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TIPS 171105_Pipe_Bursting_Contract_No_DigTec_LLC (3)Meredith Barton Vice-President of Operations 1/25/18 ions 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 1 of 20 The Interlocal Purchasing System (TIPS Cooperative)Supplier Response Bid Information Contact Information Ship to Information Bid Creator Rick Powell General Address Region VIII Education Address Counsel/Procurement Service Center Compliance Officer 4845 US Highway 271 Email rick.powell@tips-usa.com North Contact Phone (903) 575-2689 Pittsburg, TX 75686 Fax Contact Kristie Collins, Department Contracts Compliance Building Bid Number 171105 Specialist Title Pipe Bursting Floor/Room Bid Type RFP Department Telephone Issue Date 11/2/2017 08:04 AM (CT) Building Fax Close Date 12/15/2017 03:00:00 PM (CT) Email Floor/Room Telephone +1 (866) 839-8477 Fax +1 (866) 839-8472 Email bids@tips-usa.com Supplier Information Company No-DigTec, LLC Address 10931 Dennis Road Dallas, TX 75229 Contact John L. Newell Department Building Floor/Room Telephone (972) 488-9910 Fax (972) 488-8108 Email bsmiley@pipeburster.com Submitted 12/15/2017 09:21:12 AM (CT) Total $0.00 By submitting your response, you certify that you are authorized to represent and bind your company. Signature John L. Newell Email john@pipeburster.com Supplier Notes Bid Notes This is a two-part solicitation. Bid Activities Bid Messages 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 2 of 20 Bid AttributesPlease review the following and respond where necessary #Name Note Response 1 Yes - No Disadvantaged/Minority/Women Business Enterprise - No D/M/WBE (Required by some participating governmental entities) Vendor certifies that their firm is a D/M/WBE? Vendor must upload proof of certification to the ”Response Attachments” D/M/WBE CERTIFICATES section. 2 Yes - No Historically Underutilized Business - HUB (Required by No some participating governmental entities) Vendor certifies that their firm is a HUB as defined by the State of Texas at https://comptroller.texas.gov/purchasing/vendor/hub/ or in a HUBZone as defined by the US Small Business Administration at https://www.sba.gov/offices/headquarters/ohp Proof of one or both may be submitted. Vendor must upload proof of certification to the “Response Attachments” HUB CERTIFICATES section. 3 Yes - No The Vendor can provide services and/or products to all 50 No US States? 4 States Served: If answer is NO to question #3, please list which states can TX, NM, OK and AR be served. (Example: AR, OK, TX) 5 Company and/or Product Description: This information will appear on the TIPS website in the NO-DIGTEC, LLC is passionate company profile section, if awarded a TIPS contract. (Limit about the possibilities of the 750 characters.) trenchless technology solutions available to meet the needs of its municipal, industrial, institutional and residential clients requiring rehabilitation of underground utility systems. NO-DIGTEC is the largest Pipe Bursting contractor in North Texas and one of a handful of companies nationwide with the expertise and equipment to burst large diameter pipes of 24 inches and larger. The water and sewer infrastructure installed between the turn of the century and post-World War II years is reaching the end of its useful life span. NO-DIGTEC affords numerous advantages both economically and environmentally through the use of trenchless technology meeting the global needs of our fast growing economy. 6 Primary Contact Name Primary Contact Name John Newell 7 Primary Contact Title Primary Contact Title Managing Partner 8 Primary Contact Email Primary Contact Email john@pipeburster.com 9 Primary Contact Phone Enter 10 digit phone number. (No dashes or extensions) 9724889910 Example: 8668398477 10 Primary Contact Fax Enter 10 digit phone number. (No dashes or extensions) 9724888108 Example: 8668398477 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 3 of 20 11 Primary Contact Mobile Enter 10 digit phone number. (No dashes or extensions) 9728809940 Example: 8668398477 12 Secondary Contact Name Secondary Contact Name Bridgette Smiley 13 Secondary Contact Title Secondary Contact Title Office Manager 14 Secondary Contact Email Secondary Contact Email bsmiley@pipeburster.com 15 Secondary Contact Phone Enter 10 digit phone number. (No dashes or extensions) 8662352006 Example: 8668398477 16 Secondary Contact Fax Enter 10 digit phone number. (No dashes or extensions) 9724888108 Example: 8668398477 17 Secondary Contact Mobile Enter 10 digit phone number. (No dashes or extensions) 9724889910 Example: 8668398477 18 Admin Fee Contact Name Admin Fee Contact Name. This person is responsible for Bridgette Smiley paying the admin fee to TIPS. 19 Admin Fee Contact Email Admin Fee Contact Email bsmiley@pipeburster.com 20 Admin Fee Contact Phone Enter 10 digit phone number. (No dashes or extensions) 9724889910 Example: 8668398477 21 Purchase Order Contact Name Purchase Order Contact Name. This person is responsible Bridgette Smiley for receiving Purchase Orders from TIPS. 22 Purchase Order Contact Email Purchase Order Contact Email bsmiley@pipeburster.com 23 Purchase Order Contact Phone Enter 10 digit phone number. (No dashes or extensions) 9724889910 Example: 8668398477 24 Company Website Company Website (Format - www.company.com) www.no-digtec.com and www.pipeburster.com 25 Federal ID Number: Federal ID Number also known as the Employer 36-4563359 Identification Number. (Format - 12-3456789) 26 Primary Address Primary Address 10931 Dennis Road 27 Primary Address City Primary Address City Dallas 28 Primary Address State Primary Address State (2 Digit Abbreviation) Texas 29 Primary Address Zip Primary Address Zip 75229 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 4 of 20 30 Search Words: Please list search words to be posted in the TIPS trenchless technology, underground database about your company that TIPS website users infrastructure renewal, renovations, might search. Words may be product names, repairs and new construction, pipe manufacturers, or other words associated with the bursting, underground utilities category of award. YOU MAY NOT LIST construction, pipe upsizing, static NON-CATEGORY ITEMS. (Limit 500 words) (Format: bursting, hydraulic stabilizers, API product, paper, construction, manufacturer name, etc.) style joints, pipe replacement, ductile pipe, ductile sliders, non-fracturable pipe, excavation, pipe replacement projects, pipe ramming, pipe removal, wash over casings, horizontal directional drill, trenchless pipe replacement, Wastewater main lines, asbestos Cement Water Pipe replacement, asbestos Cement Sewer Pipe, asbestos Cement Pipe, asbestos cement pipe replacement project a/c pipe, a/c pipe replacement, Trenchless a/c pipe replacement, EPA approved a/c pipe replacement, Sewer Repair Technology, Trenchless Sewer Replacement, Sewer Line Replacement, Trenchless Pipe Bursting, Pipe Bursting Contractors, Trenchless Pipe Lining, Sewer Pipe Relining, Pipe Lining Companies, Sewer Replacement Cost, CIPP pipe lining, Pneumatic Pipe Bursting, Hydraulic Expansion, Static Pipe Bursting, No-DigTec, non-sustainable pipe replacement schedule, Pipe Splitting, Feasibility of Pipe Bursting, Cost of Pipe Replacement, Open Cut Replacement, Comparison with Other Rehabilitation Methods, Pipe Reaming, Pipe Ejection/Extraction, Hammerhead, HammerHead trenchless, HammerHead trenchless technologies, HDPE, MDPE, high density polyethylene,Medium-Density Polyethylene Pipe, polyethylene pipe, polyethylene valves, polyethylene fittings, Gajeske, TT Technologies, Pipeline Rehabilitation, Water Main rehab, Trenchless Water Main rehab, Sewer Main rehab, Trenchless Sewer Main rehab, Trenchless Waste Water Main rehab, Water Main rehabilitation, Trenchless Water Main rehabilitation, Trenchless Sewer Main rehabilitation, Waste Water Main rehabilitation, water loss conservation, FEMA water conservation, Finding and Fixing Leaks, Water leaks, Texas Water Development Board, water supply projects, water quality projects, wastewater treatment, municipal solid waste management, flood control projects, water conservation 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 5 of 20 projects, groundwater district creation expenses, grants and loans for the water and wastewater, J. Fletcher Creamer & Son, Inc., Ted Berry Company, Spiniello Companies sliplining, large diameter CIPP rehabilitation, structural CIPP NSF 61 approved liners, potable water mains, pipeline rehabilitation projects nationally, TRIC lateral pipe bursting system, Horizontal Directional Drilling, Trenchless Industry contractors, HDPE Pipe suppliers, NASTT, North American Society For Trenchless Technology, Water Research Foundation, Battelle Institute, environmental impact of AC pipe renewal technologies, Basic IDIQ Construction, Job Order Contracting, Energy Savings Solutions, General Construction Services throughout Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Louisiana, construction and facilities maintenance experts, building energy audit and technical evaluation, upgrades in Lighting, HVAC (Mechanical and Geothermal Systems), Building Envelope (Weatherization, Insulation, Roofing) and Plumbing, upgrades in Lighting, HVAC (Mechanical and Geothermal Systems), Building Envelope Weatherization, Insulation, Roofing and Plumbing, new construction of commercial buildings, new construction of recreation facilities leasehold improvements, renovations, major system improvements, facility maintenance and building repairs, Job Order Contract pricing, demolition and environmental services, abatement, asbestos & lead removal, fire & water recovery construction, OSHA certified personnel HDPE Tight Fitting Liner, Pressure Pipeline Bypass, Pipeline Excavation, Wet Well Renewal Systems, Pipebursting Rehabilitation, Clean/Camera for Gravity Pipelines, National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutant (NESHAP), Cleaning and Inspection for Pressure Pipelines, Storm Water Quality Pond Maintenance and Renewal, Pipe Sealing of Sanitary Sewer Pipes, Manhole Seal/Stabilization, Pavement Lifting, Trench Stabilization 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 6 of 20 31 Yes - No Most of our members receive Federal Government grants Yes and they make up a significant portion of their budgets. The members need to know if your company is willing to sell to them when they spend federal budget funds on their purchase. There are attributes that follow that are provisions from the federal regulations in 2 CFR part 200. Your answers will determine if your award will be designated as Federal or Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR)compliant. Is it your intent to be able to sell to our members regardless of the fund source, whether it be local, state or federal? 32 Yes - No Certification of Residency (Required by the State of Yes Texas) The vendor's ultimate parent company or majority owner: (A) has its principal place of business in Texas; OR (B) employs at least 500 persons in Texas? 33 Company Residence (City) Vendor's principal place of business is in the city of? Dallas 34 Company Residence (State) Vendor's principal place of business is in the state of? Texas 35 Felony Conviction Notice: (Required by the State of Texas) My firm is, as outlined on (No Response Required) PAGE 5 in the Instructions to Bidders document: (Questions 36 - 37) Statutory citation covering notification of criminal history of contractor is found in the Texas Education Code #44.034. Following is an example of a felony conviction notice: State of Texas Legislative Senate Bill No. 1, Section 44.034, Notification of Criminal History, Subsection (a), states “a person or business entity that enters into a contract with a school district or ESC 8/TIPS must give advance notice to the district or ESC 8/TIPS if the person or an owner or operator of the business entity has been convicted of a felony. The notice must include a general description of the conduct resulting in the conviction of a felony.” Subsection (b) states “a school district may terminate a contract with a person or business entity if the district determines that the person or business entity failed to give notice as required by Subsection (a) or misrepresented the conduct resulting in the conviction. The district must compensate the person or business entity for services performed before the termination of the contract.” 36 Yes - No A publicly held corporation; therefore, this reporting No requirement is not applicable? 37 Yes - No Is owned or operated by individual(s) who has/have been No convicted of a felony? 38 If your firm is owned or operated by the following Please provide details of the conviction. This is not NO individual(s) who has/have been convicted of a necessarily a disqualifying factor and the details of the felony: conviction determines the eligibility. Providing false or misleading information about the conviction is illegal. 39 Pricing Information: Pricing information section. (Questions 39 - 43) (No Response Required) 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 7 of 20 40 Discount Offered What is the MINIMUM percentage discount off of any item 3% or service you offer to TIPS Members that is in your regular catalog (as defined in the RFP document), website, store or shelf pricing? This is a ceiling on your pricing and not a floor because, in order to be more competitive in the individual circumstance, you may offer a larger discount depending on the items or services purchased and the quantity at time of sale. Must answer with a number between 0% and 100%. 41 TIPS administration fee By submitting a proposal, I agree that all pricing submitted (No Response Required) to TIPS shall include the participation fee, as designated in the solicitation or as otherwise agreed in writing and shall be remitted to TIPS by the Vendor as agreed in the Vendor agreement. I agree that the fee shall not and will not be added by the vendor as a separate line item on a TIPS member invoice, quote, proposal or any other written communications with the TIPS member. 42 Yes - No Vendor agrees to remit to TIPS the required administration Yes fee? TIPS/ESC Region 8 is required by Texas Government Code § 791 to be compensated for its work and thus, failure to agree shall render your response void and it will not be considered. 43 Yes - No Do you offer additional discounts to TIPS members for No large order quantities or large scope of work? 44 Start Time Average start time after receipt of customer order is ____ 10 working days? 45 Years Experience Company years experience in this category? 14 46 Resellers: Does the vendor have resellers that it will name under this No contract? Resellers are defined as other companies that sell your products under an agreement with you, the awarded vendor of TIPS. EXAMPLE: Walmart is a reseller of Samsung Electronics. If Samsung were a TIPS awarded vendor, then Samsung would list Walmart as a reseller. (If applicable, vendor should download the Reseller/Dealers spreadsheet from the Attachments section, fill out the form and submit the document in the ”Response Attachments” RESELLERS section. 47 Prices are guaranteed for? Vendor agrees to honor the pricing discount off regular YES catalog (as defined in the RFP document), website, store or shelf pricing for the term of the award? 48 Right of Refusal Does the proposing vendor wish to reserve the right not to No perform under the awarded agreement with a TIPS member at vendor's discretion? 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 8 of 20 49 NON-COLLUSIVE BIDDING CERTIFICATE By submission of this bid or proposal, the Bidder certifies (No Response Required) that: 1) This bid or proposal has been independently arrived at without collusion with any other Bidder or with any Competitor; 2) This bid or proposal has not been knowingly disclosed and will not be knowingly disclosed, prior to the opening of bids, or proposals for this project, to any other Bidder, Competitor or potential competitor: 3) No attempt has been or will be made to induce any other person, partnership or corporation to submit or not to submit a bid or proposal; 4) The person signing this bid or proposal certifies that he has fully informed himself regarding the accuracy of the statements contained in this certification, and under the penalties being applicable to the Bidder as well as to the person signing in its behalf. Not a negotiable term. Failure to agree will render your proposal non-responsive and it will not be considered. 50 Texas HB 89- Texas Government code §2270 Texas 2017 House Bill 89 has been signed into law by the YES compliance governor and as of September 1, 2017 will become law codified as Texas Government Code § 2270 and 808 et seq. The relevant section addressed by this form reads as follows: Texas Government Code Sec. 2270.002. PROVISION REQUIRED IN CONTRACT. A governmental entity may not enter into a contract with a company for goods or services unless the contract contains a written verification from the company that it: (1) does not boycott Israel; and (2) will not boycott Israel during the term of the contract. I verify by my "YES" response to this attribute that, as a company submitting a proposal to this solicitation, that I am authorized to respond for the company and affirm that the company (1) does not boycott Israel; and (2) will not boycott Israel during the term of this contract, or any contract with the above-named Texas governmental entity in the future. I further affirm that if our company’s position on this issue is reversed and this affirmation is no longer valid, that TIPS will be notified in writing by email to TIPS@TIPS-USA.com within one (1) business day and we understand that our company’s failure to affirm and comply with the requirements of Texas Government Code 2270 et seq. shall result in a "no award" determination by TIPS and if a contract exists with TIPS, be grounds for immediate contract termination without penalty to TIPS and Education Service Center Region 8. FAILURE TO RESPOND "YES" WILL RESULT IN NO CONSIDERATION OF YOUR PROPOSAL. I swear and affirm that the above is true and correct by a "YES" response. 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 9 of 20 51 CONFLICT OF INTEREST QUESTIONNAIRE - If you have a conflict of interest as described in this form No FORM CIQ or the Local Government Code Chapter 176, cited therein- you are required to complete and file with TIPS, Richard Powell, 4845 US Highway 271 North, Pittsburg, Texas 75686 You may find the Blank CIQ form on our website at: Copy and Paste the following link into a new browser or tab: https://www.tips-usa.com/assets/documents/docs/CIQ.pdf Do you have any conflicts under this statutory requirement? 52 Filing of Form CIQ If yes (above), have you filed a form CIQ as directed here? No 53 Regulatory Standing I certify to TIPS for the proposal attached that my Yes company is in good standing with all governmental agencies Federal or state that regulate any part of our business operations. If not, please explain in the next attribute question. 54 Regulatory Standing Regulatory Standing explanation of no answer on previous N/A question. 55 Antitrust Certification Statements (Tex. By submission of this bid or proposal, the Bidder certifies (No Response Required) Government Code § 2155.005) that: I affirm under penalty of perjury of the laws of the State of Texas that: (1) I am duly authorized to execute this contract on my own behalf or on behalf of the company, corporation, firm, partnership or individual (Company) listed below; (2) In connection with this bid, neither I nor any representative of the Company has violated any provision of the Texas Free Enterprise and Antitrust Act, Tex. Bus. & Comm. Code Chapter 15; (3) In connection with this bid, neither I nor any representative of the Company has violated any federal antitrust law; (4) Neither I nor any representative of the Company has directly or indirectly communicated any of the contents of this bid to a competitor of the Company or any other company, corporation, firm, partnership or individual engaged in the same line of business as the Company. 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 10 of 20 56 Suspension or Debarment Instructions Instructions for Certification: (No Response Required) 1. By agreeing to the Attribute question #56, the vendor and prospective lower tier participant is providing the certification set out herein in accordance with these instructions. 2. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was entered into. If it is later determined that the prospective lower tier participant knowingly rendered an erroneous certification in addition to other remedies available to the federal government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension and / or debarment. 3. The prospective lower tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to the person to which this proposal is submitted if at any time the prospective lower tier participant learns that its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances. 4. The terms “covered transaction,” “debarred,” “suspended,” “ineligible,” “lower tier covered transaction,” “participants,” “person,” “primary covered transaction,” “principal,” “proposal” and “voluntarily excluded,” as used in this clause, have the meanings set out in the Definitions and Coverage sections of rules implementing Executive Order 12549. You may contact the person to which this proposal is submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations. 5. The prospective lower tier participant agrees by submitting this form that, should the proposed covered transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is debarred, suspended, declared ineligible or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency with which this transaction originated. 6. The prospective lower tier participant further agrees by submitting this form that it will include this clause titled “Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion-Lower Tier Covered Transaction” without modification in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions. 7. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered transaction that it is not debarred, suspended, ineligible or voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A participant may decide the method and frequency by which it determines the eligibility of its principals. Each participant may, but is not required to, check the Nonprocurement List. 8. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to render in good faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings. 9. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 5 of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is suspended, debarred, ineligible or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition to other remedies available to the federal government, the department or agency with which this 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 11 of 20 transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension and / or debarment. 57 Suspension or Debarment Certification Debarment and Suspension (Executive Orders 12549 and Yes 12689)—A contract award (see 2 CFR 180.220) must not be made to parties listed on the governmentwide exclusions in the System for Award Management (SAM), in accordance with the OMB guidelines at 2 CFR 180 that implement Executive Orders 12549 (3 CFR part 1986 Comp., p. 189) and 12689 (3 CFR part 1989 Comp., p. 235), “Debarment and Suspension.” SAM Exclusions contains the names of parties debarred, suspended, or otherwise excluded by agencies, as well as parties declared ineligible under statutory or regulatory authority other than Executive Order 12549. By submitting this offer and certifying this section, this bidder: Certifies that no suspension or debarment is in place, which would preclude receiving a federally funded contract as described above. 58 Non-Discrimination Statement and Certification In accordance with Federal civil rights law, all U.S. Yes Departments, including the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov. (Title VI of the Education Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; Title 7 CFR Parts 15, 15a, and 15b; the Americans with Disabilities Act; and FNS Instruction 113-1, Civil Rights Compliance and Enforcement – Nutrition Programs and Activities) All U.S. Departments, including the USDA are equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender. Not a negotiable term. Failure to agree will render your 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 12 of 20 proposal non-responsive and it will not be considered. I certify that in the performance of a contract with TIPS or its members, that our company will conform to the foregoing anti-discrimination statement and comply with the cited and all other applicable laws and regulations. 59 2 CFR PART 200 Contract Provisions Required Federal contract provisions of Federal (No Response Required) Explanation Regulations for Contracts for contracts with ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members: The following provisions are required to be in place and agreed if the procurement is funded in any part with federal funds. The ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members are the subgrantee or Subrecipient by definition. Most of the provisions are located in 2 CFR PART 200 - Appendix II to Part 200—Contract Provisions for Non-Federal Entity Contracts Under Federal Awards at 2 CFR PART 200. Others are included within 2 CFR part 200 et al. In addition to other provisions required by the Federal agency or non-Federal entity, all contracts made by the non-Federal entity under the Federal award must contain provisions covering the following, as applicable. 60 2 CFR PART 200 Contracts Contracts for more than the simplified acquisition threshold Yes currently set at $150,000, which is the inflation adjusted amount determined by the Civilian Agency Acquisition Council and the Defense Acquisition Regulations Council (Councils) as authorized by 41 U.S.C. 1908, must address administrative, contractual, or legal remedies in instances where contractors violate or breach contract terms, and provide for such sanctions and penalties as appropriate. Notice: Pursuant to the above, when federal funds are expended by ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members, ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members reserves all rights and privileges under the applicable laws and regulations with respect to this procurement in the event of breach of contract by either party. Does vendor agree? 61 2 CFR PART 200 Termination Termination for cause and for convenience by the grantee Yes or subgrantee including the manner by which it will be effected and the basis for settlement. (All contracts in excess of $10,000) Pursuant to the above, when federal funds are expended by ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members, ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members reserves the right to terminate any agreement in excess of $10,000 resulting from this procurement process for cause after giving the vendor an appropriate opportunity and up to 30 days, to cure the causal breach of terms and conditions. ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members reserves the right to terminate any agreement in excess of $10,000 resulting from this procurement process for convenience with 30 days notice in writing to the awarded vendor. The vendor would be compensated for work performed and goods procured as of the termination date if for convenience of the ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members. Any award under this procurement process is not exclusive and the ESC Region 8 and TIPS reserves the right to purchase goods and services from other vendors when it is in the best interest of the ESC Region 8 and TIPS. Does vendor agree? 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 13 of 20 62 2 CFR PART 200 Clean Air Act Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401-7671q.) and the Federal Yes Water Pollution Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1251-1387), as amended—Contracts and subgrants of amounts in excess of $150,000 must contain a provision that requires the non-Federal award to agree to comply with all applicable standards, orders or regulations issued pursuant to the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 7401-7671q) and the Federal Water Pollution Control Act as amended (33 U.S.C. 1251-1387). Violations must be reported to the Federal awarding agency and the Regional Office of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Pursuant to the Clean Air Act, et al above, when federal funds are expended by ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members, ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members requires that the proposer certify that during the term of an award by the ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members resulting from this procurement process the vendor agrees to comply with all of the above regulations, including all of the terms listed and referenced therein. Does vendor agree? 63 2 CFR PART 200 Byrd Anti-Lobbying Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment (31 U.S.C. Yes Amendment 1352)—Contractors that apply or bid for an award exceeding $100,000 must file the required certification. Each tier certifies to the tier above that it will not and has not used Federal appropriated funds to pay any person or organization for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a member of Congress, officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a member of Congress in connection with obtaining any Federal contract, grant or any other award covered by 31 U.S.C. 1352. Each tier must also disclose any lobbying with non-Federal funds that takes place in connection with obtaining any Federal award. Such disclosures are forwarded from tier to tier up to the non-Federal award. Pursuant to the above, when federal funds are expended by ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members, ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members requires the proposer certify that during the term and during the life of any contract with ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members resulting from this procurement process the vendor certifies to the terms included or referenced herein. Does vendor agree? 64 2 CFR PART 200 Federal Rule Compliance with all applicable standards, orders, or Yes requirements issued under section 306 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 1857(h)), section 508 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. 1368), Executive Order 11738, and Environmental Protection Agency regulations (40 CFR part 15). (Contracts, subcontracts, and subgrants of amounts in excess of $100,000) Pursuant to the above, when federal funds are expended by ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members, ESC Region 8 and TIPS Members requires the proposer certify that in performance of the contracts, subcontracts, and subgrants of amounts in excess of $100,000, the vendor will be in compliance with all applicable standards, orders, or requirements issued under section 306 of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. 1857(h)), section 508 of the Clean Water Act (33 U.S.C. 1368), Executive Order 11738, and Environmental Protection Agency regulations (40 CFR part 15). Does vendor certify that it is in compliance with the Clean Air Act? 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 14 of 20 65 2 CFR PART 200 Procurement of Recovered A non-Federal entity that is a state agency or agency of a Yes Materials political subdivision of a state and its contractors must comply with section 6002 of the Solid Waste Disposal Act, as amended by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act. The requirements of Section 6002 include procuring only items designated in guidelines of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) at 40 CFR part 247 that contain the highest percentage of recovered materials practicable, consistent with maintaining a satisfactory level of competition, where the purchase price of the item exceeds $10,000 or the value of the quantity acquired during the preceding fiscal year exceeded $10,000; procuring solid waste management services in a manner that maximizes energy and resource recovery; and establishing an affirmative procurement program for procurement of recovered materials identified in the EPA guidelines. Does vendor certify that it is in compliance with the Solid Waste Disposal Act as described above? 66 Indemnification The ESC Region 8 and TIPS is a Texas Political Yes Subdivision and a local governmental entity; therefore, is prohibited from indemnifying third parties pursuant to the Texas Constitution (Article 3, Section 52) except as specifically provided by law or as ordered by a court of competent jurisdiction. A provision in a contract to indemnify or hold a party harmless is a promise to pay for any expenses the indemnified party incurs, if a specified event occurs, such as breaching the terms of the contract or negligently performing duties under the contract. Article III, Section 49 of the Texas Constitution states that "no debt shall be created by or on behalf of the State ... " The Attorney General has counseled that a contractually imposed obligation of indemnity creates a "debt" in the constitutional sense. Tex. Att'y Gen. Op. No. MW-475 (1982). Contract clauses which require the System or institutions to indemnify must be deleted or qualified with ''to the extent permitted by the Constitution and Laws of the State of Texas." Liquidated damages, attorney's fees, waiver of vendor's liability, and waiver of statutes of limitations clauses should also be deleted or qualified with "to the extent permitted by the Constitution and laws of State of Texas." Not a negotiable term. Failure to agree will render your proposal non-responsive and it will not be considered. Do you agree to these terms? 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 15 of 20 67 Remedies The parties shall be entitled to exercise any right or Yes, I Agree remedy available to it either at law or in equity, subject to the choice of law, venue and service of process clauses limitations agreed herein. Nothing in this agreement shall commit the TIPS to an arbitration resolution of any disagreement under any circumstances. Any Claim arising out of or related to the Contract, except for those specifically waived under the terms of the Contract, may, after denial of the Board of Directors, be subject to mediation at the request of either party. Any issues not resolved hereunder must be referred to non-binding mediation to be conducted by a mutually agreed upon mediator as a prerequisite to the filing of any lawsuit over such issue(s). The parties shall share the mediator’s fee and any associated filing fee equally. Mediation shall be held in Camp or Titus County, Texas. Agreements reached in mediation shall be reduced to writing, and will be subject to the approval by the District's Board of Directors, signed by the Parties if approved by the Board of Directors, and, if signed, shall thereafter be enforceable as provided by the laws of the State of Texas. Do you agree to these terms? 68 Remedies Explanation of No Answer N/A 69 Choice of Law This agreement and any addenda or other additions and Yes all contracts or awards resulting from this procurement process, however described, shall be governed by, construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, regardless of any conflict of laws principles. Not a negotiable term. Failure to agree will render your proposal non-responsive and it will not be considered. Do you agree to these terms? 70 Jurisdiction and Service of Process Any Proceeding arising out of or relating to this Yes procurement process or any contract issued by TIPS resulting from or any contemplated transaction shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction in Camp County, Texas and each of the parties irrevocably submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of said court in any such proceeding, waives any objection it may now or hereafter have to venue or to convenience of forum, agrees that all claims in respect of the Proceeding shall be heard and determined only in any such court, and agrees not to bring any proceeding arising out of or relating to this procurement process or any contract resulting from or any contemplated transaction in any other court. The parties agree that either or both of them may file a copy of this paragraph with any court as written evidence of the knowing, voluntary and freely bargained for agreement between the parties irrevocably to waive any objections to venue or to convenience of forum. Process in any Proceeding referred to in the first sentence of this Section may be served on any party anywhere in the world. Venue clauses in contracts with TIPS members may be determined by the parties. 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 16 of 20 Not a negotiable term. Failure to agree will render your proposal non-responsive and it will not be considered. Do you agree to these terms? 71 Alternative Dispute Resolution Prior to filing of litigation, the parties may select Yes, I Agree non-binding mediation as a method of conflict resolution for issues arising out of or relating to this procurement process or any contract resulting from or any contemplated transaction. The parties agree that if nonbinding mediation is chosen as a resolution process, the parties must agree to the chosen mediator(s) and that all mediation venue shall be at a location in Camp or Titus, County, Texas agreed by the parties. The parties agree to share equally the cost of the mediation process and venue cost. Do you agree to these terms? 72 Alternative Dispute Resolution Explanation of No N/A Answer 73 Infringement(s) The successful vendor will be expected to indemnify and Yes, I Agree hold harmless the TIPS and its employees, officers, agents, representatives, contractors, assignees and designees from any and all third party claims and judgments involving infringement of patent, copyright, trade secrets, trade or service marks, and any other intellectual or intangible property rights attributed to or claims based on the Vendor's proposal or Vendor’s performance of contracts awarded and approved. Do you agree to these terms? 74 Infringement(s) Explanation of No Answer N/A 75 Acts or Omissions The successful vendor will be expected to indemnify and Yes, I Agree hold harmless the TIPS, its officers, employees, agents, representatives, contractors, assignees and designees from and against any and all liability, actions, claims, demands or suits, and all related costs, attorney's fees and expenses arising out of, or resulting from any acts or omissions of the vendor or its agents, employees, subcontractors, or suppliers in the execution or performance of any agreements ultimately made by TIPS and the vendor. Do you agree to these terms? 76 Acts or Omissions Explanation of No Answer N/A 77 Contract Governance Any contract made or entered into by the TIPS is subject Yes to and is to be governed by Section 271.151 et seq, Tex Loc Gov't Code. Otherwise, TIPS does not waive its governmental immunities from suit or liability except to the extent expressly waived by other applicable laws in clear and unambiguous language. 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 17 of 20 78 Payment Terms and Funding Out Clause Payment Terms: Yes TIPS or TIPS members shall not be liable for interest or late payment fees on past due balances at a rate higher than permitted by the laws or regulations of the jurisdiction of the TIPS Member. Funding Out Clause: Vendor agrees to abide by the laws and regulations, including Texas Local Government Code § 271.903, or any statutory or regulatory limitations of the jurisdiction of any TIPS Member which governs contracts entered into by the Vendor and TIPS or a TIPS Member that requires all contracts approved by TIPS or a TIPS Member are subject to the budgeting and appropriation of currently available funds by the entity or its governing body. See statute(s) for specifics or consult your legal counsel. Not a negotiable term. Failure to agree will render your proposal non-responsive and it will not be considered. Do you agree to these terms? 79 Insurance and Fingerprint Requirements Insurance (No Response Required) Information If applicable and your staff will be on TIPS member premises for delivery, training or installation etc. and/or with an automobile, you must carry automobile insurance as required by law. You may be asked to provide proof of insurance. Fingerprint It is possible that a vendor may be subject to Chapter 22 of the Texas Education Code. The Texas Education Code, Chapter 22, Section 22.0834. Statutory language may be found at: http://www.statutes.legis.state.tx.us/ If the vendor has staff that meet both of these criterion: (1) will have continuing duties related to the contracted services; and (2) has or will have direct contact with students Then you have ”covered” employees for purposes of completing the attached form. TIPS recommends all vendors consult their legal counsel for guidance in compliance with this law. If you have questions on how to comply, see below. If you have questions on compliance with this code section, contact the Texas Department of Public Safety Non-Criminal Justice Unit, Access and Dissemination Bureau, FAST-FACT at NCJU@txdps.state.tx.us and you should send an email identifying you as a contractor to a Texas Independent School District or ESC Region 8 and TIPS. Texas DPS phone number is (512) 424-2474. See form in the next attribute to complete entitled: Texas Education Code Chapter 22 Contractor Certification for Contractor Employees 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 18 of 20 80 Texas Education Code Chapter 22 Contractor Introduction: Texas Education Code Chapter 22 requires None Certification for Contractor Employees entities that contract with school districts to provide services to obtain criminal history record information regarding covered employees. Contractors must certify to the district that they have complied. Covered employees with disqualifying criminal histories are prohibited from serving at a school district. Definitions: Covered employees: Employees of a contractor or subcontractor who have or will have continuing duties related to the service to be performed at the District and have or will have direct contact with students. The District will be the final arbiter of what constitutes direct contact with students. Disqualifying criminal history: Any conviction or other criminal history information designated by the District, or one of the following offenses, if at the time of the offense, the victim was under 18 or enrolled in a public school: (a) a felony offense under Title 5, Texas Penal Code; (b) an offense for which a defendant is required to register as a sex offender under Chapter 62, Texas Code of Criminal Procedure; or (c) an equivalent offense under federal law or the laws of another state. I certify that: NONE (Section A) of the employees of Contractor and any subcontractors are covered employees, as defined above. If this box is checked, I further certify that Contractor has taken precautions or imposed conditions to ensure that the employees of Contractor and any subcontractor will not become covered employees. Contractor will maintain these precautions or conditions throughout the time the contracted services are provided. OR SOME (Section B) or all of the employees of Contractor and any subcontractor are covered employees. If this box is checked, I further certify that: (1) Contractor has obtained all required criminal history record information regarding its covered employees. None of the covered employees has a disqualifying criminal history. (2) If Contractor receives information that a covered employee subsequently has a reported criminal history, Contractor will immediately remove the covered employee from contract duties and notify the District in writing within 3 business days. (3) Upon request, Contractor will provide the District with the name and any other requested information of covered employees so that the District may obtain criminal history record information on the covered employees. (4) If the District objects to the assignment of a covered employee on the basis of the covered employee's criminal history record information, Contractor agrees to discontinue using that covered employee to provide services at the District. Noncompliance or misrepresentation regarding this certification may be grounds for contract termination. 81 Solicitation Deviation/Compliance Does the vendor agree with the General Conditions Yes Standard Terms and Conditions or Item Specifications listed in this proposal invitation? 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 19 of 20 82 Solicitation Exceptions/Deviations Explanation If the bidder intends to deviate from the General No exceptions or deviations Conditions Standard Terms and Conditions or Item Specifications listed in this proposal invitation, all such deviations must be listed on this attribute, with complete and detailed conditions and information included or attached. TIPS will consider any deviations in its proposal award decisions, and TIPS reserves the right to accept or reject any bid based upon any deviations indicated below or in any attachments or inclusions. In the absence of any deviation entry on this attribute, the proposer assures TIPS of their full compliance with the Standard Terms and Conditions, Item Specifications, and all other information contained in this Solicitation. 83 Agreement Deviation/Compliance Does the vendor agree with the language in the Vendor Yes Agreement? 84 Agreement Exceptions/Deviations Explanation If the proposing Vendor desires to deviate form the Vendor N/A Agreement language, all such deviations must be listed on this attribute, with complete and detailed conditions and information included. TIPS will consider any deviations in its proposal award decisions, and TIPS reserves the right to accept or reject any proposal based upon any deviations indicated below. In the absence of any deviation entry on this attribute, the proposer assures TIPS of their full compliance with the Vendor Agreement. 85 Texas Business and Commerce Code § 272 SB 807 prohibits construction contracts to have provisions (No Response Required) Requirements as of 9-1-2017 requiring the contract to be subject to the laws of another state, to be required to litigate the contract in another state, or to require arbitration in another state. A contract with such provisions is voidable. Under this new statute, a “construction contract” includes contracts, subcontracts, or agreements with (among others) architects, engineers, contractors, construction managers, equipment lessors, or materials suppliers. “Construction contracts” are for the design, construction, alteration, renovation, remodeling, or repair of any building or improvement to real property, or for furnishing materials or equipment for the project. The term also includes moving, demolition, or excavation. BY RESPONDING TO THIS SOLICITATION, AND WHEN APPLICABLE, THE PROPOSER AGREES TO COMPLY WITH THE TEXAS BUSINESS AND COMMERCE CODE § 272 WHEN EXECUTING CONTRACTS WITH TIPS MEMBERS THAT ARE TEXAS GOVERNMENT ENTITIES. 171105 - No-DigTec, LLC - Page 20 of 20 Line Items Response Total: $0.00 Pipe Bursting Proposal Part 1 - RFP # 171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 References Page 1 References No-DigTec, LLC’s References ACTON MUD 6420 Lusk Branch Court Granbury, Texas 76049 TJ Riggio, Water & Waste Water Superintendent (817) 408-0336 Riggio@amud.com NTMWD 505 E. Brown Street Wylie, Texas 75098 Jeff Ray, Sr. Engineer (972) 442-5405 JRay@ntmwd.com City of McKinney, Texas 1550 S. College Street McKinney, Texas 75069 Curtis Case, Water Department - Superintendent (972) 832-7238 CCase@mckinneytexas.org City of Plano, Texas 4120 W. Plano Pkwy Plano, Texas 75086 Darren Williams, CIP Sr. Inspector (972) 816-8121 DarrinW@plano.gov City of River Oaks, Texas 4900 River Oaks Blvd. River Oaks, Texas 76114 Gordon Smith, Public Works Director (817) 626-5421, #322 gsmith@riveroakstx.com City of Richland Hills 6700 Rena Drive Richland Hills, Texas 76118 Ken Cross, Public Works Superintendent (817) 616-3830 kcross@richlandhills.com City of Seagoville 702 N. Highway 175 Seagoville, Texas 75159 Phil DeChant, Water Utilities Director (972) 287-6823 City of Justin 415 N. College Avenue Justin, Texas 76247 Jon Wells, Public Works Director (940) 648-2541 jwells@cityofjustin.com NO-DIGTEC, LLCN/ASSS Pipe Bursting Proposal Part 1 - RFP # 171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Warranty Page 1 14. Warranty No-DigTec, LLC will honor our commitments to the TIPS Members through an outstanding responsive and customer service program. All warranty issues will be addressed immediately upon notification. Standard warranty agreements will be addressed in writing in the close out documentation as well as all manufacturers’ warranties on products, equipment and services. Typically No-DigTec, LLC provides a one year warranty from the completion date of the job. No-DigTec, LLC warrants against defective workmanship. Most pipe products we install comes with a 50 to 75 year life expectancy. Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 1 Qualification Questions &RQWUDFWRU([SHULHQFH 'HVFULEH\RXUFRQWUDFWRUH[SHULHQFHSHUIRUPLQJWKHZRUNSURSRVHGLQWKLVSURSRVDO,QFOXGHDEULHI GHVFULSWLRQRIWKHSURMHFWV\RXKDYHFRPSOHWHGIRUJRYHUQPHQWDOHQWLWLHVLQWKHODVW\HDUVDQGLQFOXGH IRUHDFKWKHSURMHFWQDPHVFRSHYDOXHDQGGDWHDQGWKHQDPHRIWKHSURFXULQJJRYHUQPHQWHQWLW\DQG HQWLW\FRQWDFWSHUVRQ Company History and Profile NO-DIGTEC, LLC is passionate about trenchless technology solutions for municipal, industrial, institutional and residential clients requiring rehabilitation of underground utility systems that have reached the end of its’ useful lifespan. As the due diligence studies of the water and sewer infrastructure installed between the turn of the century and post-World War II years have revealed millions of linear feet of pipe across the country need to be renewed. Trenchless pipe rehabilitation, pipe bursting and underground utility construction services demands high level competencies in engineering and environmental concerns to meet the broad needs of our fast growing economy. NO-DIGTEC is the largest Pipe Bursting contractor in North Texas and one of a handful of companies nationwide with the expertise and equipment to burst large diameter pipes of 24 inches and larger. NO-DIGTEC, LLC has worked for numerous governmental entities and municipalities, many of which are TIPS Members, to deliver underground infrastructure renewal projects compliant with strict environmental, safety, access and minimal surface disruption requirements. NO-DIGTEC, LLC brings knowledge of improved force capacity, steering and tracking systems, increased drive lengths, new and different types of pipe, and other advancements. NO-DIGTEC, LLC offers the most advanced trenchless technology equipment and underground renewal services including applications that involve UV and thermo curing, root control, polymer injection, and liquefying. NO-DIGTEC, LLC provides a comprehensive contracting service supported by a 24/7 customer support feature. Our experienced team will work hard and safe to make the process an easy one for the TIPS Members. NO-DIGTEC, LLC will be in constant communication with the TIPS Members through every step of the project to ensure its success. From the initial inquiry to review design guidelines and construction specifications through the warranty period, the NO-DIGTEC, LLC team will partner with the TIPS Members to get the job completed on time and within budget. Our value added pricing strategy does not reflected greater discounts, rather the most dependable, responsive and qualified pipeline rehabilitation team customers can't find anywhere else. NO-DIGTEC, LLC offers the TIPS Members the following proposed services that are listed below and discussed in more detail in the section entitled 18. Proposed Services. x Pipebursting Rehabilitation x HDPE Tight Fitting Liner (IPS diameters) x Pressure Pipeline Bypass x Excavation x Manhole, Access Portals and Wet Well Renewal Systems x All Other Underground Pipebursting Rehabilitation x Clean/TV and Evaluation for Gravity Pipelines x Gravity Sewer Lateral Renewal Systems x Manhole Seal/Stabilization Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 2 x Pavement Lifting x Trench Stabilization x Sewer Line Chemical Root Control x Water Quality Services x Additional Associated Items x Crew Travel and Mobilization Contractor Experience and Qualifications As Program Manager, Mr. John L. Newell, President of NO-DIGTEC, LLC will be responsible for every aspect of the TIPS Pipe Bursting Contract. His involvement encompasses all phases of our “cutting edge” approach to pipe bursting and underground renewal scope development, long term cost analysis, and optimizing for upsizing capacity requirements using the latest engineering technology and establishing best practices, next steps and outcomes in the industry. Mr. Newell will manage and coordinate cross-functional teams for a smooth rollout of properly implemented decisions to be compliant with regulatory, permitting, traffic and safety issues. He will facilitate discussions and coordination among operational stakeholders in order to manage existing resources in an effective way. He will prioritize competing needs with good reasoning and creative solutions to meet the needs of the TIPS Members. Mr. Newell has over 45 years of experience in underground utility construction in Texas and over 18 years of experience applying trenchless technology and pipe rehabilitation solutions to the aging water and sewer infrastructures in Dallas and throughout the North Central Texas Region. Mr. Newell is a pioneer of trenchless technology and a published educator in the teaching of underground construction and the latest trenchless methodologies. Please see Exhibit 2 for publications/articles. Mr. Newell promotes the use of trenchless technology and advancements of the science through his numerous publications and teaching engagements with clients, contractors, engineers, municipal employees, manufacturers, and etc. Through his professional affiliation and associations he has facilitated forums to support specific external programs relevant to trenchless technology solutions. Since 2000, Mr. Newell has overseen resource allocation, scope development, bidding, client relations, customer service, design, value engineering, construction management and safety/quality control for numerous pipe bursting contracts performed for several governmental entities such as Acton Municipal Utility District; City of Arlington; City of Carrollton; City of Cleburne; City of Dallas; City of Granbury; City of Grand Prairie; City of Grandview; City of Grapevine-Colleyville; ISD; City of Hurst; City of Lancaster; City of Lewisville; City of Lubbock; City of McKinney; City of Plano; Tarrant County; Tarrant County College; Texas A & M University; Texas Woman's University in Denton; City of White Settlement; City of Wichita Falls; and City of Wills Point. NO-DIGTEC, LLC Project Experience (Exhibit 1) and Publications (Exhibit 2) Please see NO-DIGTEC’s 2010 – 2017 Project Experience in Exhibit 1 and copies of Publications in Exhibit 2 that addresses NO-DIGTEC’s case studies of complex and cutting edge” approaches to trenchless technology and underground construction projects. NO-DIGTEC, LLC High Performance Project Team and Organization NO-DIGTEC, LLC’s organization is described on the following pages. The organizational design provides responsive service at a competitive cost and focuses optimum resources on each task. The organization closely integrates and effectively deploys resources from three teams. Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 3 x The Client Teams positioned in local offices focused on business development and project execution. x The Corporate Team that provides marketing services and other capabilities to support the Client Teams. This enables the Client Teams to focus their resources on serving the clients and growing new business. x The Extended Team of architects, engineers, subcontractors, and other experts that are deployed for project execution. Client Teams The Client Teams in local offices are staffed with exceptional Area Managers, Project Managers and Construction Managers. These personnel have delegated authority to execute most projects without corporate approval. This produces short cycle times and fast responses. The Client Teams report to John Newell, the NO-DIGTEC, LLC Program Manager for the TIPS Pipe Bursting Contract. Corporate Team The Corporate Team is structured to provide effective and responsive operational support and contract oversight to the Client Teams. The Corporate Team functions include: x Marketing x Partner alliances x Safety program management and deployment x Quality control program management and deployment x Training x Optimizing deployment of consultants and subcontractor resources based on client needs x Deploying best practices x Providing business operations and administrative support (e.g., accounting , information technology, human resources) Extended Team NO-DIGTEC, LLC has developed a broad range of delivery capabilities throughout our Extended Team. These capabilities provide a great deal of flexibility responding to client needs. For example, some of our smaller subcontractor partners provide very fast response on projects below $50,000. We use other larger subcontractor partners with scalable capabilities on larger projects. Our network-wide capabilities enable us to easily surge capacity on any project when needed. The network also provides broad technical capabilities and deep expertise. We maintain relationships with multiple consultants in order to get timely performance for our clients across all disciplines, at very competitive costs. Project Organization and Structure NO-DIGTEC, LLC’s high performance team approach maximizes overall performance by using a team of construction experts “on the ground” from an office located close to the client. Each Client Team is seamlessly supported by and integrated with operations and administrative capabilities provided by the Corporate Team. The Client Team will further maximize performance by achieving tight integration with subcontractors and consultants. Consultants will be used on either a project specific basis or for issue specific consultation. The combined forces of our high performance team, comprised of NO-DIGTEC, LLC and partner resources, will ensure high quality, responsive, and cost effective performance for the TIPS Members. Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 4 Corporate Team Resources Corporate Team resources support Client Teams and their assigned projects. This support includes safety program management and implementation, quality program management and implementation, marketing, administrative, IT, HR and accounting support. Operations Resources NO-DIGTEC, LLC’s pipebursting program for each project can leverage safety, quality, technical support, and estimating capabilities from throughout the NO-DIGTEC, LLC network. These resources can be drawn from our NO-DIGTEC, LLC employees or contractors depending on the duration of need and level of technical expertise required. This approach will achieve both excellence and cost effectiveness by seamlessly integrating the right expertise at the right time. Executive Level Commitment The Executive Team, comprised of John Newell, Rich Barrick and Dmitri Tisnoi, are highly committed to operating excellence, client satisfaction and the success of every project. The NO-DIGTEC, LLC Executive Team maintains a passion for excellence and open communication with clients, employees and business partners. Our Program Manager, Mr. John L. Newell, known as a pioneer of the trenchless technology industry will be the primary point of contract for the TIPS Pipebursting Contract. With corporate level involvement and program leadership of Mr. Newell, who was recently named Director of the Underground Construction Technology Association ("UCTA") for the North Texas Chapter, NO- DIGTEC, LLC offers TIPS Members a “cutting edge” approach to pipe bursting and underground renewal in terms of best practices, scope development, long term cost analysis, options for upsizing, and the latest engineering capacity requirements. Mr. Newell has over 45 years of experience in underground utility construction in Texas and over 18 years of experience applying trenchless technology and pipe rehabilitation solutions to the aging water and sewer infrastructures in Dallas and throughout the North Central Texas Region. NO-DIGTEC, LLC’s performance capabilities spans across the South and Southwest Regions of the United States with Mr. Newell’s management reach throughout several office locations in Texas, New Mexico and Oklahoma. NO-DIGTEC, LLC Network of Office Locations 'DOODV2IILFH 10931 Dennis Road Dallas, Texas 75229 (972) 488-9910 p (866) 280-0085 toll (972) 488-8108 f $XVWLQ2IILFH 10713 RR 620 North, Suite 622 Austin, Texas 78726 (866) 280-0085 toll (972) 488-8108 f +RXVWRQ2IILFH 7015 West Tidwell, Suite G-111A Houston, Texas 77092 (866) 280-0085 toll (972) 488-8108 f /XEERFN2IILFH 3403 73rd Street, Suite 4 Lubbock, Texas 79423 (866) 280-0085 toll (972) 488-8108 f 6DQ$QJHOR2IILFH 17 S. Chadbourne Street, #305 San Angelo, Texas 76903 (866) 280-0085 toll (972) 488-8108 f (O3DVR2IILFH 1307 Arizona Ave. Suite 3 El Paso, Texas 79902 (866) 280-0085 toll (972) 488-8108 f $OEXTXHUTXH102IILFH 3347 Columbia Dr. NE Albuquerque, NM 87107 (866) 280-0085 toll (972) 488-8108 f 2NODKRPD2IILFH 1648 South Gary Avenue Tulsa, Oklahoma 74104 (866) 280-0085 toll (972) 488-8108 f /LWWOH5RFN$52IILFH 10515 W. Markham, Suite G-6 Little Rock, AR 72205 (866) 280-0085 toll (972) 488-8108 f Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 5 NO-DIGTEC, LLC’S High Performance Organization 12',*7(&//& $XVWLQ 2IILFH 1HZ0H[LFR 2IILFH 2NODKRPD 2IILFH (O3DVR 2IILFH +RXVWRQ 2IILFH 6XEFRQWUDFWRUV &OLHQWV &RQVXOWDQWV9HQGRUV -2&2SHUDWLRQV Rich Barrick Consultant Advisor )LQDQFLDO Dmitri Tisnoi Energy Expert /XEERFN 2IILFH 3URJUDP0DQDJHPHQW John Newell Program Manager Primary Point of Contact /HJDO Ray Nichols General Counsel $FFRXQWLQJ,QYRLFLQJ Bridgette Smiley Office Manager 7HFKQLFDO6XSSRUW Cole Eby Project Manager )LHOG6XSHUYLVLRQ Alan Woodruff Job Supervisor '): 2IILFH 6DQ$QJHOR 2IILFH Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 6 -2+1/1(:(//352*5$00$1$*(5 6800$5<2)48$/,),&$7,216$1'(;3(5,(1&( x Over 40 years of underground utility construction experience x Over 15 years experience in the Trenchless Technology Industry x Director, North Texas Chapter, Underground Construction Technology Association ("UCTA") x 40 years of knowledge and experience as a business owner x Proven ability to build strong customer client relationships x Highly motivated educator in underground construction using the latest pipebursting and trenchless technology methodologies 352)(66,21$/$)),/,$7,216$662&,$7,216 Teaching engagements for trenchless technology classes to Engineering Students Speaker for the Center for Underground Infrastructure Research and Education (CUIRE) at The University of Texas at Arlington Instructor over multi-year events at Underground Construction Technology (UCT) Louisiana Tech University No Dig Conferences and NASTT Pipe Bursting Good Practices 352)(66,21$/(;3(5,(1&( 2000 – Present NO-DIGTEC, LLC – Managing Member Pioneer in the Trenchless Industry First to get trenchless pipe bursting approved in Dallas, Texas (2002) 1990 – 1998 Newell Properties – Managing Member Real Estate Development Land Development and Underground Utilities 1975 – 1990 Newell Construction – Owner General Construction Site work and underground utilities 38%/,&$7,216 Underground Construction, October 2017 – “Bursting in Grand Prairie” Trenchless International, Winter 2015 - “Bursting into the Unknown” Dig Different, August 2015 – “Bursting into the Business” Cleaner, August 2015 – “A Vision of the Future” Underground Construction, October 2014 – “Pipe Burst – A Walk in the Park for NO-DIGTEC” Trenchless Technology, October 2014 – Rehabilitation Runner Up for 2014 “Trinity River Recreation Area Pipe Burst” Cleaner, September 2014 – “Dual Assist, Pipe Bursting Help a Texas Contractor Meet Major Challenges” Opflow: American Water Works Association, August 2014 –“Infrastructure Renewal, Parks and Preservation Trees, Upsizing Challenge, Pipe-Bursting Project” Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 7 5,&+%$55,&.&2168/7$17$'9,625 6800$5<2)48$/,),&$7,216$1'(;3(5,(1&( For the past 42 years, Mr. Barrick has been involved in a variety of insurance, surety and risk management roles serving the construction industry. Most recently, Mr. Barrick was responsible for the product design and implementation of surety and insurance products for both federal and private sector indefinite delivery indefinite quantity construction contracts. Prior to that, Mr. Barrick was Risk Manager for a $300,000,000 construction company where his responsibilities included risk transfer analysis, procurement, and safety procedures. For the past 18 years, Mr. Barrick has been actively involved with the Center for Job Order Contracting Excellence (CJE), a research group sponsored by The Del E. Webb School of Construction at Arizona State University (ASU) in Tempe, Arizona. Mr. Barrick is also a Member of ASU’s Alliance for Construction Excellence (ACE). During his tenure with CJE and ACE, he has supported the expansion and continuous development of job order contracting in the construction industry through performance feedback, education and training programs. As the CJE Industry Chair, Mr. Barrick has been instrumental in reaching the research and development goals established to define measurable performance evaluation criteria and standards. He has promoted the expansion of the JOC market through education and encouraged the use of “best value” selection of JOC contractors. His strong commitment to continued improvement of the JOC program applications has enhanced the visibility of the CJE and the need to promote contractor performance feedback and involvement, education and training in the industry. As President of Basic IDIQ, Inc., Mr. Barrick is responsible for expansion, implementation and the safe execution of all job order contracts. He will conduct regular site visits to interface with project managers and contract officers ensuring full compliance of contractual requirements and safety obligations. Basic IDIQ currently holds Job Order Contracts with 6 different buying cooperatives throughtout several states. 352)(66,21$/$)),/,$7,216$662&,$7,216 Industry Chair, Center for Job Order Contracting Excellence (CJE), Arizona State University, Del E. Webb School of Construction Member, Alliance for Construction Excellence (ACE), Arizona State University General Lines License, Texas Department of Insurance Chairman, Basic NICA, S.A., Rivas, Nicaragua Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 8 5$<1,&+2/6*(1(5$/&2816(/ 6800$5<2)48$/,),&$7,216$1'(;3(5,(1&( x Dallas County Constable, Elected in 2014 – Current x Texas Civil Defense, Judge Advocate General Officer, Major x United States Marine Corps, Infantry x Licensed to practice law, Supreme Court of Texas, 2000 x U.S. Federal District Court for Northern District of Texas, 2001 x U.S. Federal District Court for Southern District of Texas, 2002 x U.S. Federal District Court for Eastern District of Texas, 2003 x U.S. Firth Circuit Court of Appeals, 2010 x Texas Peace Officer ('8&$7,21$1'$&&203/,6+0(176 Stephen F. Austin University, Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice The University of Tulsa College of Law, Juris Doctorate, Top Quarter 352)(66,21$/$662&,$7,21 x Texas Trail Lawyers Association x International Legal Fraternity x State Bar of Texas x Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Association x Colin County Arson Investigators Association 352)(66,21$/(;3(5,(1&( x 4 years Marine Infantry x 17+ years Litigation and Trial x Criminal Prosecutor x Sheriff’s Department, Nacogdoches County, Texas x Managing Attorney x Law Enforcement Administration x Fire Death Forensic Investigations Instructor Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 9 '0,75,7,612,(1(5*<,1'8675<&2168/7$17 6800$5<2)48$/,),&$7,216$1'(;3(5,(1&( x Energy industry leader with demonstrated areas of expertise in Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Sales and Marketing, O&G Construction, Alternative Fuels and Fuel Distribution + CNG/LNG x Passionate collaborator working with others to promote oil and gas (O&G) and alternative fuel industry (CNG/LNG). x Innovative and energetic business developer with the ability to introduce new sales/marketing strategies and influence polities and changes. 352)(66,21$/(;3(5,(1&( Industry leader for natural gas fuel market development. Expert representative for development of profitable business opportunities in the natural gas station construction, service and maintenance segment using compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG) in North America. Market mover for the accelerated adoption of natural gas as the alternative transportation fuel in Texas. Active member of Texas Natural Gas Foundation led by Texas State Rep. Jason Isaac. Active director/board member for Lone Star Clean Fuels Alliance (Clean Cities Coalition of Central Texas, Austin), 2017 Policy Task Force Member for Transportation, Water, Energy, and Environment Policy Task Force at Dallas Regional Chamber. Active member of TCU Energy Institute Consortium. Established relationships with key stakeholders in Southwest natural gas fuel market including equipment manufactures/technology providers, construction/service companies, engineering firms, regulatory agencies (RRC, TCEQ), local distribution companies, authorities having jurisdictions, fuel distributors, conversion technology providers, etc. Developed and currently running on autopilot a network of 10 plus keyword optimized websites associated with most popular aspects of natural gas fuel distribution industry in USA. Harvesting lead generation associated with equipment purchase, construction of CNG stations, CNG delivery services, grant writing services, vehicle conversion technologies and CNG fueling needs. Directly oversee procurement and Implementation of the first in Texas Public Private Partnership structure (P3) to build and operate jointly owned CNG fueling facility. Prepared and procured $570K TERP grant funding from Texas Commission for Environmental Quality (TCEQ). Recipient of Working for Clean Air'' Silver Award for companies under 500 employees from North Texas Clean Air Coalition in 2010. Speaker numerous Industry events including: 2017 Alternative Fuel Vehicles Safety Training for First Responders (Train-The-Trainer), 2016 Texas Railroad Commission CNG/ LNG Code and Compliance Workshop in Houston and Arlington, 2015 Brazosport Area Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Alliance for Brazoria County. 2014/2013 Texas Railroad Commission Natural Gas Summits in Laredo and Longview, Texas, 2013 How Oil and Gas Development Impacts Local Governments and Communities, 2010 Seminar on Past Present and Future of Alternative Fuel Vehicles in USA for NASA Engineers. Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 10 &2/((%<352-(&70$1$*(5 6800$5<2)48$/,),&$7,216$1'(;3(5,(1&( x Construction engineering and management x Experience in the Trenchless Technology Industry x Possess outstanding interpersonal, communication and management skills x Construction Quantity Takeoffs x OSHA Trained and Certified x Team Building & Leadership ('8&$7,21$1'$&&203/,6+0(176 2010 - 2012 Blinn College, Associate Degree in Arts – Business, Business Development Management 352)(66,21$/$)),/,$7,216 x Emergency Medical Technician- National Registration x Certified Paramedic- National Registration x Certified Firefighter 1 and 2- National and State Registration x Certifications in HazMat Awareness and Operations x Continuing Education in fire cause, prevention and protection 352)(66,21$/(;3(5,(1&( 2016 – Present NO-DIGTEC, LLC - Project Manager x Plan, organize and manage the overall day to day operations x Quality Control Management x Safety & Compliance Management x Vendor & Materials Management x Estimating & Job Costing x Construction Planning & Scheduling 2014 - 2016 LOWES HOME IMPROVEMENT– Pro-Services Sales Associate x Commercial Construction Project Sales x Assist Commercial Accounts with all aspects of material purchasing 2012 - 2014 JMEG ELECTRICAL CONTRACTORS– Electricians Assistant x Assist on-site electricians with equipment and tools for all projects x Assist with all hands on labor constructing a 2 story equipment garage 2012 - 2016 TEXAS Engineering Extension Service x Emergency Medical Technician, Certified Paramedic, Certified Firefighter 1 and 2 Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 11 2/,6³$/$1´:22'58))-2%683(59,625 6800$5<2)48$/,),&$7,216$1'(;3(5,(1&( x Over 25 years of experience working in the pipe bursting industry. x Solid knowledge of pipe bursting, underground utility work and operating heavy equipment. x 25 plus years of experience supervising construction projects. x Superb skills in performing safety inspections ensuring compliance with OSHA safety standards. x Strong leadership skills; able to prioritize, delegate tasks, and make sound decisions quickly while maintaining a focus on getting jobs completed. ('8&$7,21$1'$&&203/,6+0(176 United States Army 1968-1970 – Served in Vietnam Eastfield College 1970 – 1971 Mesquite, TX Registered with Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners Texas Commercial Drivers License Completed the required 6 hour Continuing Education Course for Licensed Plumbers and Plumbing Inspectors, for the 2013-2014 CPE Course Year. Completed 10-hour and 30-hour OSHA program Completed OSHA Confined Space Safety training course 352)(66,21$/(;3(5,(1&( 2009 – Present NO-DIGTEC, LLC – Job Supervisor x Dispatch construction crews for daily tasks. x Ensure all tasks comply with project protocols. x Report progress and incidents to managers and customers. x Responsible for overseeing all pipebursting projects for institutional, municipal and residential clients. 2001 – 2009 Insituform Technologies - Superintendent x Schedule, monitor and inspect all pipebursting projects from start to finish for the states of Texas and Oklahoma x Facilitated the speed of an urgent construction project by providing relevant resources and keeping quality and time in check. 1990 – 2002 Cullen Construction Company - Foreman x Coordinate construction projects in terms of supplies and resources x Responsible for overseeing all pipe bursting and open cut work. 1980 – 1990 John Burns Construction – Construction Worker x Operated heavy equipment for underground utility work 1972 – 1980 Operating Engineers Union - Local 714, Crane Operator Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 12 %5,'*(77(60,/(<2)),&(0$1$*(5 6800$5<2)48$/,),&$7,216$1'(;3(5,(1&( x Over 35 years of business experience maintaining a high level of professionalism x Extensive experience in civil, criminal and family law x Over 18 years of surgical medical practice management x Extensive experience in bookkeeping and payroll management x Human Resource training, development and employee relations x Regulatory compliance 352)(66,21$/(;3(5,(1&( 2014 – Present NO-DIGTEC, LLC - Office Manager x Direct personnel, training and labor relations activities x Conduct orientations to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives x Establish new application protocols that increased interview applicant quality x All phases of payroll, certified payroll, tax filings, job reporting and organization 2008 - 2014 JOHN H. CARNEY & ASSOCIATES – Paralegal x Manage trial calendar, judicial calendar and firm calendar x Act as Court liaison between Judges, Court Administration, Attorneys and Clients x Draft and prepare judicial filings and correspondence x Examine Deeds of Trust, Judgements, and legal Court filings x Prepare case exhibits and evidence in advance of trial dates x Coordinate successful outcomes in cases involving large settlements 2005 - 2008 DOUG STANLEY FORD - Director Human Resources x Management of eight departments and 145 dealership personnel x Payroll, benefits and employee relations x Direct relations with Ford Motor Company on management of dealership floorplan in excessive of $10,000,000 1999 - 2005 DALLAS PETERBILT - Director Human Resources x Management of nine department and 225 dealership personnel x Payroll, benefits and employee relations x Coordination and management leading to Dealership of the Year Award by Peterbilt 1983-1995 JOHN B. BARNETT, MD – Surgical Assistant and Office Manager Assist Surgeon with day to day patient care and surgical procedures Management of regulatory requirements including State, Federal and Accreditation Standards Management of financial and strategic planning of surgical office ('8&$7,21$1'$&&203/,6+0(176 1980 - 1983 EL CENTROL COLLEGE- Associate Degree Nursing (AAS) 1984 - Present Notary Public, State of Texas Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 13 )LQDQFLDO&DSDELOLW\ 'HVFULEH\RXUILQDQFLDOFDSDELOLW\WRSHUIRUPWKLVFRQWUDFW'HVFULEHWKHFRPSDQ\¶VILQDQFLDOVWUHQJWKDQG UDWLQJERQGLQJFDSDFLW\DQGLQVXUDQFHFRYHUDJHOLPLWV NO-DIGTEC, LLC is financially capable to perform pipe bursting projects similar in size and complexity to the customer requirements described in the TIPS RFP. Please see Exhibit 3: Financial Information for the Bank Reference letter and the Financial Statements to demonstrate our financial strength and rating in the industry. NO-DIGTEC, LLC holds an aggregate bonding capability of $15,000,000 with a single limit of $5,000,000. NO-DIGTEC, LLC maintains insurance coverage limits from the agency of Swingle, Collins & Associates. A Certificate of Insurance is provided in Exhibit 3: Financial Information, and the agency contact information is as follows: Swingle, Collins & Associates Attn: Service Department 13760 Noel Road, Suite 600 Dallas Texas 75240 (972) 387-3000 phone (972) 387-3808 fax services@swinglecollins.com %RQGLQJ&DSDELOLW\ ,IDMREXQGHUWKLVFRQWUDFWUHTXLUHVERQGLQJSOHDVHOLVW\RXUERQGLQJFRPSDQ\RUVXUHW\WKDWZLOOLVVXHWKH ERQGV3URRIRIERQGFDSDFLW\UHTXLUHG Bonds will be provided by Allied Surety Bonding with the Insurors Indeminity Company. Please see Exhibit 3: Financial Information for the bonding capacity letter. Allied Surety Bonding Attn: Lisa Rockett, Bonding Agent 3057 Ridgeview Drive Grapevine, Texas 76051 (817) 410-7993 phone (800) 447-7802 toll (817) 410-7994 fax lisa@alliedsurety.com 4XDOLW\&RQWURO 'HVFULEHLQGHWDLOWKHTXDOLW\FRQWURO\RXZLOOXVHLQFOXGLQJWKLUGSDUW\DXGLWLQJFHUWLILFDWLRQWRVXSSRUWWKH ORQJWHUPSHUIRUPDQFHDQGVWUXFWXUDOVWUHQJWKRIWKHSURGXFWVWREHXVHGLQDSURMHFWXQGHUWKLVFRQWUDFW NO-DIGTEC, LLC will apply rigorous quality assurance and control processes specifically designed to address all design and construction challenges—our structured approaches to quality yield dependable, repeatable processes and professional solutions. Quality control is based on technical service, professionalism, innovation, communication, and adherence to budgets and schedules. To ensure compliance with the stated intent of quality and “constructability”, the NO-DIGTEC Team will continuously monitor quality by means of documentation, field testing, observation and regular inspections and reporting. Quality requirements are defined and documented showing how requirements are met. Quality planning will consider and include: x Preparation of master list of quality documents (with current revision status) to detail quality requirements. Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 14 x Availability of required manufacturing controls, processes and equipment; inspection and test equipment; and skill need to achieve the required quality. x The identification and preparation of quality records Engineering requirements are specified by customer specifications and industry codes, standards or specifications and are documented on all products. Drawings will include acceptance tolerances, welding, testing, material, processing, and identification. Quality Control Plan Pipe Manufacturers are required to perform quality control sampling, testing and record keeping on all products. All Products produced by the Pipe Manufacturers must meet all the requirements of the standard specifications for its type. Since each Pipe Manufacturer is knowledgeable about their manufacturing process and Product’s history, each Pipe Manufacturer determines their appropriate quality control testing frequency. Pipe Manufacturers must supply a written quality control plan that details how the Pipe Manufacturer will control the equipment, materials, and production methods to insure that the specified products meet the requirements. The following information must be included in this quality control plan: x Provide a list of manufacturing facilities and location of plants. x Provide a list of the applicable pipe products produced at each plant. x Provide the name and title of the individual responsible for the quality control program x Identify the method of sampling and testing of raw materials and product including the lot size and tests performed. x Designate the frequency for each test conducted by the Pipe Manufacturer. x Designate the methods used to identify each lot of material during manufacturing, testing, storage and shipment. x Identify program for handling nonconforming product and investigation and corrective action procedures to remedy the problem. Parameters during field testing and observation of trenchless construction methods are evaluated: x Effects of drilling fluids used during boring x Accuracy x Identifying possible effects on embankments and road structures x Identifying possible soil deformations and effects on adjacent structures and utilities x Suggesting possible improvements in safety and productivity x Determining potential pitfalls for individual methods x Use of different types of pipe materials Parameters for products or services associated with production include: x An onsite audit of the suppliers quality system and facilities x A review of the suppliers documented quality system x A review of the suppliers historical performance for the products or services provided x Evidence that a supplier holds an industry accreditation/license x Products will clearly described quality requirements, instructions, procedures, specifications, drawings, and other data x Purchase orders are reviewed and approved for adequacy of specific requirements including quality requirements Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 15 Parameters for products inspection, testing, measuring and calibration include: x Upon receipt to product, receiving personnel will perform visual inspection to verify conformance to the purchase order for total quantity and quality. x Products will be processed prior to conformance verification. x Finished product inspections to verify conformance with quality specifications. x Inspection, measuring and test equipment used for acceptance of products calibrated periodically. x Notification of Non-Compliant Product. x Immediately notify the Supervisor of any test failures on pipe shipped to or in transit to the site. x Identify, segregate and dispose of inventory that does not comply with applicable specifications. x Maintain records regarding disposition of non-compliant product. Sample Identification and Record Keeping. x Sample identification and record keeping are critical. x Properly identify samples and record test data accurately. x Quality Control samples will be uniquely identified to provide traceability. x Quality Control and Quality Assurance records will be retained for a minimum of two years, and made available upon request. x Test reports will indicate the action taken to resolve non-compliant product. 5HVROXWLRQ6\VWHP If any pipe, fitting or coupling fails to conform to the applicable specifications, it may be re-tested to establish conformity. Individual test results will be used to determine conformity. The quality requirements outlined in the specifications will determine the methods utilized to resolve product quality concerns. Pipe Bursting Proposal Request for Proposal #171105 December 15, 2017 December 15, 2017 Qualification Questions Page 16 6DIHW\ 'HVFULEHLQGHWDLODOOGRFXPHQWHGVDIHW\LVVXHVLIDQ\WKDWKDYHLQYROYHG\RXUFRPSDQ\LQWKHODVW \HDUVUHODWHGWRWKHW\SHRIZRUNFRQWHPSODWHGXQGHUWKLVFRQWUDFW Safety Record NO-DIGTEC, LLC has had no OSHA violations during the last three years, which exhibits our dedication to our comprehensive safety program. Our comprehensive safety program promotes continuous training and safety management. Our commitment to safety and the well-being of everyone on the job site complies with OSHA (10- hour and 30-hour) trainings required of all project staff and has resulted in zero lost-time accidents. Every site we operate is regularly inspected to ensure our employees are effectively applying the training they receive and to provide ongoing assistance in implementing our safety program. Our continued efforts have proven effective in protecting our staff, subcontractors, owners and the community. NO-DIGTEC, LLC’s Workers Compensation Experience Rating is .94. To maximize safety and mitigate personnel risks, NO-DIGTEC uses 3,&6$XGLWLQJ//& ("PICS") to insure safety protocols and insurance compliance. PICS is a global contractor management consortium committed to improving Health, Safety and Quality. PICS’ prequalification and auditing services have become the standard in many industries, including: Chemical, Construction, Energy, Food & Beverage, Oil & Gas, Mining, Manufacturing, Pulp & Paper and Pharmaceutical. The PICS physical address is 3,&6$XGLWLQJ//&17701 Cowan, #140, Irvine, CA 92614. PICS was created more than a decade ago with a focus on improving safety. PICS ensures that suppliers are prequalified to work in a safe and sustainable manner. PICS helps companies create a safe and sustainable prequalification program for contractors, vendors and suppliers using a simple, online interface. PICS provides safety training on procedures and oversight of company policies to ensure compliance by all employees working in excavations. As shown in job site photos, the OSHA-compliant trench box, safety equipment, hard hats, and safety vests are mandatory. Safety is paramount on NO-DIGTEC's job sites. Heavy mechanical equipment is required to get the trenchless equipment tooling and specialized pipe bursting tools in place on the job site. Safety begins with extensive pre-job planning, and is implemented throughout every phase of the project. NO-DIGTEC 2017INVOICED FOOTAGE EXISTINGHDPE PIPE SIZECITY PROJECT NAME/DESCRIPTION CONTACT PHONEJan-17 485 6 8 Richland HillsLavadie to OxleyKen Cross817-296-5006Feb-17 1,058 6 8 ArdmoreWO #3Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Feb-17 2,371 15 18 Grand Prairie2017 Grand Prairie W & WW ImprovementsJay Bell214-876-8492Feb-17 276 8 10 Richland HillsHovenkampKen Cross817-296-5006Mar-17 502 8 12 CelinaCelinaCharles Thomason972-271-9333Mar-17 1,002 6 8 ArdmoreWO #4Ben Hawkins817-516-0442Mar-17 4,223 6 6 ArdmoreWO #5Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Mar-17 280 8 8 DallasIsbella LnDaniel Garcia214-878-7759Apr-17 322 6 8 DallasMockingbird DinerReese Baez972-474-4077Apr-17 570 6 10 Granbury2015 Sanitary Sewer ProjectBen Hawkins817-516-0440Apr-17 640 8 10 DallasLomo Alto & TollwayShane Huffman214-236-5658May-17 162 4 6 DallasS. Adams AveDaniel Garcia214-689-0489Jun-17 731 6 8 RichardsonArapahoJosh Awalt817-516-0441Jun-17 105 4 4 DallasAzalea LaneJeremy Russell214-453-9180Jul-17 100 6 6 DallasE Davis StJeremy Routsong972-226-2460Aug-17 2,269 6 8 GranburySonora / Mission CtBen Hawkins817-516-0441Aug-17 541 6 8 GarlandProfit & LavonJay Bell214-876-8492Aug-17 150 6 6 River OaksOhio GardenMarvin Gregory817-626-5421Sep-17 283 6 8 Richland HillsOxleyKen Cross817-296-5006Sep-17 1,520 10 12 Richland HillsAllena LaneKen Cross817-296-5006Oct-17 1,398 8 8 IrvingStafford, Finley, CrantonJay Bell214-876-8492Oct-17 525 24 24 PlanoRowlett CreekDeAngelo Henderson346-217-6708Oct-17 285 6 8 River OaksSchiemeMarvin Gregory817-626-5421Oct-17 1,369 6 8 DeSotoPart 1Cyrstal Owens972-230-9600Nov-17 388 10 12 DeSotoPart 2Crystal Owens972-230-9600Nov-17 286 10 12 DeSotoPart 3Crystal Owens972-230-9600Nov-17 1,045 6 8 DeSotoPart 8Crystal Owens972-230-9600Dec-17 237 10 12 DeSotoPart 4&6Crystal Owens972-230-9600Dec-17 307 12 12 DeSotoPart 5Crystal Owens972-230-9600Dec-17 1,46068DeSotoPart 7Crystal Owens972-230-9600Total LF24,890EXHIBIT 1: PROJECT EXPERIENCE NO-DIGTEC 2016INVOICED FOOTAGE EXISTINGHDPE PIPE SIZECITY PROJECT NAME/DESCRIPTION CONTACT PHONEJan-16 110 6 6 River OaksAlmena & SherwoodJames Hatley817-829-0772Jan-16 1,055 8 8 River OaksCoates Rd.James Hatley817-829-0774Jan-16 300 6 8 Grayson CollegeGrayson College CirBen Hawkins817-516-0441Jan-16 493 10 12 TRASulphur BranchJason Williford682-518-1221Jan-16 440 12 16 DallasDWU - ForestShaneFeb-16 640 10 14 TRASulphur BranchJason Williford682-518-1221Feb-16 157 18 22 DallasDallas 12-273/14-274Feb-16 747 18 28 DallasDallas 12-273/14-275Mar-16 712 6 8 Richland HillsHardisty St.Ken Cross817-296-5006Mar-16 632 12 16 TRASulphur BranchJason Williford682-518-1222Apr-16 55 6 6 Richland Hills7301 GlenviewKen Cross817-296-5006Apr-16 420 6 8 Richland HillsLabadie/Granada EasementKen Cross817-296-5006May-16 60 6 6 IrvingCoventry Village Condo'sJohn NewellMay-16 490 6 8 River OaksAlmena & Kessler rear easementJames Hatley817-829-0771Jun-16 645 8 10 River OaksThomas LnJames Hatley817-829-0777Jun-16 8,148 6 8 DeSotoDeSoto 2015 Renovation & ReplacementChris Johnson972-263-3223Jun-16 600 6 8 IrvingDr Pepper PlantJohn Baker972-888-6773Jul-16 2,180 6 10 GranburyMeadowlarkBen Hawkins817-516-0440Jul-16 5,435 10 14 Van AlstyneOutfall lineBen Hawkins817-516-0442Aug-16 691 6 8 HeathHeath Dr.John NewellNDTAug-16 370 10 12 JustinHwy 156 & Barrett Dr.John NewellNDTAug-16 250 6 8 River OaksAmherst & YaleJames Hatley817-829-0773Sep-16 60 4 6 Acton MUDFairway & ComancheBen Hawkins817-516-0436Sep-16 165 6 8 Acton MUDJustine CtBen Hawkins817-516-0437Sep-16 210 6 6 Acton MUDProspect HillBen Hawkins817-516-0438Sep-16 891 6 8 ArdmoreWO #1Ben Hawkins817-516-0439Sep-16 2,491 6 8 ArdmoreWO #2Ben Hawkins817-516-0440Sep-16 185 12 16 GarlandTag 2Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Sep-16 352 24 24 DeSotoDeSoto 2015 Renovation & ReplacementChris Johnson972-263-3223Sep-16 115 8 8 ArlingtonSusan & HadleyShane Huffman214-236-5658Oct-16 210 6 8 River OaksNancy St.James Hatley817-829-0776Oct-16 289 8 12 GarlandTag 5Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Oct-16 200 10 12 GarlandTag 8Ben Hawkins817-516-0439 NO-DIGTEC 2016Nov-16 361 6 8 DallasChick-fil-A, IncJohn Newell972-880-9940Nov-16 370 10 12 River OaksHope St., Phase IJames Hatley817-829-0775Nov-16 42568 SeagovilleElizabeth LnJohn NewellNDTTotal LF 30,954 NO-DIGTEC 2015INVOICED FOOTAGE EXISTINGHDPE PIPE SIZECITY PROJECT NAME/DESCRIPTION CONTACT PHONEJan-15 900 6 8 McKinneyVirginia St.Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Feb-15 960 12 16 LancasterRR SS line from 2nd past Main St.Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Mar-15 256 6 8 CarrolltonPeters Colony/Ash HillShane 214-236-5658Apr-15 258 6 8 ColleyvilleWhispering Hills Dr.Kelsey972-263-6907Apr-15 554 6 8 Richland HillsRuth Rd.Ken Cross817-296-5006Apr-15 340 6 8 Richland HillsDogwood ParkKen Cross817-296-5006May-15 455 6 8 Richland HillsKingsbury AveKen Cross817-296-5006May-15 1,166 6 8 River OaksChurchill RdJames Hatley817-829-0771Jul-15 151 6 8 ArlingtonWestview TerraceJosh817-478-8088Jul-15 590 6 8 Richland HillsVance RdKen Cross817-296-5006Jul-15 255 6 8 River OaksHarvard St.James Hatley817-829-0771Aug-15 445 6 8 SeagovilleWoodhaven Subdivision, Phase IBen Hawkins817-516-0441Aug-15 3,640 6 8 SeagovilleWoodhaven Subdivision, Phase IIBen Hawkins817-516-0441Aug-15 75 4 4 Plano329 Independence PkwyJeremy Russell214-453-9180Sep-15 176 4 6 Acton MUDActon School Rd.Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Sep-15 606 6 8 Mt. Pleasant2015 Sewer RehabilitationBen Hawkins817-516-0442Sep-15 152 8 10 IrvingLas Colinas Golf CourseRandy Bennett972-399-1066Sep-15 5,169 6 8 Mesquite2013 Alley ImprovementsClint Symank214-578-1818Sep-15 582 6 8 Mesquite2013 Alley ImprovementsClint Symank214-578-1818Oct-15 176 6 8 Acton MUDBontura Rd.Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Oct-15 549 6 8 Acton MUDEsplande CourtBen Hawkins817-516-0441Oct-15 455 21 24 NTMWDCottonWood CreekBen Hawkins817-516-0441Oct-15 408 8 10 RowlettRowlett Assisted LivingMike Butler903-450-4448Nov-15 2,722 15 16 CarrolltonCrosby Road Sewer Main RehabGabriel Carrizales972-913-2322Nov-15 6,773 10 14 Van Alstyne2015 Sewer RehabilitationBen Hawkins817-516-0441Nov-15 221 10 12 TRASulphur BranchJason Williford682-518-1221Nov-15 1,962 12 14 TRASulphur BranchJason Williford682-518-1221Nov-15 820 14 16 TRASulphur BranchJason Williford682-518-1221Nov-15 2,7052124 AllenCottonwood Creek Trenchless Pipe ReplacementJimmy Knipps214-456-8511Total LF33,521 NO-DIGTEC 2014INVOICED FOOTAGE EXISTINGHDPE PIPE SIZECITY PROJECT NAME/DESCRIPTION CONTACT PHONEJan-14 100 10 10 PlanoPlano Ave KBen Hawkins817-516-0441Feb-14 120 12 12 TRACheek_Sprarger Rd Emergency RepairTim Merrill708-516-8257Mar-14 7,500 4 4 PlanoPlano 2014-151-P SS RehabBen Hawkins817-516-0441Mar-14 295 6 8 CleburnePark East DrBen Hawkins817-516-0441Mar-14 35 4 4 DallasAir DynamicsCalvin Knight972-800-7360Mar-14 110 4 4 MesquiteTXDOTRobert Reeves214-350-9555Apr-14 854 6 8 River OaksTulane St.Cyndi Walker817-850-7941Apr-14 322 6 8 GranburyElizbethBen Hawkins817-516-0441Apr-14 2,061 6 8 HeathForce MainAdrian Smartt972-931-1263Apr-14 1,826 24 32 TRATRA Boyd's Branch 24-32"Jason Wilford817-713-1862Apr-14 257 24 34 TRATRA Boyd's Branch 24-34"Jason Wilford817-713-1861Jun-14 335 6 8 GranburyW. Bluff St.Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Jun-14 725 6 8 River OaksSpringer St.James Hatley817-829-0771Jun-14 611 8 10 LewisvilleWestwood II SS OutfallBen Hawkins817-516-0441Jul-14 1,175 24 28 TRATRA Boyd's Branch 24-28"Jason Wilford817-713-1862Jul-14 581 6 8 McKinneyElm St.Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Aug-14 496 8 8 DallasSt Paul & FederalTim Merrill708-516-8257Aug-14 902 6 8 SeagovilleFly St.Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Sep-14 500 6 8 River OaksPenrod/Langley EasementJames Hatley817-829-0771Sep-14 307 12 18 Highland ParkSt. John St.David Ferguson214-559-9377Sep-14 370 6 8 SeagovilleFly St. Seg 3Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Sep-14 10,868 6 8 Ardmore, OK2013 SS RehabBen Hawkins817-516-0442Oct-14 391 6 8 ArlingtonRoyce St. projectAlford817-312-3544Oct-14 416 6 8 MidlothianCommunity DrBen Hawkins817-516-0442Dec-14 510810 SeagovilleModene & Hwy 175Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Total LF 31,667 NO-DIGTEC 2013INVOICED FOOTAGE EXISTINGHDPE PIPE SIZECITY PROJECT NAME/DESCRIPTION CONTACT PHONEJan-13 4,500 4 4 PlanoPlano WO-10Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Jan-13 85 8 8 Edgecliff VillagePipe Bursting of 8" VCT to 8" DIPSGabriel Carrizales972-913-2322Jan-13 2,059 30 16 CarrolltonFurneaux CreekMatt Leazer972-434-6789Jan-13 2,236 6 8 Witchita Falls2012 BUIPBen Hawkins817-516-0441Feb-13 138 6 6 IrvingFuller Dr. Irving 6" A/C Water Adan Perez708-516-8257Feb-13 2,302 8 8 IrvingFuller Dr. Irving 8" A/C Water Adan Perez708-516-8258Feb-13 3,531 12 18 LancasterCity of Lancaster/Keller BranchBen Hawkins817-516-0441Apr-13 4,500 4 4 PlanoPlano WO-11Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Apr-13 1,156 6 8 DeSotoCity of DeSotoRon Dalton214-330-5229Apr-13 1,361 8 10 DeSotoCity of DeSotoRon Dalton214-330-5229Apr-13 512 12 12 DeSotoCity of DeSotoRon Dalton214-330-5229Apr-13 516 18 24 DeSotoCity of DeSotoRon Dalton214-330-5229Apr-13 1,241 6 8 SeagovilleWater St.John Newell972-488-9910Apr-13 2,734 6 8 Ardmore, OKMainline Repairs-Basin 10Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Apr-13 417 6 8 ArlingtonCenter & SouthmoorDennis Gulley972-241-2621May-13 1,589 6 8 Acton MUD2013 BUIP MainlineBen Hawkins817-516-0441May-13 50 6 8 Grand PrairieSmall HillScott817-825-4084Jun-13 1,045 6 8 Town of Highland PAlley RehabGabriel Carrizales972-913-2322Jun-13 1,859 6 8 Town of Highland PAlley RehabGabriel Carrizales972-913-2323Jul-13 277 6 8 ArlingtonPark RowKatelyn Rollins972-263-6907Aug-13 4,500 4 4 PlanoPlano WO-12Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Aug-13 696 6 8 GrapevineGrapevine High SchoolRodney972-502-2762Aug-13 77 4 4 Arlington816 Ross TrailJim817-894-1809Aug-13 110 4 4 IrvingTrinity Valley Softball FieldDameon Taulton972-644-8859Sep-13 2,474 3 4 PearsallAlabama St. & Oak St.Rob Tobias830-334-3676Sep-13 700 6 8 PearsallMesquite St.John Newell972-488-9910Oct-13 486 6 8 CarrolltonSherwoodDennis Gulley972-241-2621Nov-13 5,404 21 24 NTMWDCottonWood CreekBen Hawkins817-516-0441Nov-13 670 6 8 McKinneyMcDonald St. & Virginia St.Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Nov-13 324 6 8 SachseCornwall Ln.Joey Crase972-495-7600Dec-13 1,84068 Ardmore, OK2013 SS RehabBen Hawkins817-516-0442Total LF49,389 No-DIGTEC 2012INVOICED FOOTAGE EXISTINGHDPE PIPE SIZECITY PROJECT NAME/DESCRIPTION CONTACT PHONEJan-12 4,500 4 4 PlanoPlano FY 09-10 SS Rehab WO #7Josh Awalt817-516-0441Jan-12 902 6 6 McKinneyWhite Way 6" Water LineBen Hawkins817-516-0441Jan-12 50 4 4 Arlington6940 Allen Place DrEstimator817-466-8103Jan-12 1,421 6 8 BenbrookFY 2010 SS RehabNeal469-422-7580Jan-12 480 8 10 Fort WorthLockheed Martin SS UpgradesKeith817-596-3513Jan-12 300 10 12 Fort WorthLockheed Martin SS UpgradesKeith817-596-3513Jan-12 640 12 16 Fort WorthLockheed Martin SS UpgradesKeith817-596-3513Feb-12 3,062 6 8 LancasterLancaster 2007 Water Line ReplacementBen Hawkins817-516-0441Feb-12 3,260 6 8 LancasterLancaster Lexington, Arlington Water Main RehabBen Hawkins817-516-0442Feb-12 70 1 1 Dallas5616 CovehavenJames Troxel214-543-9736Mar-12 138 12 12 Dallas635 & Webb ChappelJustin972-832-7250Mar-12 2,967 10 12 IrvingIrving WaterAdan Perez708-516-8259Apr-12 300 6 8 Grandview3rd St.Roy Roberts817-822-8608Apr-12 120 0 2 DallasBank of AmericaEddie Williams469-951-7712Apr-12 40 4 4 Carrollton2225 Creekview St.Frank972-466-3410Apr-12 3,164 6 8 IrvingIrving WaterAdan Perez708-516-8260Apr-12 200 6 8 Fort WorthWestover TerraceJosh Lambert817-988-4479May-12 4,500 4 4 PlanoPlano FY 09-10 SS Rehab WO #8Josh Awalt817-516-0441May-12 1,115 6 8 GarlandGarland 5th Street Tag #8 Ben Hawkins817-516-0441May-12 442 6 8 Acton MUDCirco Dr.Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Jun-12 387 6 8 Acton MUDCimmaron TrailBen Hawkins817-516-0441Jun-12 3,359 6 8 DuncanvilleKinkhaven/Linkview, Linkview/Linkcrest, Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Jun-12 40 4 4 Arlington4900 Westhaven RdEstimator817-466-8103Jul-12 300 6 8 Fort WorthMarigold Ave & Honeysuckle AveStuart Spradley214-601-6732Aug-12 474 6 8 GranburyHwy 377Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Aug-12 217 6 8 GarlandBobtown & Joan RoadBen Hawkins817-516-0441Aug-12 649 6 8 GarlandS. Garland Ave & Main StreetBen Hawkins817-516-0441Sep-12 6,139 6 8 Wichita Falls2012 BUIPBen Hawkins817-516-0441Sep-12 1,338 10 16 IrvingIrving, Carl Rd.Gabriel Carrizales972-913-2322Oct-12 4,500 4 4 PlanoPlano FY 09-10 SS Rehab WO #9Josh Awalt817-516-0441Oct-12 40 4 4 Carrollton3305 Greenglen St.Frank972-466-3410Oct-12 150 8 8 Dallas635 & MidwayJustin 972-832-7250Nov-12 60 4 4 Ft. Worth2238 5th AveEstimator817-466-8103 No-DIGTEC 2012Dec-12 450 12 18 LancasterLancaster SS Improvements Eastside Phase 1 Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Dec-12 8501210 Richland HillsScruggs & Airport Fwy 121Ken Cross817-296-5006Total LF 46,624 NO-DIGTEC 2011INVOICED FOOTAGE EXISTINGHDPE PIPE SIZECITY PROJECT NAME/DESCRIPTION CONTACT PHONEJan-11 1,993 6 8 DuncanvilleWater & WW Improvements FY 2011Gabriel Carrizales972-913-2322Jan-11 4,500 4 4 PlanoPlano FY 09-10 SS Rehab WO #4Josh Awalt817-516-0441Jan-11 330 8 10 DuncanvilleWater & WW Improvements FY 2011Gabriel Carrizales214-475-3561Feb-11 320 15 16 ArlingtonFriendly Trailer Park ImprovementsTim Peterie940-498-0253Feb-11 220 6 8 LancasterWest Rd. project - FFE TruckingPhil Curtis972-218-2326Feb-11 40 4 4 MesquiteTripp Rd.Alford817-312-3544Feb-11 1,068 6 6 Lake WorthWallis Rd.Neal469-422-7580Feb-11 925 6 8 Lake WorthWallis Rd.Neal469-422-7581Mar-11 803 6 8 BenbrookEdgecliff VillageNeal469-422-7580Mar-11 572 8 8 Lake WorthLake Worth ParkNeal469-422-7580Mar-11 306 6 6 Edgecliff35 Chelsea DriveNeal469-422-7580Mar-11 160 8 8 Edgecliff35 Chelsea DriveNeal469-422-7581Apr-11 4,500 4 4 PlanoPlano FY 09-10 SS Rehab WO #5Josh Awalt817-516-0441Apr-11 100 4 4 Plano5602 Democracy Drive Station #7Gary Hay972-487-7571Apr-11 160 4 4 Irving5205 N. O'Connor BlvdAndy or RobertR- 214-636-9490Apr-11 162 6 8 EdgecliffCrowley Rd.Neal469-422-7580May-11 40 4 4 Carrollton2046 & 2047 Kings Rd.Frank972-466-3410May-11 441 6 8 EulessMills Dr.Neal469-422-7580May-11 400 4 6 Lancaster555 S. HutchinsDavid972-259-5286May-11 75 1 1 DallasDennis Rd. AutoJohn Newell972-488-9911Jun-11 54 0 2 Dallas4718 Lawler DriveJohn Cook469-383-9306Jun-11 160 0 4 Ft. Worth9217 South FreewayDavid713-462-6707Jun-11 40 4 4 Carrollton2016 KingsFrank972-466-3410Jun-11 145 0 2 Mesquite4809 N. GallowayJason972-4840522Jul-11 74 0 16 KennedaleNew Hope Road South (Pipe Ramming)Neal469-422-7580Jul-11 145 4 4 Ft. Worth1910 MarigoldMatt817-501-6207Jul-11 50 0 2 Dallas1310 Tanger LaneJohn Cook469-383-9306Jul-11 40 4 4 Carrollton2808 N.Surrey LaneFrank972-466-3410Aug-11 79 0 2 Dallas6913 LakewoodJames Troxel214-543-9736Aug-11 42 0 2 Dallas917 McKinney StreetJohn Cook469-383-9306Aug-11 196 12 16 Fort WorthFort Worth Contract 65Gabriel Carrizales972-913-2322Sep-11 500 8 8 CarrolltonCarrollton PB 8"Frank972-466-3410Sep-11 80 6 8 CarrolltonCarriage & MarshFrank972-466-3410 NO-DIGTEC 2011Sep-11 100 2 2 Plano2015 Coit Rd.Eddie Williams469-951-7712Sep-11 44 4 4 Dallas 10137 Cormwell Drive John Cook469-383-9306Sep-11 40 4 4 Carrollton1841 Chamberlain Dr.Frank972-466-3410Oct-11 4,500 4 4 PlanoPlano FY 09-10 SS Rehab WO #6Josh Awalt817-516-0441Oct-11 60 0 2 Dallas1913 Hamilton DriveJohn Cook469-383-9306Oct-11 18 0 2 Arlington2626 Cedar View DrEstimator817-466-8103Oct-11 195 4 4 Edgecliff5801 Edgecliff RdBob Parker817-293-4313Nov-11 1,421 6 8 Irving2011 FY Water ImpAdan Perez708-516-8261Nov-11 80 12 12 Dalworthington GarRoosevelt & Sunset LaneEstimator469-952-2426Nov-11 560 6 8 Wills PointN 4th St.Scott Drake903-873-2578Nov-11 351 6 8 Wichita FallsLawrence Rd.Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Nov-11 1,146 6 8 GarlandGarland Tag 8, Tag 23 & 24Ben Hawkins817-516-0441Dec-11 150 6 8 Richland HillsPark Place St.Ken Cross817-296-5006Dec-11 982 6 8 Grand PrairieFY 10 I&I ReplacementsGabriel Carrizales972-913-2322Dec-11 1,07344 Grand PrairieFY 10 I&I ReplacementsGabriel Carrizales972-913-2322Total LF 29,440 NO-DIGTEC 2010INVOICED FOOTAGE EXISTINGHDPE PIPE SIZECITY PROJECT NAME/DESCRIPTION CONTACT PHONEJan-10 400 6 8 Fort WorthTarrant Co. Community CollegeRay Freese817-829-1271Jan-10 1,260 10 10 Grand Prairie111th St. 10" SS RehabBob Snelling972-661-2831Jan-10 4,500 4 4 PlanoPlano FY 09-10 SS Rehab WO #1Josh Awalt817-516-0441Jan-10 140 4 4 Dallas16230 LBJ FreewayJohn Cook469-383-9306Jan-10 65 4 4 Grand Prairie3061 W. Camp WisdomDarrell Hall214-205-5465Jan-10 375 6 6 LancasterBordner St. 6" Water Line RehabJosh Awalt817-516-0441Jan-10 85 4 4 Dallas1838 S BucknerDarrell Hall214-205-5465Feb-10 120 4 4 Dallas7855 ElmbrookAndy or RobertR- 214-636-9489 Feb-10 1,285 12 14 Grand PrairieFY07 WW Master Plan, Carrier ParkwayGabriel Carrizales214-475-3561Feb-10 525 10 10 Witichita FallsCity of Witchita FallsTim Peterie940-498-0253Feb-10 80 0 2 Arlington3134 Waterside DrEstimator817-466-8103Mar-10 450 6 8 Garland1st St & Walnut RehabJosh Awalt817-516-0441Mar-10 650 8 10 Garland1st St & Walnut RehabJosh Awalt817-516-0441Mar-10 50 4 4 Dallas59 BraywoodEstimator214-388-1800Apr-10 4,500 4 4 PlanoPlano FY 09-10 SS Rehab WO #2Josh Awalt817-516-0441Apr-10 75 0 4 Dallas5222 Deloache AveJames Troxel214-543-9736Apr-10 200 4 4 IrvingChase Bank - Kin WestAndy or RobertR- 214-636-9489 Apr-10 200 6 6 IrvingChase Bank - Kin WestAndy or RobertR- 214-636-9489 Apr-10 505 6 8 Granbury Hwy 377 Tim Peterie940-498-0253Apr-10 75 4 4 Dallas3405 Jubilee TrlJohn Cook469-383-9306May-10 90 4 4 Dallas2509 S. HamptonDarrell Hall214-205-5465May-10 1,000 10 10 Bryan10" Force MainReuben Bernal979-845-4614Jun-10 4,314 6 8 Acton MUD2010 SS ImpJosh Awalt817-516-0441Jun-10 230 8 10 LancasterSunny MeadowsTim Peterie940-498-0253Jun-10 50 4 4 Plano2212 Covinton LnJohn Cook469-383-9306Jun-10 107 8 10 GarlandWashington St.Josh Awalt817-516-0441Jun-10 925 12 12 CleburneFeatherstone St.Josh Awalt817-516-0441Aug-10 60 4 4 Plano3813 Timberlake DrJohn Cook469-383-9306Aug-10 4,500 4 4 PlanoPlano FY 09-10 SS Rehab WO #3Josh Awalt817-516-0441Sep-10 50 2 2 Arlington2118 Bardin RoadEstimator817-466-8103Sep-10 39 4 4 Dallas6103 McCommasJames Troxel214-543-9736Sep-10 2,725 6 8 Burleson2009 Independent Sewer Rehab. Phase 2Tim Peterie940-498-0253Sep-10 50 0 4 Dallas7117 Harwick LaneLarry Butler817-589-2224 NO-DIGTEC 2010Oct-10 40 4 4 Farmers Branch3248 Golfing Green Pl.James Troxel214-543-9736Dec-10 350 4 4 Arlington1219 N. DavisEstimator817-466-8103Dec-10 9044 Dallas2233B Mountain Creek Pkwy.Calvin Knight972-800-7361Total LF30,160 EXHIBIT 2 PUBLICATIONS Profile PIPE BURSTING No-DigTec owner John Newell (left) reviews plans with City of Mesquite engineer Christina Hickey and inspector Steven Winn. Newell spotted the opportunity to launch his company in the early years of the industry. No-DigTec LLC Dallas, Texas OWNER: John Newell FOUNDED: 2000 EMPLOYEES: 25 SPECIALTIES: Pipe bursting water and sewer lines SERVICE AREA: North Texas and southern Oklahoma WEBSITE: www.pipeburster.com PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Underground Construction Technology Association, National Utility Contractors Association, International Pipe Bursting Association CHANCE ENCOUNTER LEADS TEXAS CONTRACTOR TO BREAK INTO AND GROW ALONG WITH THE PIPE BURSTING INDUSTRY STORY: KEN WYSOCKY PHOTOS: JIMMY ALFORD BURSTING INTO THE BUSINESS IIn 1999, veteran underground-utility and site-prep con- tractor John Newell clearly saw his business future lying along a busy roadway in Houston. “I happened to be driving past a sewer line replace- ment job and saw a very long piece of pipe on the ground,” recalls Newell, the owner of No-DigTec LLC, based in Dal- las. “I was so curious about what was going on that I had to pull over and find out. I couldn’t figure out what in the world they were doing with such a long piece of pipe. “I talked to the contractor and he told me about pipe bursting,” he continues. “I thought to myself, ‘Wow — this is the future.’ At the time, I was seeing (horizontal) boring rigs everywhere, putting in fiber-optic lines, and I knew that eventually it just wouldn’t be economically feasible to do open-cut utility installations because all those dry utility lines would be in the way. That’s what prompted me to get into pipe bursting.” The chance encounter turned out well for Newell. Today No-DigTec is the largest pipe bursting contractor in north Texas and one of a handful of firms nationwide that has the expertise and equipment to burst large-diam- eter pipes (generally defined as 24 inches and larger). Moreover, since Newell founded the company in 2000, No-DigTec has invested about $3 million in equipment, employs about 25 people and will gross about $10 million in revenue for 2015. “Like I tell people, every now and then in life oppor- tunity knocks on the door,” the folksy, plain-spoken New- ell says. “You have to at least open the door and greet it to see if it’s something you want to take advantage of. Lots of opportunities exist if people just stop and look around. It turned into a pretty good little thing for us.” Along with the financial success, Newell has become a recognized expert in the field. His company has worked with HammerHead (a brand owned by Charles Machine Works) to test new trenchless equipment. He also peri- odically serves on expert panels at trenchless technology trade shows, sits on the board of directors of the Under- ground Construction Technology Association and lec- tures seniors in the engineering program once every semester at the University of Texas at Arlington. Not bad for a guy who 15 years ago didn’t know a bursting hammer from an expander head and whose company generated only several hundred thousand dollars in gross revenue in its first year of operation. “I’m self-taught and knowledgeable about pipe bursting,” he says. “And I believe I should share that knowledge with all those young engineers. They can take this technology and refine it — take it to the next level. This is an industry that’s just getting started and has a bright future ahead of it.” POWERFUL TECHNOLOGY Pipe bursting technology was developed in England during the 1980s. In essence, it involves pulling — under extremely high pressure — a conical-shaped device called an expander head (also referred to as a bursting head) through the pipe that’s being replaced. A length of pipe — typically sec- tions of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe that are fused together — gets connected to the rear of the expander head. Because the back end of the expander head is larger than the host pipe, it fractures the pipe as it’s pulled through, clearing a path for the new HDPE pipe following behind it. With the right equipment and soil conditions, almost any kind of pipe — from clay and cast iron to concrete and malleable steel — can be burst, Newell says. No-DigTec does both pneumatic and static pipe bursting. The former method is used primarily for replacing gravity-fed pipes and the latter mainly for replacing pressurized pipes. Pneumatic bursting relies on a percussion hammer action to help the expander head break the host pipe. A winch located at ground level maintains constant tension on the bursting head via a thick metal cable. In static pipe bursting, a downhole unit pulls the expander head through the host pipe with series of interconnected rods. Pipe bursting offers many advantages compared to open-cut installations. First and foremost, the new pipe follows the path of the host pipe, so there’s rarely Oscar Gutierrez, No-DigTec worker, stows rods as new pipe is pulled into place. As new pipe replaces old, Cruz Sanchez hands Juan Rojo rods used to pull the hydraulic hammerhead. a problem with hitting other kinds of lines. Other advantages include: • About 85 percent less excava- tion required (the process still requires some excavation — an insertion pit on one end and a receiving pit on the other, plus pits for service reconnections). • Significantly faster and more cost-effective installations. • Minimal chance of damage to landscapes and things such as trees, patios, buildings and so forth. • The ability to upsize pipes for additional flow capacity, some- times up to five times larger than the host pipe’s diameter. • No long-term lane/road closures. • Less carbon dioxide emissions from excavation equipment and hauling materials. BIG MARKET POTENTIAL Newell did not do any formal market research when he founded No-DigTec. What he did know, how- ever, was that a lot of water and sewer infrastructure installed between the turn of the century and the post- World War II years is reaching the end of its useful life span. “I just knew it was coming,” he explains. “And you can imagine all the stuff — fiber-optic lines and such — that they’ve put on top of those utility lines since then.” Originally, No-DigTec focused on residential and commercial work because it dovetailed well with a plumbing outfit Newell operated at the time. But the company gradually switched over to commercial work — replacing lines at malls, high-rise buildings and industrial complexes, for example — before it settled on the municipal market. In fall 2003, No-DigTec tackled an unusually challenging job: replacing 200 feet of a collapsed 6-inch sewer line running underneath the Children’s Medical Center of Dallas. The main challenge was accessibility; the hospital’s central outdoor courtyard offered the best access to the collapsed line, but its tight, narrow confines made it impossible to bring in conventional heavy equipment — except by helicopter, which wasn’t an option because of the intense noise it would generate. Fortunately, crews were able to hand-carry No-DigTec’s lightweight, collapsible and portable equipment into the courtyard. But the project took on added drama because in one month (Oct. 12, to be exact), craniofacial surgeons at the hospital were scheduled to separate conjoined 2-year-old Egyptian twins Ahmed and Mohamed Ibrahim. The high-profile operation was attracting worldwide attention, and a press conference to update a large media contingent was going to be held in the same courtyard where the work was occurring. The short timeline required No-DigTec crews to work around the clock for weeks. Crews first removed the courtyard landscaping, then hand-dug two 20-foot-deep pits in heavily compacted soil because there was no way to bring in excavation equipment. Furthermore, the pits required shoring, which took even more time. And because there was no room for an excavator, workers had to instead build a gantry to hold a 1-ton electric lift that removed soil from the pit as workers dug deeper and deeper. “It was a very labor-intensive process,” says John Newell, the owner of the Dallas-based company. “On a stress scale from one to 10, this job was every bit an eight or a nine. There was nothing easy about it. But we got it done.” No-DigTec used a static pipe bursting system that was lowered into the pit via the electric lift. The static system was used because it can punch a length of interconnected metal rods through collapsed lines. Then those rods get connected to an expander head on the other end of the project. The rig then uses the rods to pull the expander head — with the new pipe connected to it — back through the space vacated by the fractured host pipe. The project took three weeks to complete, and workers finished about one week before the 34-hour-long surgery took place, Newell says. Both operations were a complete success. Emergency situation: Hospital needed new sewer line STAT The No-DigTec crew sets the pipe bursting equipment (HammerHead) in preparation for an intensive sewer line replacement at Children’s Medical Center of Dallas. “LIKE I TELL PEOPLE, EVERY NOW AND THEN IN LIFE OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS ON THE DOOR. YOU HAVE TO AT LEAST OPEN THE DOOR AND GREET IT TO SEE IF IT’S SOMETHING YOU WANT TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF.” John Newell PHOTO COURTESY OF NO-DIGTEC As for marketing, Newell says he did very little except for cold-calling dur- ing the company’s early years. “Once you explain the technology and show that it involves 85 percent less excavation, can save them a little money and get the job done faster, the work kind of sells itself,” he notes. “If you sell your services with confidence and knowledge, they’ll give you a chance. I don’t call on people anymore — the phone just rings. We’ve got a good reputation — especially for clean, efficient work sites — that has spread by word-of-mouth.” The majority of No-DigTec’s work centers on not only replacing damaged lines, but upsizing them as well. More and more municipalities are convert- ing to 8-inch-diameter pipes as the standard for water and sewer lines instead of 6-inch lines, Newell says. COMPETITORS EMERGE As more and more engineers see the advantages of pipe bursting and spec- ify bursting instead of open-cut methods, demand for No-DigTec’s services has increased. That, in turn, has drawn more competitors into the market. However, several things help his company maintain a competitive advantage, Newell notes. “I WAS SO CURIOUS ABOUT WHAT WAS GOING ON THAT I HAD TO PULL OVER AND FIND OUT. I TALKED TO THE CONTRACTOR AND HE TOLD ME ABOUT PIPE BURSTING. I THOUGHT TO MYSELF, ‘WOW — THIS IS THE FUTURE.’” John Newell No-DigTec owner John Newell First of all, many project contracts require that contractors have pipe burst a certain amount of linear feet of line; this makes it tougher for inexperienced companies to break in. Moreover, a typical bursting rig setup can cost north of $150,000, which erects somewhat of a barrier to market entry. And last, No- DigTec has been in the business long enough to give customers confidence in its ability to do the job, Newell says. “Bursting looks easy, but there are lots of tricks of the trade you learn only by experience,” he observes. “For instance, there are things you can do to minimize the chances of your ham- mer stalling during critical bursts, like under roads and highways. If it does stall, they’re not going to close down a highway so you can dig it out, so you’ll have to get another line under the highway. So a $200,000 job could turn into a $1.5 million liability because you didn’t have the experi- ence to set it up right. “You really have to plan ahead,” he adds. “Sometimes, for instance, you have to disrupt traffic because there’s no other space to lay out, say, 500 feet of pipe. Again, it looks easy, but there’s so much more to it in terms of planning.” EQUIPMENT DRIVES PRODUCTIVITY In the past, No-DigTec has burst around 30,000 feet of pipe a year, Newell says. This year, the company could do as much as 50,000 feet. To accomplish that kind of production, No-DigTec has acquired a large fleet of vehicles and equipment aimed at boost- ing efficiency and customer satisfaction. The company’s machines include five static and six pneumatic pipe bursting rigs made by HammerHead; three Ham- merHead winches (one 20-ton winch and two 12-ton units); three air com- pressors made by Sullair (a division of Accudyne Industries) used to power pneumatic hammers; five HammerHead hydraulic power packs that supply power to the static rigs; and three HDPE pipe fusion machines made by McElroy Manufacturing. In addition, the company owns two tandem-axle dump trucks made by Mack and International (a brand owned by Navistar); eight excavators built by Takeuchi Manufacturing; three backhoes and two skid-steers made by New Holland (a brand owned by CNH Industrial America); six 1-ton flatbed trucks made by Chevrolet, Ford and Dodge; and three pickup trucks made by Dodge and Chevrolet. The company also relies on a trailer-mounted water jetter made by US Jet- ting (18 gpm at 4,000 psi) used to cut roots from and clean debris in pipelines; an SPV800 trailer-mounted hydroexcavator built by VACMASTERS (a brand owned by Barone) used for potholing to spot gas and telephone lines or exca- vating around existing utility lines; 16 assorted trailers made by Interstate Trailers, Belshe Trailers, AmeraTrail and Ranch King Trailers; one Interna- tional 2-ton utility truck; and six pipeline-inspection push-camera systems made by HammerHead, RIDGID and Vivax-Metrotech. BRIGHT OUTLOOK Looking ahead, Newell envisions continued growth driven by aging water, sewer and gas infrastructure and increasing acceptance of pipe burst- ing as an alternative to open-cut pipe- line replacements. How much infrastructure needs replacing just in the metropolitan Dallas area alone? “If I gave a number, it would be just a guess,” Newell says. “But it’s a bunch. Let’s just say I’m not worried about job security.” On a microlevel, Newell hopes to one day tie a local record for the large- diameter burst: a 2,234-linear-foot pull of a 42-inch pipe. “I would at least like do that much or more so I can get some bragging rights,” he says. But until then, Newell says his company will continue to thrive as long as it follows his simple business model: Do professional, quality work; stand behind the work that you do; and charge a fair price. “As long as you do those things, customers will keep coming back,” he says. “It’s worked for me.” W Featured products from: AmeraTrail Trailers 407/892-1100 www.ameratrail.com Belshe Industries, Inc. 405/273-1690 www.belshetrailers.com HammerHead Trenchless Equipment 800/331-6653 www.hammerheadtrenchless.com (See ad page 3) Interstate Trailers 800/433-5384 www.interstatetrailers.com McElroy Manufacturing, Inc. 918/836-8611 www.mcelroy.com/fusion New Holland Construction 630/260-4000 www.newhollandconstruction.com Ranch King Trailers 979/865-5467 www.ranchkingtexas.com RIDGID 800/769-7743 www.ridgid.com Sullair 219/879-5451 www.sullair.com Takeuchi Mfg. 706/693-3600 www.takeuchi-us.com US Jetting, LLC 800/538-8464 www.usjetting.com VACMASTERS 800/466-7825 www.vacmasters.com Vivax-Metrotech Corp. 800/446-3392 www.vivax-metrotech.com “IF YOU SELL YOUR SERVICES WITH CONFIDENCE AND KNOWLEDGE, THEY’LL GIVE YOU A CHANCE.” John Newell Pipes are welded together using a specialized iron. 5HSULQWHGZLWKSHUPLVVLRQIURP'LJ'LIIHUHQW-XO\&2/(3XEOLVKLQJ,QF32%R[7KUHH/DNHV:,ZZZGLJGLIIHUHQWFRP Profile PIPE BURSTING No-DigTec owner John Newell (left) reviews plans with City of Mesquite engineer Christina Hickey and inspector Steven Winn. Newell spotted the opportunity to launch his company in the early years of the industry. No-DigTec LLC Dallas, Texas OWNER: John Newell FOUNDED: 2000 EMPLOYEES: 25 SPECIALTIES: Pipe bursting water and sewer lines SERVICE AREA: North Texas and southern Oklahoma WEBSITE: www.pipeburster.com PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS: Underground Construction Technology Association, National Utility Contractors Association, International Pipe Bursting Association CHANCE ENCOUNTER LEADS TEXAS CONTRACTOR TO BREAK INTO AND GROW ALONG WITH THE PIPE BURSTING INDUSTRY STORY: KEN WYSOCKY PHOTOS: JIMMY ALFORD BURSTING INTO THE BUSINESS IIn 1999, veteran underground-utility and site-prep con- tractor John Newell clearly saw his business future lying along a busy roadway in Houston. “I happened to be driving past a sewer line replace- ment job and saw a very long piece of pipe on the ground,” recalls Newell, the owner of No-DigTec LLC, based in Dal- las. “I was so curious about what was going on that I had to pull over and find out. I couldn’t figure out what in the world they were doing with such a long piece of pipe. “I talked to the contractor and he told me about pipe bursting,” he continues. “I thought to myself, ‘Wow — this is the future.’ At the time, I was seeing (horizontal) boring rigs everywhere, putting in fiber-optic lines, and I knew that eventually it just wouldn’t be economically feasible to do open-cut utility installations because all those dry utility lines would be in the way. That’s what prompted me to get into pipe bursting.” The chance encounter turned out well for Newell. Today No-DigTec is the largest pipe bursting contractor in north Texas and one of a handful of firms nationwide that has the expertise and equipment to burst large-diam- eter pipes (generally defined as 24 inches and larger). Moreover, since Newell founded the company in 2000, No-DigTec has invested about $3 million in equipment, employs about 25 people and will gross about $10 million in revenue for 2015. “Like I tell people, every now and then in life oppor- tunity knocks on the door,” the folksy, plain-spoken New- ell says. “You have to at least open the door and greet it to see if it’s something you want to take advantage of. Lots of opportunities exist if people just stop and look around. It turned into a pretty good little thing for us.” Along with the financial success, Newell has become a recognized expert in the field. His company has worked with HammerHead (a brand owned by Charles Machine Works) to test new trenchless equipment. He also peri- odically serves on expert panels at trenchless technology trade shows, sits on the board of directors of the Under- ground Construction Technology Association and lec- tures seniors in the engineering program once every semester at the University of Texas at Arlington. Not bad for a guy who 15 years ago didn’t know a bursting hammer from an expander head and whose company generated only several hundred thousand dollars in gross revenue in its first year of operation. “I’m self-taught and knowledgeable about pipe bursting,” he says. “And I believe I should share that knowledge with all those young engineers. They can take this technology and refine it — take it to the next level. This is an industry that’s just getting started and has a bright future ahead of it.” POWERFUL TECHNOLOGY Pipe bursting technology was developed in England during the 1980s. In essence, it involves pulling — under extremely high pressure — a conical-shaped device called an expander head (also referred to as a bursting head) through the pipe that’s being replaced. A length of pipe — typically sec- tions of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) pipe that are fused together — gets connected to the rear of the expander head. Because the back end of the expander head is larger than the host pipe, it fractures the pipe as it’s pulled through, clearing a path for the new HDPE pipe following behind it. With the right equipment and soil conditions, almost any kind of pipe — from clay and cast iron to concrete and malleable steel — can be burst, Newell says. No-DigTec does both pneumatic and static pipe bursting. The former method is used primarily for replacing gravity-fed pipes and the latter mainly for replacing pressurized pipes. Pneumatic bursting relies on a percussion hammer action to help the expander head break the host pipe. A winch located at ground level maintains constant tension on the bursting head via a thick metal cable. In static pipe bursting, a downhole unit pulls the expander head through the host pipe with series of interconnected rods. Pipe bursting offers many advantages compared to open-cut installations. First and foremost, the new pipe follows the path of the host pipe, so there’s rarely Oscar Gutierrez, No-DigTec worker, stows rods as new pipe is pulled into place. As new pipe replaces old, Cruz Sanchez hands Juan Rojo rods used to pull the hydraulic hammerhead. a problem with hitting other kinds of lines. Other advantages include: • About 85 percent less excava- tion required (the process still requires some excavation — an insertion pit on one end and a receiving pit on the other, plus pits for service reconnections). • Significantly faster and more cost-effective installations. • Minimal chance of damage to landscapes and things such as trees, patios, buildings and so forth. • The ability to upsize pipes for additional flow capacity, some- times up to five times larger than the host pipe’s diameter. • No long-term lane/road closures. • Less carbon dioxide emissions from excavation equipment and hauling materials. BIG MARKET POTENTIAL Newell did not do any formal market research when he founded No-DigTec. What he did know, how- ever, was that a lot of water and sewer infrastructure installed between the turn of the century and the post- World War II years is reaching the end of its useful life span. “I just knew it was coming,” he explains. “And you can imagine all the stuff — fiber-optic lines and such — that they’ve put on top of those utility lines since then.” Originally, No-DigTec focused on residential and commercial work because it dovetailed well with a plumbing outfit Newell operated at the time. But the company gradually switched over to commercial work — replacing lines at malls, high-rise buildings and industrial complexes, for example — before it settled on the municipal market. In fall 2003, No-DigTec tackled an unusually challenging job: replacing 200 feet of a collapsed 6-inch sewer line running underneath the Children’s Medical Center of Dallas. The main challenge was accessibility; the hospital’s central outdoor courtyard offered the best access to the collapsed line, but its tight, narrow confines made it impossible to bring in conventional heavy equipment — except by helicopter, which wasn’t an option because of the intense noise it would generate. Fortunately, crews were able to hand-carry No-DigTec’s lightweight, collapsible and portable equipment into the courtyard. But the project took on added drama because in one month (Oct. 12, to be exact), craniofacial surgeons at the hospital were scheduled to separate conjoined 2-year-old Egyptian twins Ahmed and Mohamed Ibrahim. The high-profile operation was attracting worldwide attention, and a press conference to update a large media contingent was going to be held in the same courtyard where the work was occurring. The short timeline required No-DigTec crews to work around the clock for weeks. Crews first removed the courtyard landscaping, then hand-dug two 20-foot-deep pits in heavily compacted soil because there was no way to bring in excavation equipment. Furthermore, the pits required shoring, which took even more time. And because there was no room for an excavator, workers had to instead build a gantry to hold a 1-ton electric lift that removed soil from the pit as workers dug deeper and deeper. “It was a very labor-intensive process,” says John Newell, the owner of the Dallas-based company. “On a stress scale from one to 10, this job was every bit an eight or a nine. There was nothing easy about it. But we got it done.” No-DigTec used a static pipe bursting system that was lowered into the pit via the electric lift. The static system was used because it can punch a length of interconnected metal rods through collapsed lines. Then those rods get connected to an expander head on the other end of the project. The rig then uses the rods to pull the expander head — with the new pipe connected to it — back through the space vacated by the fractured host pipe. The project took three weeks to complete, and workers finished about one week before the 34-hour-long surgery took place, Newell says. Both operations were a complete success. Emergency situation: Hospital needed new sewer line STAT The No-DigTec crew sets the pipe bursting equipment (HammerHead) in preparation for an intensive sewer line replacement at Children’s Medical Center of Dallas. “LIKE I TELL PEOPLE, EVERY NOW AND THEN IN LIFE OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS ON THE DOOR. YOU HAVE TO AT LEAST OPEN THE DOOR AND GREET IT TO SEE IF IT’S SOMETHING YOU WANT TO TAKE ADVANTAGE OF.” John Newell PHOTO COURTESY OF NO-DIGTEC As for marketing, Newell says he did very little except for cold-calling dur- ing the company’s early years. “Once you explain the technology and show that it involves 85 percent less excavation, can save them a little money and get the job done faster, the work kind of sells itself,” he notes. “If you sell your services with confidence and knowledge, they’ll give you a chance. I don’t call on people anymore — the phone just rings. We’ve got a good reputation — especially for clean, efficient work sites — that has spread by word-of-mouth.” The majority of No-DigTec’s work centers on not only replacing damaged lines, but upsizing them as well. More and more municipalities are convert- ing to 8-inch-diameter pipes as the standard for water and sewer lines instead of 6-inch lines, Newell says. COMPETITORS EMERGE As more and more engineers see the advantages of pipe bursting and spec- ify bursting instead of open-cut methods, demand for No-DigTec’s services has increased. That, in turn, has drawn more competitors into the market. However, several things help his company maintain a competitive advantage, Newell notes. “I WAS SO CURIOUS ABOUT WHAT WAS GOING ON THAT I HAD TO PULL OVER AND FIND OUT. I TALKED TO THE CONTRACTOR AND HE TOLD ME ABOUT PIPE BURSTING. I THOUGHT TO MYSELF, ‘WOW — THIS IS THE FUTURE.’” John Newell No-DigTec owner John Newell First of all, many project contracts require that contractors have pipe burst a certain amount of linear feet of line; this makes it tougher for inexperienced companies to break in. Moreover, a typical bursting rig setup can cost north of $150,000, which erects somewhat of a barrier to market entry. And last, No- DigTec has been in the business long enough to give customers confidence in its ability to do the job, Newell says. “Bursting looks easy, but there are lots of tricks of the trade you learn only by experience,” he observes. “For instance, there are things you can do to minimize the chances of your ham- mer stalling during critical bursts, like under roads and highways. If it does stall, they’re not going to close down a highway so you can dig it out, so you’ll have to get another line under the highway. So a $200,000 job could turn into a $1.5 million liability because you didn’t have the experi- ence to set it up right. “You really have to plan ahead,” he adds. “Sometimes, for instance, you have to disrupt traffic because there’s no other space to lay out, say, 500 feet of pipe. Again, it looks easy, but there’s so much more to it in terms of planning.” EQUIPMENT DRIVES PRODUCTIVITY In the past, No-DigTec has burst around 30,000 feet of pipe a year, Newell says. This year, the company could do as much as 50,000 feet. To accomplish that kind of production, No-DigTec has acquired a large fleet of vehicles and equipment aimed at boost- ing efficiency and customer satisfaction. The company’s machines include five static and six pneumatic pipe bursting rigs made by HammerHead; three Ham- merHead winches (one 20-ton winch and two 12-ton units); three air com- pressors made by Sullair (a division of Accudyne Industries) used to power pneumatic hammers; five HammerHead hydraulic power packs that supply power to the static rigs; and three HDPE pipe fusion machines made by McElroy Manufacturing. In addition, the company owns two tandem-axle dump trucks made by Mack and International (a brand owned by Navistar); eight excavators built by Takeuchi Manufacturing; three backhoes and two skid-steers made by New Holland (a brand owned by CNH Industrial America); six 1-ton flatbed trucks made by Chevrolet, Ford and Dodge; and three pickup trucks made by Dodge and Chevrolet. The company also relies on a trailer-mounted water jetter made by US Jet- ting (18 gpm at 4,000 psi) used to cut roots from and clean debris in pipelines; an SPV800 trailer-mounted hydroexcavator built by VACMASTERS (a brand owned by Barone) used for potholing to spot gas and telephone lines or exca- vating around existing utility lines; 16 assorted trailers made by Interstate Trailers, Belshe Trailers, AmeraTrail and Ranch King Trailers; one Interna- tional 2-ton utility truck; and six pipeline-inspection push-camera systems made by HammerHead, RIDGID and Vivax-Metrotech. BRIGHT OUTLOOK Looking ahead, Newell envisions continued growth driven by aging water, sewer and gas infrastructure and increasing acceptance of pipe burst- ing as an alternative to open-cut pipe- line replacements. How much infrastructure needs replacing just in the metropolitan Dallas area alone? “If I gave a number, it would be just a guess,” Newell says. “But it’s a bunch. Let’s just say I’m not worried about job security.” On a microlevel, Newell hopes to one day tie a local record for the large- diameter burst: a 2,234-linear-foot pull of a 42-inch pipe. “I would at least like do that much or more so I can get some bragging rights,” he says. But until then, Newell says his company will continue to thrive as long as it follows his simple business model: Do professional, quality work; stand behind the work that you do; and charge a fair price. “As long as you do those things, customers will keep coming back,” he says. “It’s worked for me.” W Featured products from: AmeraTrail Trailers 407/892-1100 www.ameratrail.com Belshe Industries, Inc. 405/273-1690 www.belshetrailers.com HammerHead Trenchless Equipment 800/331-6653 www.hammerheadtrenchless.com (See ad page 3) Interstate Trailers 800/433-5384 www.interstatetrailers.com McElroy Manufacturing, Inc. 918/836-8611 www.mcelroy.com/fusion New Holland Construction 630/260-4000 www.newhollandconstruction.com Ranch King Trailers 979/865-5467 www.ranchkingtexas.com RIDGID 800/769-7743 www.ridgid.com Sullair 219/879-5451 www.sullair.com Takeuchi Mfg. 706/693-3600 www.takeuchi-us.com US Jetting, LLC 800/538-8464 www.usjetting.com VACMASTERS 800/466-7825 www.vacmasters.com Vivax-Metrotech Corp. 800/446-3392 www.vivax-metrotech.com “IF YOU SELL YOUR SERVICES WITH CONFIDENCE AND KNOWLEDGE, THEY’LL GIVE YOU A CHANCE.” John Newell Pipes are welded together using a specialized iron. 5HSULQWHGZLWKSHUPLVVLRQIURP'LJ'LIIHUHQW-XO\&2/(3XEOLVKLQJ,QF32%R[7KUHH/DNHV:,ZZZGLJGLIIHUHQWFRP