CC SR 20230502 J - Western Ave Traffic Flow PSA Iteris
CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE: 05/02/2023
AGENDA REPORT AGENDA HEADING: Consent Calendar
AGENDA TITLE:
Consideration and possible action to award a professional services agreement to Iteris,
Inc. to conduct a comprehensive traffic study for the Western Avenue Traffic Flow
Improvements Project.
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
(1) Award a professional services agreement to Iteris, Inc. for a comprehensive traffic
study and associated support services for the Western Avenue Traffic Flow
Improvements Project in the amount of $278,007 with a 15% contingency of
$41,701 for a total cost of $319,708; and
(2) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the Maintenance Agreement, in a
form approved by the City Attorney.
FISCAL IMPACT: The recommended Council action will result in an expenditure of up
to $319,708, including contingency, which is included in the Fiscal
Year 2022-23 Capital Improvement Program budget.
Amount Budgeted: $385,000
Additional Appropriation: N/A
Account Number(s): 221-400-8809-8001
(Measure M Fund – Professional/Technical Services)
ORIGINATED BY: Ramzi Awwad, Public Works Director
REVIEWED BY: Same as above
APPROVED BY: Ara Mihranian, AICP, City Manager
ATTACHED SUPPORTING DOCUMENTS:
A. Professional Services Agreement with Iteris, Inc. for Western Avenue
Comprehensive Traffic Study (page A-1)
B. Iteris, Inc. Proposal for Western Avenue Comprehensive Traffic Study
(page B-1)
C. Request for Proposals for Western Avenue Comprehensive Traffic Study
(page C-1)
D. Verification that Iteris, Inc. is a Business in Good Standing (page D-1)
E. Project Budget Sheet for the Western A venue Traffic Flow Improvements
Project from the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Capital Improvement Program (page
E-1)
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BACKGROUND:
The City Council has had a goal of improving traffic flow on Western Avenue for several
years, and remains a high priority today as noted in the Council-adopted FY 2022-23
Goals (Maintain and Improve all Public Infrastructure; Project: Improve Traffic Flow on
Western Avenue). Western Avenue is owned by the California Department of
Transportation (Caltrans) and any improvements require permits from Caltrans.
Additionally, traffic flow improvements need to extend beyond City borders to be effective.
Therefore, the project is envisioned as a multi-jurisdictional solution to optimize traffic
operations along the Western Avenue Commercial Corridor from 25th Street in San Pedro
to Palos Verdes Drive North on the border with the Harbor City neighborhood of Los
Angeles and Lomita; requiring a joint effort by Caltrans, and the cities of Rancho Palos
Verdes, Lomita, and Los Angeles. The City of Rancho Palos Verdes will lead and execute
the project with close communication and coordination with the other jurisdictions.
In 2022, the City established a Stakeholder Focus Group to provide the mechanism for
multi-agency coordination (cities of Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles, Lomita, and
Caltrans). The Stakeholder Focus Group has met several times and discussed existing
conditions, high-level opportunities for improving traffic flow, and methods of streamlining
the project process.
To determine the detailed physical improvements needed to improve traffic flow and as a
pre-requisite to obtain a Caltrans permit to implement those improvements, a
comprehensive traffic study is needed. The study will identify specific issues that affect
and impede traffic flow and proposed solutions. The study will analyze the following:
• Existing conditions
• Ponte Vista development build-out
• Additional housing identified in the City’s Housing Element Update
• Caltrans Western Avenue Bicycle Pedestrian Improvement Project (which includes
bike lanes)
Although potential solutions will only be identified after the completion of the traffic study,
based on the collective experience of the project team, the following is a list of potential
measures to improve traffic flow. It is important to note that the comprehensive traffic
study may identify other solutions that have not been listed below.
• Signal Synchronization - An initial assessment found that some traffic signals on
Western Avenue are operated by Caltrans whereas others are operated by the Los
Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT), and the two systems use different
technologies that do not communicate with each other. In other words, some traffic
signals on Western Avenue operate under different timing plans. Operating all the
traffic signals under the same coordinated state-of-the-art traffic signal operations
technology would provide a major benefit to improving traffic flow and reducing
delay. For this to happen, the Caltrans-operated traffic signals would require
upgraded technology, which could be implemented with this project. Furthermore,
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this project could merge the operation of all the upgraded traffic signals under only
one jurisdiction so that there is continued seamless synchronization.
• Turn Lanes - Each intersection will be studied to determine if turn lanes could
reduce delay, and if it would be feasible to construct turn lanes given the geometric
and right-of-way constraints.
• Access Management - Median openings and their associated turn pockets will be
analyzed to determine if they are in the appropriate location and of the appropriate
length so that turning vehicles do not back up into the through lanes and block
traffic flow.
• Traffic Safety Enhancements - Pedestrian push buttons, signal head yellow back
plates, and other such measures will be evaluated to reduce the likelihood of
crashes that contribute to blocked lanes.
DISCUSSION:
On January 13, 2023, Staff issued a request for proposals (RFP) on the PlanetBids digital
platform to solicit proposals for a comprehensive traffic study for the Western Avenue
Traffic Flow Improvements Project (Attachment C). The scope of services generally
includes the following, and is more thoroughly described in the attached RFP:
• Coordinating with agency stakeholders.
• Conducting a comprehensive study analyzing existing traffic conditions and
recommending traffic flow improvement measures, including but not limited to the
following:
o Traffic signals
o Turn lanes
o Access management
o Safety enhancement
• Assessing existing traffic signal systems related infrastructure and determining
improvement needs.
• Developing a traffic signal systems operations plan.
• Preparing a scope for final engineering of the proposed improvements.
Proposals were received from four firms by the RFP deadline. An evaluation panel of
three representatives from Rancho Palos Verdes, Los Angeles, and Caltrans (with Lomita
deferring to the other agencies) ranked the proposals. The evaluation results are
presented in Table 1 on the following page.
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Table 1- Western Avenue Traffic Flow Improvements Project Proposal Scoring Sheet
The evaluation panel concluded that interviews were not needed as the top ranked firm,
Iteris, Inc. (Iteris) was a distant front runner with its proposal (Attachment B). Staff then
began negotiations with Iteris for a fee proposal and refined scope. Staff veri fied that Iteris
is a business in good standing (Attachment D). Attached for City Council consideration is
the resultant professional services agreement (PSA) with Iteris (Attachment A).
Budget
On September 21, 2021, the City Council approved an agreemen t with the Los Angeles
County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) to receive Measure M Multi -Year
Subregional Program grant funds in the amount of $1.33 million to begin the project. The
agreement was fully executed on December 30, 2021. The agre ement only authorizes
developing a concept plan and completing the environmental review phase, with funding
for the subsequent final design and construction phases to be defined in
revisions/amendments to the agreement. However, Staff intends to take advan tage of a
recently adopted Caltrans policy that streamlines the review process for these types of
projects where local jurisdictions are seeking Caltrans permits. Staff is working with Metro
to formalize the streamlined approach and modify the project agre ement to combine the
concept design, environmental review, and final design phases, thereby saving both
money and time. As the project progresses through the development phases, it will
receive priority from Metro over new funding applications. Based on th e new streamlined
approach, the City expects approximately $3 million in future grant funding for the
construction phase. Additionally, any funding that is not used for the concept plan,
environmental review, and final design phases may be reallocated to the construction
phase.
Funding is currently available from the approved grant for the PSA with Iteris. A project
budget summary is provided in Table 2 on the following page.
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Table 2- Western Avenue Traffic Flow Improvements Budget Summary Table
Schedule
The project schedule anticipates starting the traffic study in May 2023 and completing the
work in March 2024. Table 3 shows a revised project schedule based on progress to date.
Table 3: Western Avenue Traffic Flow Improvements Project Schedule
Activity Duration Completion
Complete Traffic Study/Final Engineering Scope* 10 Months March 2024
Procure Final Design Consultant 3 Months June 2024
Complete Final Design 9 Months March 2025
Obtain Caltrans Permit and Interagency Agreements 3 Months June 2025
Procure Construction Contractor 3 Months September 2025
Construction 12 Months September 2026
Note: Interagency and community coordination will be conducted continuously throughout the project.
*Environmental review will be conducted concurrently
The above schedule does not include any contingency and assumes project components
are completed according to typical timelines without complications.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
As an initial step to mitigate traffic congestion on Western Avenue, a few years back, Staff
(through a traffic engineering consultant, Willdan) analyzed the intersections on Western
Avenue to determine if right-turn lanes would improve traffic operations or safety. The
analysis showed that delay could be significantly reduced for the northbound approach of
Western Avenue at Westmont Drive/Delasonde Drive. Caltrans thresholds for right -turn
lanes at other intersections were not met; therefore, Caltrans approved the installation of
a northbound right-turn lane on Western Avenue approaching Westmont
Drive/Delasonde Drive. The right-turn lane will be installed with the Caltrans Western
Avenue Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvements Project, which is expected to sta rt
construction in 2023. As part of the comprehensive traffic study discussed earlier in this
staff report, all intersections will be re-evaluated to determine if turn lanes would improve
operations.
8809 - Western Ave. Traffic Flow Improvement
Notes
Project Budget Summary Fund Budget
Original Budget 220 74,482.59 FY 2018-19
Additional Appropriation 215 251,000.00 FY 2021-22
Additional Appropriation 221 200,000.00 FY 2021-22
Additional Appropriation 221 385,000.00 FY 2022-23
Revised Budget 910,482.59
Project Costs Summary Fund Project Budget
Project-to-Date
Actuals
Project-to-
Date
Committed
Project
Remaining
Balance
8005 Engineering Design Services 215 95,000.00 70,000.00 25,000.00 - Prop C
8804 Arterial Street Improvements 215 156,000.00 - 105,000.00 51,000.00 Prop C
8005 Engineering Design Services 220 74,482.59 74,482.59 - - Measure R
8802 Other Improvements 220 - - - - Measure R
8001 Professional/Technical Services 221 385,000.00 70,608.75 86,291.25 228,100.00 Measure M
8003 Environmental Review 221 200,000.00 - - 200,000.00 Measure M
Project Total 910,482.59 215,091.34 216,291.25 479,100.00
Description
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The Western Avenue Traffic Flow Improvements Project will be coordinated with the
Western Avenue Beautification Project through regular meetings and exchange of
information between the project teams. The Beautification Project is further along in
design development and as such, is expected to start constructio n before plans for the
Traffic Flow Project are finalized. Therefore, as plans for the Beautification Project are
developed, they will be reviewed by the Traffic Flow Project team for an potential conflict
such as proposed landscaping in an area that may be needed for signal cabinets or
potential turn lanes. Because the Beautification Project is further along, it is not feasible
to construct both projects at the same time without significantly delaying the Beautification
Project.
CONCLUSION:
Staff recommends awarding a PSA (Attachment A) to Iteris Inc. for a comprehensive
traffic study and associated support services for the Western Avenue Traffic Flow
Improvements Project in the amount of $278,007 with a 15% contingency of $41,701.
ALTERNATIVES:
In addition to Staff recommendation, the following alternative action s are available for the
City Council’s consideration:
1. Do not approve the professional services agreement to Iteris, Inc. and direct staff
to re-solicit proposals; or
2. Take other action, as deemed appropriate.
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
By and Between
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES
and
ITERIS, INC.
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AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
BETWEEN THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES AND
ITERIS, INC.
THIS AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES (“Agreement”) is made and
entered into on May 2, 2023 by and between the CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, a
California municipal corporation (“City”), and ITERIS, INC., a Delaware Corporation
(“Consultant”). City and Consultant may be referred to, individually or collectively, as “Party” or
“Parties.”
RECITALS
A. City has sought, by issuance of a Request for Proposals, the performance of the
services defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement.
B. Consultant, following submission of a proposal for the performance of the
services defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement, was selected by the
City to perform those services.
C. Pursuant to the City of Rancho Palos Verdes Municipal Code, City has authority
to enter into and execute this Agreement.
D. The Parties desire to formalize the selection of Consultant for performance of
those services defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement and desire that
the terms of that performance be as particularly defined and described herein.
OPERATIVE PROVISIONS
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants made by
the Parties and contained herein and other consideration, the value and adequacy of which are
hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
ARTICLE 1. SERVICES OF CONSULTANT
1.1 Scope of Services.
In compliance with all terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Consultant shall
provide those services specified in the “Scope of Services”, as stated in the Proposal, attached
hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by this reference, which may be referred to herein
as the “services” or “work” hereunder. As a material inducement to the City entering into this
Agreement, Consultant represents and warrants that it has the qualifications, experience, and
facilities necessary to properly perform the services required under this Agreement in a thorough,
competent, and professional manner, and is experienced in performing the work and services
contemplated herein. Consultant shall at all times faithfully, competently and to the best of its
ability, experience and talent, perform all services described herein. Consultant covenants that it
shall follow the highest professional standards in performing the work and services required
hereunder and that all materials will be both of good quality as well as fit for the purpose
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intended. For purposes of this Agreement, the phrase “highest professional standards” shall mean
those standards of practice recognized by one or more first-class firms performing similar work
under similar circumstances.
1.2 Consultant’s Proposal.
The Scope of Service shall include the Consultant’s Proposal which shall be incorporated
herein by this reference as though fully set forth herein. In the event of any inconsistency
between the terms of such Proposal and this Agreement, the terms of this Agreement shall
govern.
1.3 Compliance with Law.
Consultant shall keep itself informed concerning, and shall render all services hereunder
in accordance with, all ordinances, resolutions, statutes, rules, and regulations of the City and
any Federal, State or local governmental entity having jurisdiction in effect at the time service is
rendered.
1.4 California Labor Law.
If the Scope of Services includes any “public work” or “maintenance work,” as those
terms are defined in California Labor Code section 1720 et seq. and California Code of
Regulations, Title 8, Section 16000 et seq., and if the total compensation is $1,000 or more,
Consultant shall pay prevailing wages for such work and comply with the requirements in
California Labor Code section 1770 et seq. and 1810 et seq., and all other applicable laws,
including the following requirements:
(a) Public Work. The Parties acknowledge that some or all of the work to be
performed under this Agreement is a “public work” as defined in Labor Code Section 1720 and
that this Agreement is therefore subject to the requirements of Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1
(commencing with Section 1720) of the California Labor Code relating to public works contracts
and the rules and regulations established by the Department of Industrial Relations (“DIR”)
implementing such statutes. The work performed under this Agreement is subject to compliance
monitoring and enforcement by the DIR. Consultant shall post job site notices, as prescribed by
regulation.
(b) Prevailing Wages. Consultant shall pay prevailing wages to the extent
required by Labor Code Section 1771. Pursuant to Labor Code Section 1773.2, copies of the
prevailing rate of per diem wages are on file at City Hall and will be made available to any
interested party on request. By initiating any work under this Agreement, Consultant
acknowledges receipt of a copy of the DIR determination of the prevailing rate of per diem
wages, and Consultant shall post a copy of the same at each job site where work is performed
under this Agreement.
(c) Penalty for Failure to Pay Prevailing Wages. Consultant shall comply with
and be bound by the provisions of Labor Code Sections 1774 and 1775 concerning the payment
of prevailing rates of wages to workers and the penalties for failure to pay prevailing wages. The
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Consultant shall, as a penalty to the City, forfeit $200 (two hundred dollars) for each calendar
day, or portion thereof, for each worker paid less than the prevailing rates as determined by the
DIR for the work or craft in which the worker is employed for any public work done pursuant to
this Agreement by Consultant or by any subcontractor.
(d) Payroll Records. Consultant shall comply with and be bound by the
provisions of Labor Code Section 1776, which requires Consultant and each subconsultant to:
keep accurate payroll records and verify such records in writing under penalty of perjury, as
specified in Section 1776; certify and make such payroll records available for inspection as
provided by Section 1776; and inform the City of the location of the records.
(e) Apprentices. Consultant shall comply with and be bound by the provisions
of Labor Code Sections 1777.5, 1777.6, and 1777.7 and California Code of Regulations Title 8,
Section 200 et seq. concerning the employment of apprentices on public works projects.
Consultant shall be responsible for compliance with these aforementioned Sections for all
apprenticeable occupations. Prior to commencing work under this Agreement, Consultant shall
provide City with a copy of the information submitted to any applicable apprenticeship program.
Within 60 (sixty) days after concluding work pursuant to this Agreement, Consultant and each of
its subconsultants shall submit to the City a verified statement of the journeyman and apprentice
hours performed under this Agreement.
(f) Eight-Hour Work Day. Consultant acknowledges that 8 (eight) hours labor
constitutes a legal day's work. Consultant shall comply with and be bound by Labor Code
Section 1810.
(g) Penalties for Excess Hours. Consultant shall comply with and be bound by
the provisions of Labor Code Section 1813 concerning penalties for workers who work excess
hours. The Consultant shall, as a penalty to the City, forfeit $25 (twenty five dollars for each
worker employed in the performance of this Agreement by the Consultant or by any
subcontractor for each calendar day during which such worker is required or permitted to work
more than 8 (eight) hours in any one calendar day and 40 (forty) hours in any one calendar week
in violation of the provisions of Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1, Article 3 of the Labor Code.
Pursuant to Labor Code section 1815, work performed by employees of Consultant in excess of 8
(eight) hours per day, and 40 (forty) hours during any one week shall be permitted upon public
work upon compensation for all hours worked in excess of 8 hours per day at not less than one
and 1½ (one and one half) times the basic rate of pay.
(h) Workers’ Compensation. California Labor Code Sections 1860 and 3700
provide that every employer will be required to secure the payment of compensation to its
employees if it has employees. In accordance with the provisions of California Labor Code
Section 1861, Consultant certifies as follows:
“I am aware of the provisions of Section 3700 of the Labor Code which require
every employer to be insured against liability for workers' compensation or to
undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions of that code, and I will
comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the work of
this contract.”
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Consultant’s Authorized Initials ________
(i) Consultant’s Responsibility for Subcontractors. For every subcontractor
who will perform work under this Agreement, Consultant shall be responsible for such
subcontractor's compliance with Division 2, Part 7, Chapter 1 (commencing with Section 1720)
of the California Labor Code, and shall make such compliance a requirement in any contract
with any subcontractor for work under this Agreement. Consultant shall be required to take all
actions necessary to enforce such contractual provisions and ensure subcontractor's compliance,
including without limitation, conducting a review of the certified payroll records of the
subcontractor on a periodic basis or upon becoming aware of the failure of the subcontractor to
pay his or her workers the specified prevailing rate of wages. Consultant shall diligently take
corrective action to halt or rectify any such failure by any subcontractor.
1.5 Licenses, Permits, Fees and Assessments.
Consultant shall obtain at its sole cost and expense such licenses, permits and approvals
as may be required by law for the performance of the services required by this Agreement.
Consultant shall have the sole obligation to pay for any fees, assessments and taxes, plus
applicable penalties and interest, which may be imposed by law and arise from or are necessary
for the Consultant’s performance of the services required by this Agreement, and shall
indemnify, defend and hold harmless City, its officers, employees or agents of City, against any
such fees, assessments, taxes, penalties or interest levied, assessed or imposed against City
hereunder.
1.6 Familiarity with Work.
By executing this Agreement, Consultant warrants that Consultant (i) has thoroughly
investigated and considered the scope of services to be performed, (ii) has carefully considered
how the services should be performed, and (iii) fully understands the facilities, difficulties and
restrictions attending performance of the services under this Agreement. If the services involve
work upon any site, Consultant warrants that Consultant has or will investigate the site and is or
will be fully acquainted with the conditions there existing, prior to commencement of services
hereunder. Should the Consultant discover any latent or unknown conditions, which will
materially affect the performance of the services hereunder, Consultant shall immediately inform
the City of such fact and shall not proceed except at Consultant’s risk until written instructions
are received from the Contract Officer in the form of a Change Order.
1.7 Care of Work.
The Consultant shall adopt reasonable methods during the life of the Agreement to
furnish continuous protection to the work, and the equipment, materials, papers, documents,
plans, studies and/or other components thereof to prevent losses or damages, and shall be
responsible for all such damages, to persons or property, until acceptance of the work by City,
except such losses or damages as may be caused by City’s own negligence.
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1.8 Further Responsibilities of Parties.
Both parties agree to use reasonable care and diligence to perform their respective
obligations under this Agreement. Both parties agree to act in good faith to execute all
instruments, prepare all documents and take all actions as may be reasonably necessary to carry
out the purposes of this Agreement. Unless hereafter specified, neither party shall be responsible
for the service of the other.
1.9 Additional Services.
City shall have the right at any time during the performance of the services, without
invalidating this Agreement, to order extra work beyond that specified in the Scope of Services
or make changes by altering, adding to or deducting from said work. No such extra work may be
undertaken unless a written Change Order is first given by the Contract Officer to the Consultant,
incorporating therein any adjustment in (i) the Contract Sum for the actual costs of the extra
work, and/or (ii) the time to perform this Agreement, which said adjustments are subject to the
written approval of the Consultant. Any increase in compensation of up to 15% (fifteen percent)
of the Contract Sum; or, in the time to perform of up to 90 (ninety) days, may be approved by the
Contract Officer through a written Change Order. Any greater increases, taken either separately
or cumulatively, must be approved by the City Council. It is expressly understood by Consultant
that the provisions of this Section shall not apply to services specifically set forth in the Scope of
Services. Consultant hereby acknowledges that it accepts the risk that the services to be provided
pursuant to the Scope of Services may be more costly or time consuming than Consultant
anticipates and that Consultant shall not be entitled to additional compensation therefor. City
may in its sole and absolute discretion have similar work done by other Consultants. No claims
for an increase in the Contract Sum or time for performance shall be valid unless the procedures
established in this Section are followed.
If in the performance of the contract scope, the Consultant becomes aware of material defects in
the scope, duration or span of the contract or the Consultant becomes aware of extenuating
circumstance that will or could prevent the completion of the contract, on time or on budget, the
Consultant shall inform the Contracting Officer of an anticipated Change Order. This proposed
change order will stipulate, the facts surrounding the issue, proposed solutions, proposed costs
and proposed schedule impacts.
1.10 Special Requirements.
Additional terms and conditions of this Agreement, if any, which are made a part hereof
are set forth in the “Special Requirements” attached hereto as Exhibit “B” and incorporated
herein by this reference. In the event of a conflict between the provisions of Exhibit “B” and any
other provisions of this Agreement, the provisions of Exhibit “B” shall govern.
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ARTICLE 2. COMPENSATION AND METHOD OF PAYMENT.
2.1 Contract Sum.
Subject to any limitations set forth in this Agreement, City agrees to pay Consultant the
amounts specified in the “Schedule of Compensation” attached hereto as Exhibit “C” and
incorporated herein by this reference. The total compensation, including reimbursement for
actual expenses, shall not exceed $278,007 (Two Hundred Seventy Eight Thousand and
Seven Dollars) (the “Contract Sum”), unless additional compensation is approved pursuant to
Section 1.9.
2.2 Method of Compensation.
(a) The method of compensation may include: (i) a lump sum payment upon
completion; (ii) payment in accordance with specified tasks or the percentage of completion of
the services; (iii) payment for time and materials based upon the Consultant’s rates as specified
in the Schedule of Compensation, provided that (a) time estimates are provided for the
performance of sub tasks, and (b) the Contract Sum is not exceeded; or (iv) such other methods
as may be specified in the Schedule of Compensation.
(b) A retention of 10% shall be held from each payment as a contract retention to be
paid as part of the final payment upon satisfactory and timely completion of services. This
retention shall not apply for on-call agreements for continuous services or for agreements for
scheduled routine maintenance of City property or City facilities.
2.3 Reimbursable Expenses.
Compensation may include reimbursement for actual and necessary expenditures for
reproduction costs, telephone expenses, and travel expenses approved by the Contract Officer in
advance, or actual subcontractor expenses of an approved subcontractor pursuant to Section 4.5,
and only if specified in the Schedule of Compensation. The Contract Sum shall include the
attendance of Consultant at all project meetings reasonably deemed necessary by the City.
Coordination of the performance of the work with City is a critical component of the services. If
Consultant is required to attend additional meetings to facilitate such coordination, Consultant
shall not be entitled to any additional compensation for attending said meetings.
2.4 Invoices.
Each month Consultant shall furnish to City an original invoice, using the City template,
or in a format acceptable to the City, for all work performed and expenses incurred during the
preceding month in a form approved by City’s Director of Finance. By submitting an invoice for
payment under this Agreement, Consultant is certifying compliance with all provisions of the
Agreement. The invoice shall detail charges for all necessary and actual expenses by the
following categories: labor (by sub-category), travel, materials, equipment, supplies, and sub-
contractor contracts. Sub-contractor charges shall also be detailed by such categories. Consultant
shall not invoice City for any duplicate services performed by more than one person.
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City shall independently review each invoice submitted by the Consultant to determine
whether the work performed and expenses incurred are in compliance with the provisions of this
Agreement. Except as to any charges for work performed or expenses incurred by Consultant
which are disputed by City, or as provided in Section 7.3, City will use its best efforts to cause
Consultant to be paid within 45 (forty-five) days of receipt of Consultant’s correct and
undisputed invoice; however, Consultant acknowledges and agrees that due to City warrant run
procedures, the City cannot guarantee that payment will occur within this time period. In the
event any charges or expenses are disputed by City, the original invoice shall be returned by City
to Consultant for correction and resubmission. Review and payment by City for any invoice
provided by the Consultant shall not constitute a waiver of any rights or remedies provided
herein or any applicable law.
2.5 Waiver.
Payment to Consultant for work performed pursuant to this Agreement shall not be
deemed to waive any defects in work performed by Consultant.
ARTICLE 3. PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
3.1 Time of Essence.
Time is of the essence in the performance of this Agreement.
3.2 Schedule of Performance.
Consultant shall commence the services pursuant to this Agreement upon receipt of a
written notice to proceed and shall perform all services within the time period(s) established in
the “Schedule of Performance” attached hereto as Exhibit “D” and incorporated herein by this
reference. When requested by the Consultant, extensions to the time period(s) specified in the
Schedule of Performance may be approved in writing by the Contract Officer through a Change
Order, but not exceeding 60 (sixty) days cumulatively.
3.3 Force Majeure.
The time period(s) specified in the Schedule of Performance for performance of the
services rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be extended because of any delays due to
unforeseeable causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of the Consultant,
including, but not restricted to, acts of God or of the public enemy, unusually severe weather,
fires, earthquakes, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, riots, strikes, freight embargoes,
wars, litigation, and/or acts of any governmental agency, including the City, if the Consultant
shall within 10 (ten) days of the commencement of such delay notify the Contract Officer in
writing of the causes of the delay. The Contract Officer shall ascertain the facts and the extent of
delay, and extend the time for performing the services for the period of the enforced delay when
and if in the judgment of the Contract Officer such delay is justified. The Contract Officer’s
determination shall be final and conclusive upon the parties to this Agreement. In no event shall
Consultant be entitled to recover damages against the City for any delay in the performance of
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this Agreement, however caused, Consultant’s sole remedy being extension of the Agreement
pursuant to this Section.
3.4 Term.
Unless earlier terminated in accordance with Article 7 of this Agreement, this Agreement
shall continue in full force and effect until completion of the services but not exceeding (1) one
year from the date hereof, except as otherwise provided in the Schedule of Performance (Exhibit
“D”). The City may, in its discretion, extend the Term by one (1) additional 6-month extension.
ARTICLE 4. COORDINATION OF WORK
4.1 Representatives and Personnel of Consultant.
The following principals of Consultant (“Principals”) are hereby designated as being the
principals and representatives of Consultant authorized to act in its behalf with respect to the
work specified herein and make all decisions in connection therewith:
Viggen Davidian Vice President
(Name) (Title)
Deepak Kaushik Principal Engineer
(Name) (Title)
It is expressly understood that the experience, knowledge, capability and reputation of the
foregoing principals were a substantial inducement for City to enter into this Agreement.
Therefore, the foregoing principals shall be responsible during the term of this Agreement for
directing all activities of Consultant and devoting sufficient time to personally supervise the
services hereunder. All personnel of Consultant, and any authorized agents, shall at all times be
under the exclusive direction and control of the Principals. For purposes of this Agreement, the
foregoing Principals may not be replaced nor may their responsibilities be substantially reduced
by Consultant without the express written approval of City. Additionally, Consultant shall utilize
only the personnel included in the Proposal to perform services pursuant to this Agreement.
Consultant shall make every reasonable effort to maintain the stability and continuity of
Consultant’s staff and subcontractors, if any, assigned to perform the services required under this
Agreement. Consultant shall notify City of any changes in Consultant’s staff and subcontractors,
if any, assigned to perform the services required under this Agreement, prior to and during any
such performance. City shall have the right to approve or reject any proposed replacement
personnel, which approval shall not be unreasonably withheld.
4.2 Status of Consultant.
Consultant shall have no authority to bind City in any manner, or to incur any obligation,
debt or liability of any kind on behalf of or against City, whether by contract or otherwise, unless
such authority is expressly conferred under this Agreement or is otherwise expressly conferred in
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writing by City. Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner represent that Consultant or
any of Consultant’s officers, employees, or agents are in any manner officials, officers,
employees or agents of City. Neither Consultant, nor any of Consultant’s officers, employees or
agents, shall obtain any rights to retirement, health care or any other benefits which may
otherwise accrue to City’s employees. Consultant expressly waives any claim Consultant may
have to any such rights.
4.3 Contract Officer.
The Contract Officer shall be Ramzi Awwad, Public Works Director, or such person as
he may designate. It shall be the Consultant’s responsibility to assure that the Contract Officer is
kept informed of the progress of the performance of the services and the Consultant shall refer
any decisions which must be made by City to the Contract Officer. Unless otherwise specified
herein, any approval of City required hereunder shall mean the approval of the Contract Officer.
The Contract Officer shall have authority, if specified in writing by the City Manager, to sign all
documents on behalf of the City required hereunder to carry out the terms of this Agreement.
4.4 Independent Consultant.
Neither the City nor any of its employees shall have any control over the manner, mode
or means by which Consultant, its agents or employees, perform the services required herein,
except as otherwise set forth herein. City shall have no voice in the selection, discharge,
supervision or control of Consultant’s employees, servants, representatives or agents, or in fixing
their number, compensation or hours of service. Consultant shall perform all services required
herein as an independent contractor of City and shall remain at all times as to City a wholly
independent contractor with only such obligations as are consistent with that role. Consultant
shall not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its agents or employees are
agents or employees of City. City shall not in any way or for any purpose become or be deemed
to be a partner of Consultant in its business or otherwise or a joint venturer or a member of any
joint enterprise with Consultant.
4.5 Prohibition Against Subcontracting or Assignment.
The experience, knowledge, capability and reputation of Consultant, its principals and
employees were a substantial inducement for the City to enter into this Agreement. Therefore,
Consultant shall not contract with any other entity to perform in whole or in part the services
required hereunder without the express written approval of the City; all subcontractors included
in the Proposal are deemed approved. In addition, neither this Agreement nor any interest herein
may be transferred, assigned, conveyed, hypothecated or encumbered voluntarily or by operation
of law, whether for the benefit of creditors or otherwise, without the prior written approval of
City. Transfers restricted hereunder shall include the transfer to any person or group of persons
acting in concert of more 25% (twenty five percent) of the present ownership and/or control of
Consultant, taking all transfers into account on a cumulative basis. In the event of any such
unapproved transfer, including any bankruptcy proceeding, this Agreement shall be void. No
approved transfer shall release the Consultant or any surety of Consultant of any liability
hereunder without the express consent of City.
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ARTICLE 5. INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION
5.1 Insurance Coverages.
Without limiting Consultant’s indemnification of City, and prior to commencement of
any services under this Agreement, Consultant shall obtain, provide and maintain at its own
expense during the term of this Agreement, policies of insurance of the type and amounts
described below and in a form satisfactory to City.
(a) General liability insurance. Consultant shall maintain commercial general
liability insurance with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office form CG 00 01,
in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, $2,000,000 general aggregate, for bodily
injury, personal injury, and property damage. The policy must include contractual liability that
has not been amended. Any endorsement restricting standard ISO “insured contract” language
will not be accepted.
(b) Automobile liability insurance. Consultant shall maintain automobile
insurance at least as broad as Insurance Services Office form CA 00 01 covering bodily injury
and property damage for all activities of the Consultant arising out of or in connection with
Services to be performed under this Agreement, including coverage for any owned, hired, non-
owned or rented vehicles, in an amount not less than $1,000,000 combined single limit for each
accident.
(c) Professional liability (errors & omissions) insurance. Consultant shall
maintain professional liability insurance that covers the Services to be performed in connection
with this Agreement, in the minimum amount of $1,000,000 per claim and in the aggregate. Any
policy inception date, continuity date, or retroactive date must be before the effective date of this
Agreement and Consultant agrees to maintain continuous coverage through a period no less than
three (3) years after completion of the services required by this Agreement.
(d) Workers’ compensation insurance. Consultant shall maintain Workers’
Compensation Insurance (Statutory Limits) and Employer’s Liability Insurance (with limits of at
least $1,000,000).
(e) Subcontractors. Consultant shall include all subcontractors as insureds
under its policies or shall furnish separate certificates and certified endorsements for each
subcontractor. All coverages for subcontractors shall include all of the requirements stated
herein.
(f) Additional Insurance. Policies of such other insurance, as may be required
in the Special Requirements in Exhibit “B”.
5.2 General Insurance Requirements.
(a) Proof of insurance. Consultant shall provide certificates of insurance to
City as evidence of the insurance coverage required herein, along with a waiver of subrogation
endorsement for workers’ compensation. Insurance certificates and endorsements must be
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approved by City’s Risk Manager prior to commencement of performance. Current certification
of insurance shall be kept on file with City at all times during the term of this Agreement. City
reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, at any
time.
(b) Duration of coverage. Consultant shall procure and maintain for the
duration of this Agreement insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to
property, which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the Services hereunder
by Consultant, its agents, representatives, employees or subconsultants.
(c) Primary/noncontributing. Coverage provided by Consultant shall be
primary and any insurance or self-insurance procured or maintained by City shall not be required
to contribute with it. The limits of insurance required herein may be satisfied by a combination
of primary and umbrella or excess insurance. Any umbrella or excess insurance shall contain or
be endorsed to contain a provision that such coverage shall also apply on a primary and non-
contributory basis for the benefit of City before the City’s own insurance or self-insurance shall
be called upon to protect it as a named insured.
(d) City’s rights of enforcement. In the event any policy of insurance required
under this Agreement does not comply with these specifications or is canceled and not replaced,
City has the right but not the duty to obtain and continuously maintain the insurance it deems
necessary and any premium paid by City will be promptly reimbursed by Consultant or City will
withhold amounts sufficient to pay premium from Consultant payments. In the alternative, City
may cancel this Agreement.
(e) Acceptable insurers. All insurance policies shall be issued by an insurance
company currently authorized by the Insurance Commissioner to transact business of insurance
or that is on the List of Approved Surplus Line Insurers in the State of California, with an
assigned policyholders’ Rating of A- (or higher) and Financial Size Category Class VI (or larger)
in accordance with the latest edition of Best’s Key Rating Guide, unless otherwise approved by
the City’s Risk Manager.
(f) Waiver of subrogation. All insurance coverage maintained or procured
pursuant to this agreement shall be endorsed to waive subrogation against City, its elected or
appointed officers, agents, officials, employees and volunteers or shall specifically allow
Consultant or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications to
waive their right of recovery prior to a loss. Consultant hereby waives its own right of recovery
against City, and shall require similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of
its subconsultants.
(g) Enforcement of contract provisions (non-estoppel). Consultant
acknowledges and agrees that any actual or alleged failure on the part of the City to inform
Consultant of non-compliance with any requirement imposes no additional obligations on the
City nor does it waive any rights hereunder.
(h) Requirements not limiting. Requirements of specific coverage features or
limits contained in this section are not intended as a limitation on coverage, limits or other
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requirements, or a waiver of any coverage normally provided by any insurance. Specific
reference to a given coverage feature is for purposes of clarification only as it pertains to a given
issue and is not intended by any party or insured to be all inclusive, or to the exclusion of other
coverage, or a waiver of any type. If the Consultant maintains higher limits than the minimums
shown above, the City requires and shall be entitled to coverage for the higher limits maintained
by the Consultant. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits
of insurance and coverage shall be available to the City.
(i) Notice of cancellation. Consultant agrees to oblige its insurance agent or
broker and insurers to provide to City with a 30 (thirty) day notice of cancellation (except for
nonpayment for which a 10 (ten) day notice is required) or nonrenewal of coverage for each
required coverage.
(j) Additional insured status. General liability policies shall provide or be
endorsed to provide that City and its officers, officials, employees, and agents, and volunteers
shall be additional insureds under such policies. This provision shall also apply to any
excess/umbrella liability policies.
(k) Prohibition of undisclosed coverage limitations. None of the coverages
required herein will be in compliance with these requirements if they include any limiting
endorsement of any kind that has not been first submitted to City and approved of in writing.
(l) Separation of insureds. A severability of interests provision must apply for
all additional insureds ensuring that Consultant’s insurance shall apply separately to each insured
against whom claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the insurer’s limits of
liability. The policy(ies) shall not contain any cross-liability exclusions.
(m) Pass through clause. Consultant agrees to ensure that its subconsultants,
subcontractors, and any other party involved with the project who is brought onto or involved in
the project by Consultant, provide the same minimum insurance coverage and endorsements
required of Consultant. Consultant agrees to monitor and review all such coverage and assumes
all responsibility for ensuring that such coverage is provided in conformity with the requirements
of this section. Consultant agrees that upon request, all agreements with consultants,
subcontractors, and others engaged in the project will be submitted to City for review.
(n) Agency’s right to revise specifications. The City reserves the right at any
time during the term of the contract to change the amounts and types of insurance required by
giving the Consultant 90 (ninety) days advance written notice of such change. If such change
results in substantial additional cost to the Consultant, the City and Consultant may renegotiate
Consultant’s compensation.
(o) Self-insured retentions. Any self-insured retentions must be declared to
and approved by City. City reserves the right to require that self-insured retentions be eliminated,
lowered, or replaced by a deductible. Self-insurance will not be considered to comply with these
specifications unless approved by City.
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(p) Timely notice of claims. Consultant shall give City prompt and timely
notice of claims made or suits instituted that arise out of or result from Consultant’s performance
under this Agreement, and that involve or may involve coverage under any of the required
liability policies.
(q) Additional insurance. Consultant shall also procure and maintain, at its
own cost and expense, any additional kinds of insurance, which in its own judgment may be
necessary for its proper protection and prosecution of the work.
5.3 Indemnification.
To the full extent permitted by law, Consultant agrees to indemnify, defend and hold
harmless the City, its officers, employees and agents (“Indemnified Parties”) against, and will
hold and save them and each of them harmless from, any and all actions, either judicial,
administrative, arbitration or regulatory claims, damages to persons or property, losses, costs,
penalties, obligations, errors, omissions or liabilities whether actual or threatened (herein “claims
or liabilities”) that may be asserted or claimed by any person, firm or entity arising out of or in
connection with the negligent performance of the work, operations or activities provided herein
of Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, subcontractors, or invitees, or any individual or
entity for which Consultant is legally liable (“indemnitors”), or arising from Consultant’s or
indemnitors’ reckless or willful misconduct, or arising from Consultant’s or indemnitors’
negligent performance of or failure to perform any term, provision, covenant or condition of this
Agreement, and in connection therewith:
(a) Consultant will defend any action or actions filed in connection with any
of said claims or liabilities and will pay all costs and expenses, including legal costs and
attorneys’ fees incurred in connection therewith;
(b) Consultant will promptly pay any judgment rendered against the City, its
officers, agents or employees for any such claims or liabilities arising out of or in connection
with the negligent performance of or failure to perform such work, operations or activities of
Consultant hereunder; and Consultant agrees to save and hold the City, its officers, agents, and
employees harmless therefrom;
(c) In the event the City, its officers, agents or employees is made a party to
any action or proceeding filed or prosecuted against Consultant for such damages or other claims
arising out of or in connection with the negligent performance of or failure to perform the work,
operation or activities of Consultant hereunder, Consultant agrees to pay to the City, its officers,
agents or employees, any and all costs and expenses incurred by the City, its officers, agents or
employees in such action or proceeding, including but not limited to, legal costs and attorneys’
fees.
Consultant shall incorporate similar indemnity agreements with its subcontractors and if
it fails to do so Consultant shall be fully responsible to indemnify City hereunder therefore, and
failure of City to monitor compliance with these provisions shall not be a waiver hereof. This
indemnification includes claims or liabilities arising from any negligent or wrongful act, error or
omission, or reckless or willful misconduct of Consultant in the performance of professional
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services hereunder. The provisions of this Section do not apply to claims or liabilities occurring
as a result of City’s sole negligence or willful acts or omissions, but, to the fullest extent
permitted by law, shall apply to claims and liabilities resulting in part from City’s negligence,
except that design professionals’ indemnity hereunder shall be limited to claims and liabilities
arising out of the negligence, recklessness or willful misconduct of the design professional. The
indemnity obligation shall be binding on successors and assigns of Consultant and shall survive
termination of this Agreement.
ARTICLE 6. RECORDS, REPORTS, AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION
6.1 Records.
Consultant shall keep, and require subcontractors to keep, such ledgers, books of
accounts, invoices, vouchers, canceled checks, reports, studies or other documents relating to the
disbursements charged to City and services performed hereunder (the “books and records”), as
shall be necessary to perform the services required by this Agreement and enable the Contract
Officer to evaluate the performance of such services. Any and all such documents shall be
maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and shall be complete
and detailed. The Contract Officer shall have full and free access to such books and records at all
times during normal business hours of City, including the right to inspect, copy, audit and make
records and transcripts from such records. Such records shall be maintained for a period of three
(3) years following completion of the services hereunder, and the City shall have access to such
records in the event any audit is required. In the event of dissolution of Consultant’s business,
custody of the books and records may be given to City, and access shall be provided by
Consultant’s successor in interest. Notwithstanding the above, the Consultant shall fully
cooperate with the City in providing access to the books and records if a public records request is
made and disclosure is required by law including but not limited to the California Public Records
Act.
6.2 Reports.
Consultant shall periodically prepare and submit to the Contract Officer such reports
concerning the performance of the services required by this Agreement as the Contract Officer
shall require. Consultant hereby acknowledges that the City is greatly concerned about the cost
of work and services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement. For this reason, Consultant
agrees that if Consultant becomes aware of any facts, circumstances, techniques, or events that
may or will materially increase or decrease the cost of the work or services contemplated herein
or, if Consultant is providing design services, the cost of the project being designed, Consultant
shall promptly notify the Contract Officer of said fact, circumstance, technique or event and the
estimated increased or decreased cost related thereto and, if Consultant is providing design
services, the estimated increased or decreased cost estimate for the project being designed.
6.3 Ownership of Documents.
All drawings, specifications, maps, designs, photographs, studies, surveys, data, notes,
computer files, reports, records, documents and other materials (the “documents and materials”)
prepared by Consultant, its employees, subcontractors and agents in the performance of this
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Agreement shall be the property of City and shall be delivered to City upon request of the
Contract Officer or upon the termination of this Agreement, and Consultant shall have no claim
for further employment or additional compensation as a result of the exercise by City of its full
rights of ownership use, reuse, or assignment of the documents and materials hereunder. Any
use, reuse or assignment of such completed documents for other projects and/or use of
uncompleted documents without specific written authorization by the Consultant will be at the
City’s sole risk and without liability to Consultant, and Consultant’s guarantee and warranties
shall not extend to such use, reuse or assignment. Consultant may retain copies of such
documents for its own use. Consultant shall have the right to use the concepts embodied therein.
All subcontractors shall provide for assignment to City of any documents or materials prepared
by them, and in the event Consultant fails to secure such assignment, Consultant shall indemnify
City for all damages resulting therefrom. Moreover, Consultant with respect to any documents
and materials that may qualify as “works made for hire” as defined in 17 U.S.C. § 101, such
documents and materials are hereby deemed “works made for hire” for the City.
6.4 Confidentiality and Release of Information.
(a) All information gained or work product produced by Consultant in
performance of this Agreement shall be considered confidential, unless such information is in the
public domain or already known to Consultant. Consultant shall not release or disclose any such
information or work product to persons or entities other than City without prior written
authorization from the Contract Officer.
(b) Consultant, its officers, employees, agents or subcontractors, shall not,
without prior written authorization from the Contract Officer or unless requested by the City
Attorney, voluntarily provide documents, declarations, letters of support, testimony at
depositions, response to interrogatories or other information concerning the work performed
under this Agreement. Response to a subpoena or court order shall not be considered “voluntary”
provided Consultant gives City notice of such court order or subpoena.
(c) If Consultant, or any officer, employee, agent or subcontractor of
Consultant, provides any information or work product in violation of this Agreement, then City
shall have the right to reimbursement and indemnity from Consultant for any damages, costs and
fees, including attorney’s fees, caused by or incurred as a result of Consultant’s conduct.
(d) Consultant shall promptly notify City should Consultant, its officers,
employees, agents or subcontractors be served with any summons, complaint, subpoena, notice
of deposition, request for documents, interrogatories, request for admissions or other discovery
request, court order or subpoena from any party regarding this Agreement and the work
performed there under. City retains the right, but has no obligation, to represent Consultant or be
present at any deposition, hearing or similar proceeding. Consultant agrees to cooperate fully
with City and to provide City with the opportunity to review any response to discovery requests
provided by Consultant. However, this right to review any such response does not imply or mean
the right by City to control, direct, or rewrite said response.
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ARTICLE 7. ENFORCEMENT OF AGREEMENT AND TERMINATION
7.1 California Law.
This Agreement shall be interpreted, construed and governed both as to validity and to
performance of the parties in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Legal actions
concerning any dispute, claim or matter arising out of or in relation to this Agreement shall be
instituted in the Superior Court of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, or any other
appropriate court in such county, and Consultant covenants and agrees to submit to the personal
jurisdiction of such court in the event of such action. In the event of litigation in a U.S. District
Court, venue shall lie exclusively in the Central District of California, in the County of Los
Angeles, State of California.
7.2 Disputes; Default.
In the event that Consultant is in default under the terms of this Agreement, the City shall
not have any obligation or duty to continue compensating Consultant for any work performed
after the date of default. Instead, the City may give notice to Consultant of the default and the
reasons for the default. The notice shall include the timeframe in which Consultant may cure the
default. This timeframe is 15 (fifteen) days, but may be extended, though not reduced, if
circumstances warrant. During the period of time that Consultant is in default, the City shall hold
all invoices and shall, when the default is cured, proceed with payment on the invoices. In the
alternative, the City may, in its sole discretion, elect to pay some or all of the outstanding
invoices during the period of default. If Consultant does not cure the default, the City may take
necessary steps to terminate this Agreement under this Article. Any failure on the part of the City
to give notice of the Consultant’s default shall not be deemed to result in a waiver of the City’s
legal rights or any rights arising out of any provision of this Agreement.
7.3 Retention of Funds.
Consultant hereby authorizes City to deduct from any amount payable to Consultant
(whether or not arising out of this Agreement) (i) any amounts the payment of which may be in
dispute hereunder or which are necessary to compensate City for any losses, costs, liabilities, or
damages suffered by City, and (ii) all amounts for which City may be liable to third parties, by
reason of Consultant’s acts or omissions in performing or failing to perform Consultant’s
obligation under this Agreement. In the event that any claim is made by a third party, the amount
or validity of which is disputed by Consultant, or any indebtedness shall exist which shall appear
to be the basis for a claim of lien, City may withhold from any payment due, without liability for
interest because of such withholding, an amount sufficient to cover such claim. The failure of
City to exercise such right to deduct or to withhold shall not, however, affect the obligations of
the Consultant to insure, indemnify, and protect City as elsewhere provided herein.
7.4 Waiver.
Waiver by any party to this Agreement of any term, condition, or covenant of this
Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other term, condition, or covenant. Waiver by any
party of any breach of the provisions of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other
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provision or a waiver of any subsequent breach or violation of any provision of this Agreement.
Acceptance by City of any work or services by Consultant shall not constitute a waiver of any of
the provisions of this Agreement. No delay or omission in the exercise of any right or remedy by
a non-defaulting party on any default shall impair such right or remedy or be construed as a
waiver. Any waiver by either party of any default must be in writing and shall not be a waiver of
any other default concerning the same or any other provision of this Agreement.
7.5 Rights and Remedies are Cumulative.
Except with respect to rights and remedies expressly declared to be exclusive in this
Agreement, the rights and remedies of the parties are cumulative and the exercise by either party
of one or more of such rights or remedies shall not preclude the exercise by it, at the same or
different times, of any other rights or remedies for the same default or any other default by the
other party.
7.6 Legal Action.
In addition to any other rights or remedies, either party may take legal action, in law or in
equity, to cure, correct or remedy any default, to recover damages for any default, to compel
specific performance of this Agreement, to obtain declaratory or injunctive relief, or to obtain
any other remedy consistent with the purposes of this Agreement. Notwithstanding any contrary
provision herein, Consultant shall file a statutory claim pursuant to Government Code Sections
905 et seq. and 910 et seq., in order to pursue a legal action under this Agreement.
7.7 Termination Prior to Expiration of Term.
This Section shall govern any termination of this Contract except as specifically provided
in the following Section for termination for cause. The City reserves the right to terminate this
Contract at any time, with or without cause, upon thirty (30) days’ written notice to Consultant,
except that where termination is due to the fault of the Consultant, the period of notice may be
such shorter time as may be determined by the Contract Officer. Upon receipt of any notice of
termination, Consultant shall immediately cease all services hereunder except such as may be
specifically approved by the Contract Officer. Consultant shall be entitled to compensation for
all services rendered prior to the effective date of the notice of termination and for any services
authorized by the Contract Officer thereafter in accordance with the Schedule of Compensation
or such as may be approved by the Contract Officer, except as provided in Section 7.3. In the
event of termination without cause pursuant to this Section, the City need not provide the
Consultant with the opportunity to cure pursuant to Section 7.2.
7.8 Termination for Default of Party.
If termination is due to the failure of the other Party to fulfill its obligations under this
Agreement:
(a) City may, after compliance with the provisions of Section 7.2, take over the work
and prosecute the same to completion by contract or otherwise, and the Consultant shall be liable
to the extent that the total cost for completion of the services required hereunder exceeds the
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compensation herein stipulated (provided that the City shall use reasonable efforts to mitigate
such damages), and City may withhold any payments to the Consultant for the purpose of set-off
or partial payment of the amounts owed the City as previously stated.
(b) Consultant may, after compliance with the provisions of Section 7.2, terminate the
Agreement upon written notice to the City‘s Contract Officer. Consultant shall be entitled to
payment for all work performed up to the date of termination.
7.9 Attorneys’ Fees.
If either party to this Agreement is required to initiate or defend or made a party to any
action or proceeding in any way connected with this Agreement, the prevailing party in such
action or proceeding, in addition to any other relief which may be granted, whether legal or
equitable, shall be entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees. Attorney’s fees shall include attorney’s
fees on any appeal, and in addition a party entitled to attorney’s fees shall be entitled to all other
reasonable costs for investigating such action, taking depositions and discovery and all other
necessary costs the court allows which are incurred in such litigation. All such fees shall be
deemed to have accrued on commencement of such action and shall be enforceable whether or
not such action is prosecuted to judgment.
ARTICLE 8. CITY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES: NON-DISCRIMINATION
8.1 Non-liability of City Officers and Employees.
No officer or employee of the City shall be personally liable to the Consultant, or any
successor in interest, in the event of any default or breach by the City or for any amount which
may become due to the Consultant or to its successor, or for breach of any obligation of the
terms of this Agreement.
8.2 Conflict of Interest.
Consultant covenants that neither it, nor any officer or principal of its firm, has or shall
acquire any interest, directly or indirectly, which would conflict in any manner with the interests
of City or which would in any way hinder Consultant’s performance of services under this
Agreement. Consultant further covenants that in the performance of this Agreement, no person
having any such interest shall be employed by it as an officer, employee, agent or subcontractor
without the express written consent of the Contract Officer. Consultant agrees to at all times
avoid conflicts of interest or the appearance of any conflicts of interest with the interests of City
in the performance of this Agreement.
No officer or employee of the City shall have any financial interest, direct or indirect, in
this Agreement nor shall any such officer or employee participate in any decision relating to the
Agreement which affects her/his financial interest or the financial interest of any corporation,
partnership or association in which (s)he is, directly or indirectly, interested, in violation of any
State statute or regulation. The Consultant warrants that it has not paid or given and will not pay
or give any third party any money or other consideration for obtaining this Agreement.
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8.3 Covenant Against Discrimination.
Consultant covenants that, by and for itself, its heirs, executors, assigns, and all persons
claiming under or through them, that there shall be no discrimination against or segregation of,
any person or group of persons on account of race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual
orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry or other protected class in the performance of
this Agreement. Consultant shall take affirmative action to insure that applicants are employed
and that employees are treated during employment without reg ard to their race, color, creed,
religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry or other
protected class.
8.4 Unauthorized Aliens.
Consultant hereby promises and agrees to comply with all of the provisions of the Federal
Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 U.S.C. § 1101 et seq., as amended, and in connection
therewith, shall not employ unauthorized aliens as defined therein. Should Consultant so employ
such unauthorized aliens for the performance of work and/or services covered by this
Agreement, and should any liability or sanctions be imposed against City for such use of
unauthorized aliens, Consultant hereby agrees to and shall reimburse City for the cost of all such
liabilities or sanctions imposed, together with any and all costs, including attorneys’ fees,
incurred by City.
ARTICLE 9. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
9.1 Notices.
Any notice, demand, request, document, consent, approval, or communication either
party desires or is required to give to the other party or any other person shall be in writing and
either served personally or sent by prepaid, first-class mail, in the case of the City, to the City
Manager and to the attention of the Contract Officer (with her/his name and City title), City of
Rancho Palos Verdes, 30940 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes, California 90275 and in
the case of the Consultant, to the person(s) at the address designated on the execution page of
this Agreement. Either party may change its address by notifying the other party of the change of
address in writing. Notice shall be deemed communicated at the time personally delivered or in
72 (seventy two) hours from the time of mailing if mailed as provided in this section.
9.2 Interpretation.
The terms of this Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the meaning of the
language used and shall not be construed for or against either party by reason of the authorship
of this Agreement or any other rule of construction which might otherwise apply.
9.3 Counterparts.
This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an
original, and such counterparts shall constitute one and the same instrument.
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9.4 Integration; Amendment.
This Agreement including the attachments hereto is the entire, complete and exclusive
expression of the understanding of the parties. It is understood that there are no oral agreements
between the parties hereto affecting this Agreement and this Agreement supersedes and cancels
any and all previous negotiations, arrangements, agreements and understandings, if any, between
the parties, and none shall be used to interpret this Agreement. No amendment to or modification
of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and approved by the Consultant and by
the City Council. The parties agree that this requirement for written modifications cannot be
waived and that any attempted waiver shall be void.
9.5 Severability.
In the event that any one or more of the phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or
sections contained in this Agreement shall be declared invalid or unenforceable by a valid
judgment or decree of a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceability shall
not affect any of the remaining phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections of this
Agreement which are hereby declared as severable and shall be interpreted to carry out the intent
of the parties hereunder unless the invalid provision is so material that its invalidity deprives
either party of the basic benefit of their bargain or renders this Agreement meaningless.
9.6 Warranty & Representation of Non-Collusion.
No official, officer, or employee of City has any financial interest, direct or indirect, in
this Agreement, nor shall any official, officer, or employee of City participate in any decision
relating to this Agreement which may affect his/her financial interest or the financial interest of
any corporation, partnership, or association in which (s)he is directly or indirectly interested, or
in violation of any corporation, partnership, or association in which (s)he is directly or indirectly
interested, or in violation of any State or municipal statute or regulation. The determination of
“financial interest” shall be consistent with State law and shall not include interests found to be
“remote” or “noninterests” pursuant to Government Code Sections 1091 or 1091.5. Consultant
warrants and represents that it has not paid or given, and will not pay or give, to any third party
including, but not limited to, any City official, officer, or employee, any money, consideration,
or other thing of value as a result or consequence of obtaining or being awarded any agreement.
Consultant further warrants and represents that (s)he/it has not engaged in any act(s),
omission(s), or other conduct or collusion that would result in the payment of any money,
consideration, or other thing of value to any third party including, but not limited to, any City
official, officer, or employee, as a result of consequence of obtaining or being awarded any
agreement. Consultant is aware of and understands that any such act(s), omission(s) or other
conduct resulting in such payment of money, consideration, or other thing of value will render
this Agreement void and of no force or effect.
Consultant’s Authorized Initials _______
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9.7 Corporate Authority.
The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of the parties hereto warrant that (i) such
party is duly organized and existing, (ii) they are duly authorized to execute and deliver this
Agreement on behalf of said party, (iii) by so executing this Agreement, such party is formally
bound to the provisions of this Agreement, and (iv) that entering into this Agreement does not
violate any provision of any other Agreement to which said party is bound. This Agreement shall
be binding upon the heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of the parties.
[SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on
the date and year first-above written.
CITY:
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, a
municipal corporation
Barbara Ferraro, Mayor
ATTEST:
Teresa Takaoka, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ALESHIRE & WYNDER, LLP
William W. Wynder, City Attorney
CONSULTANT:
ITERIS, INC., a Delaware corporation
By:
Name: Steven Bradley
Title: Regional Vice President
By:
Name: Khristine Arakaki
Title: Assistant Secratary
Address: 1700 Carnegie Avenue
Santa Ana, CA, 92705
Two corporate officer signatures required when Consultant is a corporation, with one signature required
from each of the following groups: 1) Chairman of the Board, President or any Vice President; and 2)
Secretary, any Assistant Secretary, Chief Financial Officer or any Assistant Treasurer. CONSULTANT’S
SIGNATURES SHALL BE DULY NOTARIZED, AND APPROPRIATE ATTESTATIONS SHALL BE
INCLUDED AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THE BYLAWS, ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, OR
OTHER RULES OR REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO CONSULTANT’S BUSINESS ENTITY.
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CALIFORNIA ALL-PURPOSE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
On __________, 2023 before me, ________________, personally appeared ________________, proved to me on
the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose names(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and
acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by
his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted,
executed the instrument.
I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is
true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature: _____________________________________
OPTIONAL
Though the data below is not required by law, it may prove valuable to persons relying on the document and could
prevent fraudulent reattachment of this form
CAPACITY CLAIMED BY SIGNER DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED DOCUMENT
INDIVIDUAL
CORPORATE OFFICER
_______________________________
TITLE(S)
PARTNER(S) LIMITED
GENERAL
ATTORNEY-IN-FACT
TRUSTEE(S)
GUARDIAN/CONSERVATOR
OTHER_______________________________
______________________________________
SIGNER IS REPRESENTING:
(NAME OF PERSON(S) OR ENTITY(IES))
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
___________________________________
TITLE OR TYPE OF DOCUMENT
___________________________________
NUMBER OF PAGES
___________________________________
DATE OF DOCUMENT
___________________________________
SIGNER(S) OTHER THAN NAMED ABOVE
A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed
the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy or validity of that document.
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CALIFORNIA ALL-PURPOSE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
On __________, 2023 before me, ________________, personally appeared ________________, proved to me on
the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose names(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and
acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by
his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted,
executed the instrument.
I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is
true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature: _____________________________________
OPTIONAL
Though the data below is not required by law, it may prove valuable to persons relying on the document and could
prevent fraudulent reattachment of this form.
CAPACITY CLAIMED BY SIGNER DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED DOCUMENT
INDIVIDUAL
CORPORATE OFFICER
_______________________________
TITLE(S)
PARTNER(S) LIMITED
GENERAL
ATTORNEY-IN-FACT
TRUSTEE(S)
GUARDIAN/CONSERVATOR
OTHER_______________________________
______________________________________
SIGNER IS REPRESENTING:
(NAME OF PERSON(S) OR ENTITY(IES))
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
___________________________________
TITLE OR TYPE OF DOCUMENT
___________________________________
NUMBER OF PAGES
___________________________________
DATE OF DOCUMENT
___________________________________
SIGNER(S) OTHER THAN NAMED ABOVE
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the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy or validity of that document.
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EXHIBIT “A”
SCOPE OF SERVICES
I. Consultant will perform a comprehensive traffic study on Western Avenue to determine
how to improve traffic flow. Additional services not listed below may be required in
order to complete the services and deliverables. Consultant shall expand on the tasks
where appropriate, and provide suggestions which might lead to efficiencies and enhance
the results or usefulness of the work.
A. TASK 1: PROJECT MANAGEMENT / ADMINISTRATION / MEETINGS
Consultant will attend a kick-off meeting with City representatives and
participating stakeholders to better understand the nuances of the project and
participate in ongoing review and project coordination. In consultation with
City representatives, the Consultant will determine relevant issues specific to
the Project and governing standards to be applied. Progress meetings will be
held bi-weekly (on average), with City staff, and monthly with the agencies
Stakeholders Group (aka the Focus Group). Consultant shall prepare
agendas and meeting minutes with an action item matrix and distribute to the
City and other attendees, as required.
1. Attend a pre-design (kick-off) meeting with City representatives and
other agencies as required to review the Project.
2. Maintain continuous communication with the City Project Manager,
including meetings to review project status.
3. Provide agendas of special items for discussion, and minutes listing
actions.
4. Provide a detailed project schedule with updates on a bi-weekly basis.
5. Maintain continuous awareness of the status of each task as it proceeds
and make provisions to expedite and resolve any difficulties that may
impede progress.
6. Proactively initiate communications efforts between the technical team
and City to address key issues in a timely manner.
7. Coordinate the Project, including approvals with the City.
8. Prepare and deliver up to 2 presentations to the Traffic Safety
Committee.
9. Prepare and deliver up to 2 presentations to the City Council.
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B. TASK 2: CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE TRAFFIC STUDY TO
INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING
COMPONENTS:
1. Introduction (background, purpose, need, deficiencies, project
sponsors/stakeholders, etc.).
2. Study area and limits (mainline segments, intersections).
3. Existing conditions (roadway/corridor descriptions, traffic volumes,
traffic operational performance, collision patterns, etc.).
4. Review and inventory of current institutional arrangements such as
operational, maintenance and cost sharing agreements which may require
updates regardless of future operational plans.
5. Document any existing Average Daily Traffic data or need for additional
counts to be conducted to support the study. Document methodology for
data collection and travel demand projection. (Recent peak hour turning
movement counts at most effected intersections and travel time studies
along the Corridor will be provided by the City).
6. Perform literature review of prior studies conducted by the City, Caltrans
and others.
7. Document evaluation methodology, type of software, traffic
modeling/analysis tool, study scenarios (existing, opening year, design
year), performance metrics, etc.
8. Some of the key developments to be factored in the evaluation include
but are not limited to the Ponte Vista Development, the City of RPV
Mixed-use Development Plan and Housing Element, the Caltrans Bike
Lane Project, etc.).
9. Perform Collision Analysis using the most recent 5-year data from the
Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System.
10. Perform Vehicle Miles Travelled (VMT) Analysis as needed and as
applicable to the project scope. The Analysis shall be in accordance with
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) guidelines and
requirements such as Caltrans Transportation Analysis Framework, and
Transportation Analysis For CEQA.
11. Conduct Traffic Operational Analysis (intersections, chokepoints &
bottlenecks, root causality analysis, etc.). The analysis will capture all
possibilities for improving traffic flow and will include but will not be
limited to the following:
a.
Study turn lanes- each intersection will be studies to determine
if the existing turn pockets’ storage capacities are sufficient, or
if new turn lanes could reduce delay, and if it would be feasible
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to construct turn lanes given the geometric and right-of-way
constraints.
b.
Access Management – Analyze median openings and their
associated turn pockets to determine if they are in the
appropriate location and of the appropriate length so that
turning vehicles do not back-up into the through lanes and
block traffic flow.
c.
Traffic safety enhancements – evaluate pedestrian push
buttons, signal head yellow back plates, and other such
measures to reduce the likelihood of crashes that contribute to
blocked lanes.
d.
With respect to adaptive functionality and its overall effect on
the Corridor’s operational efficiency, investigate the following
scenarios:
i. Scenario (1) existing conditions: 6 signalized intersections (1st St
to 25th St.) run under LADOT Adaptive Traffic Control System
(ATCS) and 14 signalized intersections (Summerland to 262nd St.)
run under Time Of Day (TOD) operations by Caltrans.
ii. Scenario (2): LADOT will continue the ATCS functionality of the
6 intersections and Caltrans would deploy its TSMSS (Transcore
Traffic Control System) adaptive system on the remaining 14
signalized intersections.
iii. Scenario (3): LADOT would expand its ATCS functionality to
include the additional 14 signalized intersections currently run
under TOD by Caltrans.
iv. Other strategies outside adaptive functionality framework that may
improve traffic flow.
12. Assess need for Transit Signal Priority.
13. Document improvements needed tied to pedestrian and bicyclist
detection/timing/accessibility issues.
14. Prepare conclusions and recommended countermeasures to become part
of the Project Scope Document/Final Engineering Scope.
Typical Performance Metrics:
The typical performance metrics to be used as means to evaluate the performance
of the Corridor include but are not limited to:
a) Mainline:
I. VMT
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II. Vehicle Hour Travelled (VHT)
III. Vehicle Hour of Delay (VHD)
IV. Speed
V. Flow
VI. Travel Time
VII. Density
VIII. Collision Rates
b) Intersection:
I. Delay
II. Level of Service (LOS)
III. Queue length
C. TASK 3: ASSESSMENT OF THE EXISTING INTELLIGENT
TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS (ITS) INFRASTRUCTURE
CAPABILITIES AND DEVELOPMENT OF AN INVENTORY OF ITS
INFRASTRUCTURE NEEDS TO BECOME PART OF THE PROJECT
SCOPE DOCUMENT / FINAL ENGINEERING SCOPE.
1. Investigate type, condition, and life expectancy of each of the existing ITS
components via field visits and review of available literature and inventories
(Caltrans and LADOT) to develop an Inventory of Existing Infrastructure to
include but not be limited to:
a) Signal Hardware
b) Signal Software
c) Controllers (hardware/software/firmware)
d) Ped Push Buttons
e) Signal Heads
f) Communication Infrastructure
g) Detection Infrastructure
h) Closed Circuit Television (CCTV)
i) Changeable Message Sign (CMS)
j) Central Traffic Signal Control System
2. Conduct the necessary analysis to determine ITS Inventory of Needs in alignment
with the recommended improvements from the Proposed Traffic Study
D. TASK 4: DEVELOP THE CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS (CONOPS)
WHICH WILL ESTABLISH GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE
PROJECT ASSOCIATED WITH THE MOST FEASIBLE DEPLOYMENT
STRATEGY.
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1. Utilizing the outcome of the analysis performed under Task 2 and subject to the
multiagency collaboration, develop the necessary ConOps that will establish
Goals and Objectives of each of the responsible agencies to deploy and/or assume
operational and maintenance responsibilities of the system. This document should
also include the Maintenance and Operations Plan for all the proposed
improvements. The ConOps will be in compliance with the LA County Regional
ITS Architecture and appropriate Systems Engineering Process.
2. Identify the need for interagency agreements to enable the selected deployment
strategy, and related operations and maintenance responsibilities.
E. TASK 5: DEVELOP THE PROJECT SCOPE DOCUMENT / FINAL
ENGINEERING SCOPE TO CONTAIN THE FOLLOWING:
Prepare the Project Scope Document / Final Engineering Scope that will provide
the Detailed Scope of Work for the Design Consultant that will prepare the plans
for all of the recommended improvements or countermeasures from the Proposed
Traffic Study prioritized based on the performance metrics and cost, which will
include but not be limited to the following:
1. All recommended improvements from the Comprehensive Traffic Study
2. All Recommended ITS improvements from the ITS Inventory of Needs, and
elements in support of the Concept of Operations, all prioritized based on
performance metrics and cost.
3. Functional requirements for the procurement of an Adaptive Traffic Signal
System, as may be identified in previous tasks.
4. Communication Systems such as fiber optic, radio, or wireless systems to
support the desired ITS operations.
5. Development of Signal Synchronization Plans for a minimum of three
periods, i.e., morning, mid-day and afternoon peak hours as identified in the
initial comprehensive study.
6. Intersection enhancements such as new controllers, communication modules,
battery back-up systems, detection systems, transit priority related equipment
etc.
II. As part of the Services, Consultant will prepare and deliver the following tangible
work products to the City:
A. Meeting agendas and minutes; schedule updates; communication records;
presentations and staff reports for the Traffic Safety Committee and City Council;
communication records; and other administrative records.
B. Comprehensive Traffic Study.
C. Intelligent Transportation Systems Inventory of Needs.
D. Concept of Operations.
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E. Interagency Agreement Recommendations.
F. Final Design Scope Document.
III. All work product is subject to review and acceptance by the City, and must be
revised by the Consultant without additional charge to the City until found
satisfactory and accepted by City.
IV. Consultant shall utilize the personnel stated in its proposal to accomplish the
Services, unless otherwise approved in writing by the City’s Contract Officer.
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EXHIBIT “B”
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
(Superseding Contract Boilerplate)
Added text indicated in bold italics, deleted text indicated in strikethrough.
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EXHIBIT “C”
SCHEDULE OF COMPENSATION
I. Consultant shall perform the following tasks at the following rates:
II. Within the budgeted amounts for each Task, and with the approval of the Contract
Officer, funds may be shifted from one Task subbudget to another so long as the
Contract Sum is not exceeded per Section 2.1, unless Additional Services are
approved per Section 1.9.
III. The City will compensate Consultant for the Services performed upon submission of
a valid invoice. Each invoice is to include:
A. Line items for all personnel describing the work performed, the number of hours
worked, and the hourly rate.
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B. Line items for all materials and equipment properly charged to the Services.
C. Line items for all other approved reimbursable expenses claimed, with supporting
documentation.
D. Line items for all approved subcontractor labor, supplies, equipment, materials,
and travel properly charged to the Services.
E. Line item current amount, amount to date, and remaining amount.
IV. The total compensation for the Services shall not exceed the Contract Sum as
provided in Section 2.1 of this Agreement.
V. The Consultant’s billing rates for all personnel are attached as Exhibit C-1.
NOT APPLICABLE
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EXHIBIT “D
SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE
I. Consultant shall perform all services timely in accordance with the following schedule:
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II. Consultant shall deliver the following tangible work products to the City by the
following dates.
A. Project Management Products such as (ongoing work product through
03/22/2024)
B. Comprehensive Traffic Study (08/21/2023)
C. ITS Inventory of Needs (10/23/2023)
D. Concept of Operations (12/18/2023)
E. Interagency Agreement Recommendations (01/01/2024)
F. Final Design Scope Document (03/18/2024)
III. The Contract Officer may approve extensions for performance of the services in
accordance with Section 3.2. Any further extensions require City Council approval.
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RESPONSE TO PROPOSAL
WESTERN AVENUE TRAFFIC FLOW
IMPROVEMENTS
CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES, CA
Public Works Department
Attention: Ramzi Awad, Public Works Director
30940 Hawthorne Blvd
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Rawad@rpvca.gov
(310) 544-5300
11477-237.23
Submitted to:
February 10 , 2023
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
A COVER LETTER…………………… ...................................................................................................................................... 1
B APPROACH TO SCOPE OF SERVICES ........................................................................................................................... 2
C ORGANIZATION AND STAFFING .................................................................................................................................. 4
D STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ................................................................................................................. 6
E PROJECT SCHEDULE .................................................................................................................................................. 16
F QUALITY CONTROL PLAN .......................................................................................................................................... 17
G ACCEPTANCE OF CONDITIONS ................................................................................................................................. 18
APPENDIX A ATTACHMENTS ........................................................................................................................... Appendix
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A | COVER LETTER
February 10, 2023
Mr. Ali Zaghari, PE
Project Manager
Public Works Department
30940 Hawthorne Blvd.
Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Re: Proposal for City of Rancho Palos Verdes Western Avenue Traffic Flow Improvements
11477‐237.22
Dear Mr. Zaghari:
Iteris, Inc. (Iteris) is pleased to submit the enclosed response to the Request for
Proposals (RFP) to prepare the Western Avenue Traffic Flow Improvements
Study for the City of Rancho Palos Verdes (City).
Iteris proposes Mr. Deepak Kaushik, PE as Project Manager (PM) for this
project. Mr. Kaushik is one of Iteris’ most senior project managers and is highly
experienced in transportation planning and traffic engineering. This project is of
personal interest to him, as he is a native of Rancho Palos Verdes. He attended
Peninsula High School and still has family living in the City. Mr. Kaushik is
intimately familiar with the City’s transportation issues and traffic conditions in general, and the project corridor area,
specifically. I will serve as Principal‐in‐Charge for this assignment. Both Deepak and I are based in Iteris’ Los Angeles office.
Iteris is a unique firm in that we have a combination of skillsets in transportation corridor planning and Intelligent
Transportation Systems (ITS) design and deployment. Therefore, the proposed scope of work is perfectly suited for us. To
strengthen our team’s ability to deliver this project successfully and in a timely manner, we have partnered with Psomas on
this proposal. Psomas will support Iteris from day one on inventory review, preparation of project scoping for future
deployment, and provide overall Quality Control (QC) through review of deliverables. Iteris and Psomas have a long and
successful history of collaboration on corridor projects, similar to this multi‐jurisdictional Western Avenue effort. We are
looking forward to the opportunity to develop workable and practical solutions that will serve not only Rancho Palos
Verdes, but the cities of Lomita and Los Angeles.
Iteris and Psomas are unaware of any conflict of interest in performing the proposed work. Proof of Iteris’ current good
standing and names of all our officers and their contact information can be found in the Appendix section of the proposal.
Iteris acknowledges receipt of Addendum No. 1 published on January 18, 2023, and Addendum No. 2 published on February
1, 2023.
Thank you for the opportunity to submit our proposal. Iteris looks forward to assisting the City on this important project.
Please contact me at (213) 802‐1707 or vjd@iteris.com, or the designated Project Manager (PM), Mr. Kaushik at (213) 802‐
1715 or djk@iteris.com, should you have any questions.
Sincerely,
Iteris, Inc.
Viggen Davidian, PE
Vice President
Mobility Consulting Solutions
Iteris, Inc. is a corporation with 440+
staff. For classification and
credentials of the proposed staff,
please refer to the organizational
chart and capsule resumes.
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B | APPROACH TO SCOPE OF SERVICES
The Iteris Team has reviewed the Scope of Work in the RFP and agrees to comply with all tasks/items as described and does
not propose to remove or replace any items. As such, for brevity, this section of the proposal will not re‐hash each scope
item requirement. Therefore, our approach will describe deliverables as informed by our experience on previous projects
and understanding of the Western Avenue corridor and highlight specific value‐added features.
TASK 1: PROJECT MANAGEMENT / ADMINISTRATION / MEETINGS
In addition to bi‐weekly progress meetings, Mr. Kaushik will present updates on the project to the Stakeholders Group on a
monthly basis. These meetings will be used to gain feedback on conduct of the project. It is anticipated one
community/public meeting will be held early in the project timeline, roughly mid‐April. The purpose of this meeting will be
to explain the purpose of the project and listen to any initial concerns that citizens may have. Given the location of Western
Avenue on the east side of the City, it will be important to hold the meeting in a location that is close enough for
constituents who commute the corridor regularly (whether they reside in Rancho Palos Verdes [RPV], San Pedro, or
Lomita). Presentations will be made to the Traffic Safety Committee on two occasions. Per the schedule shown in Section E,
these presentations are recommended to occur in early June (during preparation of the final traffic study report) and early
September (during preparation of the final Concept of Operations [ConOps] report). The actual dates would be subject to
availability on the Committee’s agenda.
TASK 2: COMPREHENSIVE TRAFFIC STUDY
The comprehensive traffic study will begin with review of corridor traffic data, which will include average daily traffic (ADT)
and peak period turning movement counts at intersections. The RFP stated the City will provide traffic counts at most
locations; thus, it is assumed that some new traffic data collection will be required which is accounted for in the cost
estimate. The Iteris Team will identify gaps in current traffic data and arrange for data collection at those locations using a
3rd party data collection firm. During this time, Iteris staff will conduct the appropriate field reviews to collect the necessary
data to develop an existing conditions level of service (LOS) section for the report. Signal timing information will be
acquired from Caltrans and the City of Los Angeles.
Concurrent to this effort, team member Psomas will compile the collision history information of the corridor, based on
Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) data. Based on the most frequent types of collisions, appropriate
countermeasures will be developed. For example, in locations where broadside collisions were prevalent, signal phasing
modifications (such as protected in lieu of permissive) may be appropriate. While safety/collision history of individual
locations will be reviewed, it is recognized that appropriate countermeasures will have systemic consistency.
As a value‐added feature, Iteris will utilize its ClearGuide® platform, regularly used by Los Angeles Metro and other
jurisdictions, which uses anonymized 3rd party cell phone data, to evaluate the fluctuation of average speeds and travel
times along the corridor throughout a typical day. An example of this data output for a typical weekday period along
Western Avenue is shown in the Figure 1 below. These data identify congestion “chokepoints” and the effects of recurrent
and non‐recurrent congestion. Coupled with traffic count data, ClearGuide outputs clearly describe transportation
conditions in presentations for the public and decision‐makers.
An assessment of the project’s effects on regional vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and vehicle hours traveled (VHT) will be
prepared utilizing the latest version of the Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) regional travel‐demand
Figure 1 ‐ ClearGuide Speed Pattern Data for Western Avenue
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model. Iteris has this model in‐house and regularly applies it for use in transportation/corridor projects, as well as land use
plan projects. Future year model runs will include the key planned developments mentioned in the RFP (Ponte Vista, RPV
Mixed‐Use Development Plan and Housing Element, etc.). As a value‐added quality check, Iteris will also review the City of
Los Angeles’ travel‐demand model’s future year forecast volumes along Western Avenue and compare them to the results
generated using the SCAG model. Iteris also has the City of Los Angeles’ model in‐house, which has a somewhat refined
highway network definition in certain locations. This will allow the team to gain a higher level of confidence in the accuracy
of our forecasts.
With the traffic operations results, collision assessment, chokepoint evaluation, and VMT/VHT evaluation completed, a
draft Comprehensive Traffic Study evaluating multiple scenarios will be prepared. The study will include figures showing the
study area, traffic volumes, and conceptual plans of recommendations as developed. The report will assess alternative
scenarios based on the performance metrics (as described in the RFP).
TASK 3: EXISTING ITS INFRASTRUCTURE & NEEDS
The investigation of current ITS components, and their life expectancy, along the corridor will be a joint effort between
Iteris and Psomas. This joint effort will allow the team to expedite this task. Along with the field surveys and review of
literature, an Existing Infrastructure Inventory and Needs memorandum will be prepared for submission to the City. Psomas
and Iteris will combine staffing to begin this task simultaneously with Task 2.
Since the results of this task will be moved forward into the Project Scope Document, it is important to receive approval and
concurrence of the assessment from the City, as well as Los Angeles, Lomita and Caltrans as necessary in order to ensure
the Project Scope Document task is completed efficiently.
TASKS 4 & 5: CONOPS AND PROJECT SCOPE
The Iteris Team will develop the Concept of Operations in conformance with LA County’s “Connect‐It” Regional ITS
Architecture. Depending on which scenario is selected based on the traffic analysis, the following topics and considerations
will be completed as part of the Concept Operation:
Goals and Objectives – Outline of the City’s, Los Angeles Department of Transportation’s (LADOT’s), and Caltrans’
objectives
Functional requirements – Operational and communication capabilities of hardware and software, and their
conformance with “Connect‐It" regional ITS architecture
Performance requirements – Key Performance Indexes (KPI’s) on those metrics outlined in Task 2 per the traffic
analysis
Environmental and Quality requirements – Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Emission reduction target, as well as
parameters leading to less than significant impact on California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) standards
Central Management requirements – Communication protocol compatibility with the County’s IEN Network and its
LADOT, Caltrans’ freeway/state highway interfaces
As requested, interagency agreements will be part of the Concept of Operations document. The document will adhere to
Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA’s) guideline for Traffic Signal Operation and Maintenance which addresses four
key components: 1) Management Plan, 2) Signal Timing Monitoring, 3) Operations Refinements, 4) Maintenance
Requirements. The Operation and Maintenance (O & M) agreement will specify the appropriate personnel staffing, training
and experience levels required.
Lastly, the Iteris Team will develop a design‐level Scope of Work based on the countermeasures recommended in the traffic
study, based on their performance metrics, and cost. Psomas will lead the effort in preparing cost estimates, prioritizing the
components, and the ultimate preparation of the document. The Scope of Work will spell out the following elements: 1)
timeline for design, 2) desired outcomes from affected agencies, 3) project management, quality control, and deliverable
requirements, 4) public engagement and outreach, 5) inventory of existing and proposed communication systems that are
to be incorporated into the design plans, specifications, and estimates, 6) performance measures for the synchronization
task that is part of the project.
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Mr. Kaushik serves as a Principal Engineer for Iteris’ Mobility Consulting Solutions and has been
with the firm since 2008. He has over 19 years of transportation planning and engineering
experience, which includes transportation systems analysis, multimodal mobility planning,
highway operations, traffic safety evaluation, and travel‐demand modeling. He enjoys the
technical aspects of the projects he manages, but also embraces the interaction with
stakeholders, city officials, and the public. Most of all, he welcomes the challenge of finding
solutions that improve mobility for all users.
Relevant Projects:
Eastern Avenue Multimodal Transportation Improvements – City of Los Angeles, CA
Victory Boulevard Bicycle Facilities Feasibility Study – City of Glendale, CA
East San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor – Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transportation Authority (METRO)
Deepak Kaushik, PE
Project Manager
(213) 802‐1715
djk@iteris.com
Education &
Registrations
BS, Civil Engineering
PE, CA #72838
Project Team Organization
As mentioned, Mr. Deepak Kaushik will serve as the Project Manager. Mr. Kaushik is a Registered Professional Engineer (PE)
and has been with Iteris for more than 14 years, in the Los Angeles office. He has a long history of successfully completing
corridor mobility studies. His stability with the company is an example of the staff consistency that the City of Rancho Palos
Verdes can expect through this project. Similarly, key staff will remain assigned to the project through its entirety. Mr.
Kaushik will be assisted by two senior task leaders from Iteris and one senior task leader from Psomas. The staff
organization chart, broken up by the major disciplines of this project, is shown in Figure 2.
Figure 2 – Project Team Organization
KEY
Task Lead
Psomas (Sub)
GABRIEL MURILLO, PE, TE
Senior Advisor & QA/QC
DEEPAK KAUSHIK, PE
Project Manager
VIGGEN DAVIDIAN, PE
Principal-in-Charge
Traffic Study ITS Infrastructure CONOPS & Project Scope
Ted Huynh, PE, TE Paul Frislie, PE, IMSA Arief Naftali, PE, TE, EE, RSP1, ENV SP
Sean Daly
SungWoo Jo
Jin Eo
Josh McNeil
Evan Shipley
Nam Nguyen, EIT, ENV SP
Wing Chan, PE, ENV SP
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Table 1 – Key Staff Availability
NAME / CURRENT LOCATION /
ROLE
CURRENT ASSIGNMENTS /
% COMMITMENT % AVAILABILITY % OF TOTAL EFFORT
Deepak Kaushik, PE
Los Angeles, CA
Project Manager
25% | Eastern Ave Mulitmodal
15% | PCH/Crenshaw Intersection
Improvements
60% 10.6%
Viggen Davidian, PE
Los Angeles, CA
Principal‐In‐Charge
10% |‐405 Express Lanes PA&ED
10% |‐10 Express Lanes PA&ED
5% | East San Fernando Valley LRT
25% | Other Projects and Admin
50%
2.5%
Gabriel Murillo, TE
Santa Ana, CA
Senior Advisor & QA/QC
30% | Merida Mexico ITS Project
20% | 105 Express Lanes Project
10% | Katella TSS Project
40% 0.4%
Ted Huynh, PE, TE
Santa Ana, CA
Task Lead
20% | Alameda CTC CMP
15% | LA Metro I‐405 Sepulveda Pass
PA/ED
15% | LA Metro I‐10 PA/ED
50% 8.1%
Paul Frislie, PE, IMSA
Santa Ana
Task Lead
25% | Pasadena Walnut
Improvements Projects
20% | Caltrans D12 Multi‐Asset
Project Segment 3
55% 10.0%
Arief Naftali, PE, TE, EE, RSP1,
ENV SP
Los Angeles/Santa Ana
Senior Traffic Engineer
20% | Tujunga, Strathern, Fair Ave
Widening, Los Angeles, CA
20% | Traffic Engineering services,
Beverly Hills, CA
60% 8.9%
Wing Chan, PE, ENV SP
Los Angeles/Santa Ana
Traffic Engineer
15% | Crenshaw Boulevard
Improvements
20% | Glendale‐Hyperion
Intersection improvements
65% 15.5%
Nam Nguyen, EIT, ENV SP
Los Angeles/Santa Ana
Senior Traffic Designer
25% | Traffic Engineering Services,
Beverly Hills, CA
20% | Various Temporary Traffic
Control Plans in greater
Southern California
55% 13.3%
Other Staff ‐ ‐ 30.6%
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Prior Experience
The Iteris Team has significant experience in corridor‐level evaluation and design, which includes a long history of working
with larger arterial and state highways in the South Bay. Iteris and Psomas have a solid background in partnering on
multiple projects similar to this one. For example, Iteris and Psomas partnered to provide traffic engineering design services
to the City of Gardena for the Rosecrans Avenue Arterial Improvement project and the Vermont Avenue Arterial
Improvement project. Iteris also supported Gardena on the Artesia Boulevard (SR‐91) Arterial Improvement project.
Currently, Iteris and Psomas are partnered on the Pacific Coast Highway (SR‐1)/Crenshaw Boulevard Intersection
Improvement project for the City of Torrance, which involves traffic analysis, simulation, and re‐design of an intersection
under Caltrans’ jurisdiction. Iteris was also the lead consultant for SBCCOG South Bay Measure R Highway Program and
developed the overall program in coordination with South Bay cities and Metro followed by a program management phase
to prepare day‐to‐day management for SBCCOG staff. Viggen Davidian and Sean Daly served as Project Manager and key
staff on this project, respectively.
Within this section, staff experience/qualifications and prior, relevant projects will be described. More recently, within the
last three years, both Iteris and Psomas have experience in several projects with features relevant to this Western Avenue
Traffic Flow Improvements project. These projects, along with key staff who contributed, and client reference information,
are provided.
Iteris, a publicly traded corporation (NASDAQ: ITI), is the market leader in smart mobility infrastructure management since
1987. Iteris staff members are experts in the fields of transportation planning, traffic engineering, and ITS. As such, the
Western Avenue Traffic Flow Improvements project is perfectly suited for our strengths and will be well‐leveraged by the
described prior (and current) project experience.
ITERIS PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY (SR-1)/CRENSHAW BOULEVARD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT - CITY OF TORRANCE, CA
Reference Daeley Simons, Assistant Engineer, City of Torrance, (310) 618‐3016, DSimons@TorranceCA.gov
Staff Deepak Kaushik (PM), SungWoo Jo (Project Engineer)
Duration 5/2022 – Ongoing
Iteris, as part of the Psomas team, is currently preparing the Traffic
Engineering Performance Assessment (TEPA) for improvements to the
Pacific Coast Highway (SR‐1)/Crenshaw Boulevard intersection in the
City of Torrance. The approach to intersection improvements is
focused on balancing the need for reduced vehicle congestion and
turn pocket queuing with ensuring that a “complete streets” approach
is followed. With Pacific Coast Highway being a Caltrans facility,
greater coordination from the team is required and developing a
Purpose and Need that considers non‐vehicular modes in critical. The
traffic analysis involves reviewing current traffic volumes, as well as
observing current signal operations via video footage. Future
conditions are being developed using model output data from the
SCAG regional travel‐demand model. Mr. Kaushik is leading Iteris’ efforts on this project, combining his traffic analysis
expertise and his familiarity with traffic patterns in the South Bay.
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ITERIS EASTERN AVENUE MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS - CITY OF LOS
ANGELES, CA
Reference Gerry Hernandez, Civil Engineer, City of Los Angeles Bureau of Engineering, (213) 485‐4970,
Gerardo.hernandez@lacity.org
Staff Deepak Kaushik (PM), Viggen Davidian (PIC), Sean Daly (Task Lead), Jennifer Emerson‐Martin (Task Lead)
Duration 9/2021 – Ongoing
Iteris, as a subconsultant to Psomas, is currently providing traffic and parking analysis
services for the Eastern Avenue Multimodal Transportation Improvements project in
the City of Los Angeles. Eastern Avenue is located in the El Sereno area within the
City of Los Angeles. As an initial step, both on‐street and off‐street parking conditions
along the corridor, as well as peak hour intersection operations, have been evaluated
to establish baseline demand. Iteris has worked with the project team to develop the
project alternative that consists of the reconfiguration of the current four‐lane
roadway to a two‐lane roadway with a mix of Class II and Class IV bikeways. The City
of LA travel‐demand model was used to prepare traffic forecasts for both the
“without project” scenario and “with project alternative” scenario (which resulted in
a small amount of traffic diversion to other routes) in order to evaluate the effect on
intersection‐level operations. The travel‐demand model was also used to present the
effects on Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) in the surrounding area. In addition, with
several unsignalized intersections along the corridor, signal warrant evaluations are
being conducted to potentially justify the installation of new traffic signals as part of the project alternative.
ITERIS VICTORY BOULEVARD BICYCLE FACILITIES FEASIBILITY STUDY - CITY OF GLENDALE, CA
Reference Pastor Casanova, Principal Traffic Engineer, City of Los Angeles Public Works, (818) 548‐3945,
PCasanova@glendaleca.gov
Staff Deepak Kaushik (PM), Viggen Davidian (PIC), Sean Daly, Jennifer Emerson‐Martin, Natali Luevanos, SungWoo Jo,
Lucas Voorheis, Jin Eo (Project Engineers)
Duration 12/2021 – Ongoing
Iteris is currently completing a feasibility study for the addition of
bicycle facilities along Victory Boulevard in the City of Glendale.
Victory Boulevard is located in the southwest portion of the City,
between the borders with City of Los Angeles and City of Burbank.
Iteris has worked with City staff to develop multiple project
alternatives that consisted of the reconfiguration of the current
four‐lane roadway to a two‐lane roadway with either Class II or
Class IV bikeways. The evaluation included assessment of traffic
operations (level of service), along with potential parking impacts, and specific intersection treatments to accommodate
each configuration. The City of Glendale travel‐demand model was used to prepare traffic volume estimates for both the
“without project” and “with project alternatives” scenarios in order to estimate the amount of traffic diversion to other
routes (considering the reduction in roadway capacity). The travel‐demand model was also used to present the effects on
Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) in the surrounding area. Based on the analysis results, Iteris presented a Benefits vs
Disadvantages prioritization matrix to eventually rank each alternative for recommendation.
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ITERIS EAST SAN FERNANDO VALLEY TRANSIT CORRIDOR – LOS ANGELES COUNTY
METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (METRO)
Reference Monica Born, Project Manager, LA Metro, (213) 418‐3097, bornm@metro.net
Staff Viggen Davidian (PM – Traffic Operations), Bernard Li (PM – Signal Design), Ted Huynh (DPM/Simulation and
Modeling Lead), Tom Petrosino (TMP Lead), Deepak Kaushik, Michael Meyer, Natali Luevanos, Raymond Liang,
Bernard Li, Gabriel Murillo, SungWoo Jo, Jin Eo, Alex Nguyen, Michelle Daytner, Brian Herting (Project Engineers)
Duration 8/2019 – Ongoing
Iteris was awarded a sub‐contract from the Los Angeles County
Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) to provide Traffic
Operations Analysis and Traffic Engineering Signal Design Services
for the East San Fernando Valley (ESFV) Transit Corridor Project. The
project is a proposed Light Rail Transit (LRT) system that would
travel in a dedicated guideway from the Sylmar/San Fernando
Metrolink station along San Fernando Road south to Van Nuys
Boulevard, and from San Fernando Road to the Van Nuys Metro
Orange Line Station via a street‐running center running alignment.
The project has involved analysis and design services for more than
60 signalized intersections and 14 at‐grade transit stations along the
corridor as part of the $1.3 billion East San Fernando Valley Light Rail
Project.
As part of the project, Iteris staff are studying the multimodal traffic operations of the proposed ESFV corridor, including all
elements of the corridor, including signal phasing adjustments, transit signal priority, mid‐block pedestrian access, as well
as the potential inclusion of railroad‐style preemption on corridor signals where needed, via a comprehensive
microsimulation model using the software package VISSIM. The intent of the analysis is to then evaluate and provide
feedback to the ESFV project team to determine adjustments and alterations to the project design, including adjustments
to signal timing and phasing along Van Nuys Boulevard and side streets, turn pocket locations and lengths, and station
locations, as well as determine LRT travel time, intersection delay, and anticipated queues. The results of the simulation
and operations analysis will provide data and inputs to the engineering design, traffic control, and train operations for the
project.
In tandem with the traffic analysis services, the Iteris team is also providing 30%/60% signal design services, providing a
unique collaboration of using traffic operations analysis outputs to provide recommendations and findings to incorporate
into the traffic signal design elements necessary for this project. These advanced design solutions, intersection traffic
control technologies, and signal system communications will ultimately improve safety and efficiency for transit riders.
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ITERIS BUENA PARK CITYWIDE TRAFFIC MASTER PLAN – CITY OF BUENA PARK, CA
Reference Nader Alqam, Assistant Engineer, City of Buena Park, (714) 562‐3698, nalqam@buenapark.com
Staff Paul Frislie (PM), Michael Washkowiak (QA/QC), George Gener, Mai Vang, Evan Shipley, Braulio Ramirez, Alex
Ingoglia (Project Engineers)
Duration 3/2018 – 12/2019
The City of Buena Park contracted with Iteris for the development of the initiated
the Citywide Traffic Master Plan to document the existing traffic signal system and
Intelligent Transportation System (ITS) elements within the City. This Citywide
Master Plan evaluated potential future transportation options within the City and
developed a multi‐step process for implementation of upgrades to the existing
traffic signal/ITS system. These upgrades included anticipated software, hardware,
and operational improvements designed to ensure that the City is well positioned
for the future. In addition to physical improvements the Master Plan document will
identify Operations and Maintenance (O&M) staffing responsibilities required to
support the proposed traffic signal and ITS equipment to be deployed.
ITERIS ATMS MASTER PLAN UPDATE, GRANT SERVICES, ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES AND
PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES (PHASE 3) – CITY OF CORONA, CA
Reference Aaron Cox, Associate Engineer ‐ Traffic, Public Works, City of Corona, (951) 279‐3515, Aaron.Cox@CoronaCA.gov
Staff Paul Frislie (PM), Braulio Ramirez (Deputy PM), George Gener (Technical Lead & Integration Manager), Evan Shipley,
Delbert Lavezzari, Mike Washkowiak, Natali Nuevanos,‐Mendez, Jiayu Qian, Gabriel Murillo, Sean Daly (Grant Lead),
Alex Nguyen, Ryan Zhen
Duration 10/2019 – Ongoing
The original Master Plan developed by Iteris in 2006 followed a system
engineering approach that employed an iterative process in assessing the
City’s need and mapping those needs to system solutions which included
the design and construction of two phases. The City has contracted Iteris
to prepare an update to the original Master Plan effort which will research
technologies for IP‐addressable cameras, changeable message signs, video
detection, network redesign, fiber management, data analytics,
connected vehicles, and Gigabit Ethernet network. The Master Plan will
include a full Traffic Management Center (TMC) re‐design and cost. Iteris
will use the master plan to help the City secure funding for future phases
as they continue to expand their ITS infrastructure. Once the Master Plan
has been completed and approved, Iteris will design Phase 3 and provide
construction management and integration support starting in August
2022.
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ITERIS TRAFFIC AND INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS ENGINEERING SERVICES, MAIN
STREET REGIONAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION PROJECTS (RTSP), ORANGE
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (OCTA) – ORANGE COUNTY, CA
Reference Michael Baker International, Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc., Idax Data Solutions
Alicia Yang, Project Manager III, OCTA, (714) 560‐5362, ayang@octa.net
Staff Bernard Li (PM), Joshua McNeill (Signal Timing Lead), Braulio Ramirez (PS&E and Integration Lead), Alex Zhu,
Delbert Smith‐Lavezzari, (Project Engineers)
Duration 12/2019 – Ongoing
Iteris was selected by OCTA for a $3.6 million regional traffic
signal synchronization project along 12 miles of the Main Street
corridor extending through the Cities of Orange, Santa Ana, and
Irvine in Orange County, California. The three‐year project
includes signal coordination and timing improvements, with the
aim of improving traffic flow, enhancing public safety and
decreasing stops. Under the project agreement, Iteris will provide
services that will upgrade traffic signal electronics and
communications equipment, and optimize signal timing along
Main Street, a major north‐south corridor that comprises 67
major signalized intersections.
As part of the project, Iteris’ Intersection‐as‐a‐Service™ end‐to‐
end solution offering will deliver proactive monitoring of traffic
signal operations at all project intersections. The primary goal of
this project is to deploy new Intelligent Transportation System
(ITS) equipment and communication infrastructure to support the
management of the cities’ transportation network, implement
optimized coordination timing plans to achieve optimal traffic flow, and improve safety for all road users, including vehicles,
buses, bicycles and pedestrians.
Iteris is proud to support OCTA’s goal of improving the safety and mobility of road users by embarking on this traffic signal
synchronization project. This initiative will ultimately help increase the value and effectiveness of the region’s existing
transportation infrastructure, while improving air quality and reducing fuel consumption.
ITERIS OCTA FIRST STREET AND BOLSA AVENUE REGIONAL TRAFFIC SIGNAL SYNCHRONIZATION
PROJECT (RTSSP), CONTRACT TASK ORDER (CTO) (AGREEMENT C-9-1812), ORANGE
COUNTY TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (OCTA) – ORANGE COUNTY, CA
Reference Alicia Yang, Project Manager III, OCTA, (714) 560‐5362, ayang@octa.net
Staff Josh McNeil (PM), Bowen Yang (System Design Lead), Michelle Haas, Paul Frislie, George Gener, Omid Modaghegh,
Mai Vang, Evan Shipley, Delbert Lavezzari, Natali Luevanso, Jiayu Qian, Jason Xu, Bernard Li, Gabe Murillo, Kassra
Rafiee, Braulio Ramirez, Jin Eo, Stuart Hunter, Alex Nguyen, Steven Bradley, Alex Ingoglia, Sahila Sarjana, Lesley Ng,
Andy Murray, Eric Chiu (Project Engineers)
Duration 8/2021 – Ongoing
Iteris is assisting OCTA with multi‐jurisdictional signal coordination for a 13.1‐mile stretch of First Street/Bolsa Avenue. The
project requires retiming of 55 signalized intersections along First Street/Bolsa Avenue from Bolsa Chica Street in the City of
Huntington Beach to Newport Avenue in the City of Tustin and 5 signalized intersections offset from the corridor in the City
of Santa Ana. Iteris collected traffic count data to create Synchro models that will help optimize and synchronize the signal
timing along First Street/Bolsa Avenue. Also included in the scope of the project, Iteris will develop and implement new
timing plans for the AM, midday, PM, and Weekend peak periods.
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Dedicated to balancing the natural and built environment, Psomas provides sustainably engineered solutions to public and
private sector clients. As a full‐service consulting firm, Psomas helps clients create value by planning, designing, and delivering
complex projects. Psomas is a recognized leader and longtime proponent of environmental, social, and economic sustainability
and brings a truly holistic approach to their projects. A founding member of the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure (ISI),
Psomas is committed to promoting a progressive standard of sustainability in both design and company policy.
Psomas TRAFFIC ENGINEERING SERVICES – CITY OF BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Reference Christine Chung, Project Manager, (310) 285‐2516, cchung@beverlyhills.org
Staff Arief Naftali (PM), Nam Nguyen
Duration 8/2017 – Ongoing
Psomas provided various traffic engineering services to the City of Beverly Hills associated with the underground
construction of the Purple Line subway extension for Segments 1 and 2. Psomas was tasked with evaluating temporary
conditions along a major corridor during the construction of the Purple Line and developed updated signal timing and
coordination plans. The study did not evaluate potential geometric improvements, but instead aimed to maximize efficiency
of the signals given the temporary conditions. As part of the study, Psomas obtained existing signal timing plans, and
developed a Synchro model to evaluate the conditions. Psomas then developed various alternatives for signal timing and
phasing changes with the approval from the City Engineer.
Psomas MOUNTAIN VIEW SIGNALS – CITY OF MOUNTAIN VIEW, CA
Reference Barron Caronite, PE, Vice President, MerloneGeier Partners, (916) 616‐9970,
BCaronite@MerloneGeier.com
Staff Arief Naftali (PM), Nam Nguyen
Duration 3/2015 – 8/2018
Psomas provided civil and traffic engineering design services involving seven (7) signalized intersections along California
Street and SR‐82 (El Camino Real). In addition to signals and construction cost estimates, scope of services included
temporary traffic signal design and timing schemes for implementation during construction. Coordination and permitting
through Caltrans District 4 was pursued and ultimately obtained. Scope of Work included the development of DSDD (Design
Standard Decision Documents) as well as the design and installation of bike facilities along the corridors. Psomas performed
photometric/illumination level analysis at every signalized intersection involved and upgraded existing luminaires to LEDs as
needed.
Psomas 2ND/PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY SIGNAL & ITS DESIGN – LONG BEACH, CA
Reference Jack McGregor, President, (949) 294‐6933
Staff Arief Naftali (PM), Nam Nguyen
Duration 3/2018 – 6/2019
Psomas was selected to provide engineering services for this 10‐acre resort community area that features a mix of upscale
lifestyle tenants, restaurants, entertainment, local shops, and a gourmet grocery. As part of this project, the Psomas Traffic
team has developed three Traffic Signal plans along the project limit. Two of them were within Caltrans Right of Way. The
scope of services included in the development of traffic signal modification designs consist of as built/record drawing
collection, field work and verification, utility mapping, and base map development and composition of plans. Modification
work involved reassignment of traffic lane lines, detector loop modifications, ITS/fiber optic, signal timing, interconnect and
ADA ramp reconstructions.
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Staff Qualifications (Capsule Resumes)
EXPERT ADVISORY PANEL
Iteris strives to help clients solve the problems that are the focus of the project by providing solutions that
work, solutions that innovate, and solutions that are Smart. These are reasons why clients know Iteris as a firm
that goes above and beyond expectations to make client projects successful. One method to achieve these goals is by
offering clients an Expert Advisory Panel whose mission it will be to assist the team with innovative ideas, problem solving
solutions and quality control (QA/QC). Iteris is pleased to offer Mr. Davidian and Mr. Murillo, as the Expert Advisory Panel
for this project. Their capsule resumes, along with other key staff, are provided as follows. Full resumes will be provided
upon request.
VIGGEN DAVIDIAN, PE
Role on Project
Principal‐in‐Charge
Education &
Registrations
MS, Civil Engineering
BS, Civil Engineering
PE, CA #36335
Mr. Davidian serves as a Vice President for Iteris’ Mobility Consulting Solutions and
has been with the firm since 1994. He has over 41 years of comprehensive project
and management experience in transportation planning, traffic engineering design,
and civil engineering, in both the private and public sectors. Mr. Davidian’s
technical expertise includes comprehensive multimodal area and corridor studies,
traffic operations, travel demand forecasting, alternatives analyses, and environmental impact
assessment for major highway and transit projects. He also specializes in development of
transportation performance measurement procedures and monitoring systems for local and
regional agencies, as well as strategic master plans for transportation infrastructure development,
prioritization, and financing. Mr. Davidian is a Fellow of Institute of Transportation Engineers, a
Life Member of ASCE and has served on the ASCE Los Angeles Section Board of Directors as Vice
President.
Relevant Projects:
South Bay Measure R Highway Program, Los Angeles Metro
Victory Boulevard Bicycle Facilities Feasibility Study, City of Glendale
East San Fernando Valley Transit Corridor, Los Angeles Metro
Eastern Avenue Multimodal Study, City of Los Angeles
Los Angeles County Significant Arterial Network, Los Angeles Metro
GABRIEL MURILLO, TE
Role on Project
Senior Advisor
Education &
Registrations
MBA
BS, Electrical
Engineering
TE, CA #1843
Mr. Murillo serves as a Vice President for Iteris’ Mobility Consulting Solutions
division and has been with the firm since 2008. He has over 32 years of experience
in Integrated Corridor Management (ICM), transportation systems design and
analysis; Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) planning and design; traffic
engineering; systems engineering, development and integration of real‐time traffic
systems utilizing system engineering practices. Mr. Murillo has served as Project
Manager, Task Leader and Project Design Engineer on numerous projects. This includes providing
regional‐based signal timing analysis and deployment; and ITS‐based traffic, transportation, transit
priority and communications consulting systems engineering services to public agencies and transit
operators.
Mr. Murillo is an expert with (ICM) planning and implementation, traffic operations and has hands‐
on experience having worked in Traffic Management Centers (TMC) for over 17 years. He has
managed over 2,500 intersections, designing and implementing safety and operational
improvements. Mr. Murillo is an expert with Adaptive Traffic Control Systems (ATCS) having
managed traffic control systems with over 1,000 traffic signal intersections operating with
“Adaptive” functions. He is highly experienced in the design, development and integration of
coordinated Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) and Transit Signal Priority (TSP)
systems, and the design and implementation of systems for arterial, highway, and transit and
highway‐railroad grade crossings. These applications have included the use of systems engineering
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practices to design, deploy and integrate ITS elements, Advanced Transportation Management
Systems (ATMS) and Advanced Traveler Information Systems (ATIS), TSP systems and Bus Rapid
Transit (BRT) systems.
Relevant Projects:
Citywide Signal Timing Project – City of Corona, CA
San Bernardino Valley Coordinated Traffic Signal System (SBVCTSS), San Bernardino County
Transportation Authority (SBCTA) – San Bernardino County, CA
Orangewood Traffic Signal Synchronization (TSS) Project – City of Anaheim, CA
Traffic Signal Synchronization (TSS), Orange County Transit Authority (OCTA) – Orange
County, CA
TED HUYNH, PE, TE
Role on Project
Task Lead
Education &
Registrations
MS, Civil Engineering
(Transportation)
BS, Civil Engineering
PE, CA #80087
TE, CA #2778
Mr. Huynh serves as a Senior Manager for Iteris’ Mobility Consulting Solutions and
has been with the firm since 2017. He has over 12 years of experience working in the
field of transportation engineering. His expertise includes traffic operations analyses,
transportation impact analyses, traffic microsimulations, parking management
planning, rail planning, complex spreadsheet and dataset analyses, cost estimation,
and benefit‐cost analyses. Mr. Huynh’s software experience includes VISSIM, Synchro, SimTraffic,
Traffix, ArcGIS, HCS, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
Relevant Projects:
East San Fernando Valley (ESFV) Transit Corridor Project – Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transportation Authority (Metro), City of Los Angeles, CA
On‐Call Transportation Engineering Services – City of Buena Park, CA
Crenshaw Light Rail Transit (LRT) Grade Separation at Centinela Avenue, Los Angeles
County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) – City of Inglewood, CA
PAUL FRISLIE, PE, IMSA
Role on Project
Task Lead
Education &
Registrations
MBA
BS, Civil Engineering
PE, CA #72982
IMSA:
FOA Fiber Optic
Technician,
#CFOT_97189
Traffic Signal Level III,
#CE_97189
Traffic Signal Level II,
#BB97189
Traffic Signal Level I,
#AA97189
FOA Fiber Optic
Technician,
#CFOT_97189
Signal Inspector Level
II, #AT_97189
Signal Inspector Level
I, #SI97189
Work Zone Safety,
#ZZ97189
Mr. Frislie serves as a Principal Engineer of Iteris’ Mobility Consulting Solutions and
has been with the firm since January 2001. For over 23 years, Mr. Frislie has been
involved in several transportation and traffic engineering projects that include both
planning as well as design and deployment of ITS, systems integration, and traffic
signal design. Recently, he has served as the Project Manager for the Rosecrans
Avenue Arterial Improvement Project, Cypress Phase 1 through 3 ITS Projects, the
Newport Beach ITS Phase 5 through 8 Projects, the Santa Monica ATMS Phase 4c project. He has
also been the Lead Design Engineer for the development of design plans for the Oxnard ITS Master
Plan Design Project, Vermont Avenue Arterial Improvement project, the Santa Monica ATMS 4a/4b
Project, SR‐710 ITS Design Project, Newport Beach ITS Phase 1, 2, 3, 4 and 7 Projects and the
Fountain Valley Phase IV project, as well as the Signal Construction Inspector for completion of the
Oxnard ITS Master Plan and the Rosecrans and Vermont Arterial Improvements.
Relevant Projects:
Buena Park Traffic Signal and ITS Master Plan – City of Buena Park, CA
Corona Advanced Traffic Management Systems (ATMS) Phase 2 Project – City of Corona,
CA
Von Karman Avenue/Tustin Ranch Road Regional Traffic Signal Synchronization (RTSSP)
Project – City of Irvine, CA
Ventura Communication System Upgrade Plan – City of Ventura, CA
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ARIEF NAFTALI, PE, TE, EE, RSP1, ENV SP
Role on Project
Task Lead
Education &
Registrations
BS, Civil Engineering
PE, CA #64286
EE, CA #21570
TE, CA #2296
RSP, CA# 552
Arief Naftali is a licensed civil, traffic, and electrical engineer in California with 22
years of hands‐on professional experience in the design and management of various
road, traffic, civil, site, highway, and engineering projects serving multiple local and
regional agencies in Southern California, including Caltrans. Arief is adept in roadway
infrastructure, site development, active transportation, traffic engineering, outdoor
electrical, and transportation planning projects, delivering improvement needs to local and regional
communities alike. Arief's project portfolio encompasses a full range of projects starting from
planning and design, through construction.
Relevant Projects:
Tier 3 and 4 San Bernardino Valley Coordinated Traffic Signal System for SANBAG – San
Bernardino, CA
2nd Street and Pacific Coast Highway Signals, Caltrans – Long Beach, CA
NOHO West (Formerly Laurel Plaza) – North Hollywood, CA
Traffic Engineering Services – Beverly Hills, CA
NAM NGUYEN, EIT, ENV SP
Role on Project
Task Support
Education &
Registrations
BS, Civil Engineering
Nam Nguyen has been responsible for various design and drafting assignments
focusing on public works and transportation projects situated throughout Southern
California. Having successfully developed many traffic engineering construction
documents, he is well‐versed in the guidelines and standards that govern the making
of geometric/signing, striping, traffic control, signal modification, and street
improvement plans.
Relevant Projects:
Mountain View Signals – Mountain View, CA
Glendale‐Hyperion Complex of Bridges Improvement Project – Los Angeles, CA
2nd Street and Pacific Coast Highway Signals, Caltrans – Long Beach, CA
NOHO West (Formerly Laurel Plaza) – North Hollywood, CA
Traffic Engineering Services – Beverly Hills, CA
WING CHAN, PE, ENV SP
Role on Project
Task Support
Education &
Registrations
BS, Civil Engineering
PE, CA #93316
Wing Chan is a Civil Engineering Designer with Psomas. He has five years of
experience in Traffic Engineering which encompasses traffic signal design, street and
roadway lighting, stage construction, traffic control, signing, pavement delineation
and Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) projects. Wing has participated in
projects related to coordination of major arterials, traffic signal modification, traffic
studies, and freeway interchange design.
Relevant Projects:
Glendale‐Hyperion Complex of Bridges Improvement Project – Los Angeles, CA
2nd Street and Pacific Coast Highway Signals, Caltrans – Long Beach, CA
NOHO West (formerly Laurel Plaza) Traffic Engineering – North Hollywood, CA
Traffic Engineering Services – Beverly Hills, CA
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REFERENCE PROJECTS
Reference projects are included in the “Prior Experience” section above.
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E PROJECT SCHEDULE City of Rancho Palos Verdes RFP – Western Avenue Traffic Flow Improvements Iteris, Inc. | 16 E | PROJECT SCHEDULE The Iteris Team has provided the following proposed project schedule as shown in Figure 3. As noted previously, a key consideration for Iteris in partnering with Psomas on this project was the ability of the two firms to closely collaborate by splitting duties and/or work in tandem on parts of the scope that do not necessarily rely on completion of a previous task. With this in mind, we are confident that we can meet the schedule desired by the City of Rancho Palos Verdes and have the ability to provide value added services. The critical‐path based schedule shown assumes a project kick‐off in roughly mid‐March 2023. We will discuss and finalize the details of this collaboration in duties at the beginning of the project with City staff to ensure their full agreement. Figure 3 – Proposed Project Schedule CRITICAL PATH ITEMS ITS Needs Analysis requires completion of Final Traffic Study Concept of Operations requires completion of ITS Needs Analysis Project Scope Document requires completion of Concept of Operations 3/6 3/13 3/20 3/27 4/3 4/10 4/17 4/24 5/1 5/8 5/15 5/22 5/29 6/5 6/12 6/19 6/26 7/3 7/10 7/17 7/24 7/31 8/7 8/14 8/21 8/28 9/4 9/11 9/18 9/25 10/2 10/9 10/16 10/23 10/30 11/6 11/13 11/201Project Management / MeetingsKick‐off meetingProgress MeetingsStakeholder/Focus Group MeetingsTraffic Safety Committee MeetingsPublic/Community Meeting2Comprehensive Traffic StudyData collection/field workLiterature Review/Collision AnalysisDraft Traffic Operational Analysis/Traffic StudyCountermeasures developmentFinal Traffic Operational Analysis/Traffic Study3ITS Infrastructure & NeedsField work/data gatheringNeeds Analysis4Concept of OperationsDraft CONOPSFinal CONOPSInteragency Agreements recommendations5Project Scope DocumentFunctional & Communication requirementsSynchronization Plan & EnhancementsITS Improvements cost estimates/prioritizationDraft Project Scope DocumentFinal Project Scope DocumentTaskMarchAprilNovemberMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberB-18
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F | QUALITY CONTROL PLAN
The Iteris Team has developed a Quality Control (QC) plan that will utilize experienced, senior‐level Iteris and Psomas staff
in a “checks and balances” method, with a primary preparer and review by a quality control reviewer for each deliverable.
The plan, shown in the order of anticipated deliverable submission, is shown in Table 2.
Table 2 – QA/QC Plan for Project Deliverables
Deliverable (Task) Preparer(s) QC Reviewer(s)
Traffic Data Summary memo (2) Ted Huynh Viggen Davidian
Analysis Methodology memo (2) Ted Huynh Viggen Davidian
Document Literature Review (2) Sean Daly Deepak Kaushik
Traffic Operations Analysis Report (2) Ted Huynh, Deepak Kaushik Arief Naftali, Viggen Davidian
ITS Infrastructure Inventory and Needs (3) Paul Frislie Arief Naftali
Concept of Operations (4) Arief Naftali Paul Frislie
ITS Improvements Prioritization (5) Arief Naftali Paul Frislie, Gabriel Murillo
Project Scope Document (5) Arief Naftali Paul Frislie, Gabriel Murillo
As shown, each deliverable is assigned to an internal reviewer, who was not directly involved in the preparation of that
deliverable. This internal reviewer will essentially act as City staff in ensuring that not only are documents and analysis
technically correct and consistent, but that all deliverables are prepared with the objectives of the project clearly in mind.
For example, as Arief Naftali (Psomas) reviews the ITS Infrastructure Needs Assessment memorandum, he will make certain
that the overarching project goals of improved signal synchronization and traffic safety are reflected.
Iteris’ project management approach ensures this assignment will be delivered on time and on budget. Iteris uses a
combination of automated and manual techniques to identify deviations from the work plan. The sooner such variances are
identified, the easier it is to correct them. Iteris uses an Oracle accounting system that provides weekly updates on the
labor and direct charges to each project. Mr. Kaushik will review weekly charges against task progress to assess if budget
burn is outpacing delivery. Such monitoring ensures we will identify issues early and take corrective action.
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G | ACCEPTANCE OF CONDITIONS
Iteris does not have any potential conflicts of interest or any litigations in which we are currently engaged. Further, we do
not request any changes to the City’s standard contract. Iteris will be able to supply the required insurance coverage and
endorsement shown in the body of the agreement.
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Proof of good standing
Officers’ name and contact information
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Officers’ Contact Information
Officer Contact Information
Joe Bergera
Chief Executive Officer and President
jbergera@iteris.com
(949) 270‐9400
Douglas Groves
Chief Financial Officer, Senior Vice President of Finance,
and Secretary
dgroves@iteris.com
(949) 270‐9643
Todd Kreter
Senior Vice President and General Manager, Advanced
Sensor Technologies
tkreter@iteris.com
(949) 270‐9611
Khristine Arakaki
Assistant Secretary
karakaki@iteris.com
(949) 270‐9487
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City of Rancho Palos Verdes
Request for Proposals
Western Avenue Traffic Flow Improvements
Public Works Department
Attention: Ramzi Awwad, Public Works Director
30940 Hawthorne Blvd, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
Phone: 310-544-5300 Email: Rawad@rpvca.gov
RFP Release Date: January 13, 2023
Request for Clarification Deadline: January 27, 2023
RFP Submittal Deadline: February 10, 2023
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Western Avenue Traffic Flow Improvements
The City of Rancho Palos Verdes is requesting proposals from qualified
consulting firms to conduct a Comprehensive Traffic Study, perform
appropriate research to complete the ITS Inventory of Needs, and
develop the Project Scope Document for the Western Avenue Corridor
Traffic Flow Improvements on Western Avenue (from north of Pacific
Coast Highway to south of 25th Street).
The outcome of these deliverables will determine the recommended
traffic flow improvements and countermeasures to enhance the traffic
operational efficiency and safety on Western Avenue.
All correspondence and questions regarding this RFP should be
submitted via email to:
Ali Zaghari, PE, Project Manager
Email: ali.zaghari@transtech.org
To be considered for this project, submit an electronic copy of the
proposal to the above email address by 4:30PM, on February 10, 2023
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
I. Introduction Page 4
II. Project Objective Page 4
III. Scope of Work Page 5
IV. Preliminary Project Schedule Page 9
V. Necessary Qualifications and Submittal
Requirements Page 10
VI. Submission of Proposal Page 12
VII. Evaluation and Selection Process Page 12
VIII. Attachments
Attachment 1 – Sample Professional Services Agreement
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I. INTRODUCTION
The City of Rancho Palos Verdes (City) is a scenic, upscale, residential coastal
community, with a population of approximately 42,000, located on the Palos Verdes
Peninsula of southwestern Los Angeles County.
The City is a contract city, meaning that some services are provided by contract with
agencies (both public and private) and some services are delivered by the City’s own
employees.
City Government: Rancho Palos Verdes is a General Law City and has operated under
the Council-Manager form of government since its incorporation in 1973. Policy-making
and legislative authority are vested in the governing City Council, which consists of five
Council Members, including the Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem. The City is fiscally sound and
functions on an annual budget cycle.
The City has had a goal of improving traffic flow on Western Avenue for a number of
years. Western Avenue is owned by the California Department of Transportation
(Caltrans) and any improvements require permits from Caltrans. Additionally, traffic flow
improvements would need to extend beyond City borders to be effective. Therefore, the
project is envisioned as a multi-jurisdictional solution to optimize traffic operations on the
Western Avenue Corridor from south of 25th Street to north of Pacific Coast Highway. The
project requires a joint effort by Caltrans, Rancho Palos Verdes, Lomita, and Los Angeles.
The City of Rancho Palos Verdes will lead and execute the project with close
communication and coordination with the other jurisdictions.
The purpose of this document is to provide proposers with the information needed to
submit a proposal for review by the City and, if selected, enter into a Professional Service
Agreement with the City. Enclosed is a blank Professional Services Agreement form for
proposers’ review.
II. PROJECT OBJECTIVE
The City is requesting proposals from qualified consulting firms to conduct a
Comprehensive Traffic Study, perform appropriate research to complete the ITS
Inventory of Needs, and develop the Project Scope Document for the Western Avenue
Corridor (from north of Pacific Coast Highway to south of 25 th Street).
Although candidate solutions will only be identified after completion of the envisioned
deliverables, the following is a list of potential measures to improve traffic flow:
Signal synchronization- an initial assessment found that some signals on Western
Avenue are operated by Caltrans whereas others are operated by the Los Angeles
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Department of Transportation (LADOT) and the two systems use different
technologies that do not communicate with each other. In other words, some
signals on Western Avenue operate under different timing plans. Operating all of
the signals under the same coordinated state-of-the-art signal operations
technology would be a major benefit to traffic flow. For this to happen, the Caltrans
operated signals need upgraded technology, which could occur through this
project. Furthermore, this project could bring operation of all the upgraded signals
under the same jurisdiction so that there is continued seamless synchronization.
Turn lanes- each intersection will be studied to determine if turn lanes could reduce
delay, and if it would be feasible to construct turn lanes given the geometric and
right-of-way constraints.
Access Management- median openings and their associated turn pockets will be
analyzed to determine if they are in the appropriate location and of the appropriate
length so that turning vehicles do not back-up into the through lanes and block
traffic flow.
Traffic safety enhancements- pedestrian push buttons, signal head yellow back
plates, and other such measures will be evaluated to reduce the likelihood of
crashes that contribute to blocked lanes.
The Comprehensive Traffic Study and the ITS Inventory of Needs may identify other
solutions that have not been listed above.
As an initial step to mitigate traffic congestion, an analysis was conducted to determine if
right-turn lanes would improve traffic operations or safety. The analysis showed that delay
could be significantly reduced for the northbound approach of Western Avenue at
Westmont Drive/Delasonde Drive. Based on this analysis, Caltrans approved the
installation of that right-turn lane. Construction of the right-turn lane will be incorporated
into the Caltrans Bike Lanes Project.
III. SCOPE OF WORK
The following scope of work is intended as a guide only, additional services may be
required which are not listed below, but need to be completed. Consultant shall complete
other tasks deemed necessary for the accomplishment of a complete and comprehensive
outcome as described in the project objective. Consultant shall expand on the below-
noted tasks, where appropriate, and provide suggestions which might lead to efficiencies
and enhance the results or usefulness of the work.
City staff may request that check-sets or working versions of documents be submitted
for ongoing routine review. City staff will review all deliverables, including preparatory or
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record materials for service deliverables, and provide comments. Consultant is required
to revise draft deliverables to address City staff’s comments.
The project team and identified staff as indicated in the consultant RFP shall not be
substituted without the written authorization of the City for the duration of the project.
TASK 1: PROJECT MANAGEMENT / ADMINISTRATION / MEETINGS
Consultant will be required to attend a kick-off meeting with City representatives
and participating stakeholders to better understand the nuances of the project
and participate in ongoing review and project coordination. In consultation with
City representatives, the Consultant will determine relevant issues specific to
the Project and governing standards to be applied. Progress meetings will be
held bi-weekly (on average), with City staff, and monthly with the agencies
Stakeholders Group (aka the Focus Group). Consultant shall prepare agendas
and meeting minutes with an action item matrix and distribute to the City and
other attendees, as required.
1. Attend a pre-design (kick-off) meeting with City representatives and other
agencies as required to review the Project.
2. Maintain continuous communication with the City Project Manager, including
meetings to review project status at desired milestones.
3. Provide agendas of special items for discussion, and minutes listing actions.
4. Provide a detailed project schedule with updates on a bi-weekly basis.
5. Maintain continuous awareness of the status of each task as it proceeds and
make provisions to expedite and resolve any difficulties that may impede
progress.
6. Proactively initiate communications efforts between the technical team and
City to address key issues in a timely manner.
7. Coordinate the Project, including approvals with the City.
8. Prepare and deliver up to 2 presentations to the Traffic Saftety Committee.
9. Prepare and deliver up to 2 presentations to the City Council.
Deliverables:
a. Meeting Schedules.
b. Meeting Agendas and Minutes.
c. Detailed Project Schedules
d. Presentations and other materials for City Council presentations
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TASK 2: CONDUCT A COMPREHENSIVE TRAFFIC STUDY TO INCLUDE BUT
NOT BE LIMITED TO THE FOLLOWING COMPONENTS:
a) Introduction (background, purpose, need, deficiencies, project
sponsors/stakeholders, etc.)
b) Study area and limits (mainline segments, intersections)
c) Existing conditions (roadway/corridor descriptions, traffic volumes, traffic
operational performance, collision patterns, etc.)
d) Review and inventory of current institutional arrangements such as
operational, maintenance and cost sharing agreements which may require
updates regardless of future operational plans
e) Document any existing ADT data or need for additional counts to be
conducted to support the study. Document methodology for data collection
and travel demand projection. (Recent peak hour turning movement counts at
most effected intersections and travel time studies along the Corridor will be
provided by the City).
f) Perform literature review of prior studies conducted by the City, Caltrans and
others.
g) Document evaluation methodology, type of software, traffic modeling/analysis
tool, study scenarios (existing, opening year, design year), performance
metrics, etc.
h) Some of the key developments to be factored in the evaluation include but
are not limited to the Ponte Vista Development, the City of RPV Mixed-use
Development Plan and Housing Element, the Caltrans Bike Lane Project,
etc.)
i) Perform Collision Analysis using the most recent 5-year data from SWITRS
j) Perform VMT Analysis as needed and as applicable to the project scope. The
Analysis shall be in accordance with CEQA guidelines and requirements such
as Caltrans Transportation Analysis Framework, and Transportation Analysis
For CEQA.
k) Conduct Traffic Operational Analysis (intersections, chokepoints &
bottlenecks, root causality analysis, etc.). The analysis will include all
possibilities for improving traffic flow. With respect to adaptive functionality
and its overall effect on the Corridor’s operational efficiency, investigate the
following scenarios:
i. Scenario (1) existing conditions: 6 signalized intersections (1 st St to
25th St.) run under LADOT ATCS and 14 signalized intersections
(Summerland to 262nd St.) run under Time Of Day (TOD)
operations by Caltrans.
ii. Scenario (2): LADOT will continue the ATCS functionality of the 6
intersections and Caltrans would deploy its TSMSS adaptive
system on the remaining 14 signalized intersections.
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iii. Scenario (3): LADOT would expand its ATCS functionality to
include the additional 14 signalized intersections currently run
under TOD by Caltrans.
iv. Other strategies outside adaptive functionality framework that may
improve traffic flow.
l) Assess need for Transit Signal Priority
m) Document improvements needed tied to pedestrian and bicyclist
detection/timing/accessibility issues.
n) Conclusion and recommended countermeasures to become part of the
Project Scope Document.
o) Typical Performance Metrics:
The typical performance metrics to be used as means to evaluate the
performance of the Corridor include but are not limited to:
a) Mainline:
i. VMT
ii. VHT
iii. VHD
iv. Speed
v. Flow
vi. Travel Time
vii. Density
viii. Collision Rates
b) Intersection:
i. Delay
ii. LOS
iii. Queue length
TASK 3: ASSESSMENT OF THE EXISTING ITS INFRASTRUCTURE
CAPABILITIES AND DEVELOPMENT OF AN INVENTORY OF ITS
INFRASTRUCTURE NEEDS TO BECOME PART OF THE PROJECT SCOPE
DOCUMENT.
a) Investigate type, condition, and life expectancy of each of the existing ITS
components via field visits and review of available literature and inventories
(Caltrans and LADOT) to develop an Inventory of Existing Infrastructure to
include but not be limited to:
i. Signal Hardware
ii. Signal Software
iii. Controllers (HW/SW & FW)
iv. Ped Push Buttons
v. Signal Heads
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vi. Communication Infrastructure
vii. Detection Infrastructure
viii. CCTV
ix. CMS
x. Central Traffic Signal Control System
b) Conduct the necessary analysis to determine ITS Inventory of Needs in
alignment with the recommended improvements from the Proposed Traffic
Study
TASK 4: DEVELOP THE CONCEPT OF OPERATIONS (CONOPS) WHICH WILL
ESTABLISH GOALS AND OBJECTIVES OF THE PROJECT ASSOCIATED
WITH THE MOST FEASIBLE DEPLOYMENT STRATEGY.
a) Utilizing the outcome of the analysis performed under Task 2, Part k, and
subject to the multiagency collaboration, develop the necessary ConOps that
will establish Goals and Objectives of each of the responsible agencies to
deploy and/or assume operational and maintenance responsibilities of the
system. This document should also include the Maintenance and Operations
Plan for all the proposed improvements. The ConOps will be in compliance
with the LA County Regional ITS Architecture and appropriate Systems
Engineering Process.
b) Identify the need for interagency agreements to enable the selected
deployment strategy, and related operations and maintenance
responsibilities.
TASK 5: DEVELOP THE PROJECT SCOPE DOCUMENT TO CONTAIN THE
FOLLOWING:
Prepare the Project Scope Document that will provide the Detailed Scope of Work
for the Design Consultant that will prepare the plans for all of the recommended
improvements or countermeasures from the Proposed Traffic Study prioritized based
on the performance metrics and cost, which will include but not be limited to the
following:
a) All Recommended ITS improvements from the ITS Inventory of Needs, in support
of the Concept of Operations and prioritized based on performance metrics and
cost.
b) Functional requirements for the procurement of an ADAPTIVE Trafflc Signal
System, as may be identified in previous tasks.
c) Communication Systems such as fiber optic, radio, or wireless systems to
support the desired ITS operations.
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d) Development of Signal Synchronization Plans for a minimum of three periods,
i.e., morning, mid-day and afternoon peak hours as identified in the initial
comprehensive study.
e) Intersection enhancements such as new controllers, communication modules,
battery back up systems, detection systems, transit priority related equipment
etc.
IV. PRELIMINARY PROJECT SCHEDULE
A. RFP Schedule
The following is the anticipated schedule for the RFP process:
Request for Proposal available January 13, 2023
Request for Clarification due January 27, 2023
Proposals due February 10, 2023
Firm Interviews (if necessary) February 2023
Anticipated Notice of Award March 2023
B. Anticipated Project Schedule (Completed by)
Comprehensive Traffic Study October 2023
ITS Inventory of Needs October 2023
Project Scope Document November 2023
INSTRUCTIONS TO CONSULTANT
The above schedule is described as preliminary because the City is likely to further refine
the scope, tasks, and sub-tasks with the selected proposer; which may result in
modifications to the schedule. The final proposal will reflect any such modifications
agreed to by the City, and the Professional Services Agreement will reflect the agreed-
upon schedule.
The schedule is included to provide the Consultant with a sense of the expected timeline
for the Scope of Service and emphasize the urgent nature of the work and the City’s
expectation that the Scope of Services will be completed as quickly as possible. The ideal
Consultant candidate will have available resources and personnel, either in-house or
under subcontract, to ensure the completion of the Scope of Services at the earliest
possible time.
V. NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS AND SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
1. Only one proposal per firm will be considered.
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2. The submittal should be as brief as possible (No more than 20 pages excluding
the cover page, dividers and the table of content) while adequately describing the
qualifications of the firm. All company brochures and detailed resumes shall be
provided in the appendix. Cameos of projet team members may be included in the
body of the proposal. The final submittal shall be sent as a PDF via email to Ali
Zaghari Project Manager at ali.zaghari@transtech.org.
3. The proposing firm shall submit the following information with the package,
including the same information for subcontractors, in the following format:
a) Cover Letter: Provide the name, address, and phone number of the firm; the
present staff (size, classification, credentials); the primary contact’s name,
phone number, and email address; any qualifying statements or comments
regarding the proposal; and identification of any sub-consultants and their
responsibilities. Identify the firm’s type of organization (individual, partnership,
corporation), including names and contact information for all officers, and proof
that the organization is currently in good standing. The signed letter should also
include a paragraph stating that the firm is unaware of any conflict of interest in
performing the proposed work. (No more than one page)
b) Approach to Scope of Services: Re-state the Scope of Services with any
additions, expansions, clarifications, or modifications that the firm proposes in
order to provide the services and produce the deliverables contained in this
RFP. Describe how completing the Scope of Services will be approached and
any cost-saving or value-adding strategies or innovations the firm will bring to
the project. (No more than two pages)
c) Organization and Staffing: Identify the person who will be the Project Manager
and primary contact person responsible for the overall delivery of the project.
Provide an organizational chart of the project team that clearly delineates
communication and reporting relationships among the project staff and among
the sub-consultants involved in the project. Identify key personnel to perform
work in the various tasks and include major areas of subcontracted work.
Indicate the expected contributions of each staff member in time as a
percentage of the total effort. Specifically show the availability of staff to provide
the necessary resource levels to meet the City’s needs. Indicate that the Project
Manager and key staff will remain assigned to this project through completion
of the Scope of Services. (No more than two pages)
d) Staff Qualifications and Experience: Describe qualifications of the assigned
staff and sub-contractors including relevant technical experience. Staff
assigned to complete the Scope of Services must have previous experience in
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providing the necessary services as described under the Scope of Services. A
registered Professional Engineer must be the Project Manager.
Description of Consultant’s experience should include:
Prior Experience: Demonstrate that the firm has significant experience
providing services similar to those described under the Scope of Services.
(No more than two page)
Staff Qualifications: Provide resumes for the Project Manager and any other
key staff members to be assigned to contribute to the Scope of Services,
with an emphasis on similar services which they provided to other agencies.
(No more than ten pages)
Reference Projects: Include at least three projects with similar scope of
services performed by the project team within the past three years and
indicate the specific responsibilities of each team member on the reference
project. Provide contact information for each client. (No more than ten
pages)
e) Project Schedule: Provide a detailed critical-path-method schedule for
completion of the tasks and sub-tasks required to accomplish the scope of
work. Note all deliverables and interim milestones on the schedule. (No more
than one 11” x 17” page)
f) Quality Control Plan: Describe the quality control procedures and associated
staff responsibilities which will ensure that the deliverables will meet the City’s
needs. (No more than one page)
g) Acceptance of Conditions: State the offering firm’s acceptance of all conditions
listed in the Request for Proposal (RFP) document and Sample Professional
Services Agreement (Attachment D). Any exceptions or suggested changes to
the RFP or Professional Services Agreement (PSA), including the suggested
change, the reasons therefore and the impact it may have on cost or other
considerations on the firm’s behalf must be stated in the proposal. Unless
specifically noted by the firm, the City will rely on the proposal being in
compliance with all aspects of the RFP and in agreement with all provisions of
the PSA. (Not counted towards the page total)
VI. Submission of Proposal
A. Requests for Clarification
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Requests for clarification of the information contained herein shall be submitted in
writing prior to 4:30 pm on January 27, 2023 Responses to any clarification
question will be provided to each firm from which proposals have been requested.
It is highly recommended that the prospective consultant firms visit the City to view
the project location prior to submitting a request for clarification.
B. Proposal Submittal: To be considered for this project, submit an electronic copy of
the proposal to ali.zaghari@transtech.org by 4:30PM, on February 10, 2023 A
detailed fee proposal shall be mailed in a separate sealed envelope addressed to:
Ramzi Awad, Public Works Director
City of Rancho Palos Verde
30940 Hawthorne Blvd, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA 90275
PROPOSAL FEE FOR WESTERN TRAFFIC FLOW IMPROVEMENTS
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C. Confirmation Email
Upon submission of proposal to the City, the proposing firm shall request an email
confirmation that the proposal was received and retain the email as a record. If an
email confirmation is not received, the proposing firm shall correspond with the
City until a confirmation is received.
VII. EVALUATIONS AND SELECTION PROCESS
1. Proposals Will be Evaluated Based on the Following Criteria:
a) Approach to Scope of Services (25%)
Understanding of the Scope of Services as demonstrated by the
thoroughness of the proposal, introduction of cost-saving or value-adding
strategies or innovations (including those applying to overall project
schedule), and an overall approach most likely to result in the desired
outcome for the City.
b) Proposal Schedule (20%)
Ability to complete the work in the shortest schedule possible (excluding
time for review and community meetings).
c) Staff Qualifications and Experience (30%)
Relevance of experience of the proposing firm (to provide support resources
to the project team)
Relevance of experience and strength of qualifications of the Project
Manager
Relevance of experience and strength of qualifications of the key personnel
performing the work
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Relevance of referenced projects and client review of performance during
those projects
d) Organization and Staffing (15%)
Availability of key staff to perform the services throughout the duration of
the project
Assignment of appropriate staff in the right numbers to perform the Scope
of Services
Appropriate communication and reporting relationships to meet the City’s
needs
e) Quality Control (10%)
Adequate immediate supervision and review of staff performing the work as
well as appropriate independent peer review of the work by qualified
technical staff not otherwise involved in the project.
2. Selection Process
An evaluation panel will review all proposals submitted and select the top
proposals. These top firms may then be invited to make a (virtual) presentation to
the evaluation panel, at no costs to the City. The panel will select the proposal, if
any, which best fulfills the City’s requirements. The City will then further refine the
scope and schedule with that firm and discuss the fee proposal for the tasks
identified. The City will negotiate the fee with that firm. The City reserves the right
to negotiate special requirements and proposed service levels using the selected
proposal as a basis. If the City is unable to negotiate an agreeable fee for services
with top firm, the City will negotiate with the next firm chosen among the top firms.
3. Award Notification
The City will notify all proposers in writing of the outcome of the selection process
and intent to award. This RFP does not commit the City to award an agreement,
nor pay any costs incurred in the preparation and submission of the proposal in
anticipation of an agreement. The City reserves the right to reject any or all
proposals, or any part thereof, to waive any formalities or informalities, and to
award the agreement to the proposer deemed to be in the best interest of the City
and the Department.
4. Award of Agreement
The selected firm shall be required to enter into a written agreement (see sample
City agreement in Attachment 1) with the City, in a form approved by the City
Attorney, to perform the Scope of Services. This RFP and the proposal, or any part
thereof, may be incorporated into and made a part of the final agreement; however,
the City reserves the right to further negotiate the terms and conditions of the
agreement with the selected consultant. The agreement will, in any event, include
a maximum "fixed cost" to the City.
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CITY FUNDS SUMMARYGENERAL FUND SUMMARYAPPENDIX BUDGET PROGRAMSBUDGET OVERVIEWCity of Rancho Palos Verdes | Adopted Budget | Capital Improvement Program (Fiscal Years 2022-2023 through 2026-27) 373
Capital Improvement Program (Fiscal Years 2022-2023 through 2026-27)
8800 Series Right-of-Way Improvements Project Code: 8809 Western Avenue Traffic Flow Improvements
This project is intended to improve traffic congestion on Western Avenue
from Palos Verdes Drive North to 25th Street and consists of:
- Traffic signal equipment updates and synchronizing the traffic signals
- Potential alterations to the existing intersection geometrics
- Access improvements and parking management
- Potential addition of right turn and left turn lanes
Project Cost Estimates
Expenses/Commitments to date FY22/23 FY23/24 FY24/25 FY25/26 FY26/27 Totals
Planning $0 $235,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $235,000
Engineering $245,000 $0 $235,000 $60,000 $0 $0 $540,000
Environmental $0 $0 $120,000 $0 $0 $0 $120,000
Management $0 $150,000 $150,000 $235,000 $0 $0 $535,000
Construction $105,000 $0 $0 $2,345,000 $0 $0 $2,450,000
Contingency $0 $0 $0 $235,000 $0 $0 $235,000
Inspection $0 $0 $0 $235,000 $0 $0 $235,000
$350,000 $385,000 $505,000 $3,110,000 $0 $0 $4,350,000
Funding
215 (Prop. C) $200,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $200,000
220 (Meas. R) $150,000 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $150,000
221 (Meas. M Grant) $0 $385,000 $505,000 $3,110,000 $0 $0 $4,000,000
$350,000 $385,000 $505,000 $3,100,000 $0 $0 $4,350,000
Estimated annual operating cost None Estimated Schedule:
Planning in FY 2022-23.
Construction of a Right Turn Lane in FY2022-23.
Remaining scheduled is contingent on Caltrans approval
Project Location Map Background and Justification:
Traffic congestion and delays is an ongoing concern for area residents and
businesses, and has been for several years.
Although CalTrans owns this state highway and must approve any
improvements, the City is taking a lead role on this project.
Western Ave. traffic congestion improvements will work toward improving
traffic flow along Western Avenue.
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