Park Kiosk Cleaning, Repainting and Relettering

SCOPE OF SERVICE
General
A. Contractor shall provide all materials, labor, permits, and equipment required for the completion
of the project or repair.
B. The contract will be written for as needed Lebanon Hills Park kiosk cleaning, repainting, and re-
lettering services. Work will be performed on-site at existing kiosks.
C. The County does reserve the right to reject any quotes that are not in the County's best interest.
D. This Contract will run from approximately October 28, 2026 - May 28, 2027.
E. Invoices will be submitted per completed job to facilitiesinvoices@co.dakota.mn.us
F. Submit all 4 pages of the Quotation Sheet
Specifications
A. The contractor is to provide labor and material for services described as on-site cleaning,
repainting, and appropriate sized vinyl re-lettering of eight kiosks in and around Lebanon Hills
Regional Park according to Dakota County standards.
B. See Attachment D for visual details (pages 23 and 24).
C. The panels and legs shall be painted on both sides. Paint shall be a high quality, long lasting,
outdoor aluminum paint, like Matthews Paint (please include in your quote the intended paint you
plan to use). Color used for this project is Matthews Paint MP8137 Nutella or an approved
substitute.
Disruption of Work
Work which is noisy or creates unusual odors or dust will be completed after hours, on weekends, or
during business hours with prior approval from the site supervisor.
Kiosk Main Panel Dimensions and Locations
Visitor's Center, 860 Cliff Road, Eagan, MN 55123.
1. Roundabout west parking lot main panel dimensions: 8'6" wide by 60" high, one sided.
2. Overflow east parking lot main panel dimensions: 59" wide by 86" high one sided.
Equestrian Lot, 800 120th Street W, Eagan, MN 55123. Main panel dimensions: 54" wide by 60" high,
one sided.
Jensen Lake Trailhead, 1350 Carriage Hills Drive, Eagan, MN 55123.
1. Picnic area main panel dimensions: 54" wide by 60" high, one sided.
2. Shelter main panel dimensions: 9' wide by 87" high, one sided
3. West parking lot main panel dimensions: 59" wide by 86" high, one sided.
Retreat Center, 5121 McAndrews Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124. Main panel dimensions: 59" wide by
85" high, two sided.
West Trailhead, 4801 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124. Main panel dimensions: 54"
wide by 60" high, wall mounted.
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Attachment A
STANDARD ASSURANCES
1. NON-DISCRIMINATION. During the performance of this Contract, the Contractor shall not
unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because the person is a
member of a protected class under, and as defined by, federal law or Minnesota state law including, but
not limited to, race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin,
disability, sexual orientation, age, familial status, marital status, veteran's status, or public assistance
status. The Contractor will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed and that
employees are treated during employment without unlawful discrimination.. Such action shall include, but
not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion, or transfer; recruitment or recruitment
advertising; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; and selection for training,
including apprenticeship. The Contractor agrees to post in conspicuous places, available to employees
and applicants for employment, notices which set forth the provisions of this nondiscrimination clause.
The Contractor will, in all solicitations or advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of
Contractor, state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to
race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran's
status, or public assistance status.
No funds received under this Contract shall be used to provide religious or sectarian training or services.
The Contractor shall comply with any applicable federal or state law regarding non-discrimination. The
following list includes, but is not meant to limit, laws which may be applicable:
A. The Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972, as amended, 42 U.S.C. 2000e et seq. which
prohibits discrimination in employment because of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
B. Equal Employment Opportunity-Executive Order No.11246, 30 FR 12319, signed September 24,
1965, as amended, which is incorporated herein by reference, and prohibits discrimination by U.S.
Government contractors and subcontractors because of race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.
C. The Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, 29 U.S.C. 701 et seq. and 45 C.F.R. 84.3 (J) and
(K) implementing Sec. 504 of the Act which prohibits discrimination against qualified handicapped persons
in the access to or participation in federally-funded services or employment.
D. The Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, 29 U.S.C. 621 et seq. as amended, and
Minn. Stat. 181.81, which generally prohibit discrimination because of age.
E. The Equal Pay Act of 1963, as amended, 29 U.S.C. 206(d), which provides that an employer
may not discriminate on the basis of sex by paying employees of different sexes differently for the same
work.
F. Minn. Stat. Ch. 363A, as amended, which generally prohibits discrimination because of race,
color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability,
sexual orientation, or age.
G. Minn. Stat. 181.59 which prohibits discrimination against any person by reason of race, creed,
or color in any state or political subdivision contract for materials, supplies, or construction. Violation of
this section is a misdemeanor and any second or subsequent violation of these terms may be cause for
forfeiture of all sums due under the Contract.
H. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, 42 U.S.C. 12101 through 12213, 47 U.S.C. 225,
611, with regulations at 29 C.F.R. 1630, which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on
the basis of a disability in term, condition, or privilege of employment.
I. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 42 U.S.C. 2000d, et seq. and including 45 CFR Part 80,
prohibits recipients, including their contractors and subcontractors, of federal financial assistance from
discriminating on the basis of race, color or national origin which includes not discriminating against those
persons with limited English proficiency.
J. The Pregnancy Discrimination Act of 1978, which amended Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of
1964, 42 U.S.C. 2000e et seq which prohibits discrimination on the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or
related medical conditions.
K. Equal Protection of the Laws for Faith-based and Community Organizations-Executive Order No.
13279, signed December 12, 2002 and as amended May 3, 2018. Prohibits discrimination against grant
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seeking organizations on the basis of religion in the administration or distribution of federal financial
assistance under social service programs, including grants and loans.
L. Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, as amended, 38 U.S.C. 4212, with
regulations at 41 C.F.R. Part 60-250, which prohibits discrimination in employment against protected
veterans.
2. DATA PRIVACY. For purposes of this Contract, all data created, collected, received, stored,
used, maintained, or disseminated by Contractor in the performance of this Contract are subject to the
requirements of the Minnesota Government Data Practices Act, Minn. Stat. Ch. 13, ("MGDPA") and the
Minnesota Rules implementing the MGDPA. Contractor must comply with the MGDPA as if it were a
governmental entity. The remedies in Minn. Stat. 13.08 apply to the Contractor. Contractor does not
have a duty to provide access to public data to a data requestor if the public data are available from the
County, except as required by the terms of this Contract. If Contractor is a subrecipient of federal grant
funds under this Contract, it will comply with the federal requirements for the safeguarding of protected
personally identifiable information ("Protected PII") as required in the Uniform Administrative
Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards, 2 CFR Part 200, and the
County Protected PII procedures, which are available upon request. Additionally, Contractor must comply
with any other applicable laws on data privacy. All subcontracts shall contain the same or similar data
practices compliance requirements.
3. RECORDS DISCLOSURE/RETENTION. Contractor's bonds, records, documents, papers,
accounting procedures and practices, and other evidences relevant to this Contract are subject to the
examination, duplication, transcription, and audit by the County and either the Legislative or State Auditor,
pursuant to Minn. Stat. 16C.05, subd. 5. Such evidences are also subject to review by the Comptroller
General of the United States, or a duly authorized representative, if federal funds are used for any work
under this Contract. The Contractor agrees to maintain such evidences for a period of six (6) years from
the date services or payment were last provided or made or longer if any audit in progress requires a
longer retention period.
4. WORKER HEALTH, SAFETY AND TRAINING. Contractor shall be solely responsible for the
health and safety of its employees in connection with the work performed under this Contract. Contractor
shall make arrangements to ensure the health and safety of all subcontractors and other persons who
may perform work in connection with this Contract. Contractor shall ensure all personnel of Contractor
and subcontractors are properly trained and supervised and, when applicable, duly licensed or certified
appropriate to the tasks engaged in under this Contract. Each Contractor shall comply with federal, state,
and local occupational safety and health standards, regulations, and rules promulgated pursuant to the
Occupational Health and Safety Act which are applicable to the work to be performed by Contractor.
5. PROHIBITED TELECOMMUNICATIONS EQUIPMENT/SERVICES. If Contractor is a
subrecipient of federal grant funds under this Contract, Contractor certifies that, consistent with Section
889 of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2019, Pub. L. 115-232
(Aug. 13, 2018) (the "Act"), and 2 CFR 200.216, Contractor will not use funding covered by this Contract
to procure or obtain, or to extend, renew, or enter into any contract to procure or obtain, any equipment,
system, or service that uses "covered telecommunications equipment or services" (as that term is defined
in Section 889 of the Act) as a substantial or essential component of any system or as critical technology
as part of any system. Contractor will include this certification as a flow down clause in any agreement
related to this Contract.
6. CONTRACTOR GOOD STANDING. If Contractor is not an individual, Contractor must be
registered to do business in Minnesota with the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State and shall
maintain an active/in good standing status with the Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State, and shall
notify County of any changes in status within five calendar days of such change. Business entities formed
under the laws of a jurisdiction other than Minnesota must maintain a certificate of authority (foreign
corporations, limited liability companies, limited partnerships, and limited liability limited partnerships), or
a statement of foreign qualification (foreign limited liability partnerships), or a statement of partnership
authority (general partnerships). See Minn. Stat. 303.03 (corporations); 322C.0802 (limited liability
companies); 321.0902 and 321.0907 (foreign limited partnership); 321.0102(7) (foreign limited liability
limited partnerships); 323A.1102(a) (foreign limited liability partnership); 321.0902 and 321.0907 (foreign
general partnerships).
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7. CONTRACTOR DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, AND RESPONSIBILITY CERTIFICATION.
Federal Regulation 45 CFR 92.35 prohibits the State/Agency from purchasing goods or services with
federal money from vendors who have been suspended or debarred by the federal government. Similarly,
Minn. Stat. 16C.03, subd. 2 provides the Commissioner of Administration with the authority to debar and
suspend vendors who seek to contract with the State/Agency. Vendors may be suspended or debarred
when it is determined, through a duly authorized hearing process, that they have abused the public trust
in a serious manner.
By signing this Contract, the Contractor certifies that it and its principals* and employees:
A. Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or
voluntarily excluded from transacting business by or with any federal, state, or local governmental
department or agency; and
B. Have not within a three (3) year period preceding this Contract: 1) been convicted of or had a
civil judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with
obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public (federal, state, or local) transaction or contract; 2)
violated any federal or state antitrust statutes; or 3) committed embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery,
falsification or destruction of records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property; and
C. Are not presently indicted or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity for:
1) commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or
performing a public (federal, state, or local) transaction; 2) violating any federal or state antitrust statutes;
or 3) committing embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making false
statements, or receiving stolen property; and
D. Are not aware of any information and possess no knowledge that any subcontractor(s) that will
perform work pursuant to this Contract are in violation of any of the certifications set forth above; and
E. Shall immediately give written notice to the Authorized Representative should Contractor come
under investigation for allegations of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, or performing
a public (federal, state, or local government) transaction; violating any federal or state antitrust statutes;
or committing embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making false
statements, or receiving stolen property.
*"Principals" for the purposes of this certification means officers; directors; owners; partners; and persons
having primary management or supervisory responsibilities within a business entity (e.g. general
manager; plant manager; head of a subsidiary, division, or business segment and similar positions).
8. PREVAILING WAGES. Contractor shall pay wages to its employees at a rate not less than
those established by the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry for commercial construction projects.
In accordance with Minn. Stat. 471.345, subd. 7 and Dakota County Board Resolution No. 95-55.
9. BOND FOR G/HVACR CONTRACTORS. In accordance with Minn. Stat. 326B.197, if
Contractor will be performing any work having to do with gas, heating, ventilation, cooling, air conditioning,
fuel burning or refrigeration, the Contractor must give bond to the State of Minnesota for the benefit of
persons suffering financial loss by reason of Contractor's failure to comply with the requirements of the
State Mechanical Code.
Directions for Online Access to Excluded Providers
To ensure compliance with this regulation, identification of excluded entities and individuals can be found
on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) website at https://oig.hhs.gov/exclusions/exclusions_list.asp
Attycv/Exh SA (Rev. 1-23)
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ATTACHMENT B
INSURANCE TERMS
Contractor agrees to provide and maintain at all times during the term of this Contract such
insurance coverages as are indicated herein and to otherwise comply with the provisions that follow.
Such policy(ies) of insurance shall apply to the extent of, but not as a limitation upon or in satisfaction
of, the Contract indemnity provisions. The provisions of this section shall also apply to all
Subcontractors, Sub-subcontractors, and Independent Contractors engaged by Contractor with respect
to this Contract, and Contractor shall be entirely responsible for securing the compliance of all such
persons or parties with these provisions.
APPLICABLE SECTIONS ARE CHECKED
1. Workers Compensation.

Workers' Compensation insurance in compliance with all applicable statutes including an
All States or Universal Endorsement where applicable. Such policy shall include Employer's
Liability coverage in an amount no less than $500,000. If Contractor is not required by Statute to
carry Workers' Compensation Insurance, Contractor agrees: (1) to provide County with evidence
documenting the specific provision under Minn. Stat. 176.041 which excludes Contractor from
the requirement of obtaining Workers' Compensation Insurance; (2) to provide prior notice to
County of any change in Contractor's exemption status under Minn. Stat. 176.041; and (3) to
defend, hold harmless and indemnify County from and against any and all claims and losses
brought by Contractor or any subcontractor or other person claiming through Contractor for
Workers' Compensation or Employers' Liability benefits for damages arising out of any injury or
illness resulting from performance of work under this Contract. If any such change requires
Contractor to obtain Workers' Compensation Insurance, Contractor agrees to promptly provide
County with evidence of such insurance coverage.
2. General Liability.

"Commercial General Liability Insurance" coverage, providing coverage on an
"occurrence" basis. Policy shall include, but not be limited to, coverage for Bodily Injury,
Property Damage, Personal Injury, Contractual Liability (applying to this Contract), Independent
Contractors, "XC&U" and Products-Completed Operations liability (if applicable). An Insurance
Services Office "Comprehensive General Liability" policy which includes a Broad Form
Endorsement GL 0404 (Insurance Services Office designation) shall be considered to be an
acceptable equivalent policy form. Claims-made coverage is acceptable.
A total combined general liability policy limit of at least $2,000,000 per occurrence and
aggregate, applying to liability for Bodily Injury, Personal Injury, and Property Damage, which
total limit may be satisfied by the limit afforded under its Commercial General Liability policy, or
equivalent policy, or by such policy in combination with the limits afforded by an Umbrella or
Excess Liability policy (or policies); provided, that the coverage afforded under any such Umbrella
or Excess Liability policy is at least as broad as that afforded by the underlying Commercial
General Liability policy (or equivalent underlying policy). Coverage under such policy may be
subject to a deductible, not to exceed $25,000 per occurrence. Contractor agrees to maintain
such insurance for at least one (1) year from Contract termination.
Such policy(ies) shall name Dakota County, its officers, employees, and agents as Additional

Insureds thereunder.
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3. Professional Liability

Professional Liability (errors and omissions) insurance with respect to its professional
activities to be performed under this Contract. This amount of insurance shall be at least
$2,000,000 per occurrence and aggregate. Coverage under such policy may be subject to a
deductible, not to exceed $25,000 per occurrence. Contractor agrees to maintain such insurance
for at least one (1) year from Contract termination.
Contractor therefore agrees that it will not seek or voluntarily accept any such change in
its Professional Liability insurance coverage if such impairment of Dakota County's protection
could result; and further, that it will exercise its rights under any "Extended Reporting Period" ("tail
coverage").
4. Automobile Liability.

Business Automobile Liability insurance covering liability for Bodily Injury and Property
Damage arising out of the ownership, use, maintenance, or operation of all owned, non-owned
and hired automobiles and other motor vehicles utilized by Contractor in connection with its
performance under this Contract. Such policy shall provide total liability limits for combined Bodily
Injury and/or Property Damage in the amount of at least $2,000,000 per accident.
Such policy shall include Dakota County, its officers, employees, and agents as Additional

Insureds thereunder.
5. Network Security and Privacy Liability.

Network security and privacy liability insurance, including first-party costs, for any breach
that compromises data obtained while providing services under this Agreement. This insurance
should cover claims which may arise from failure of Contractor's security resulting in, but not limited
to, computer attacks, unauthorized access, disclosure of not public data including but not limited
to confidential or private information, transmission of a computer virus or denial of service. The
required limit shall not be less than $2,000,000 per occurrence with a $4,000,000 aggregate limit.
Claims-made coverage is acceptable. Such insurance shall name Dakota County, its officials,
employees, volunteers, and agents as additional insureds. The policy shall provide an extended
reporting period of not less than thirty-six (36) months from the expiration date of the policy if the
policy if not renewed.
6. Evidence of Insurance.

Contractor shall promptly provide Dakota County with a Certificate of Insurance prior to
commencement of any work. At least 10 days prior to termination of any such coverage,
Contractor shall provide Dakota County with evidence that such coverage will be renewed or
replaced upon termination with insurance that complies with these provisions.
7. Insurer: Policies.

All policies of insurance shall be issued by financially responsible insurers licensed to do
business in the State of Minnesota by a n insurer with a current A.M. Best Company rating of at
least A:VII.
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8. Release and Waiver.

Contractor agrees to rely entirely upon its own property insurance for recovery with respect
to any damage, loss or injury to the property interests of Contractor. Contractor hereby releases
Dakota County, its officers, employees, agents, and others acting on their behalf, from all claims,
and all liability or responsibility to Contractor, and to anyone claiming through or under Contractor,
by way of subrogation or otherwise, for any loss of or damage to Contractor's business or property
caused by fire or other peril or event, even if such fire or other peril or event was caused in whole
or in part by the negligence or other act or omission of Dakota County or other party who is to be
released by the terms here of, or by anyone for whom such party may be responsible.
Contractor agrees to effect such revision of any property insurance policy as may be
necessary in order to permit the release and waiver of subrogation agreed to herein. Contractor
shall, upon the request of Dakota County, promptly provide a Certificate of Insurance, or other
form of evidence as may be reasonably requested by Dakota County, evidencing that the full
waiver of subrogation privilege contemplated by this provision is present; and/or, if so requested
by Dakota County, Contractor shall provide a full and complete copy of the pertinent property
insurance policy(ies).
Revised: 11/23
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ATTACHMENT C
Dakota County Contract #DCA
SAMPLE
CONTRACT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF DAKOTA
AND [CONTRACTOR]
FOR [SERVICE]
This Contract (Contract) is made and entered into between the County of Dakota, a political subdivision
of the State of Minnesota, by and through its Department (County) and , , , MN
(Contractor). Contractor and County are collectively referred to herein as the "parties" and
individually as "party."
WHEREAS, the County requires equipment and services, labor, and materials for [concise description of
services], as identified in the County's Request for Choose an item. (Choose an item.) dated [date of
RFP/RFQ], attached and incorporated as Exhibit 1.
WHEREAS, Contractor represents and covenants it can and will perform and supply the necessary
equipment and services, labor and materials according to the terms and conditions stated in this Contract
and as expressed in the Contractor's Choose an item., dated , ("Contractor's [quote/bid/response]")
attached and incorporated as Exhibit 2.
NOW, THEREFORE, the parties agree as follows:
1. TERM
This Contract is effective and enforceable [on of the date the last party executes this Contract or
a specific/future date] ("Effective Date") and expires on [expiration date] or the date on which all
Services have been satisfactorily performed and final payment is made, whichever occurs first,
unless earlier terminated by law or according to the provisions of this Contract.
2. CONTRACTOR'S OBLIGATIONS
2.1. General Description. Contractor shall provide the equipment and services, labor, and materials
generally described in the Choose an item. and Contractor's [quote/bid/response] (collectively,
"Services").
2.2. Conformance to Specifications. The Services shall be in accordance with the criteria and
specifications set out in Exhibits 1 and 2. Contractor represents and covenants it can and will
perform the Services in a timely manner according to this Contract.
2.3. Substantial Completion. Contractor agrees to substantially complete the work, labor, or services
under this Contract on or before [insert date].
2.4. Standard of Care. In the performance of the Services, Contractor shall use the care and skill a
reasonable practitioner in Contractor's profession would use in the same or similar circumstances.
2.5. Ability to Perform. Contractor shall maintain staff, facilities, and equipment necessary to perform
under this Contract. Contractor shall promptly provide Notice to the County when it knows or
suspects it may be unable to perform under this Contract. The County shall determine whether
such inability requires amendment or termination of this Contract. No Notice of Default is required
to terminate under this section.
2.6. Changes in Policy or Staff. Contractor shall provide notice of any staffing changes that may affect
its performance under the Contract. The County may terminate this Contract by providing 10
calendar days' Notice if the Contractor makes or proposes significant changes in policies or
staffing.
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2.7. Successors and Assigns. In the event that the Contractor is subject to a voluntary or involuntary
dissolution, merger, sale, transfer, reorganization, acquisition, or winding down of the Contractor's
business, to continue Services under the Contract the Contractor must receive written consent
from the County permitting the Contractor to assign, bind, benefit, and/or ensure the Contractor's
successor, legal representatives, trustees assume all rights, duties, liabilities, obligations, and
provisions of the Contract.
3. PAYMENT
Total Cost. County will pay Contractor a total amount not to exceed [Maximum Amount] and
[cents]/100 Dollars ($[Dollar Amount]) ("Contract Maximum"). The Contract Maximum is not
subject to any express or implied condition precedent. The County is not required to pay for any
minimum amount of any Services.
3.1. Compensation. The County shall pay for Services in the fixed amounts set out in the Contractor's
[quote/bid/response]. [Use if contract will be available to others through the State of Minnesota
Cooperative Purchasing Venture] For purchases made in accordance with the pricing stated in the
State of Minnesota Cooperative Purchasing Venture, or similar cooperative purchasing ventures,
the pricing stated herein, based on the cooperative purchasing contract in effect on the date of
execution of this Agreement, shall control during the term of this Agreement notwithstanding the
expiration of, termination of or changes to the cooperating purchasing contract.
3.2. Time of Payment. The County shall pay Contractor within 35 calendar days after the date on which
the County receives the Contractor's invoice. If the invoice is incorrect, defective, or otherwise
improper, the County will notify Contractor within 10 calendar days after the date on which the
County receives the Contractor's invoice. The County will pay Contractor within 35 calendar days
after the date on which the County receives the corrected invoice.
[Standard G-paragraph: See Section G-11 in Exhibit 1]
[Parks G-paragraph: See Section G-8 in Exhibit 1]
3.3. Late Request for Payments. The County may refuse to pay invoices received or postmarked more
than 90 calendar days after the date the Contractor performed the invoiced Services.
3.4. Payment for Disputed or Unauthorized Claims or Services.
A. The County may refuse to pay any invoiced Services or claims that are not expressly
authorized by this Contract.
B. Payment of an invoice does not prevent the County from disputing the invoiced Services.
Payment of a claim or invoice is not a waiver, admission, release, ratification, satisfaction,
accord, or account stated by the County.
C. The County is not responsible for any interest, fee, or penalty if it withholds payment for failure
to comply with any provision of this Contract.
D. If the County requires an audit or inspection, the County does not have to pay any invoices
until the audit or inspection is complete. The County shall notify Contractor of any incorrect,
defective, or otherwise improper invoice within 10 calendar days after the date on which the
audit or inspection results are received by the County. The County will pay Contractor within
35 calendar days after the date on which the corrected invoice is received. For all other
invoices, the County shall pay Contractor within 35 calendar days after the date on which the
County receives the audit or inspection results.
E. The County may offset any overpayment or disallowance of any invoice by reducing future
payments.
3.5. Interest on Late Payments. This provision is required by Minn. Stat. 471.425. The County shall
pay interest of 1 12 percent per month or any part of a month to the Contractor on any undisputed
amount that is not paid on time. The minimum monthly interest penalty payment for an unpaid
balance of $100 or more is $10. For unpaid balances of less than $100, the County shall pay the
actual interest penalty due the Contractor.
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