Specifications include, but are not limited to: The contractor shall provide all labor, material, equipment and services required to complete work in accordance with all sections of this Invitation to Bid. Contractor shall be prepared to respond on-site for service within 12 hours of the request for service, respond to emergency requests (extreme conditions) within 6 hours, and will provide prompt over-the-phone guidance to CIHA staff regarding snow removal matters. The contractor shall be responsible for all damages to persons or property caused by either equipment or operator error. This includes, but is not limited to buildings, landscaping, trees, shrubs, or irrigation fixtures. CIHA reserves the right to repair any damages with other sources if the contractor fails to do so within a reasonable time of notice, and to repair and deduct the cost incurred from monies owed the contractor. Any additional work required by CIHA that is outside the scope of work for this contract shall be considered extra work and will be negotiated on a proposal basis. If the Contractor’s proposal for additional work is not agreeable to CIHA, CIHA shall be free to request additional quotes for the proposed work from other contractors. Time shall be of the essence and all service shall be delivered in accordance with the specifications and requirements as set out in this ITB. Failure to meet the specified delivery of services shall entitle CIHA, at its sole option, to cancel any portion or the entire contract without incurring any liability costs. Contractor shall have adequate resources of labor and equipment to comply with the scope of services.
