SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL RFP Project Title: Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP Reference No.: 1220-030-2011-040 Legal Name of Proponent: Contact Person and Title: Business Address: Telephone: Fax: E-Mail Address: TO: City Representative: Kam Grewal, CMA, BBA, Internal Audit Manager, Acting, Purchasing and Accounts Payable Manager Address: City of Surrey, City Operations Works Yard, Purchasing Section, 1st. Floor 6645 – 148th Street, Surrey, B.C. Canada V3S 3C7 Telephone: 604-590-7274 Fax: 604-599-0956 E-mail for PDF Files: purchasing@surrey.ca Dear Sir: 1.0 I/We, the undersigned duly authorized representative of the Proponent, having received and carefully reviewed all of the Proposal documents, including the RFP and any issued addenda posted on the BC Bid Website and the City Website, and having full knowledge of the Site, and having fully informed ourselves as to the intent, difficulties, facilities and local conditions attendant to performing the Services, submit this Proposal in response to the RFP. 2.0 I/We confirm that the following schedules are attached to and form a part of this Proposal: Schedule C-1 – Statement of Departures; Schedule C-2 – Proponent’s Experience, Reputation and Resources; Schedule C-3 – Proponent’s Technical Proposal (Goods & Services); Schedule C-4 – Proponent's Technical Proposal (Schedule); and Schedule C-5 – Proponent’s Financial Proposal. Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 1 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL 3.0 I/We confirm that this proposal is accurate and true to best of my/our knowledge. 4.0 I/We confirm that, if I/we am/are awarded the agreement I/we will at all times be the “prime contractor” as provided by the Worker's Compensation Act (British Columbia) with respect to the Services. I/we further confirm that if I/we become aware that another contractor at the place(s) of the Services has been designated as the “prime contractor”, I/we will notify the City immediately, and I/we will indemnify and hold the City harmless against any claims, demands, losses, damages, costs, liabilities or expenses suffered by the City in connection with any failure to so notify the City. This Proposal is submitted _________________________, 2011. this _____________________ day of I/We have the authority to bind the Proponent. _______________________________________ (Name of Proponent) ___________________________________ (Name of Proponent) _______________________________________ (Signature of Authorized Signatory) ___________________________________ (Signature of Authorized Signatory) _______________________________________ (Print Name and Position of Authorized Signatory) ___________________________________ (Print Name and Position of Authorized Signatory) Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 2 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL SCHEDULE C-1 - STATEMENT OF DEPARTURES 1. I/We have reviewed the proposed Contract attached to the RFP as Schedule “B”. If requested by the City, I/we would be prepared to enter into that Contract, amended by the following departures (list, if any): Section 2. Requested Departure(s) / Alternative(s) The City of Surrey requires that the successful Proponent have the following in place before commencing the Services: a) Workers’ Compensation Board coverage in good standing and further, if an “Owner Operator” is involved, personal operator protection (P.O.P.) will be provided, Workers' Compensation Registration Number _________________________________________; b) Prime Contractor qualified coordinator is Name: __________________ and Contact Number: ______________; Insurance coverage for the amounts required in the proposed Contract as a minimum, naming the City as additional insured and generally in compliance with the City’s sample insurance certificate form available on the City’s Website, see Contractors Certificate of Insurance; City of Surrey business license; If the Proponent's Goods and Services are subject to HST, the Proponent's HST Number is ____________________________________; and If the Proponent is a company, the company name indicated above is registered with the Registrar of Companies in the Province of British Columbia, Canada, Incorporation Number __________________________________. c) d) e) f) As of the date of this Proposal, we advise that we have the ability to meet all of the above requirements except as follows (list, if any): Section Requested Departure(s) / Alternative(s) Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 3 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL 3. I/We offer the following alternates to improve the Services described in the RFP (list, if any): Section 4. Requested Departure(s) / Alternative(s) The Proponent acknowledges that the departures it has requested in Sections 1, 2 and 3 of this Schedule C-1 will not form part of the Contract unless and until the City agrees to them in writing by initialling or otherwise specifically consenting in writing to be bound by any of them. Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 4 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL SCHEDULE C-2 - PROPONENT’S EXPERIENCE, REPUTATION AND RESOURCES Proponents should provide information on the following (use the spaces provided and/or attach additional pages, if necessary): (i) Company’s History, Strategic Direction, Location of branches, background, stability, structure of the Proponent; (ii) Ownership & related companies; (iii) Product portfolio; (iv) Product Development/Support organization; (v) Proponent’s relevant experience and qualifications in delivering Services similar to those required by the RFP; (vi) Proponent’s demonstrated ability to provide the Services; (vii) Proponent’s equipment servicing resources, capability and capacity, as relevant; (viii) Proponent’s references (name and telephone number). The City's preference is to have a minimum of three references; (ix) Provide resumes of the proposed Project Manager, Functional Contractors and Technical Contractors for the services; (x) Proponent’s financial strength (with evidence such as financial statements, bank references); (xi) Experience with City and Municipal Governance; (xii) Proponents should provide information on the background and experience of all key personnel proposed to undertake the Services (use the spaces provided and/or attach additional pages, if necessary): Key Personnel Name: Experience: Dates: Project Name: Responsibility: Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 5 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL Name: Experience: Dates: Project Name: Responsibility: Name: Experience: Dates: Project Name: Responsibility: (xiii) Proponents should provide the following information on the background and experience of all sub-contractors proposed to undertake a portion of the Services (use the spaces provided and/or attach additional pages, if necessary): DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES SUBCONTRACTORS NAME YEARS OF WORKING WITH PROPONENT Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 TELEPHONE NUMBER AND EMAIL Page 6 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL SCHEDULE C-3 - PROPONENT’S TECHNICAL PROPOSAL (SERVICES) Proponents should provide the following (use the spaces provided and/or attach additional pages, if necessary): A. B. GENERAL (i) a narrative that illustrates the Proponent’s understanding of the City’s requirements for the performance of the Services; (ii) a description of the general approach and methodology that the Proponent would take in performing and managing the Services including specifications and requirements; (iii) a narrative that illustrates how the Proponent will complete the scope of Services, manage the Services, and accomplish required objectives within the City’s schedule; (iv) a description of the standards to be met by the Proponent in providing the Services; (v) share you corporate vision for future enhancements, new technology or expanded services (i.e. wireless); (vi) switchover/implementation plan. Outline your methodology for transitions (if applicable) of the City’s existing photocopier/peripheral fleet, to a new agreement while minimizing the costs to the City; and (vii) details of Services support offered, including but not limited to technical, billing, sales, obtaining and commissioning hardware, demonstration hardware, account reviews, etc.. TECHNICAL (viii) The Contractor may be the direct servicing entity for all locations or designate its authorized dealer(s) to provide services in one or more locations. The Contractor must name the direct servicing entity (Contractor or authorized dealer) for each location. If the Contractor will not be the direct servicing entity, the Contractor to provide a statement of support to commit all necessary products, photocopier services and resources to the designated authorized dealer(s) in order to fulfill the terms and conditions of the contract. The following is to be included for the Contractor and any authorized dealer(s) designated as a direct servicing entity: (a) A manufacturer’s company profile; (b) A qualifications statement describing projects and installations of similar scope and size; Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 7 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (ix) Minimum Technical Requirements (a) (x) Describe your ability to supply, maintain, service and support equipment; The problem resolution process for service/equipment and technical/connectivity problems; Organizational charts for administrative, billing and service units; Identification of project manager and other primary staff proposed to work on this project, including name, title and contact information; References (at least three, including contact names and phone numbers) with comparable equipment in similar projects/installations; and An overall description of the chronology of the installation of equipment, outlining the plans for accomplishing the required work, including a timeline with deadlines for all tasks from delivery and installation through the training of end users. Based on the table in Schedule A, please provide confirmation for each model proposed that it meets the Minimum technical Requirements. Note any devices and criteria that fail to meet these requirements. Account Management (a) City is increasing its use of web-based technology for business and communication purposes, including account review and payment automation. Please describe in detail your firm’s: (i) Present, and planned e-business and web capabilities; and, (ii) Capabilities for communicating with City via the Internet. (xi) Invoicing (a) Accurate invoicing is viewed as a key requirement of account management. Please describe in detail your invoicing capabilities including: (i) (ii) (iii) (iv) (v) (b) Requirement for monthly or quarterly invoices; Factors that impact accuracy of invoicing, including process and time for reconciliation; Availability of your staff to assist with reconciling account; Capability of integrating fleet management with automated invoicing system, including options available; and, Invoicing capabilities using CSV. Please provide a digital sample of your CSV based billing output for review and supply on CD. Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 8 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL (xii) Moves, Adds and Changes As the office equipment environment at City will not remain static for the term of any agreement, how a supplier manages moves, adds and changes is of great importance. Please describe in detail how you would: (a) Manage changes to the fleet, including: (i) Moves within a City facility; (ii) Moves from one City facility to another; (iii) Additions to a City facility; (iv) Upgrading and downgrading of devices and/or optional functionality to reflect changing, business needs including higher or lower devices output volumes; (v) Removal of devices from fleet; and (vi) How you handle the migration to the new City Hall in 2013. (b) (c) Structure a non co-terminus agreement; Address output volumes (e.g., minimum volume per devices averaged across devices categories); Determine the most cost effective approach for City; and Fulfill regular and rush requests. (d) (e) (xiii) Contract Management City considers ongoing contract management to be of critical importance to the success of any contract. Please describe in detail the approach you envision will be the most efficient and effective for City, including: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) Contract management framework including support requirements to manage City’s MFD and output fleet. Include all sub-contractors that may be used in conjunction with the work; Availability of a dedicated service representative or single point of contact for City’s account; Name(s) of individual(s), including their qualifications and experience, that would work with City staff; Management and on-going review of fleet requirements; Your capability to ramp up to accommodate a fleet the size of City’s and deliver exceptional service; Continuous improvement efforts to reduce costs and improve efficiency. Information requirements from City; and Number of staff your organization directly employees within the Lower Mainland. Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 9 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL (xiv) Product and Service Support Devices availability and reliability are essential qualities to City. It is City’s expectation that all members of your service support teams have the appropriate level of competence, experience and credentials to perform the required tasks. Within your response, please describe in detail and provide examples that demonstrate your service team’s ability to provide exceptional service support. Please address within your response: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (i) (j) (k) (xv) Availability of on-line customer service support; Availability of a Help Desk to assist with problem resolution; Current staffing level for technical and support staff; Training and/or certification program for technical staff; Technical support available before, during and after implementation (e.g., 24/7, 8am-5pm M-F, etc.); Service options available, including on-site support, weekend support; Ongoing operational or post implementation support (e.g., problem resolution, maintenance, etc.); Problem escalation process including responsibility matrix and primary point of contact for City; Availability and location of loaner devices; Local and remote parts availability including location(s) of any parts depot; and Provide terms under which a devices may be declared a “lemon” and replaced. Reporting Your reporting capabilities are an essential element of any business relationship. It is City’s expectation that all reporting deliverables will be available from a single point of contact. Please describe in detail: (a) (b) Your reporting capabilities for all sub-Contractors that may be used in the delivery of services throughout Surrey; Full extent of your reporting capabilities including: (i) At the fleet level, devices category level, and individual devices level; (ii) On-line service history; (iii) Availability in paper and electronic format; (iv) File format for electronic files; (v) Ability to customize reports; (vi) Audit capabilities; Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 10 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL (c) (d) (e) (f) (xvi) What data is maintained including how it is managed, secured, accessed and reported; Data export/import functionality; Options available or unique features of your reporting capabilities; and City’s associated with non-standard reports. Implementation and Pilot Phase As City expects the supplier to have a significant role in implementation, your experience and project methodology will be a key consideration. After a letter of intent is in place, an implementation strategy will be developed and piloted over 30 days. Please describe in detail an implementation plan and project methodology appropriate for the implementation of the products recommended, including: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (i) (j) (k) (l) (j) Capacity and performance capabilities to manage a province-wide implementation; Readiness assessment and pre-implementation planning; Testing of devices in City’s environment; Anticipated roles and responsibilities for supplier and City; Effort to migrate City from its current environment within a 6-month period. Also identify typical migration issues encountered in a project of this scope; Implementation requirements and deliverables (please list); Risk management techniques applied in your approach; Anticipated timeline for installing all MFDs and output devices to City’s environment and enabling applicable functionality; Integration of your incident reporting with City’s Help Desk; Resolving any integration problems; Implementation structures that provide integration of services including capacity for learning and continuous adjustment; Training requirements; and Requirements from City to facilitate implementation. (xvii) Training – Technical and End User Initial and on-going user training is an important consideration for City. Please describe in detail within your response: (a) (b) (c) (d) Training capabilities for on-site instruction. Advise if training is provided by the manufacturer, distributor, re-seller or sub-Contractor; Process to ensure effectiveness of training, including KPIs to measure effectiveness of training; Training materials provided by devices category; Proprietary nature of any training materials provided; Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 11 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL (e) (f) Training options available (e.g., web based tutorials, train-the-trainer, technical training, end user training, etc.); and Any training recommended to better understand your output management software. (xviii) Environmental Footprint The City is committed to the use of environmentally friendly products, recycling and reducing waste. It is an expectation that you are also committed to the environment in your design, manufacturing and disposal processes, and have programs and processes in place to support such a claim. (a) (b) (c) (xix) detail your company’s policy of environmental stewardship, your efforts and achievements in this regard, and provide sufficient information to demonstrate that your manufacturing processes and products would support and enhance City’s efforts to be environmentally friendly; include your suggestions for the removal and sale of, or disposal or recycling of City’s obsolete print devices and spent toner cartridges in an environmentally respectful manner; and provide any reporting tools and services that would allow the City to track and calculate the power, carbon footprint, and other environmental savings realized during this project. Auction or Disposal of Surplus Equipment With reference to the table Schedule A, City has a number of current devices that may be suitable for re-sale, please address in your response: (a) (b) (c) (d) Trade-in value, by devices or lump sum; Disposal options available, i.e., recycle, donate, dispose, etc.; Any costs associated with disposal options; and Maximum number of devices you can dispose of or recycle at a time. Note: All Xerox workgroup and production devices are exempt. (xx) Toner Cartridges The City is interested in exploring the possibility of using re-manufactured toner cartridges with your MFDs and output devices. (a) describe within your response how spent toner cartridges are managed and disposed of. Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 12 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL (xxi) Printing from Mobile Devices The City is interested making printing services available to all its mobile devices (Blackberry, iPhone, iPad): (a) provide any solutions compatible with your hardware. Third party solutions are acceptable as long as they have been certified on your platform. (xxii) HID ID Card Based Secure Printing solutions The City currently uses HID cards for site access and employee identification: (a) include in your response any solutions that can be integrated into your hardware to provide secure printing services. Third party solutions are acceptable so long as they are certified on your hardware. (xxiii) Hole-Punched Paper Finishing. (a) include in your response how hole punched paper would be generated on each of your models submitted. If there is no paper finishing options available for a particular model, please verify what Brands/Types of hole punched paper are compatible with that model. (xxiv) Scan Head Maintenance (a) provide the maintenance and interval required to prevent jamming and maintain optimal image quality for every MFD model submitted. (xxv) Fleet Optimization Provide your strategy, tools, and reports for optimizing the fleet usage over the term of the engagement. Provide the usage criteria that can be audited on ALL types of devices. The City most interested in the following criteria to establish usage data. User ID Function ( Fax, Print, Scan, Copy ) Paper Type Paper Size Color B/W Job Application generating Job Job Size (impressions) Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 13 of 20 SCHEDULE C – FORM OF PROPOSAL (xxvi) Sound Levels During Operation Please list the sound level of all devices including paper handlers during operation. (xxvii) Assumptions Identify within your response any assumptions made regarding City’s requirements for MFDs and output devices that may have not been described in this RFP. Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 14 of 20 SCHEDULE C-3-1 - PROPONENTS SHOULD PROVIDE CONTRACT, SERVICE LIFECYCLE AND SUPPORT MATRIX AS FOLLOWS: The City would like to understand all parties involved in the complete lifecycle of the contract and devices. Please provide the names of all parties and companies involved in your submission and fulfillment of contract if selected. Role Pre Sales Support Pre Sales Purchase PDI and Delivery Onsite Technical Order Configuration /Moves and Training Support Billing On-Site Post Consumables Contract Support Sales Mgmt and fulfillment and Technical Delivery and KPI Service Support Reseller Service Reseller A A Proponent, Placement Model Compact B&W Manufacturer A Manufacturer Reseller A Reseller A A Printer Courier, Reseller A Trainer A, Manufacturer A (Example) Manufacturer A Compact B&W Printer Workgroup B&W Printer Workgroup Colour Printer Compact B&W MFD Workgroup B&W MFD Workgroup Colour MFD Production B&W MFD Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 15 of 20 Review Manufacturer A Manufacturer A, Reseller A SCHEDULE C-3-2 - PROPONENTS SHOULD PROVIDE OPERATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS AS FOLLOWS: Model/Config Meets Min Time from Time from Time from Idle Power Power Power Time to return Technical Pwr On to Pwr Save Mode to FPO Consumption in Consumption Consumption to Idle Mode Requirements FPO Mode to Pwr Save Mode in Idle Mode during Job after Job FPO Model A Accessory B Paper Handler C Yes 22 sec 11 sec Complete 7 sec 14w Compact B&W Printer Workgroup B&W Printer Workgroup Colour Printer [B/W : Colour] Compact B&W MFD Workgroup B&W MFD Workgroup Colour MFD [B/W : Colour] Production B&W MFD Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 16 of 20 65w 400w 8 sec SCHEDULE C-4 - PROPONENT’S TECHNICAL PROPOSAL (SCHEDULE) Proponents should provide an estimated schedule, with major item descriptions and time indicating a commitment to perform the Contract within the time specified (use the spaces provided and/or attach additional pages, if necessary). MILESTONE DATES __________________________________ ACTIVITY 1 2 3 4 SCHEDULE 5 6 7 Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 8 9 10 Page 17 of 20 SCHEDULE C-5 - PROPONENT’S FINANCIAL PROPOSAL Indicate the Proponent’s proposed fee (excluding HST), and the basis of calculation (use the spaces provided and/or attach additional pages, if necessary) as follows (as applicable): 1. Cost and Fee Structure 1. A Financial Proposal covering all costs and compensation based upon the following pricing options: Option A: - 36-month term for those digital multi-function printers, with two twelve month extensions. Option B: - 48-month term for those digital multi-function printers, with one twelve month extensions. Option C: 60-month term for those digital multi-function printers, with no extensions. (excluding HST) 2. The pricing should also provide photocopier services, maintenance, delivery, programming, assistance with network configuration, end-user training, follow-up support with the City’s IT staff plus a breakdown of costs for supplies not covered by the maintenance agreement including any ancillary equipment, and any other related costs. Pedestals or stands are to be included in the cost-per-page (CPP). Costs for install, delivery, training, maintenance of devices are included. No minimum monthly charges or print volumes are to be specified. 3. The Proponent agrees to supply, install, deliver and provide new and fully operational photocopier equipment and accessories, including operator training, full service maintenance ("FSM") and consumables and supplies all in accordance with the terms of the agreement. 4. The Proponent shall specify, if any, what supplies are excluded from the maintenance agreement and note the cost associated with said supplies per digital printer/copier in an itemized list. 5. The Proponent will document, in detail, additional costs not included in CPP. 6. Delivery and installation charges shall be included in the CPP program. 7. The Proponent shall outline a method to examine volumes and verify proper equipment is in place and is being utilized properly. 8. The Proponent shall outline a method to replace equipment not utilized properly without extending the equipment and maintenance agreement beyond the length of the original agreement. Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 18 of 20 9. To support changes to the City’s business environment, equipment and feature upgrades may be reviewed and required. Possible additional features and or equipment may also be required. 10. Meter reading requirements: The Proponent will be responsible to obtain exact copy counts on at least a quarterly basis at each copier site. In the event that such meter readings are not provided, the Proponent may use service or estimated meter readings for invoicing purposes. The Proponent is free to install any automated devices that may assist in this process, provided it is at no additional cost to the City. 11. Proponent will provide separate pricing for B/W and colour output. They will also define the specifics of a page to be considered as colour (e.g., % page coverage). 2. Payment Terms: A cash discount of _______% will be allowed if account is paid within _____ days, or the_________ day of the month following, or net 30 days, on a best effort basis. Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 19 of 20 C-5-1 – COST MATRIX FOR MULTIFUNCTION DEVICES REPLACEMENT AND INTEGRATION Based on the contract term, and using the format provided below, please detail all costs associated with the three pricing options identified. Model and Configuration Example Production MFD Print 1234 MFD 3000 Sheet 3-Tray Stapler/Stacker Additional Ram (256 Meg) 1 x 1500 Sheet Tray Product Code(s) for Configuration CPP B&W (all service & consumables) [3Y+1Y Ext +1Y Ext] CPP B&W (all service & consumables) [4Y +1Y Ext] CPP B&W (all service & consumables) [5Y] CPP Colour (all service & consumables) [3Y+1Y Ext +1Y Ext] CPP Colour (all service & consumables) [4Y +1Y Ext] CPP Colour (all service & consumabl es) [5Y] Preventative Maintenance Service Cycle Included in Price Scan Head Maintenance Interval Optimal Monthly Duty Cycle Q3788A $ 0.0097 $ 0.0087 $ 0.007 $ 0.0197 $ 0.0187 $ 0.017 Every 200,000 pgs Every 10,000 images 35,000 pgs R4424A R1232 R2949 Compact B&W Printer Workgroup B&W Printer Include Envelope Feeder Include 3 X 500 Sheet Tray Workgroup Colour Printer Compact B&W MFD Workgroup B&W MFD Workgroup Colour MFD Production B&W MFD Multifunction Devices Replacement and Integration RFP #1220-030-2011-040 Page 20 of 20