.
(iii) Before providing analytical services for this Contract, the laboratory must provide to the DEP contract
manager the results of the QCC sample(s) and the associated acceptable range(s) as established by the
QCC sample provider. The submitted results must be from QCC samples that have been completed
within the previous six months prior to the submission date.
g. Any non-standard laboratory procedures or methods that are proposed for use (i.e., those not approved by
DEP for standard environmental analyses) shall be submitted for review and approval in accordance with
DEP-QA-001/01, "New and Alternative Analytical Laboratory Methods," February 1, 2004. These
procedures or methods shall be approved by the DEP contract manager before use under this Contract and
must be cited or described in the required planning document (see Section 6).
h. The GRANTEE shall ensure that Practical Quantitation Limits (PQLs) and Method Detection Limits
(MDLs) required by the Contract are listed in the planning document (see Section 6).
i. The GRANTEE shall ensure that the selected laboratory test methods listed in the planning document can
provide results that meet the Contract data quality objectives.
j. The GRANTEE shall ensure that all laboratory testing procedures follow the analytical methods as
approved in the planning document (see Section 6).
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k. The GRANTEE shall ensure that the all laboratory quality control measures are consistent with Chapter 5
of the NELAC standards.
1. In addition, the GRANTEE shall ensure that the quality control requirements specified in the attached
addenda are followed.
m. The GRANTEE shall ensure that all sample results are calculated according to the procedures specified in
the analytical methods approved in the planning document.
3. FIELD ACTIVITIES
a. "Sample" refers to samples that have been either collected or analyzed under the terms of this Agreement.
b. The GRANTEE shall ensure that all sample collection and field testing activities are performed in
accordance with the Department's "Standard Operating Procedures for Field Activities" (DEP-SOP-001/01,
March 31, 2008). The specific standard operating procedures (SOPs) to be used for this Agreement shall
be cited in the planning document (see Section 6).
c. Any non-standard field procedure shall be submitted for review and approval to the DEP Grant Manager in
accordance with section FA 2000 of DEP-SOP-001/0 1. All non-standard procedures and methods must be
approved by the DEP Grant Manager before use under this Agreement and must be cited or described in the
planning document.
d. Per the quality control measures outlined in the DEP SOPs (FQ 1000 and the calibration requirements of
the FT -series for field testing), the GRANTEE shall ensure that the following field quality controls (and
any additional quality control measures specified in the addenda) are incorporated into the project design:
(i) Matrix -Related Quality Controls - The GRANTEE shall ensure that the laboratory is provided with
sufficient sample volume to analyze at least one set of matrix spikes and either matrix spike duplicates
or laboratory duplicates as follows:
(1) The first time a sample from a sample collection matrix (see Table FA 1000-1) is collected;
(2) One in each additional 20 samples of the sample collection matrix, after the first 20 samples; and
(3) The last time samples are collected for the sample collection matrix.
(ii) Field -generated Quality Control duplicates or replicates (not to be confused with laboratory duplicates)
shall be collected and analyzed at a frequency of 5% of the total number of samples collected for each
matrix/analyte combination (see FQ 1220).
(1) All field duplicate results greater than the contracted PQL should agree within 20% RPD for each
measured analyte. In the event that the field duplicate agreement is not observed, the GRANTEE
shall investigate and attempt to determine the cause of poor precision. The outcome of these
investigations shall be reported, including the corrective measures taken to minimize future
problems.
(iii) Field -Generated Quality Control (QC) Blanks — Blanks associated with field activities as defined in FQ
1210 of the DEP SOPS shall be collected according to the requirements of FQ 1230.
(1) If an analyte detected in the sample is also found in any field -generated QC blank that is
associated with the sample, the GRANTEE shall investigate and attempt to determine the cause of
the QC blank contamination. The outcome of this investigation shall be reported and shall include
a discussion of the corrective measures taken to minimize future occurrences of QC blank
contamination.
(2) If an analyte detected in the sample is also found in any field -generated QC blank that is
associated with the sample, the GRANTEE shall ensure that the analyte in the affected sample is
reported as estimated ("J" with a narrative explanation) unless the analyte concentration in the
affected sample is at least 10 times the reported QC blank value concentration.
(iv) The GRANTEE shall identify a second laboratory that meets the requirements in Section 1 and shall
arrange to have split samples collected using the sampling procedures specified in the Contract and
analyzed by the primary and secondary laboratories. Split samples shall be collected at least once
during the project and at least annually thereafter. The GRANTEE shall specify the procedure for
splitting the samples in the planning document.
(1) The results from the two laboratories shall be assessed using a precision criterion of no greater
than 20% RPD as an initial guide to assessment of the split sample results.
(2) All differences between split sample results from the two laboratories shall be investigated and
resolved.
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4. REPORTING, DOCUMENTATION AND RECORDS RETENTION
a. The GRANTEE shall ensure that all laboratory and field records as outlined in Rules 62-160.240 and .340,
F.A.C. are retained for a minimum of five years after the project completion.
b. All field and laboratory records that are associated with work performed under this Agreement shall be
organized so that any information can be quickly and easily retrieved for inspection, copying or
distribution.
c. The GRANTEE shall ensure that all laboratory reports are issued in accordance with NELAC requirements.
These reports shall be submitted to the DEP Grant Manager and shall include the following information:
► Laboratory sample identification (ID) and associated Field ID
► Analytical/test method
► Parameter/analyte name
► Analytical result (including dilution factor)
► Result unit
► Applicable DEP Qualifiers per Table 1 of Chapter 62-160, F.A.C.
► Result comment(s) to include corrective/preventive actions taken for any failed QC measure (e.g.,
QC sample, calibration failure, etc.) or other problem related to the analysis of the samples
► Date and time of sample preparation (if applicable)
► Date and time of sample analysis
► Results of laboratory verification of field preservation
► Sample matrix
► DoH ELCP certification number for each laboratory (must be associated with the test result(s)
generated by the laboratory)
► MDL
► PQL
► Sample type (such as blank type, duplicate type, etc.)
► Field and laboratory QC blank results:
• Laboratory QC blank analysis results as required by the method, NELAC Chapter 5 and
the planning document (see Section 6 below);
• Field quality control results including trip blanks, field blanks, equipment blanks, and
field duplicates (or replicates) as specified in the planning document (see Section 6)
► Results of sample matrix spikes, laboratory duplicates or matrix spike duplicates, as applicable
► Results of surrogate spike analyses (if performed)
► Results of laboratory control samples (LCS)
► Link between each reported quality control measure (e.g., QC blanks, matrix spikes, LCS,
duplicates, calibration failure, etc.) and the associated sample result(s)
► Acceptance criteria used to evaluate each reported quality control measure
d. The GRANTEE shall ensure that the following field -related information is reported to the DEP contract
manager:
/ Site and/or facility name, address and phone number
► Field ID for each sample container and the associated analytes (test methods) for which the
container was collected
► Date and time of sample collection
► Sample collection depth
► Sample collection method identified by the DEP SOP number, where applicable
► If performed, indicate samples that were filtered
► Field test measurement results:
• DEP SOP number (FT -series), where applicable
• Parameter name
• Result
• Result unit
• Applicable Data Qualifiers per Table 1 of Chapter 62-160, F.A.C.
► Narrative comments discussing corrective/preventive actions taken for any failed QC measure
(e.g., blank contamination, meter calibration failure, split sample results, etc.), unacceptable field
measurement or other problems related to the sampling event.
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e. The GRANTEE shall submit the lab and field data above electronically in either Excel or Access format.
5. AUDITS
a. AUDITS BY THE DEPARTMENT — Pursuant to Rule 62-160.650, F.A.C., the Department may conduct audits
of field and/or laboratory activities. In addition to allowing Department representatives to conduct onsite
audits, the GRANTEE, upon request by the Department, must provide all field and laboratory records
pertinent to the contracted field and laboratory activities. If an audit by the Department results in a
determination that the reported data are not usable for the purpose(s) or do not meet the data quality
objectives specified by the Contract, the DEP contract manager shall pursue remedies available to the
Department, including those outlined in Section 8 below.
b. PLANNING REVIEW AUDITS —
(i) Initial: Within 15 days of completing the first sampling and analysis event, the GRANTEE and all
associated subcontractors shall review the planning document (see Section 6 below) relative to the
completed field and laboratory activities to determine if the data quality objectives are being met,
identify any improvements to be made to the process, and refine the sampling and/or analytical design
or schedule. Within one month of the review, a summary of the review, including any corrective
action plans or amendments to the planning document, shall be sent to the DEP Grant Manager and a
copy shall be maintained with the permanent project records.
(ii) Ongoing: Planning reviews as described in item (i) above shall occur annually.
C. QUALITY SYSTEMS AUDITS — The GRANTEE and all subcontractors shall ensure that any required
laboratory and field quality system and management systems audits are performed according to the
respective Quality Manuals for each contracted and sub -contracted entity. These audits shall be
documented in the GRANTEE's and subcontractors' records.
d. STATEMENTS OF USABILITY — As a part of the audit process and the final report, the GRANTEE shall
provide statements about data usability relative to the Contract Data Quality Objectives and Data Quality
Indicators specified in the planning document, this attachment and the addenda.
(i) The GRANTEE shall ensure that all acceptance and usability criteria required by this Agreement not
specified above are listed in the planning document.
(ii) The GRANTEE shall ensure that the results of all quality control measures described above are
evaluated according to the acceptance criteria listed in this attachment, the addenda and the planning
document.
(iii) The GRANTEE shall ensure that all sample results are evaluated according to the additional usability
criteria specified in the planning document.
6. PLANNING DOCUMENT
a. The GRANTEE shall submit the planning document identified below to the DEP Grant Manager no later
than 120 days prior to the commencement of field and laboratory activities. Failure to submit the planning
document in this required timeframe shall result in a delay of approval to begin work until the document
has been submitted to the Department and approved by the DEP Grant Manager. The document shall be
submitted as a Quality Assurance Project Plan (QAPP) that is prepared in accordance with "EPA
Requirements for Quality Assurance Project Plans, EPA QA/R-5", (EPA/240B-01/003 March 2001).
b. The GRANTEE and subcontractors may submit a version of the planning document to the Department for
approval no more than three times. If the GRANTEE fails to obtain approval for the planning document
after the third (final) submission to the Department, the DEP Grant Manager may suspend or terminate the
Agreement.
c. The DEP Agreement number shall appear on the title page of the submitted planning document. Within
forty-five (45) days of receipt of the properly identified planning document by the Department, the
Department shall review and either approve the planning document or provide comments to the GRANTEE
and affected subcontractors as to why the planning document is not approved. If further revisions are
needed, the GRANTEE shall then have fifteen (15) days from the receipt of review comments to respond.
The Department shall respond to all revisions to the planning document within thirty (30) days of receipt of
any revisions.
d. If the review of the planning document by the Department is delayed, through no fault of the GRANTEE,
beyond sixty (60) days after the planning document is received by the Department, the GRANTEE shall
have the option, after the planning document is approved, of requesting and receiving an extension in the
term of the Agreement for a time period not to exceed the period of delayed review and approval. This
option must be exercised at least sixty (60) days prior to the current termination date of the Agreement.
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7.
8.
e. Work may not begin for specific Agreement tasks until approval has been received by the GRANTEE from
the DEP Grant Manager. Sampling and analysis for the Contract may not begin until the planning
document has been approved.
f. Once approved, the GRANTEE shall follow the protocols specified in the approved planning document
including, but not limited to:
► Ensuring that all stated quality control measures are collected, analyzed and evaluated for
acceptability;
► Using only the protocols approved in the planning document; and
► Using only the equipment approved in the planning document.
g. If any significant changes in procedures or test methods, changes in equipment, changes in subcontractor
organizations or changes in key personnel occur, the GRANTEE shall submit appropriate revisions of the
planning document to the DEP Grant Manager for review. The proposed revisions may not be
implemented until they have been approved by the DEP Grant Manager. If the GRANTEE fails to submit
the required revisions, the DEP Grant Manager may suspend or terminate the Agreement.
h. When the approved planning document requires modification, the amendments shall be
(i) Provided in a new planning document, or
(ii) Provided as amended sections of the current planning document, or
(iii) Documented through written or electronic correspondence with the DEP Grant Manager and
incorporated into the approved planning document.
DELIVERABLES
a. The following lists the expected schedule for the deliverables that are associated with the Quality
Assurance requirements of this Agreement.
(i) Copy of DoH ELCP Certificate(s) and the associated list(s) of specific fields of accreditation, per item
2.d above.
(ii) Copies of the QCC sample results per item 21. above.
(iii) Non-standard laboratory or field procedures — The GRANTEE shall submit to the DEP Grant Manager
all required information necessary for review of non-standard procedures per items 2.h. and 3.b. above.
(iv) Reports of planning review audits as specified in item 5.b. above.
(v) Statements of Usability as specified in item 5.d. above.
(vi) Planning document per Section 6, above.
CONSEQUENCES
a. Failure to comply with any requirement of this attachment may result in:
(i) Immediate termination of the Contract.
(ii) Withheld payment for the affected activities.
(iii) Contract suspension until the requirement(s) has been met.
(iv) A request to refund already disbursed payments.
(v) A request to redo work affected by the non-compliant activity.
(vi) Other remedies available to the Department.
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Addendum 1
Quality Control Requirements for Laboratories Performing Chemical Analysis
In addition to the quality control requirements outlined in Chapter 5 of the NELAC Standards, the following quality
control measures shall be implemented for this Agreement. Note: "Sample" refers to samples that have been either
collected or analyzed under the terms of this Agreement.
1. Matrix -Related Quality Control Samples - The GRANTEE shall ensure that samples associated with this
Agreement are used for matrix spikes, and either laboratory duplicates or matrix spike duplicates. The
laboratory shall analyze these samples:
a. The first time samples from a sample collection matrix (see Table FA 1000-1) are submitted to the
laboratory under this Agreement for analysis. The laboratory shall select one or more of the received
samples for use in composition of the matrix spike and duplicates.
b. After the first 20 samples from the sample collection matrix have been analyzed, at least one matrix spike
and either laboratory duplicates or matrix spike duplicates shall be composed using a sample or samples
selected from each additional 20 samples of the sample collection matrix submitted to the laboratory.
c. The last time samples from the sample collection matrix are received and analyzed. The laboratory shall
select one or more of the received samples for use in composition of the matrix spike and duplicates.
d. Spike levels must be at the concentrations specified in item 3 below.
e. If the selected sample concentration is expected to be below the Agreement -specified practical quantitation
limit (PQL) listed in the planning document, then matrix spike duplicates must be used.
2. Per NELAC Chapter 5 requirements, as least one Laboratory Control Sample (LCS; also known as Laboratory
Fortified Blank) shall be prepared, analyzed and evaluated with each batch of 20 samples or less.
a. The acceptance criteria for the LCS shall be specified in the planning document.
b. If the LCS is unacceptable, the samples associated with the LCS shall be reprocessed with a new LCS. If
the samples cannot be reprocessed, the data must be appropriately qualified.
3. For applicable analytes denoted in the planning document, a QC check sample, standard reference material
(SRM) or other quality control sample, hereinafter identified collectively as quality control check samples
(QCCS), shall be processed with each sample preparation batch and analyzed for evaluation according to the
acceptance limits established for the QCCS.
a. Analysis of a QCCS is required for but not limited to the following analyses:
(i) Chlorophyll — the assay for the QCCS or its original formulation shall have been determined by an
organization external to the laboratory;
(ii) Biochemical oxygen demand (BOD) or carbonaceous BOD (CBOD) — the method -specified
glucose/glutamic acid check solution shall be used; and,
(iii) Copper in seawater — the QCCS shall be any seawater -matrix SRM assayed by an organization
external to the laboratory.
b. If the QCCS is unacceptable, the samples associated with the QCCS shall be reprocessed with a new
QCCS. If the samples cannot be reprocessed, the data must be appropriately qualified for all contracted
samples in the preparation batch.
4. Spiking/Fortification Requirements - All spike fortifications must take place prior to any required sample
preparation steps (e.g., sample extraction, sample digestion, pH adjustment, etc.). The final concentration of
any spike fortification shall be at the applicable level identified below.
a. If any of the samples in the preparation batch are non -detect (i.e., below the MDL specified in the planning
document), the spiking level must not be greater than 2 times the Contract -specified PQL.
b. The concentration of a spiked sample cannot exceed 5 times the highest concentration of any contracted
sample in the preparation batch.
5. Evaluation of Matrix Spikes - The results of matrix spikes must meet the acceptance criteria specified by the
Contract and listed in the planning document or the data must be appropriately qualified.
a. If the failure is reported to be due to sample matrix interference, the laboratory shall document the process
by which this conclusion is determined.
6. Evaluation of Laboratory Duplicate/Replicate Samples — All replicate samples (sample duplicates, matrix spike
duplicates, LCS duplicates or other replicates) must be evaluated for a precision criterion not to exceed 20 %
RPD. This criterion shall be listed in the planning document.
a. In the event that laboratory replicate agreement is not observed, the laboratory must investigate the poor
precision and report the results with appropriate qualifiers and/or comments.
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7. Instrument Calibration — In addition to calibration procedures specified in the analytical methods listed in the
planning document, the GRANTEE shall ensure that the following requirements are met:
a. All sample results shall be chronologically bracketed between acceptable calibration verifications.
b. Initial Calibration Requirements
(i) The minimum number of calibration standards required to calibrate each instrument used for the
contracted analyses shall conform to the analytical method approved in the planning document. If the
minimum number of calibration standards is not specified in the method, the number must be specified
in the planning document and shall be consistent with the NELAC Chapter 5 standards.
(ii) Unless otherwise specified by the method, all sample results shall be based on the initial calibration
curve responses.
(iii) If linear regressions are used, the correlation coefficient shall be equal to or greater than 0.995 for all
regressions.
(iv) Immediately after performing an initial calibration, the accuracy of the calibration shall be verified
using a second source. A second source may be a standard, a Standard Reference Material (SRM), or
other sample type with a verified concentration such as a QC Check Sample. Standards must have
been prepared from a different lot or vendor.
(v) The acceptance criteria for second -source verifications shall be specified in the planning document.
(vi) Sample analysis cannot proceed if an initial calibration is unacceptable.
c. Continuing Calibration Requirements:
(i) When an initial calibration is not performed on the day of analysis, a continuing calibration standard
shall be analyzed, evaluated and determined to be acceptable prior to analyzing samples.
(ii) A continuing calibration standard shall be analyzed and evaluated at the end of the analytical run.
(iii) The acceptance criteria for continuing calibration verifications shall be specified in the planning
document.
(iv) For each analytical run, the analytical sensitivity must be evaluated using a continuing calibration
standard prepared at the Contract -specified PQL. The analyzed value of this standard must be within
70% — 130% of the expected value. If this PQL check fails, the blank and associated sample results
must be reported as "estimated" per Chapter 62-160, F.A.C. unless the affected results are at least 10
times the absolute value of the observed bias of the PQL check.
(v) If a continuing calibration verification fails, samples not chronologically bracketed by acceptable
calibration verifications must be reanalyzed or appropriately qualified.
d. Sample results below the Contract -specified PQL and above the highest calibration standard shall be
appropriately qualified.
8. Quality Control Blanks
a. If a Contracted analyte is detected in any analytical QC blank, the sample results that are associated with
the blank must be reported with the appropriate qualifier from Chapter 62-160, F.A.C., unless the affected
sample concentrations are at least 10 times higher than the calculated QC blank concentration.
b. Sample results must be chronologically bracketed with acceptable beginning and ending analytical QC
blanks.
c. If a Contracted analyte is detected in the field blank, equipment blank or trip blank, the result must be
confirmed by reanalyzing a new aliquot of the blank unless the sample concentration results associated with
the blank are at least 10 times the calculated blank concentration. The laboratory must investigate the
blank contamination to determine that positive blank results are not due to a laboratory error and report the
affected samples and field -generated blank results with appropriate qualifiers and/or comments.
9. If any quality control measure or calibration verification fails (including those specified above), samples that are
associated with the failure must be reanalyzed, if possible. Sample data that are associated with a failed quality
control measure or calibration must be appropriately qualified as specified in Chapter 62-160, F.A.C. An
explanatory comment must be attached to the final report for each result that has a qualifier code other than U, I,
or A. Any additional qualifier codes used but not explicitly listed in Chapter 62-160, F.A.C. must be identified
and defined in the report.
10. The reported MDL and PQL for each sample must be adjusted for dilution factors and any relevant preparation
weights and volumes.
11. Field QC duplicates or replicates - The GRANTEE shall ensure that field duplicates (not to be confused with
laboratory duplicates) are analyzed. All field duplicate results greater than the contracted PQL should agree
within 20% RPD for each measured analyte. In the event that field duplicate agreement is not observed, the
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laboratory must investigate sufficiently to determine that poor precision is not due to a laboratory error and
report the results with appropriate qualifiers and/or comments.
12. For all organic analyses using either gas chromatography or HPLC, analytes with concentrations above the
method detection limit shall be confirmed by at least one of the qualitative identification measures listed below.
Confirmation must occur the first time an analyte is detected at a sampling point.
► Second column/same detector
► Second column/alternate detector
► Same column/alternate detector
► Mass spectrometry
► Alternate wavelength
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Addendum 2
Quality Control Requirements for Laboratories Performing Microbiological Testing
In addition to the quality control requirements outlined in Chapter 5 of the NELAC Standards, the following quality
control measures shall be implemented for this Agreement. Note: "Sample" refers to samples that have been either
collected or analyzed under the terms of this Agreement.
1. All microbiological analyses must conform to the requirements for facilities, personnel qualifications,
equipment specifications and quality control measures discussed in AWWA Standard Methods, section 9020 (all
acceptable editions)
2. Holding Times — Any sample that exceeds the holding time specified in 40 CFR Part 136 (for non -potable
water) or 40 CFR Part 141 (for drinking water compliance) must be appropriately qualified with a "Q". The
holding begins with the sample collection date and time and ends with the date and time of the placement of the
processed sample into or on the applicable growth medium.
a. For non -potable water, the maximum transport time to the laboratory is 6 hours and samples should be
processed within 2 hours of receipt at the laboratory. For purposes of contractual services and to
determine compliance with this requirement, the Department will allow no greater than 6 hours from
time of collection to the time of receipt by the laboratory AND no greater than 8 hours from time of
collection to the placement of the processed sample into or on the applicable growth medium
b. All samples that are either received after 6 hours OR placed into or on growth medium after 8 hours will be
considered outside of holding time and must be qualified with a "Q" qualifier.
(i) All samples that exceed the method -specified incubation period (range of minimum to maximum) shall
be qualified with a "J" qualifier.
c. For drinking water compliance, the time from sample collection to placement of the processed sample into
or on the applicable growth medium may not exceed 30 hours.
(i) All samples that are processed after 30 hours will be considered outside of holding time and must be
qualified with a "Q" qualifier.
(ii) All samples that exceed the method -specified incubation period (range of minimum to maximum
hours) shall be qualified with a "J" qualifier.
d. In order to evaluate the holding time for each sample, the following information shall be documented.
(1) Date and time of sample collection
(2) Date and time of laboratory receipt of the sample
(3) Date and time the analysis begins — (The time at which the sample is placed in or on the
appropriate media for incubation).
(4) Date and time incubation begins
(5) Date and time analysis ends - The date and time incubation ends and plates/tubes are read.
3. Dilutions for membrane filter analysis - In order to achieve the recommended range of target organisms (20 —
60 colony forming units (CFU) for fecal coliform, enterococci and fecal streptococcus or 20 — 80 for total
coliforms and E.coli), multiple dilutions of a sample must be run. While the general history of a sample site
may be well known, the water will be influenced by many environmental factors at any one time.
a. A minimum of 3 dilutions will be run for each sample analysis (except blanks). The three dilution
volumes may vary according to the range of expected values or an understanding of the environmental
conditions at the time of sampling. Waters of a higher quality (low microbial density) may benefit from a
dilution series of 100 mL, 50 mL, and 25 mL of sample volume, whereas, lower quality waters (high
microbial density) might require only 10 mL, 1.0 mL, and 0.1 mL. Use a 100 mL dilution for all blanks
(including field and equipment blanks). Table 1 provides suggested volumes for varying water sources and
has been adapted from Table 9222:111, Standard Methods, 20th Edition, and can be used for microbiological
samples:
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Table 1: Suggested
sample dilutions
Water source
Dilutions (Sample Volume, mL
Equipment, field blanks
100
Lakes, reservoirs, rivers
100, 50, 10 or 50, 10, 25
Wells, springs
100, 50, 10 or 100, 50, 25
Water supply intake
50, 10,1
Natural bathing waters
50, 10, 1
Sewage treatment plant
10, 1, 0.1
Farm ponds, rivers
1, 0.1, 0.01
Stormwater runoff
1, 0.1, 0.01
Raw municipal sewage
0.1, 0.01, 0.001
Feedlot runoff
0.1, 0.01, 0.001
Sewage sludge
0.01, 0.001, 0.0001
4. QUALITY CONTROL BLANKS
a. The number and types of blanks to be run shall follow method requirements with these modifications:
(i) If the membrane filter technique is used, the sample set(s) shall be associated with a beginning and
ending filtration blank processed within a time period not to exceed 30 minutes. The environmental
field samples shall be filtered after the beginning blank and before the ending blank.
(ii) If filtration funnels are not sanitized by U light between samples, additional sterility blanks shall be
filtered after every 10 samples processed within the 30 -minute set
b. The results of any blank must be < 1 CFU/100 mL or the associated sample results must be reported with
the appropriate qualifier from Chapter 62-160, F.A.C. ("V" for filtration blanks and "J" for field -generated
blanks).
5. LaboratoKy Quality Control Duplicates
a. At least 10% of the samples (or one per test run) shall be duplicated.
b. All duplicate results shall be evaluated per method specifications using the precision criterion. The range
of the transformed duplicates shall not exceed the precision criterion established by the laboratory. In the
event that laboratory duplicate agreement is not observed, the laboratory must investigate the poor
precision and report the results with appropriate qualifiers and/or comments.
c. Field Quality Control Duplicates or Replicates - In the event that agreement (less than or equal the
laboratory established precision criterion) is not observed between results from field -generated replicate
samples, the laboratory must investigate the replicate analyses to determine that poor precision is not due to
a laboratory error and report the results with appropriate qualifiers and/or comments. The laboratory shall
use the analytical method specifications for precision control as a guide to evaluation of the field -generated
replicate results.
6. Colony Counts
a. In addition to the requirements listed below, all analytical results shall be calculated by the procedures
established in the microbiological method(s) approved for the Contract and listed in the planning document.
b. The laboratory shall make every attempt to ensure that colony counts are in the method -specified ideal
range (20 — 60 colony forming units (CFU) for fecal coliform, enterococci and fecal streptococcus or 20 —
80 for total coliforms and E.coli). Reported values from colony plate counts outside this range shall be
qualified with a `B" (unless the reported value is from a 100 mL sample and the count is less than 20).
c. If all counts are above 60, the result shall be calculated and reported from the highest dilution. This result
must be reported as "estimated".
7. Calculating Raw Data for Final Reporting - Standard Methods (SM) 9222D and EPA Method 1600 offer
slightly differing guidance on the calculation and reporting of microbiological data. Although this guidance is
not intended to capture every scenario possible in the calculation and reporting of the test data, the most
common scenarios are discussed with the emphasis on reporting the data result, the dilution factor, and the data
qualifier. For detailed discussions on additional scenarios, see the applicable method.
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a. Interpretation of Standard Methods SM 9222, B.6, 201" Ed. and EPA 1600, Appendix B. calculations:
CFU/ 100 mL= C x 100
V
Where,
CFU/100 mL = Number of enterococci or fecal coliform colony forming units per 100
mL of sample.
C = Total number of positive colonies counted on all acceptable dilutions.
V = Total volume, equal to the sum of all acceptable dilutions (sample volumes used, in
mL
(i) When one dilution in a series has a count within the ideal CFU range (see above):
(1) Use the count from the dilution that is within range to calculate the final result in the equation
above.
(ii) When more than one dilution in a series has an acceptable count within the ideal range use the
applicable method below. Since this calculation is not a laboratory sample replicate, do not use an "A"
qualifier.
(1) SM 9222D - Use the sum of all dilutions within the ideal range and the sum of the counts from all
dilutions in the ideal range in the equation above.
(2) EPA 1600 - Independently calculate a final value for each dilution within the ideal range in the
equation above and report the average of these values.
(iii) When no dilutions fall within the ideal range:
(1) For both methods: A `B" qualifier is not required if all dilutions were less than the lower
acceptable limit (20 CFUs), and one of the dilutions was 100 mL. For this situation, report the
calculated value from the 100 mL dilution without a `B".
(2) SM 9222D - Use the sum of all dilutions in the equation to calculate the final result. Include
dilutions that have a zero count. Report the final result with a "B" qualifier.
(3) EPA 1600:
(a) If all counts are under the lower acceptable limit (20 CFUs) or are both above and below the
limit, choose the dilution with the count that is closest to the ideal range to calculate final
result and report with a "B" qualifier.
(b) If all counts are above the upper acceptable limit (60 or 80 CFUs), use the dilution with the
smallest volume filtered to calculate final result and report with a "B" qualifier.
(iv) If counts from all dilutions are zero:
(1) For SM 9222D- Use "1" as the total number of colonies counted and include all dilutions in the
equation to calculate final result. Report with a "U" qualifier.
(2) For EPA 1600 - Use "I" as the total number of colonies counted and use only the highest filtration
volume as total volume in the equation above to calculate final result. Report with a "U" qualifier.
(v) If there are >200 target colonies in all dilutions:
(vi) For both methods - Use the upper limit of the ideal range (60 or 80) and the smallest filtration volume
in mL to calculate an estimated final result. Report with a "Z" qualifier.
(vii)If there are >200 non -target colonies, or if the colonies are not distinct enough to count (confluent
growth) in all dilutions:
(1) For both methods -Report as "No Result" with a "Z" qualifier.
8. Use of Dilution Factor (DF) field
a. Use the following equation to determine dilution factor for all samples:
DF = 100
V
Where,
DF = Dilution Factor
V = Total volume (sum of dilutions in mL used in final calculation)
9. Verification
a. Frequency
(i) Independently verify at least 10 isolated colonies from a positive sample per month.
(ii) Verify atypical colonies of different morphological types to check for false negatives.
(iii) Also, verify any ambiguous colonies as needed.
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b. Procedure
(i) Use aseptic techniques to transfer growth from each colony into individual tubes. For 10 colonies,
there should be 10 tubes total, for each verification test media.
(ii) See Table 2 for the method requirements for fecal coliform and Enterococci. Follow the method
requirements for all others.
Table 2: Verification Tests
Method
Verify with the following:
BHI Agar Slant
BHI
Gram stain
BHI
BEA
BHI w/6.5%
NaCl
35 f 0.5°C
35 f 0.5°C
(gram
45 ± 0.5°C
35 ± 0.5°C
Enterococci
4813 h
24 f 2 h
positive
48 f 3 h
48 t 3 h
35 ± 0.5°C
EPA 1600
(use growth for
(turbidity)
cocci)
(turbidity)
(growth w/
48 f 3 h
gram staining)
black/brown
(turbidity)
precipitate)
LTB
EC
Fecal
35 ± 0.5°C
44.5 f 0.2°C
Coliforms
48 f 3 h
24 f 2 h
SM9222D
(turbidity and
(turbidity and
gas)
gas)
The response bolded in parentheses indicate the positive result for each test.
c. Reporting
(i) Adjust colony counts for the original positive sample based on percent of colonies verified positive.
(1) For example: A sample dilution has a colony count of 30 fecal coliforms. Ten of these positive
blue colonies were used in the verification tests, but only 8 verified positive for both EC and LTB.
This means only 80% were verified positive and therefore the final count of 30 is adjusted by 80%
to 24 colonies.
(ii) For verified samples, report as "Verified" in the comment field.
10. Data Qualifier Codes - The use of Data Qualifier Codes is not discussed in the methods, but the Department's
QA -Rule 62-160 F.A.C. requires that data qualifiers be used when the data is being submitted to the State. The
purpose of the Data Qualifier Codes is to communicate the reliability of the reported data to the consumer.
Table 3 identifies those Data Qualifier codes that are generally associated with microbiological data reporting.
Others may apply. The laboratory must apply any applicable data qualifiers as listed in Table 1 of the Quality
Assurance Rule (62-160, F.A.C.)
a. Any data point which is derived from any analysis other than the direct calculation of the number of
colonies on a membrane filter that were within the recommended range of the method must be qualified
with one or more of the Data Qualifier Codes listed below.
b. Any result associated with a failed QC test must be reported with applicable data qualifiers.
c. Any result that is associated with a failure to meet test requirements (e.g., holding time, incubation time,
etc.) shall also be qualified with applicable data qualifiers.
d. Failure to report data with appropriate data qualifier codes will be returned to the laboratory without
payment for services until corrections are made.
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Table 3
Typical Data Qualifier Codes to he used when Reporting Microbiological Data to the DEP under the Overflow Purchase Order or Contract (others may apply)
Quali
fier
I Regulatory
Meaning (rule) or Contract Requii-eiiieiit/iiitet*pl*etation (contract)
Value reported is the arithmetic mean (average) of two or more determinations. This code shall be used if the reported value is the average of results
Rule
for two or more discrete and separate samples. These samples shall have been processed and analyzed independently. Do not use this code if the data
A
are the result of replicate analysis on the same sample aliquot, extract or di estate.
Contract
Requirement
Two or more replicates of the same volume ofsample are run and the data averaged.
Results based upon colony counts outside the acceptable range. This code applies to microbiological tests and specifically to membrane filter colony
Rule
counts. The code is to be used if the colony count is generated from a plate in which the total number of coliform colonies is outside the method
indicated ideal range. This code is not to be used if a 100 mL sample has been filtered and the colony count is less than the lower value of the ideal
E
range.
Contract
Based on colony counts outside the method specified range of 20 — 60 colonies per membrane filter. This code is not required if a 100 mL sample
Requirement
leas been run the densitp reported is below 20 and onl Reis sam le value was re orted
Estimated value. A "J" value shall be accompanied by a detailed explanation to justify the reason(s) for designating the value as estimated. Where
possible, the organization shall report whether the actual value is estimated to be less than or greater than the reported value. A "J" value shall not be
used as a substitute for K, L, M, T, V, or Y, however, if additional reasons exist for identifying the value as an estimate (e.g., matrix spiked failed to
meet acceptance criteria), the "J" code may be added to a K, L, M, T, V, or Y. Examples of situations in which a "J" code must be reported include:
Rule
instances where a quality control item associated with the reported value failed to meet the established quality control criteria (the specific failure
must be identified); instances when the sample matrix interfered with the ability to make any accurate determination; instances when data are
J
questionable because of improper laboratory or field protocols (e.g., composite sample was collected instead of a grab sample); instances when the
analyte was detected at or above the method detection limit in a blank other than the method blank (such as calibration blank or field -generated
blanks and the value of 10 times the blank value was equal to or greater than the associated sample value); or instances when the field or laboratory
calibrations or calibration verifications did not meet calibration acceptance criteria.
Contract
In addition to the above examples, other "J" code situations are: quality control duplicate failures, ongoing precision recovery (OPR) spike failures,
Requirement
matrix s ike ailures, incubation period or tem erature allures, other QC check failures.
Rule
Sampled, but analysis lost or not performed.
O
Contract
Sample taken but analysis lost, invalidated, or not performed
Re uirement
Q Rule Sample held beyond the accepted holding time. This code shall be used if the value is derived from a sample that was prepared or analyzed after the
approved holding time restrictions for sample preparation or analysis.
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Table 3
Typical Data Qualifier Codes to be used when Reporting Microbiological Data to the DEP under the Overflow Purchase Order or Contract (others may apply)
Quali
fict.
62-160 Regulatory Meaning (rule) or Contract Requireineiit/iiitei-pi*etatiolI (contract)
Contract Sample received after 6 hours OR analyzed beyond 8 hours.
Requirement
Indicates that the compound was analyzed for but not detected. This symbol shall be used to indicate that the specified component was not detected.
Rule
The value associated with the qualifier shall be the laboratory method detection limit. Unless requested by the client, less than the method detection
U
limit values shall not be reported see "T" above).
Contract
Organism was analyzed for but not detected.
Requirement
Indicates that the analyte was detected at or above the method detection limit in both the sample and the associated method blank and the value of 10
Rule
times the blank value was equal to or greater than the associated sample value. Note: unless specified by the method, the value in the blank shall not
V
be subtracted from associated samples.
Contract
Analyte was detected in both samples and method blank. Use this code when the sample result is less than or equal to 10 times the value ofthe blank.
Requirement
Do not subtract the value of the blankfrom the sample result.
Y
Rule
The laboratory analysis was from an improperly preserved sample. The data may not be accurate.
Too many colonies were present for accurate counting. Historically, this condition has been reported as "too numerous to count' (TNTC). The "Z"
Rule
qualifier code shat l be reported when the total number of colonies of all types is more than 200 in all dilutions of the sample. When applicable to the
observed test results, a numeric value for the colony count for the microorganism tested shall be estimated from the highest dilution factor (smallest
Z
sample volume) used for the test and reported with the qualifier code.;
Contract
Colonies on plate too numerous to count (TNTC). Results shall be reported as the maximum recommended count of typical target colonies (60
Requirement
CFU /lowest volume used x 100 mL). If atypical, non -target, ,spreading colonies or other interferences occur where typical target organisms
cannot be determined, report "No Result' in the results column and `Z" in the Data Qualifier column.
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ATTACHMENT J
Contract Provisions
All contracts awarded by a recipient, including small purchases, shall contain the following provisions as
applicable:
1. Equal Employment Opportunity - All contracts shall contain a provision requiring compliance with
Executive Order (E.O.) 11246, "Equal Employment Opportunity," as amended by E.O. 11375,
"Amending Executive Order 11246 Relating to Equal Employment Opportunity," and as supplemented
by regulations at 41 CFR part 60, "Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs, Equal
Employment Opportunity, Department of Labor."
2. Copeland "Anti -Kickback" Act (18 U.S.C. 874 and 40 U.S.C. 276c) - All contracts and subgrants in
excess of $2000 for construction or repair awarded by recipients and subrecipients shall include a
provision for compliance with the Copeland "Anti -Kickback" Act (18 U.S.C. 874), as supplemented by
Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR part 3, "Contractors and Subcontractors on Public Building or
Public Work Financed in Whole or in Part by Loans or Grants from the United States"). The Act
provides that each contractor or subrecipient shall be prohibited from inducing, by any means, any
person employed in the construction, completion, or repair of public work, to give up any part of the
compensation to which he is otherwise entitled. The recipient shall report all suspected or reported
violations to the Federal awarding agency.
3. Davis -Bacon Act, as amended (40 U.S.C. 276a to a-7) - When required by Federal program
legislation, all construction contracts awarded by the recipients and subrecipients of more than $2000
shall include a provision for compliance with the Davis -Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. 276a to a-7) and as
supplemented by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR part 5, "Labor Standards Provisions
Applicable to Contracts Governing Federally Financed and Assisted Construction"). Under this Act,
contractors shall be required to pay wages to laborers and mechanics at a rate not less than the minimum
wages specified in a wage determination made by the Secretary of Labor. In addition, contractors shall
be required to pay wages not less than once a week. The recipient shall place a copy of the current
prevailing wage determination issued by the Department of Labor in each solicitation and the award of a
contract shall be conditioned upon the acceptance of the wage determination. The recipient shall report
all suspected or reported violations to the Federal awarding agency. EPA does not consider work
performed under the 319 grants to fall under the definition of construction. Therefore, this
provision does not apply to this specific Agreement.
4. Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. 327-333) - Where applicable, all
contracts awarded by recipients in excess of $2000 for construction contracts and in excess of $2500 for
other contracts that involve the employment of mechanics or laborers shall include a provision for
compliance with Sections 102 and 107 of the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C.
327-333), as supplemented by Department of Labor regulations (29 CFR part 5). Under Section 102 of
the Act, each contractor shall be required to compute the wages of every mechanic and laborer on the
basis of a standard work week of 40 hours. Work in excess of the standard work week is permissible
provided that the worker is compensated at a rate of not less than 1 %2 times the basic rate of pay for all
hours worked in excess of 40 hours in the work week. Section 107 of the Act is applicable to
construction work and provides that no laborer or mechanic shall be required to work in surroundings or
under working conditions which are unsanitary, hazardous or dangerous. These requirements do not
apply to the purchases of supplies or materials or articles ordinarily available on the open market, or
contracts for transportation or transmission of intelligence.
5. Rights to Inventions Made Under a Contract or Agreement - Contracts or agreements for the
performance of experimental, developmental, or research work shall provide for the rights of the Federal
Government and the recipient in any resulting invention in accordance with 37 CFR part 401, "Rights to
Inventions Made by Nonprofit Organizations and Small Business Firms Under Government Grants,
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Contracts and Cooperative Agreements," and any implementing regulations issued by the awarding
agency.
6. Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq.) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended
(33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq.) - Contracts and subgrants of amounts in excess of $100,000 shall contain a
provision that requires the recipient to agree to comply ' with all applicable standards, orders or
regulations issued pursuant to the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq.) and the Federal Water
Pollution Control Act as amended (33 U.S.C. 1251 et seq.). Violations shall be reported to the Federal
awarding agency and the Regional Office of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
7. Byrd Anti -Lobbying Amendment (31 U.S.C. 1352) - Contractors who apply or bid for an award of
$100,000 or more shall file the required certification. Each tier certifies to the tier above that it will not
and has not used Federal appropriated funds to pay any person or organization for influencing or
attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, officer or
employee of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with obtaining any
Federal contract, grant or any other award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Each tier shall also disclose any
lobbying with non -Federal funds that takes place in connection with obtaining any Federal award. Such
disclosures are forwarded from tier to tier up to the recipient.
8. Debarment and Suspension (E.O.s 12549 and 12689) - No contract shall be made to parties listed on
the General Services Administration's List of Parties Excluded from Federal Procurement or
Nonprocurement Programs in accordance with E.O.s 12549 and 12689, "Debarment and Suspension."
This list contains the names of parties debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded by agencies, and
contractors declared ineligible under statutory or regulatory authority other than E.O. 12549.
Contractors with awards that exceed the small purchase threshold shall provide the required certification
regarding its exclusion status and that of its principal employees.
9. Section 508 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended (33 U.S.C. 1368) and Section
1424(e) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42 U.S.C. 300h -3(e)) - Contracts and subgrants of amounts
in excess of $100,000 shall contain a provision that requires the recipient to agree to comply with all
applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant to Section 508 of the Federal Water Pollution
Control Act, as amended (33 U.S.C. 1368) and Section 1424(e) of the Safe Drinking Water Act (42
U.S.C. 300h -3(e)). Violations shall be reported to the Federal awarding agency and the Regional Office
of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
10. Compliance with all Federal statutes relating to nondiscrimination - These include but are not
limited to: (a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (P.L. 88-352), which prohibits discrimination on
the basis of sex; (b) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29 U.S.C. 795), which
prohibits discrimination on the basis of handicaps; (c) the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended
(42 U.S.C. 6101-6107), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age; (d) the Drug Abuse Office
and Treatment Act of 1972 (P.L. 92-255), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of
drug abuse; (e) the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment and
Rehabilitation Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-616), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of
alcohol abuse or alcoholism; (f) Sections 523 and 527 of the Public Health Service Act of 1912 (42
U.S.C. 290 dd-3 and 290 ee-3), as amended, relating to confidentiality of alcohol and drug abuse patient
records; (g) Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. 3601 et seq.), as amended, relating to
nondiscrimination in the sale, rental or financing of housing; (h) any other nondiscrimination provisions
in the specific statute(s) made; and, (i) the requirements of any other nondiscrimination statute(s) that
may apply.
11. Compliance with the requirements of Titles H and III of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and
Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-646) that provide for fair and equitable
treatment of persons displaced or whose property is acquired as a result of Federal or federally assisted
programs. These requirements apply to all interests in real property acquired for project purposes
regardless of Federal participation in purchases.
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12. Compliance with the provisions of the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C. 1501-1508 and 7324 — 7328) that limit
the political activities of employees whose principal employment activities are funded in whole or in
part with Federal funds.
13. Compliance, if applicable, with flood insurance purchase requirements of Section 102(a) of the
Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-234) that requires recipients in a special flood hazard
area to participate in the program and to purchase flood insurance if the total cost of insurable
construction and acquisition is $10,000 or more.
14. Compliance with environmental standards which may be prescribed to the following: (a)
institution of environmental quality control measures under the National Environmental Policy Act of
1969 (P.L. 91-190) and Executive Order 11514; (b) notification of violating facilities pursuant to E.O.
11738; (c) protection of wetlands pursuant to E.O. 11990; (d) evaluation of flood hazards in floodplains
in accordance with E.O. 11988; (e) assurance of project consistency with the approved State
management program developed under the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. 1451 et
seq.); (f) conformity with Federal actions to State (Clean Air) Implementation Plans under Section
176(c) of the Clean Air Act of 1955, as amended (42 U.S.C. 7401 et seq.); (g) protection of
underground sources of drinking water under the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, as amended (P.L.
93-523); and (h) protection of endangered species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as
amended (P.L. 93-205).
15. Compliance with the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968 (16 U.S.C. 1271 et seq.) related to
protecting components or potential components of the national wild and scenic rivers system.
16. Compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended (16
U.S.C. 470), E.O. 11593 (identification and protection of historic properties), and the
Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. 469a-1 et seq.).
17. Compliance with P.L. 93-348 regarding the protection of human subjects involved in research,
development, and related activities supported by this award of assistance.
18. Compliance with the Laboratory Animal Welfare Act of 1966 (P.L. 89-544, as amended, 7 U.S.C.
2131 et seq.) pertaining to the care, handling, and treatment of warm blooded animals held for research,
teaching, or other activities supported by this Agreement.
19. Compliance with the Lead -Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. 4801 et seq.) that
prohibits the use of lead-based paint in construction or rehabilitation of residence structures.
20. Compliance with the mandatory standards and policies relating to energy efficiency that are
contained in the State energy conservation plan issued in accordance with the Energy Policy and
Conservation Act (Pub. L. 94-163, 89 Stat. 871).
21. Compliance with Geospatial Data Standards must be met by the Grantee under this Agreement. All
geospatial data created must be consistent with Federal Geographic Data Committee endorsed
standards. Information on these standards can be found at www.fgdc.gov.
22. Compliance with Nutrient Management Plans for Animal Feeding Operations is required under
this Grant and must have and implement a nutrient management plan that: 1) provides and maintains
buffers or equivalent practices; 2) diverts clean water; 3) prevents direct contact of confined animals
with waters of the United States; 4) addresses animal mortality; 5) addresses chemical disposal; 6)
addresses proper operation and maintenance; 7) addresses record keeping and testing; 8) maintains
proper storage capacity; and 9) addresses rate and timing of land application of manure and wastewater.
23. Trafficking Victim Protection Act of 2000, the following Prohibition Statement must be included in
any award of these funds to a private entity. "You as the recipient, your employees, subrecipients under
this Agreement, and subrecipient's employees may not engage in severe forms of trafficking in persons
during the period of time that this Agreement is in effect; procure a commercial sex act during the
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period of time that this Agreement is in effect; or use forced labor in the performance of this Agreement
or subawards under this Agreement.
24. Registrations and Identification Information, the Grantee agrees to maintain current registration in
the Central Contractor Registration (www.ccr.gov) System for Award Management (SAM) at all times
during which they have active project funded with these funds. A Dun and Bradstreet Data Universal
Numbering System (DUNS) Number (www.dnb.com) is one of the requirements for registration in the
Central Contractor Registration.
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ATTACHMENT K
REGULATIONS
Formal regulations concerning administrative procedures for EPA grants appear in Title 40 of the Code of
Federal Regulations. Grant program administrative regulations appear in Subchapter B; other regulations
of general applicability appear in Subchapter A. Other EPA regulations also impact grant programs. The
following list contains regulations and Office of Management and Budget Circulars which may apply to
the work performed under this Agreement.
Subchapter A - General
40 C.F.R. 4
Uniform relocation assistance and real property acquisition for federal and federally
assisted programs
40 C.F.R. 12
Nondiscrimination on the basis of handicap in programs or activities conducted by
EPA
40 C.F.R. 29
Intergovernmental review of EPA programs and activities
40 C.F.R. 30
Uniform administrative requirements for grants and agreements with institutions of
higher education, hospitals and other nonprofit organizations
Subchapter B — Grants and Other Federal Assistance
40 C.F.R. 31
Uniform administrative requirements for grants and cooperative agreements to state
and local governments
40 C.F.R. 34
New restrictions on lobbying
40 C.F.R. 35
State and local assistance
40 CFR 36
Drug -Free Workplace Act
Other Federal Regulations
48 C.F.R. 31
Contract Cost Principles and Procedures, or uniform cost accounting standards that
comply with cost principles acceptable to the federal agency
2 CFR 1532
Nonprocurement Suspension and Debarment Regulations
Office of Management and Budget Circulars
A-21 (2 CFR 220)
Cost Principles for Educational Institutions
A-87 (2 CFR 225)
Cost Principles for State, Local, and Indian Tribal Governments
A-122 (2 CFR
230)
Cost Principles for Non -Profit Organizations
A-133
Audit Requirements
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