Prepared by R.R. Donnelley Financial -- Form 10-Q
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C. 20549


FORM 10-Q

x

QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE QUARTERLY PERIOD ENDED JUNE 30, 2002

 

 

o

TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934


Commission file number 0-27231


 

WIRELESS FACILITIES, INC.

(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)

 

 

 

Delaware

 

13-3818604

(State or other jurisdiction of
incorporation or organization)

 

(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)

 

 

 

4810 Eastgate Mall
San Diego, CA 92121
(858) 228-2000

(Address, including zip code, and telephone number, including
area code, of Registrant’s principal executive offices)


        Indicate by check mark whether the registrant: (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes  x  No  o

        As of August 9, 2002 there were 48,076,445 shares of the Registrant’s $0.001 par value Common Stock outstanding.



 

 


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WIRELESS FACILITIES, INC.

FORM 10-Q
FOR THE QUARTER ENDED JUNE 30, 2002
INDEX

 

 

Page
No.

 

 


PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

 

 

 

 

Item 1.

Financial Statements

 

 

 

 

 

 

Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2001 and June 30, 2002 (unaudited)

3

 

 

 

 

 

Consolidated Statements of Operations for the Three and Six Months Ended June 30, 2001 and 2002 (unaudited)

4

 

 

 

 

 

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2001 and 2002 (unaudited)

5

 

 

 

 

 

Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (unaudited)

6

 

 

 

Item 2.

Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

11

 

 

 

Item 3.

Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

25

 

 

 

PART II. OTHER INFORMATION

 

 

 

 

Item 1.

Legal Proceedings

26

 

 

 

Item 2.

Changes in Securities

26

 

 

 

Item 4.

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

27

 

 

 

Item 6.

Exhibits and Reports on Form 8-K

27

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PART I. FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Item 1. Financial Statements

WIRELESS FACILITIES, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in millions, except par value and share amounts)

 

 

December 31,
2001

 

June 30,
2002

 

 

 


 


 

(Audited)

 

(Unaudited)

 

Assets

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current assets:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash and cash equivalents

 

$

61.1

 

$

76.1

 

 

Accounts receivable (net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $15.9 and $24.9 as of December 31, 2001 and June 30, 2002, respectively)

 

 

88.5

 

 

70.7

 

 

Accounts receivable - related party

 

 

0.3

 

 

0.3

 

 

Contract management receivables (net of allowance for doubtful accounts of $2.4 and $2.7 as of December 31, 2001 and June 30, 2002, respectively)

 

 

5.9

 

 

2.8

 

 

Income taxes receivable

 

 

3.2

 

 

3.1

 

 

Prepaid expenses

 

 

4.5

 

 

1.3

 

 

Employee loans and advances

 

 

1.5

 

 

0.6

 

 

Other current assets, net

 

 

9.3

 

 

4.5

 

 

 

 



 



 

 

Total current assets

 

 

174.3

 

 

159.4

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Property and equipment, net

 

 

19.0

 

 

15.5

 

Goodwill, net

 

 

54.4

 

 

41.6

 

Other intangibles, net

 

 

8.6

 

 

 

Deferred tax assets, net

 

 

10.0

 

 

 

Investments in unconsolidated affiliates

 

 

8.4

 

 

8.3

 

Employee loans and advances

 

 

0.7

 

 

 

Other assets

 

 

0.5

 

 

0.2

 

 

 



 



 

 

Total assets

 

$

275.9

 

$

225.0

 

 

 



 



 

Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current liabilities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Accounts payable

 

$

9.0

 

$

7.7

 

 

Accounts payable - related party

 

 

2.2

 

 

1.4

 

 

Accrued expenses

 

 

15.3

 

 

14.9

 

 

Contract management payables

 

 

4.2

 

 

2.0

 

 

Billings in excess of costs and profits

 

 

1.6

 

 

6.1

 

 

Line of credit payable

 

 

33.0

 

 

 

 

Note payable

 

 

0.2

 

 

 

 

Capital lease obligations

 

 

4.5

 

 

3.0

 

 

 



 



 

 

Total current liabilities

 

 

70.0

 

 

35.1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Note payable - net of current portion

 

 

0.4

 

 

 

Capital lease obligations - net of current portion

 

 

4.0

 

 

1.5

 

Deferred tax liabilities, net

 

 

 

 

1.6

 

Accrued unused office space

 

 

1.3

 

 

10.8

 

Other liabilities

 

 

2.2

 

 

0.7

 

 

 



 



 

 

Total liabilities

 

 

77.9

 

 

49.7

 

 

 



 



 

Minority interest in subsidiary

 

 

0.2

 

 

0.2

 

Stockholders’ equity:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Preferred stock, 5,000,000 shares authorized

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Series A Convertible Preferred Stock, $.001 par value, 63,637 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2001 and June 30, 2002 (liquidation preference $35.0)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, $.001 par value, 0 and 90,000 shares outstanding at December 31, 2001 and June 30, 2002, respectively (liquidation preference $45.0)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Common stock, $.001 par value, 195,000,000 shares authorized; 47,184,000 and 48,028,396 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2001 and June 30, 2002, respectively

 

 

 

 

 

 

Additional paid-in capital

 

 

215.1

 

 

263.9

 

 

Accumulated deficit

 

 

(17.1

)

 

(86.6

)

 

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

 

 

(0.2

)

 

(2.2

)

 

 

 



 



 

 

Total stockholders’ equity

 

 

197.8

 

 

175.1

 

 

 

 



 



 

 

Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity

 

$

275.9

 

$

225.0

 

 

 



 



 

See accompanying notes to unaudited consolidated financial statements.

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WIRELESS FACILITIES, INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Unaudited)
(in millions, except per share amounts)

 

 

Three months ended
June 30,

 

Six months ended
June 30,

 

 

 


 


 

 

 

2001

 

2002

 

2001

 

2002

 

 

 


 


 


 


 

Revenues

 

$

54.7

 

$

46.8

 

$

107.4

 

$

86.9

 

Cost of revenues

 

 

32.5

 

 

35.0

 

 

71.6

 

 

64.2

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

 

Gross profit

 

 

22.2

 

 

11.8

 

 

35.8

 

 

22.7

 

Selling, general and administrative expenses

 

 

40.3

 

 

9.0

 

 

70.6

 

 

56.1

 

Depreciation and amortization

 

 

5.5

 

 

1.6

 

 

10.9

 

 

4.3

 

Asset impairment charges

 

 

12.9

 

 

 

 

12.9

 

 

21.1

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

 

Operating income (loss)

 

 

(36.5

)

 

1.2

 

 

(58.6

)

 

(58.8

)

 

 



 



 



 



 

Other income (expense):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Interest income

 

 

0.2

 

 

0.3

 

 

0.4

 

 

0.6

 

 

Interest expense

 

 

(1.0

)

 

(0.7

)

 

(2.1

)

 

(1.9

)

 

Foreign currency gain (loss)

 

 

(1.8

)

 

1.3

 

 

(2.1

)

 

0.9

 

 

Other

 

 

0.2

 

 

0.1

 

 

(0.8

)

 

(0.2

)

 

 



 



 



 



 

 

Other income (expense), net

 

 

(2.4

)

 

1.0

 

 

(4.6

)

 

(0.6

)

 

 



 



 



 



 

 

Income (loss) before income taxes

 

 

(38.9

)

 

2.2

 

 

(63.2

)

 

(59.4

)

Provision (benefit) for income taxes

 

 

(0.6

)

 

 

 

(16.4

)

 

10.1

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

Net income (loss)

 

$

(38.3

)

$

2.2

 

$

(46.8

)

$

(69.5

)

 

 



 



 



 



 

Net income (loss) per common share:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

$

(0.87

)

$

0.05

 

$

(1.05

)

$

(1.46

)

 

Diluted

 

$

(0.87

)

$

0.04

 

$

(1.05

)

$

(1.46

)

Weighted average common shares outstanding:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

 

44.1

 

 

47.7

 

 

44.7

 

 

47.7

 

 

Diluted

 

 

44.1

 

 

59.4

 

 

44.7

 

 

47.7

 

See accompanying notes to unaudited consolidated financial statements.

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WIRELESS FACILITIES, INC.

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited)
(in millions)

 

 

Six months ended June 30,

 

 

 


 

 

 

2001

 

2002

 

 

 


 


 

Net cash provided by (used in) operating activities

 

$

(7.3

)

$

10.1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Investing activities - capital expenditures

 

 

(2.7

)

 

(2.1

)

 

 



 



 

Financing activities:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Proceeds from issuance of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, net of issuance costs

 

 

 

 

44.9

 

 

Proceeds from issuance of common stock

 

 

4.9

 

 

1.1

 

 

Repayment of notes payable

 

 

(1.6

)

 

(0.6

)

 

Net repayment under line of credit

 

 

(1.9

)

 

(33.0

)

 

Repayment of capital lease obligations

 

 

(2.9

)

 

(4.0

)

 

 



 



 

 

Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities

 

 

(1.5

)

 

8.4

 

 

 



 



 

Effect of exchange rate on cash and cash equivalents

 

 

1.2

 

 

(1.4

)

 

 



 



 

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents

 

 

(10.3

)

 

15.0

 

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period

 

 

18.5

 

 

61.1

 

 

 



 



 

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period

 

$

8.2

 

$

76.1

 

 

 



 



 

Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cash paid during the period for interest

 

$

2.1

 

$

1.7

 

 

Net cash received during the period for income taxes

 

$

4.2

 

$

0.8

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Supplemental disclosures of non-cash transactions:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Common stock issued for earn out provision in acquisition

 

$

8.7

 

$

 

 

Common stock issued for employee stock purchase plan

 

$

1.7

 

$

2.8

 

 

Note receivable issued for sale of equipment

 

$

1.0

 

$

 

 

Property and equipment acquired under capital leases

 

$

2.8

 

$

 

 

Property and equipment received in lieu of repayment of note receivable

 

$

 

$

0.3

 

 

Reduction of accounts receivable in exchange for note receivable

 

$

1.4

 

$

 

See accompanying notes to unaudited consolidated financial statements.

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WIRELESS FACILITIES, INC.

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Unaudited)

(1)     Organization and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

(a) Description of Business

         Wireless Facilities, Inc. (“WFI”) was formed in the state of New York on December 19, 1994, began operations in March 1995 and was reincorporated in Delaware in 1998. WFI provides a full suite of outsourcing services to wireless carriers (domestic and international) and equipment vendors, including the design, deployment and management of client networks. WFI’s customers are primarily mature providers (with a small percentage comprising “early stage providers”) of cellular, PCS and broadband data services and equipment. WFI’s engagements range from small contracts for the deployment of a single cell site, to large multi-year turnkey contracts. These services are billed either on a time and materials basis or on a fixed price, time certain basis.

(b) Basis of Presentation

         The information as of June 30, 2002, and for the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2001 and 2002 is unaudited. In the opinion of management, these consolidated financial statements include all adjustments, consisting of normal recurring adjustments, necessary for a fair presentation of the results of operations for the interim periods presented. Interim operating results are not necessarily indicative of operating results expected in subsequent periods or for the year as a whole. These consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and the related notes included in WFI’s annual consolidated financial statements for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2001, filed on Form 10-K with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

         The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of WFI and its wholly-owned and majority-owned subsidiaries. WFI and its subsidiaries are collectively referred to herein as the “Company.”

(c) Use of Estimates

         The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America require management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

(d) Reclassifications

         Certain prior period amounts have been reclassified to conform with the current period presentation.

(2)     Goodwill and Intangible Assets – Adoption of SFAS 142

         On January 1, 2002, the Company adopted SFAS 142, “Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets,” at which time the Company reclassified $2.1 million of indefinite life intangible assets, previously classified as assembled workforce, to goodwill, and ceased amortization of goodwill and other intangible assets with indefinite lives.  SFAS 142 requires disclosure of what reported net income or loss and related per-share amounts would have been in periods prior to the adoption of SFAS 142 exclusive of amortization expense and any related tax effects, related to goodwill and other indefinite life intangible assets. Accordingly, the Company has presented below for comparability purposes “Adjustments” and “As Adjusted” financial results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2001. The following is a reconciliation from reported to “As Adjusted” net loss and net loss per common share:

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Three Months Ended June 30,
(in millions, except per share amounts)

 

 

 


 

 

 

2001

 

 

 

2001

 

 

 

 

 

Reported

 

Adjustments

 

As Adjusted

 

2002

 

 

 


 


 


 


 

Depreciation and amortization

 

$

5.5

 

$

(2.3

)

$

3.2

 

$

1.6

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

Operating income (loss)

 

$

(36.5

)

$

2.3

 

$

(34.2

)

$

1.2

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

Benefit for income taxes

 

$

(0.6

)

$

 

$

(0.6

)

$

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

Net income (loss)

 

$

(38.3

)

$

2.3

 

$

(36.0

)

$

2.2

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

Net income (loss) per common share:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Basic

 

$

(0.87

)

$

0.05

 

$

(0.82

)

$

0.05

 

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

 

Diluted

 

$

(0.87

)

$

0.05

 

$

(0.82

)

$

0.04

 

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

 

 

 

Six Months Ended June 30,
(in millions, except per share amounts)

 

 

 


 

 

 

2001

 

 

 

2001

 

 

 

 

 

Reported

 

Adjustments

 

As Adjusted

 

2002

 

 

 


 


 


 


 

Depreciation and amortization

 

$

10.9

 

$

(4.7

)

$

6.2

 

$

4.3

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

Operating loss

 

$

(58.6

)

$

4.7

 

$

(53.9

)

$

(58.8

)

 

 



 



 



 



 

Provision (benefit) for income taxes

 

$

(16.4

)

$

1.2

 

$

(15.2

)

$

10.1

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

Net loss

 

$

(46.8

)

$

3.5

 

$

(43.3

)

$

(69.5

)

 

 



 



 



 



 

Net loss per common share - basic and diluted

 

$

(1.05

)

$

0.08

 

$

(0.97

)

$

(1.46

)

 

 



 



 



 



 

         In accordance with the guidelines set forth by SFAS 142, the Company completed the first step of the transitional impairment test of goodwill and other intangible assets by the end of the second quarter of 2002.  The first step of the goodwill impairment test required the Company to determine and compare the fair value of its defined reporting units to their carrying values as of January 1, 2002. The fair value for each reporting unit was determined using a discounted cash flow valuation analysis. The carrying values of each reporting unit was determined by specifically identifying and allocating the assets and liabilities of the Company to each reporting unit based on headcount, relative revenues or costs, or other methods as deemed appropriate by management.  Management believes that the assumptions made for these analyses are reasonable and consistent. The estimated fair values exceeded the carrying values for each reporting unit, resulting in no indication of impairment.  Consequently, the second step of the impairment test is not required.

(3)     Significant Transactions

(a)    Impairment of Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets

         During the first quarter of 2002, the Company’s operations in Europe, the Middle East and Africa (“EMEA”) experienced an accelerated decline in revenue from its consulting (Questus) and network management (Telia Contractor) operating segments. The initial EMEA 2002 operating plan assumed that the European markets for consulting and network management services would realize a modest level of growth.  Specifically, the initial 2002 operating plan assumed that new service contracts would be procured or extended, accounting for a significant portion of the 2002 budgeted revenue and corresponding revenue growth in 2003.  Furthermore, these contracts were anticipated to have high margins that are typical of pre-deployment consulting services.  For the network management segment, the initial 2002 operating plan assumed the renewal of certain contracts in mid-year 2002 which were expected to have nominal revenue growth in 2003 and 2004.

         After the finalization of the February 2002 year to date actual results for both the EMEA consulting (Questus) and network management (Telia Contractors) operating segments, the respective segments posted continued declining revenues and margins and increased selling, general and administrative costs, primarily as a result of ongoing underutilization of billable employees and corporate service overhead. Through February 2002, the overall European markets continued to realize a lack of significant capital expansion with respect to the major telecommunication carriers, as evidenced by the lack of certain anticipated contracts as noted above.  Revised 2002 financial projections for the EMEA consulting and network management segments indicated ongoing probable losses with minimal improvement in subsequent years.  Furthermore, based on the current cost structure in EMEA, it appeared unlikely that the Company would be able to significantly reduce related selling, general and administrative costs to a level that would allow for profitability for the respective segments. Based on these triggering events, and after evaluating the related undiscounted cash flows in relationship to the segment’s identifiable net assets in accordance with SFAS 144, “Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets,” and SFAS 142, “Goodwill and Other Intangible

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Assets,” it was determined that such cash flows on an undiscounted basis would be insufficient to cover the net book value of the related identifiable net assets. As a result, the related intangible assets were deemed impaired and the Company recognized a charge of $19.9 million representing all goodwill, indefinite life and finite life intangibles related to EMEA during the first quarter ended March 31, 2002.  The charge is a component of asset impairment charges as recorded within the Company’s operating expenses for the first quarter ended March 31, 2002.

(b) Loss on Unused Office Space

         During the first quarter of 2002, the Company’s operating results reflected the continued lack of improvement in the financial markets and economic environment of the telecommunications industry. Furthermore, it was determined that the prior significant growth in several metropolitan markets had resulted in a surplus of commercial lease space.  This surplus of available office space has hindered the Company’s ability to sublease its existing unused office space. As a result, management re-assessed the market conditions surrounding its unused office space, the likelihood of achieving certain sublease rates and the overall recoverability of its related operating lease expenses. As a result, the Company calculated the estimated loss on unused office space to approximate $10.0 million and recorded the charge as a component of selling, general and administrative expenses during the quarter ending March 31, 2002, bringing the accrued loss on unused office space balance to $11.3 million at March 31, 2002. The accrual for loss on unused office space as of June 30, 2002 approximated $10.8 million, reflecting lease payments of approximately $0.5 million during the quarter ended June 30, 2002.

 (c) Shut Down of Network Operating Center (NOC)

Based on the continued negative results of operations from the Company’s NOC subsidiary and current economic conditions, management approved and committed the Company to an Exit Plan for this subsidiary as of March 31, 2002.  In accordance with EITF 94-3, “Liability Recognition for Certain Employee Termination Benefits and Other Costs to Exit an Activity (including Certain Costs Incurred in a Restructuring)”, the Company recorded the following charges related to this exit plan (all charges are deemed incremental and not related to the ongoing operations of the facility during the “exit period”).  Fixed assets with net book value of $0.8 million were disposed of as of March 31, 2002.  These assets included certain electronic equipment and leasehold improvements with no deemed significant salvage value. The total amount disposed is recorded as a component of asset impairment charges for the quarter ended March 31, 2002.  A charge totaling $0.3 million, related to severance and contract termination costs that were deemed incremental costs associated with the shut down of the NOC, was recognized as a component of selling, general and administrative expenses during the quarter ended March 31, 2002.

         The Company is in the process of negotiating the termination of certain contracts. As such, the NOC has retained certain employees to maintain the projects under these contracts.  At June 30, 2002, the balance of the accruals for severance and contract termination costs approximated $0.2, million and are anticipated to be incurred upon full execution of the exit plan by the end of fiscal 2002.

(d) Allowance for Doubtful Accounts

         Certain of the Company’s customers have been challenged by the continued weakened capital markets and economic environment within the wireless telecommunications industry.  As a result, and pursuant to the Company’s periodic assessment regarding the expected collectibility of its trade accounts receivable balances (billed and unbilled), certain additional amounts were identified as potentially uncollectible as of March 31, 2002.  Based on this analysis, the Company provided  $10.0 million of additions to its allowance for doubtful accounts during the quarter ended March 31, 2002.  During the quarter ended June 30, 2002, the Company provided an additional $1.9 million to its allowance for doubtful accounts.

(e) Valuation Allowance on Deferred Tax Assets

         In assessing the realizability of deferred tax assets, management considers whether it is more likely than not that some portion or all of the deferred tax assets will not be realized.  Based upon a revision to the projections for future taxable income during the quarter ended March 31 2002, management increased the valuation allowance on deferred tax assets during the quarter ended March 31, 2002.  The increase to the valuation allowance resulted in a corresponding increase to the tax provision during the first quarter. The increase in valuation allowance applies to all U.S., state and foreign taxable loss carryforwards generated in the current period, as well as an additional portion of prior year loss carryforwards and cumulative temporary differences.

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(4) Net Income (Loss) Per Common Share

         The Company calculates net income (loss) per share in accordance with SFAS No. 128, “Earnings Per Share”. Under SFAS No. 128, basic net income (loss) per common share is calculated by dividing net income (loss) by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during the reporting period. Diluted net income (loss) per common share reflects the effects of potentially dilutive securities. Weighted average shares used to compute net income (loss) per share are presented below (in millions):

 

 

Three months ended
June 30,

 

Six months ended
June 30,

 

 

 


 


 

 

 

2001

 

2002

 

2001

 

2002

 

 

 


 


 


 


 

Weighted-average shares, basic

 

 

44.1

 

 

47.7

 

 

44.7

 

 

47.7

 

Dilutive effect of stock options

 

 

 

 

1.7

 

 

 

 

 

Dilutive effect of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock

 

 

 

 

6.6

 

 

 

 

 

Dilutive effect of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock

 

 

 

 

3.2

 

 

 

 

 

Dilutive effect of contingently issuable shares

 

 

 

 

0.2

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

Weighted-average shares, diluted

 

 

44.1

 

 

59.4

 

 

44.7

 

 

47.7

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

         Options to purchase 5.7 million, 6.2 million, 3.5 million and 5.2 million shares of common stock for the three and six months ended June 30, 2001 and three and six months ended June 30, 2002, respectively, were not included in the calculation of diluted net loss per share because the effect of these instruments was anti-dilutive. Potential common shares derived from Series A Convertible Preferred Stock and Series B Convertible Preferred Stock of 6.5 million and 1.6 million, respectively, were not included in the calculation of diluted net loss per share for the six months ended June 30, 2002 because the effect of these instruments was anti-dilutive. Contingently issuable shares of Common Stock of 0.1 million and 0.2 million shares for the three months ended June 30, 2001 and six months ended June 30, 2002 were not included in the calculation of diluted net loss per share because the effect of these instruments was anti-dilutive.

(5) Segment Information

         The Company’s operations are organized along service lines and include three reportable industry segments: Design and Deployment, Network Management and Business Consulting. Due to the nature of these services, the amount of capital assets used in providing services to customers is not significant. Revenues and operating income (loss) provided by the Company’s industry segments for the three and six months ended June 30, 2001 and 2002 are as follows (in millions):

 

 

Three months ended
June 30,

 

Six months ended
June 30,

 

 

 


 


 

 

 

2001

 

2002

 

2001

 

2002

 

 

 


 


 


 


 

Revenues:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Design and deployment

 

$

43.5

 

$

35.0

 

$

81.4

 

$

65.0

 

 

Network management

 

 

9.0

 

 

10.3

 

 

22.1

 

 

19.2

 

 

Business consulting

 

 

2.2

 

 

1.5

 

 

3.9

 

 

2.7

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

 

Total revenues

 

$

54.7

 

$

46.8

 

$

107.4

 

$

86.9

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

Operating income (loss):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Design and deployment

 

$

(27.7

)

$

(0.3

)

$

(45.6

)

$

(30.8

)

 

Network management

 

 

(7.6

)

 

1.2

 

 

(11.5

)

 

(10.4

)

 

Business consulting

 

 

(1.2

)

 

0.3

 

 

(1.5

)

 

(17.6

)

 

 



 



 



 



 

 

Total operating income (loss)

 

$

(36.5

)

$

1.2

 

$

(58.6

)

$

(58.8

)

 

 



 



 



 



 

         Revenues derived by geographic region are as follows (in millions):

 

 

Three months ended
June 30,

 

Six months ended
June 30,

 

 

 


 


 

 

 

2001

 

2002

 

2001

 

2002

 

 

 


 


 


 


 

Revenues:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

U.S.

 

$

35.9

 

$

36.0

 

$

71.4

 

$

65.7

 

 

Central and South America

 

 

11.0

 

 

7.9

 

 

21.3

 

 

15.8

 

 

Europe, Middle East and Africa

 

 

7.8

 

 

2.9

 

 

14.7

 

 

5.4

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

 

Total revenues

 

$

54.7

 

$

46.8

 

$

107.4

 

$

86.9

 

 

 



 



 



 



 

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(6) Line of Credit and Note Payable

         In May 2002, the Company repaid the $33.0 million line of credit outstanding balance and terminated its line of credit agreement.  Additionally, in June 2002, the Company repaid the $0.6 million outstanding note payable balance.

(7) Preferred Stock

            In May 2002, the Company issued an aggregate of 90,000 shares of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, at an aggregate purchase price of $45.0 million, in a private placement to entities affiliated with a director and to the brother of the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. The Company received $44.9 million of proceeds, net of issuance costs. Each share of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock is initially convertible into 100 shares of Common Stock for a common stock conversion price of $5.00 per share at the option of the holder at any time subject to certain provisions in the Series B Preferred Stock Purchase Agreement. After November 2004, the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock will automatically convert into shares of the Company's Common Stock if and when the Company's Common Stock trades at or above $11.00 per share for 30 consecutive trading days after that date. Upon any liquidation event, as defined in the agreement, each outstanding share of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock is entitled to receive $500.00 per share (or a common stock conversion price of $5.00 per share) as a liquidation preference, in preference to any amounts paid to holders of Common Stock. Subject to certain exceptions, the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock has anti-dilution protection, whereby any future issuances of securities by the company before November 30, 2003 below $5.00 per share would trigger the anti-dilution protection for the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock. If triggered, this protection would decrease the conversion price of the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock to the lowest price per share received by the Company for such issuance of securities. However, the conversion price may not be decreased to less than $4.17 per share.

         In October 2001, the Company issued an aggregate of 63,637 shares of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock for a common stock conversion price of $5.50 per share. Subject to certain exceptions, the Series A Convertible Preferred Stock has anti-dilution protection, whereby any future issuances of securities by the Company below $5.50 per share would trigger the anti-dilution protection for the Series A Convertible Preferred Stock. If triggered, this protection would decrease the conversion price of the Series A Convertible Preferred Stock to the lowest price per share received by the Company for such issuance of securities. However, the conversion price may not be decreased to less than $3.77 per share. Because the anti-dilution protection of the Series A Convertible Preferred Stock was triggered by the issuance by the Company of the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, the holders of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock are entitled to receive, in the aggregate, an additional 636,300 shares of Common Stock upon conversion based on a reduction in the common stock conversion price from $5.50 to $5.00 per share.

(8) Related Party Transactions

         During 2001 and 2002, one of the Company’s subsidiaries, WFI de Mexico, entered into certain transactions with JFR Business Corporation International S. de R.L. de C.V (“JFR”) and its related affiliates (collectively, “JFR and affiliates”).  The General Manager of WFI de Mexico is the brother of the Chairman and the Chief Executive Officer of the Company and holds a majority ownership interest in each of these entities. The primary business purpose for WFI de Mexico transacting business with JFR and affiliates relates to obtaining superior service and response compared to independent businesses providing such services, at market or less than market rates. WFI de Mexico contracted with JFR and affiliates during 2001 and 2002 for various services including automobile leasing, computer leasing, corporate and project related personnel services and construction services. WFI de Mexico owes $1.4 million for services rendered under these related party contracts as of June 30, 2002. The Company believes that the billings and amounts payable under these contracts are comparable to amounts that the Company could have negotiated under contracts with unaffiliated third parties for such services.

         During 2001, JFR contracted with another one of the Company’s subsidiaries, Wireless Facilities Latin America Ltda., for subcontractor engineering services for certain of its customer contracts. As of June 30, 2002, Wireless Facilities Latin America Ltda. has a trade receivable balance outstanding from JFR for approximately $0.3 million related to 2001 services. The Company believes that the amounts receivable under this contract are comparable to amounts that the Company could have negotiated under contracts with unaffiliated third parties for such services.

         At June 30, 2002, except as noted above, there are no other commitments or guarantees between JFR and affiliates and the Company.

         During the second quarter of 2002, an agreement was executed between WFI and the Chief Financial Officer, whereby the repayment terms of the house relocation loan receivable of $0.3 million and related tax payment from the officer will be forgiven over the term of the officer’s future employment with the Company.

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Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

         This report contains forward-looking statements. These statements relate to future events or our future financial performance. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements by terminology such as “may,” “will,” “should,” “expect,” “plan,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “estimate,” “predict,” “potential” or “continue,” the negative of such terms or other comparable terminology. These statements are only predictions. Actual events or results may differ materially.

         Although we believe that the expectations reflected in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, we cannot guarantee future results, levels of activity, performance or achievements. Moreover, neither we, nor any other person, assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of the forward-looking statements. We are under no obligation to update any of the forward-looking statements after the filing of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q to conform such statements to actual results or to changes in our expectations.

         The following discussion should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and the related notes and other financial information appearing elsewhere in this Form 10-Q. Readers are also urged to carefully review and consider the various disclosures made by us which attempt to advise interested parties of the factors which affect our business, including without limitation the disclosures made under the caption “Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,” under the caption “Risk Factors,” and the audited consolidated financial statements and related notes included in our Annual Report filed on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2001 and other reports and filings made with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Overview

         Wireless Facilities, Inc. offers network engineering, deployment, and network operations and maintenance services to the wireless telecommunications industry.  For the six months ended June 30, 2001, our design and deployment network management, and business consulting segments contributed to 76%, 20%, and 4% of our revenues, respectively, compared to 75%, 22%, and 3% of our revenues, respectively, for the six months ended June 30, 2002.  Revenues from our international operations contributed 34% and 24% of our total revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2001 and 2002, respectively.

         Revenues from deployment projects are generated primarily from fixed price contracts which are recognized using the percentage-of-completion method. Under the percentage-of-completion method of accounting, cost of revenues on each project are recognized as incurred, and revenues are recognized based on a comparison of the current costs incurred for the project to date compared to the then estimated total costs of the project from start to completion. Accordingly, revenue recognized in a given period depends on the costs incurred on each individual project and the current estimate of the total costs to complete a project, determined at that time. As a result, gross margins for any single project may fluctuate as total project cost estimates are revised on a periodic basis as deemed necessary. The full amount of an estimated loss is charged to operations in the period that it is determined a loss will be realized from the performance of a contract. Engineering contracts are primarily offered on a time and expense basis, and revenues are recognized as services are performed. We typically charge a fixed monthly fee for ongoing radio frequency optimization and network operations and maintenance services. With respect to these services, we recognize revenue as services are performed.

         Cost of revenues includes direct compensation and benefits, living and travel expenses, payments to third-party sub-contractors, allocation of corporate overhead, costs of expendable computer software and equipment, and other direct project-related expenses. Direct compensation and benefits are computed based on standard costs and actual hours billed. We review these standard costs periodically and record any necessary adjustments as deemed applicable, to ensure they are comparable to actual costs.

         Selling, general and administrative expenses include compensation and benefits, costs associated with underutilization, computer software and equipment that do not meet the criteria for capitalization, facilities expenses and other expenses directly related to projects. Our sales and business development personnel have, as part of their compensation package, incentives based on their ability to generate additional business for the Company.

         During the quarter ended March 31, 2002, our business model and internal cost structure was changed to allow our billable and certain support personnel staff and related expenses to adjust with various levels of revenue. Under our new business model, we reduced our workforce in order to gain flexibility related to our overall ongoing costs, which has allowed for enhanced management of underutilization costs and better alignment of such costs with fluctuations in our future revenues.  We have and will continue to hire additional “project-based employees” under our variable cost business model.

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         During the first and second quarter of 2002, we continued to experience the challenging trends related to the telcommunications industry, including capital expenditure rationing, network and site development deferrals and cancellations, and weak pricing.  The continued volatility of the financial markets and economic slowdown in the U.S. and internationally has also intensified the uncertainty experienced by many of our customers, who find it increasingly difficult to predict demand for their products and services.  Consequently, many of our customers continue to slow and postpone the deployment of new wireless networks and the development of new technologies and products, which has adversely impacted our revenues derived from services. Some of our customers have recently cancelled or suspended their contracts with us and certain of our customers or potential customers have postponed entering into new contracts for our services. Due to the difficult financing and economic conditions, some of our customers may not be able to pay us for services that we have already performed. If we are not able to collect amounts owed to us, we may be required to write-off significant amounts of our accounts receivable. For example, during the first quarter of 2002, we recorded additional allowances for certain U.S. and Mexico accounts receivable balances that we specifically identified as potentially uncollectible as a result of the customer’s financial condition, collection efforts and payment history.

         In response to the difficult visibility and uncertain industry conditions, we have taken steps and are continuing to take steps to reduce our level of expenditures.  The change to our business model and internal cost structure since the conclusion of first quarter 2002 has allowed our billable and certain support personnel staff and related expenses to adjust with various levels of revenue.

Results of Operations

Comparison of Results for the Three Months Ended June 30, 2001 to the Three Months Ended June 30, 2002

         Revenues. Revenues decreased 14% from $54.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2001 to $46.8 million for the three months ended June 30, 2002. The $7.9 million decrease resulted primarily from our international operations.  During the three months ended June 30, 2002, the international markets continued to realize a lack of significant capital expansion with respect to the major telecommunication carriers.

         Cost of Revenues. Cost of revenues increased 7.7% from $32.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2001 to $35.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2002, primarily due to costs incurred on projects where client imposed delays and changes to scopes of work that have caused a shift in utilization of billable staff efforts with no significant incremental revenue.  Gross profit was 41% of revenues for the three months ended June 30, 2001 compared to 25% for the three months ended June 30, 2002. The decrease in gross profit is due primarily to strong industry pricing pressures, especially affecting certain domestic fixed price work, and the Latin America operations where time delays and changes to scopes of work have created additional costs with disproportionate incremental revenues.

          Selling, General and Administrative Expenses. Selling, general and administrative expenses decreased 78% from $40.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2001 to $9.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2002. As a percentage of revenues, selling, general and administrative expenses decreased from 74% for the three months ended June 30, 2001 to 19% for the three months ended June 30, 2002. There were certain significant charges recorded during the three months ended June 30, 2001, such as bad debt expense of $17.2 million related to receivables from certain customers who filed for bankruptcy in 2001 an accrual for estimated loss on unused office space of $1.4 million, and a  $2.2 million charge for estimated contractor liability in our Mexico subsidiary. Excluding these charges, selling, general and administrative expenses for the three months ended June 30, 2001 would have been $19.5 million compared to $9.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2002.  The decrease of 54% from 2001, excluding the charges, reflects a reduction in staffing levels by 22%, or approximately 400 employees (from June 30, 2001), and related personnel costs and generally lower administrative expenses as a result of various cost reduction and savings initiatives, including the adoption of a variable cost business model since the first quarter of 2002.

         Depreciation and Amortization Expense. Depreciation and amortization expense decreased 71% from $5.5 million for the three months ended June 30, 2001 to $1.6 million for the three months ended June 30, 2002. The decrease is primarily due to the adoption of SFAS 142, “Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets,” whereby amortization of goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite lives ceased effective January 1, 2002.  Additionally, the decrease reflects the elimination of amortization for certain finite life intangible assets in our EMEA operations (Questus and Telia Contractor operating segments) which were deemed impaired and written off in the quarter ended March 31, 2002.

         Asset Impairment Charges. There were no asset impairment charges during the second quarter of  2002, compared to $12.9 million for the second quarter of  2001. The slowdown in the economy, existing economic conditions and visible trends in the telecommunications industry triggered an impairment evaluation by the Company of its goodwill and other intangible assets during the second quarter of 2001. Based on the Company’s analyses of the results of operations and projected future cash flows associated with certain goodwill and other intangible assets, the Company determined that impairment existed and recorded a

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$12.9 million impairment charge in the second quarter of 2001, determined as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeded the present value of the estimated future cash flows.

         Other Income (Expense), Net. For the three months ended June 30, 2001, net other expense was $2.4 million as compared to net other income of $1.0 million for the three months ended June 30, 2002. This $3.4 million change was primarily attributable to lower interest expense due to the repayment of our line of credit and other debt balances and foreign currency transaction gains in 2002 compared to foreign currency losses in 2001, resulting from foreign currency fluctuations during the periods.

         Provision for Income Taxes. Our effective income tax rate changed from a 1.5% benefit during the second quarter of 2001 to zero during the second quarter of 2002.  The change is based upon a revision of projections of future taxable income.  For the second quarter of 2002, no benefit was recorded as it is not more likely than not that the benefit will be realized, in accordance with the provisions of SFAS 109.

Comparison of Results for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2001 to the Six Months Ended June 30, 2002

         Revenues. Revenues decreased 19% from $107.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2001 to $86.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2002. The $20.5 million decrease was primarily attributable to a lack of significant capital expansion with respect to the major telecommunication carriers and the fall-off of domestic revenue from certain customers who cancelled or suspended their contracts due to bankruptcy caused by the continued economic challenges within the industry.  This negative trend also affected our international operations, resulting in approximately $14.8 million of the total revenue decline from the six months ended June 30, 2001 compared to the six months ended June 30, 2002.  Revenues from international markets declined from 34% to 24% of our total revenues during the six months ended June 30, 2001 and 2002, respectively.

         Cost of Revenues. Cost of revenues decreased 10% from $71.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2001 to $64.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2002 primarily due to the reduction in revenues from the cancellation of work and ultimate bankruptcy of three customers in the second quarter of 2001, as well as the overall reductions in industry capital spending that continued through 2001, which led to demobilization costs and downsizing of billable staff in the second half of 2001.  This decrease, however, is also offset by higher costs incurred on projects where client imposed delays and changes to scopes of work that have caused a shift in utilization of billable staff efforts with no significant incremental revenue during the three months ended June 30, 2002.  Gross margin was 33% of revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2001, compared to 26% for the six months ended June 30, 2002. The decrease in gross profit is due primarily to strong industry pricing pressures, especially affecting certain domestic fixed price work, and the Latin America operations where time delays and changes to scopes of work have created additional costs with disproportionate incremental revenues.

         Selling, General and Administrative Expenses. Selling, general and administrative expenses decreased 21% from $70.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2001 to $56.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2002. There were certain significant charges recorded during the first six months of 2001, such as bad debt expense of $21.2 million related to receivables from certain customers who filed for bankruptcy in 2001, an accrual for estimated loss on unused office space of $1.4 million and a $2.2 million charge for estimated contractor liability in our Mexico subsidiary. During the first quarter of 2002, significant charges including $10.0 million for bad debt expense, $10.0 million for estimated loss on unused office space, $2.8 million for certain employee compensation and severance costs and other general and administrative charges accumulating to $5.2 million were also recorded. Excluding these charges, selling, general and administrative expenses for the six months ended June 30, 2001 and 2002 would have been $45.8 million compared to $28.1 million, respectively.  The resulting decrease of 39%, excluding these significant charges, reflects a reduction in staffing levels by 22%, or approximately 400 employees (from June 30, 2001), and related personnel costs and significantly lower administrative expenses as a result of various cost reduction and savings initiatives, including the adoption of a variable cost model in the first quarter of 2002.

         Depreciation and Amortization Expense. Depreciation and amortization expense decreased 61% from $10.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2001 to $4.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2002.  The decrease is primarily due to the adoption of SFAS 142, “Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets,” whereby amortization of goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite lives ceased effective January 1, 2002. Additionally, the decrease reflects the elimination of amortization for certain finite life intangible assets in our EMEA operations (Questus and Telia Contractor operating segments) which were deemed impaired and written off in the quarter ended March 31, 2002.

         Asset Impairment Charges. For the six months ended June 30, 2002, asset impairment charges were $21.1 million, compared to $12.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2001. The slowdown in the economy, existing economic conditions and visible trends in the telecommunications industry triggered an impairment evaluation by the Company of its goodwill and other intangible assets during the second quarter of 2001 and again during the first quarter of 2002. Based on the Company’s analyses of the results of operations and projected future cash flows associated with certain goodwill and other intangible assets, the Company determined that impairment existed.  Accordingly, the Company recorded impairment charges of $12.9 and $21.1 in

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the second quarter of 2001 and the first quarter of 2002, respectively.  The impairments were determined as the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeded the present value of the estimated future cash flows.   The impairment charge in 2002 did not result from the SFAS 142 transitional impairment test, but was a result of a triggering event in the first quarter of 2002.

         Other Income (Expense), Net. For the six months ended June 30, 2001, net other expense was $4.6 million compared $0.6 million for the six months ended June 30, 2002. This decrease in expense of $4.0 million was primarily attributable to lower interest expense resulting from the reduction of outstanding debt, higher interest income due to the higher cash balances in 2002, foreign currency transaction gains due to higher international activity combined with positive foreign currency fluctuations during the six months ended June 30, 2001, and a realized loss on available-for-sale investment securities which was recorded in the first quarter of 2001.

         Provision for Income Taxes. Our effective income tax rate for the six months ended June 30, 2002 represented a 17% income tax expense compared to a 26% income tax benefit for the six months ended June 30, 2001. The tax provision of $10.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2002 reflects an increase to the valuation allowance on deferred tax assets based upon a revision to the projections of future taxable income.  The increase in the valuation allowance applies to all U.S., state and foreign taxable loss carryforwards generated in the current period, as well as an additional portion of prior year loss carryforwards and cumulative temporary differences.

         During 2001 and through the second quarter of 2002, tightened capital markets constrained the growth of the wireless telecommunications industry, resulting in delays and changes to scopes of work for the build-outs of wireless communications networks. If build-outs and deployments of wireless communications networks continue to be delayed for a sustained period of time, the demand for our services and the prices that we are able to charge for our services may decline, which would result in a decline in our revenues, gross margins and results from operations. Although we cannot accurately anticipate the effect of inflation on our operations, we do not believe that inflation has had, or is likely in the foreseeable future to have, a material impact on our net revenues or results of operations.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

         Our sources of cash liquidity included cash, cash from operations and other external sources of funds.  As of June 30, 2002, we had cash of $76.1 million.   On May 31, 2002, our $33.0 million outstanding line of credit balance was paid in full and we terminated our line of credit agreement.

         Cash used in operations is primarily derived from our contracts in progress and changes in working capital. Cash used in operations was $7.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2001, while cash provided by operations was $10.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2002.

         Cash used in investing activities was $2.7 million and $2.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2001 and 2002, respectively.  Investing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2001 and 2002 consisted of capital expenditures.

         Cash used in financing activities for the six months ended June 30, 2001 was $1.5 million, which consisted primarily of repayment of borrowings under the line of credit, notes payable and capital lease obligations partially offset by proceeds from the issuance of common stock. Cash provided by financing activities was $8.4 million for the six months ended June 30, 2002. Financing activities for this period consisted primarily of the $33.0 million repayment of the remaining outstanding balance of the line of credit, $0.6 million repayment of an outstanding note payable and $4.0 million payments of capital lease obligations, offset by net proceeds from issuance of preferred stock of $44.9 million and proceeds from issuance of common stock of $1.1 million.

         As discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, our quarterly and annual operating results have fluctuated in the past and will vary in the future due to a variety of factors, many of which are outside of our control.  Following the receipt of $44.9 million in net proceeds from the sale of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, we repaid and terminated our line of credit agreement in order to reduce interest expense and related commitment fees.  In doing so, however, we have eliminated an option for available cash resources.  If the downturn in the telecommunications industry continues or if we are unable to sufficiently increase our revenues or reduce our expenses, we may experience a negative impact to our financial results and cash flows from operations, thus limiting our available liquidity and capital resources.

         We have no material cash commitments other than obligations under our operating and capital leases. Future capital requirements will depend upon many factors, including the timing of payments under contracts and increases in personnel in advance of new contracts.

         We believe that our cash and cash equivalent balances will be sufficient to satisfy cash requirements for the next twelve months. We are focused on preserving cash by continuously monitoring expenses and identifying cost savings. For example, during the first quarter of 2002, we changed our business model and internal cost structure to allow our billable and certain support personnel staff and related expenses to change with various levels of revenue. We will also continue to explore opportunities for direct equity investments to help meet our short-term liquidity requirements.

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    Critical Accounting Principles and Estimates

         In response to the SEC’s Release Numbers 33-8040 “Cautionary Advice Regarding Disclosure About Critical Accounting Policies” and 33-8056, “Commission Statement about Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations,” the Company has identified the following critical accounting policies that affect its more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of its consolidated financial statements. The preparation of the Company’s financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management of the Company to make estimates and judgments that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, revenues and expenses, and related disclosures of contingent assets and liabilities. On a periodic basis, the Company evaluates its estimates, including those related to revenue recognition, allowance for doubtful accounts, valuation of long-lived assets including goodwill and identifiable intangibles, accounting for income taxes including the related valuation allowance, accruals for self-insurance and compensation and related benefits, and contingencies and litigation. We explain these accounting policies in the notes to the consolidated financial statements and at relevant sections in this discussion and analysis. These estimates are based on the information that is currently available and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. Actual results could vary from those estimates under different assumptions or conditions.

         We believe the following critical accounting policies affect the Company’s more significant judgments and estimates used in the preparation of its consolidated financial statements.

         Revenue recognition. We derive our revenue primarily from long-term contracts and account for these contracts under the provisions of Statement of Position 81-1, “Accounting for Performance of Construction-Type and Certain Production-Type Contracts”. Revenue on time and materials contracts is recognized as services are rendered at contract labor rates plus material and other direct costs incurred. Revenue on fixed price contracts is recognized on the percentage-of-completion method based on the ratio of total costs incurred to date compared to estimated total costs to complete the contract. Estimates of costs to complete include material, direct labor, overhead, and allowable general and administrative expenses. These estimates are reviewed on a contract-by-contract basis, and are revised periodically throughout the life of the contract such that adjustments to profit resulting from revisions are made cumulative to the date of the revision. The full amount of an estimated loss is charged to operations in the period it is determined that a loss will be realized from the performance of a contract. Significant management judgments and estimates, including the estimated costs to complete projects, which drives the project’s percent complete, must be made and used in connection with the revenue recognized in any accounting period. Material differences may result in the amount and timing of our revenue for any period if our management made different judgments or utilized different estimates. In addition, many of our contracts include milestone billings. If a contract is terminated or reduced in scope prior to a milestone billing, we may not be able to recover the full amount of revenue recognized, which would result in a reduction of revenue and gross margin in the respective period.

         Allowance for doubtful accounts. We maintain an allowance for doubtful accounts for estimated losses resulting from the inability of certain customers to make required payments on amounts due to the Company. Management determines the adequacy of this allowance by periodically evaluating individual customer accounts receivable balances considering the customer’s financial condition and current economic conditions. If the financial condition of our customers were to deteriorate, resulting in an impairment of their ability to make payments, additions to the allowance for doubtful accounts may be required.

         Valuation of long-lived and intangible assets and goodwill. We have recorded significant amounts of goodwill and intangibles resulting from the acquisitions we have completed in the past three years. We assess the impairment of identifiable intangibles, long-lived assets and related goodwill whenever events or changes in circumstances indicate that the carrying value may not be recoverable. Factors we consider important which could trigger an impairment review include the following:

 

significant underperformance relative to expected historical or projected future operating results;

 

 

 

 

significant changes in the manner of our use of the acquired assets or the strategy for our overall business;

 

 

 

 

significant negative industry or economic trends;

 

 

 

 

significant decline in our stock price for a sustained period; and

 

 

 

 

our market capitalization relative to net book value.

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discounted cash flow method using a discount rate determined by our management to be commensurate with the risk inherent in our current business model. Net intangible assets, long-lived assets, and goodwill amounted to $65.4 million as of June 30, 2002.

         On January 1, 2002, SFAS No. 142 became effective and as a result, we ceased amortization of goodwill and indefinite lived intangible assets.  Through December 31, 2001, goodwill was amortized on a straight-line basis over lives ranging from 5 to 20 years, and intangibles were amortized on a straight-line basis over lives ranging from 2 to 5 years. In lieu of amortization, we are required to perform an initial impairment review of our goodwill and intangible assets with indefinite lives in 2002 and an annual impairment review thereafter. The first step of the goodwill impairment test required the Company to determine and compare the fair value of its defined reporting units to their carrying values as of January 1, 2002. The fair value for each reporting unit was determined using a discounted cash flow valuation analysis. The carrying values of each reporting unit was determined by specifically identifying and allocating the assets and liabilities of the Company to each reporting unit based on headcount, relative revenues or costs, or other methods as deemed appropriate by management.  Management believes that the assumptions made for these analyses are reasonable and consistent. The estimated fair values exceeded the carrying values for each reporting unit, resulting in no indication of impairment.  Consequently, the second step of the impairment test is not required.  If we are required to record an impairment charge in the future, it would have an adverse impact on our results of operations.

         Accounting for income taxes. As part of the process of preparing our consolidated financial statements we are required to estimate our income taxes in each of the jurisdictions in which we operate. This process involves us estimating our actual current tax exposure together with assessing temporary differences resulting from differing treatment of items, such as deferred revenue, for tax and accounting purposes. These differences result in deferred tax assets and liabilities, which are included within our consolidated balance sheet. We must then assess the likelihood that our deferred tax assets will be recovered from future taxable income and to the extent we believe that recovery is not likely, we must establish a valuation allowance. If we are required to increase the valuation allowance in the future, it would have an adverse impact on our results of operations.

         Significant management judgment is required in determining our provision for income taxes, our deferred tax assets and liabilities and any valuation allowance recorded against our net deferred tax assets. We have recorded a valuation allowance of $30.9 million as of June 30, 2002, due to uncertainties related to our ability to utilize certain deferred tax assets, primarily consisting of certain net operating losses carried forward and foreign tax credits, before they expire. The valuation allowance is based on our estimates of future taxable income by jurisdiction in which we operate and the period over which our deferred tax assets will be recoverable. In the event that actual results differ from these estimates or we adjust these estimates in future periods, our financial position and results of operations could be materially impacted. The net deferred tax liabilities as of June 30, 2002 was $1.6 million, net of deferred tax assets of $42.9 million and a valuation allowance of $30.9 million.

         Accrual for self insurance. The Company maintains an accrual for its health and workers compensation self-insurance, which is a component of accrued expenses in the consolidated balance sheets. Management determines the adequacy of these accruals by periodically evaluating our historical experience and trends related to both health and workers compensation claims and payments, information provided to us by our insurance broker, industry experience and trends and average lag period in which claims are paid. If such information indicates that our accruals are overstated or understated, we will adjust the assumptions utilized in our methodologies and reduce or provide for additional accruals as appropriate.

         Contingencies and litigation. The Company is subject to various claims and legal actions in the ordinary course of our business. Some of these matters include professional liability and employee-related matters. Although we are currently not aware of any such pending or threatened litigation that we believe is reasonably likely to have a material adverse effect on us, if we become aware of such assessments against the Company, we will evaluate the probability of an adverse outcome and provide accruals for such contingencies as necessary.

Related Party Transactions

         In May 2002, the Company issued an aggregate of 90,000 shares of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, at an aggregate purchase price of $45.0 million, in a private placement to entities affiliated with a director and to the brother of the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. The Company received $44.9 million of proceeds, net of issuance costs. Each share of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock is initially convertible into 100 shares of Common Stock for a common stock conversion price of $5.00 per share at the option of the holder at any time subject to certain provisions in the Series B Preferred Stock Purchase Agreement. After November 2004, the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock will automatically convert into shares of the Company's Common Stock if and when the Company's Common Stock trades at or above $11.00 per share for 30 consecutive trading days after that date. Upon any liquidation event, as defined in the agreement, each outstanding share of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock is entitled to receive $500.00 per share (or a common stock conversion price of $5.00 per share) as a liquidation preference, in

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preference to any amounts paid to holders of Common Stock. Subject to certain exceptions, the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock has anti-dilution protection, whereby any future issuances of securities by the company before November 30, 2003 below $5.00 per share would trigger the anti-dilution protection for the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock. If triggered, this protection would decrease the conversion price of the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock to the lowest price per share received by the Company for such issuance of securities. However, the conversion price may not be decreased to less than $4.17 per share.

         In October 2001, the Company issued an aggregate of 63,637 shares of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock for a common stock conversion price of $5.50 per share. Subject to certain exceptions, the Series A Convertible Preferred Stock has anti-dilution protection, whereby any future issuances of securities by the Company below $5.50 per share would trigger the anti-dilution protection for the Series A Convertible Preferred Stock. If triggered, this protection would decrease the conversion price of the Series A Convertible Preferred Stock to the lowest price per share received by the Company for such issuance of securities. However, the conversion price may not be decreased to less than $3.77 per share. Because the anti-dilution protection of the Series A Convertible Preferred Stock was triggered by the issuance by the Company of the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, the holders of Series A Convertible Preferred Stock are entitled to receive, in the aggregate, an additional 636,300 shares of Common Stock upon conversion based on a reduction in the common stock conversion price from $5.50 to $5.00 per share.

         During 2001 and 2002, one of the Company’s subsidiaries, WFI de Mexico, entered into certain transactions with JFR Business Corporation International S. de R.L. de C.V (“JFR”) and its related affiliates (collectively, “JFR and affiliates”).  The General Manager of WFI de Mexico is the brother of the Chairman and the Chief Executive Officer of the Company and holds a majority ownership interest in each of these entities. The primary business purpose for WFI de Mexico transacting business with JFR and affiliates relates to obtaining superior service and response compared to independent businesses providing such services, at market or less than market rates. WFI de Mexico contracted with JFR and affiliates during 2001 and 2002 for various services including automobile leasing, computer leasing, corporate and project related personnel services and construction services. WFI de Mexico owed $1.4 million for services rendered under these related party contracts as of June 30, 2002. The Company believes that the billings and amounts payable to JFR under these contracts are comparable to amounts that the Company could have negotiated under contracts with unaffiliated third parties for such services.

         During 2001, JFR contracted with another one of the Company’s subsidiaries, Wireless Facilities Latin America Ltda., for subcontractor engineering services for certain of its customer contracts. As of June 30, 2002, Wireless Facilities Latin America Ltda. had a trade receivable balance outstanding from JFR for approximately $0.3 million related to 2001 services. The Company believes that the amounts receivable under this contract are comparable to amounts that the Company could have negotiated under contracts with unaffiliated third parties for such services.

         At June 30, 2002, except as noted above, there were no other commitments or guarantees between JFR and affiliates and the Company.

         During the second quarter of 2002, an agreement was executed between WFI and the Chief Financial Officer, whereby the repayment terms of the house relocation loan receivable of $0.3 million and related tax payment from the officer will be forgiven over the term of the officer’s future employment with the Company.

         At June 30, 2002, the Company did not have any relationships with unconsolidated entities or financial partnerships, such as entities often referred to as structured finance or special purpose entities, which would have been established for the purpose of facilitating off-balance sheet arrangements or other contractually narrow or limited purposes.  In addition, the Company does not engage in trading activities involving non-exchange traded contracts.  As such, the Company is not materially exposed to any financing, liquidity, market or credit risk that could arise if the Company had engaged in such relationships.

Recent Accounting Pronouncements

         In June 2001, the FASB issued SFAS 143, “Accounting for Asset Retirement Obligations,” which addresses financial accounting and reporting for obligations associated with the retirement of tangible long-lived assets and for the associated asset retirement costs. The standard applies to tangible long-lived assets that have a legal obligation associated with their retirement that results from the acquisition, construction or development or normal use of the asset. SFAS 143 requires that the fair value of a liability for an asset retirement obligation be recognized in the period in which it is incurred if a reasonable estimate of fair value can be made. The fair value of the liability is added to the carrying amount of the associated asset and this additional carrying amount is depreciated over the remaining life of the asset. The liability is accreted at the end of each period through charges to operating expense. The provisions of SFAS 143 are required to be applied during the quarter ending March 31, 2003. To accomplish this, the Company must identify all legal obligations for asset retirement obligations, if any, and determine the fair value of these obligations on the date of adoption. The determination of fair value is complex and will require the Company to gather market information and develop cash flow models. Additionally, the Company will be required to develop processes to track and monitor these obligations. This statement is effective for fiscal years beginning after June 15, 2002.  At this time, the Company does not anticipate that the adoption of SFAS 143 will have a material effect on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

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         In April 2002, SFAS No. 145, “Rescission of FASB Statements No. 4, 44 and 64, Amendment of FASB Statement No. 13, and Technical Corrections” was issued. SFAS 145 provides guidance on the classification of gains and losses from the extinguishment of debt and on the accounting for certain specified lease transactions. This statement is effective for fiscal years beginning after March 31, 2003.  It is not anticipated that the financial impact of this statement will have a material effect on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

         In July 2002, SFAS No. 146, “Accounting for Costs Associated with Exit or Disposal Activities” was issued. SFAS 146 provides guidance on the recognition and measurement of liabilities associated with exit and disposal activities.  Under SFAS 146, liabilities for costs associated with exit or disposal activities should be recognized when the liabilities are incurred and measured at fair value. This statement is effective prospectively for exit or disposal activities initiated after December 31, 2002.  It is not anticipated that the financial impact of this statement will have a material effect on the Company’s consolidated financial statements.

Risk Factors

         You should carefully consider the following risk factors and all other information contained herein as well as the information included  in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2001, and other reports and filings made with the Securities and Exchange Commission before investing in our common stock. Investing in our common stock involves a high degree of risk. Risks and uncertainties, in addition to those we describe below, that are not presently known to us or that we currently believe are immaterial may also impair our business operations. If any of the following risks occur, our business could be harmed, the price of our common stock could decline and you may lose all or part of your investment. See the note regarding forward-looking statements included at the beginning of Item 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.

Our financial results may suffer if we are unable to effectively implement our new business model.

         During the first quarter of 2002, we implemented a new business model in order to enhance flexibility related to our overall ongoing cost structure.  Under our new business model, we reduced our workforce in order to further minimize underutilization costs and better align such costs with the fluctuations in our future revenues.  We plan to hire additional staff as “project-based employees” when the need arises under large contracts. The lack of history with managing this new model combined with continued uncertainty in the business environment may result in inefficiencies.

         Because we no longer retain a surplus capacity of project-based employees, it may be difficult for us to hire a significant number of highly experienced and skilled personnel when necessary in order to service a major contract in the future, particularly if the market for related personnel becomes competitive.  Further, our ability to recruit highly qualified personnel in the future may be harmed due to the significant layoffs that we have recently implemented.  If we are unable to win major contracts or perform such contracts effectively and on time due to staffing deficiencies, our revenues may decline and our business may be harmed.

We expect our quarterly results to fluctuate. If we fail to meet earnings estimates, our stock price could decline.

         Our quarterly and annual operating results have fluctuated in the past and will vary in the future due to a variety of factors, many of which are outside of our control.

         The factors outside of our control include:

 

telecommunications market conditions and economic conditions generally;

 

 

 

 

the timing and size of network deployments by our carrier customers and the timing and size of orders for network equipment built by our vendor customers;

 

 

 

 

fluctuations in demand for our services;

 

 

 

 

the length of sales cycles;

 

 

 

 

the ability of certain customers to sustain capital resources to pay their trade accounts receivable balances;

 

 

 

 

reductions in the prices of services offered by our competitors; and

 

 

 

 

costs of integrating technologies or businesses that we add.

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changes in the actual and estimated costs and time to complete fixed-price, time-certain projects;

 

 

 

 

the timing of expansion into new markets, both domestically and internationally; and

 

 

 

 

the timing and payments associated with possible acquisitions.

         Due to these factors, our quarterly revenues, expenses and results of operations have recently varied significantly and could continue to vary significantly in the future. You should take these factors into account when evaluating past periods, and, because of the potential variability due to these factors, you should not rely upon results of past periods as an indication of our future performance. In addition, we may from time to time provide estimates of our future performance. Estimates are inherently uncertain and actual results are likely to deviate, perhaps substantially, from our estimates as a result of the many risks and uncertainties in our business, including, but not limited to, those set forth in these risk factors. We undertake no duty to update estimates if given. In addition, the long-term viability of our business could be negatively impacted if the recent downward trend in our revenues and results of operations is sustained. Because our operating results may vary significantly from quarter to quarter based upon the factors described above, results may not meet the expectations of securities analysts and investors, and this could cause the price of our common stock to decline significantly.

         During 2001 and through the quarter ended June 30, 2002, we experienced a negative impact to our cumulative earnings (despite positive earnings results during the three months ended June 30, 2002) and stock price as a result of the foregoing factors that may cause our quarterly results to fluctuate. We may continue to incur losses for the foreseeable future. Due to the recent downturn in the financial markets generally, and specifically the slowdown in wireless telecommunications infrastructure spending, some of our customers have cancelled or suspended their contracts with us and many of our customers and potential customers have postponed entering into new contracts for our services and or have asked for price concessions. The reduction in the availability of capital due to the downturn has also delayed the completion of mergers contemplated by some of our customers, which has resulted in project delays. In addition, unfavorable economic conditions are causing some of our customers to take longer to pay us for services we perform, increasing the average number of days that our receivables are outstanding. Also due to the difficult financing and economic conditions, some of our customers may not be able to pay us for services that we have already performed and three of our customers filed for bankruptcy protection in 2001. If we are not able to collect amounts due to us, we may be required to write-off significant amounts of our accounts receivable. For example, we recognized bad debt expense of $3.5 million during the first quarter of fiscal 2001 due to Advanced Radio Telecom’s filing for bankruptcy protection and we recognized bad debt expense of $13.9 million for the entire Metricom, Inc. receivable due to Metricom’s filing for bankruptcy protection and $1.3 million for US Wireless due to US Wireless’ filing for bankruptcy protection during the second quarter of 2001. Additionally, during the first quarter of 2002 we increased our allowance for doubtful accounts by $10.0 million for estimated potential future losses based on the financial condition of certain customers and the current economic conditions.  Because we are not able to reduce our costs as fast as our revenues may decline, our costs as a percentage of revenues may increase and, correspondingly, our net earnings may decline disproportionately to any decrease in revenues. During the first quarter of 2002, we changed our business model and internal cost structure to allow our billable and certain support personnel staff and related expenses to change with various levels of revenue. We have incurred certain charges associated with efforts to minimize our expenses, such as severance costs to reduce headcount and loss on unused office space. As a result of these and other factors, it has become extremely difficult to forecast our future revenues and earnings, and any predictions we make are subject to significant revisions and are very uncertain.

Our success is dependent on the continued growth in the deployment of wireless networks, and to the extent that such growth cannot be sustained our business may be harmed.

         The wireless telecommunications industry has historically experienced a dramatic rate of growth both in the United States and internationally. Recently, however, many telecommunications carriers have been re-evaluating their network deployment plans in response to downturns in the capital markets, changing perceptions regarding industry growth, the adoption of new wireless technologies, and a general economic slowdown in the United States and internationally. It is difficult to predict whether these changes will result in a sustained downturn in the telecommunications industry. If the rate of growth continues to slow and carriers continue to reduce their capital investments in wireless infrastructure or fail to expand into new geographic areas, our business will be significantly harmed.

         The uncertainty associated with rapidly changing telecommunications technologies may also continue to negatively impact the rate of deployment of wireless networks and the demand for our services. Telecommunications service providers face significant challenges in assessing consumer demand and in acceptance of rapidly changing enhanced telecommunications capabilities. If telecommunications service providers continue to perceive that the rate of acceptance of next generation telecommunications products will grow more slowly than previously expected, they may, as a result, continue to slow their development of next generation technologies. Any significant sustained slowdown will further reduce the demand for our services and adversely affect our financial results.

Our revenues will be negatively impacted if there are delays in the deployment of new wireless networks.

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         A significant portion of our revenues is generated from new licensees seeking to deploy their networks. To date, the pace of network deployment has sometimes been slower than expected, due in part to difficulty experienced by holders of licenses in raising the necessary financing, and there can be no assurance that future bidders for licenses will not experience similar difficulties. In addition, uncertainties regarding the availability and allocation of spectrum have caused delays in network deployment both in the Unites States and internationally. There has also been substantial regulatory uncertainty regarding payments owed to the United States government by past successful wireless bidders, and such uncertainty has also delayed network deployments. In addition, factors adversely affecting the demand for wireless services, such as allegations of health risks associated with the use of mobile phones, could slow or delay the deployment of wireless networks. These factors, as well as delays in granting the use of spectrum, legal decisions and future legislation regulations may slow or delay the deployment of wireless networks, which in turn, could harm our business.

If our customers do not receive sufficient financing, our business may be seriously harmed.

         Some of our customers and potential customers rely upon outside financing to pay the considerable costs of deploying their networks. If these companies fail to receive adequate financing or experience delays in receiving financing, particularly after we have begun working with them, our results of operations may be harmed. Even customers and potential customers that have adequate financing may delay deploying or upgrading their networks as they prioritize or ration their capital resources. In addition, to the extent our customers continue to experience capital constraints, they could continue to place pressure on us to lower the prices we charge for our services, and they may be inclined to choose the services of our competitors to the extent our competitors are willing and able to provide project financing. If competitive pressures force us to continue to make price concessions or otherwise reduce prices for our services, then our revenues and margins will decline and our results of operations would be harmed.

Our success is dependent on the continued trend toward outsourcing wireless telecommunications services.

         Our success is dependent on the continued trend by wireless carriers and network equipment vendors to outsource their network design, deployment and management needs. If wireless carriers and network equipment vendors elect to perform more network deployment services themselves, our revenues would likely decline and our business would be harmed.

A loss of one or more of our key customers or delays in project timing for key customers could cause a significant decrease in our net revenues.

         We have derived, and believe that we will continue to derive, a significant portion of our revenues from a limited number of customers. We anticipate that our key customers will change in the future as current projects are completed and new projects begin. The services required by any one customer could be limited by a number of factors, including industry consolidation, technological developments, economic slowdown and internal budget constraints. None of our customers is obligated to purchase additional services from us and most of our contracts with customers can be terminated without cause or penalty by the customer on notice to us. As a result of these factors, the volume of work performed for specific customers is likely to vary from period to period, and a major customer in one period may not use our services in a subsequent period. Accordingly, we cannot be certain that present or future customers will not terminate their network service arrangements with us or significantly reduce or delay their contracts.

The consolidation of equipment vendors or carriers could adversely impact our business.

         Recently, the wireless telecommunications industry has been characterized by significant consolidation activity. This future consolidation within the wireless telecommunication industry may lead to a greater ability among equipment vendors and carriers to provide a full suite of network services, and may simplify integration and installation, which could lead to a reduction in demand for our services. Moreover, the consolidation of equipment vendors or carriers could have the effect of reducing the number of our current or potential customers, which could increase the bargaining power of our remaining customers. This potential increase in bargaining power could create competitive pressures whereby a particular customer may request our exclusivity with them in a particular market and put downward pressure on the prices we charge for our services. Accordingly, we may not be able to represent some customers who wish to retain our services.

We may not be able to hire and retain a sufficient number of qualified engineers or other employees to meet our contract commitments or maintain the quality of our services.

         Our future success will depend on our ability to hire and retain additional highly skilled engineering, managerial, marketing and sales personnel. Competition for such personnel is intense, especially for engineers and project managers, and we may be unable to attract sufficiently qualified personnel in adequate numbers to meet the demand for our services in the future. In addition, as of June 30, 2002, approximately 200, or 19% of our employees in the United States were working under H-1B visas. H-1B visas are a special class of nonimmigrant working visas for qualified aliens working in specialty occupations, including, for

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example, radio frequency engineers. We are aware that the Department of Labor has issued interim final regulations that place greater requirements on H-1B dependent companies, such as WFI, and may restrict our ability to hire workers under the H-1B visa category in the future. In addition, these regulations expose us to significant penalties, including a prohibition on the hiring of H-1B workers, if the Department of Labor deems us noncompliant.

         In addition, immigration policies are subject to rapid change, and these policies have generally become more stringent since the events of September 11, 2001. For example, the Mexican government will not issue visas to enter Mexico for people of certain nationalities without a prior background check conducted by the Gubernacion office in Mexico City. These policies may restrict our ability to send certain of our employees to Mexico that we deem necessary to sustain the growth of our subsidiary, WFI de Mexico. Any additional significant changes in immigration law or regulations may further restrict our ability to continue to employ or to hire new workers on H-1B visas and otherwise restrict our ability to utilize our existing employees as we see fit, and, therefore, could harm our business.

A significant percentage of our revenue is accounted for on a percentage-of-completion basis, which could cause our quarterly results to fluctuate.

         A significant percentage of our revenue is derived from fixed priced contracts which are accounted for on a percentage-of-completion basis. The portion of our revenue from fixed price contracts accounted for approximately 54% of our revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2002. With the percentage-of-completion method for revenue recognition, we recognize expenses as they are incurred and we recognize revenue based on a comparison of the current costs incurred for the project to date to the then estimated total costs of the project. Accordingly, the revenue we recognize in a given quarter depends on the costs we have incurred for individual projects and our then current estimate of the total remaining costs to complete individual projects. If, in any period, we significantly increase our estimate of the total costs to complete a project, we may recognize very little or no additional revenue with respect to that project. As a result, our gross margin in such period and in future periods may be significantly reduced and in some cases we may recognize a loss on individual projects prior to their completion. To the extent that our estimates fluctuate over time or differ from actual requirements, gross margins in subsequent quarters may vary significantly from our estimates and could harm our financial results.

         Similarly, the cancellation or modification of a contract, which is accounted for on a percentage-of-completion basis, may adversely affect our gross margins for the period during which the contract is modified or cancelled. In the first quarter of fiscal 2001, we experienced such gross margin adjustments related to the suspension and termination of the Metricom and Advanced Radio Telecom contracts. Under certain circumstances, a cancellation or modification of a fixed price contract could also result in our having to reverse revenue that we recognized in a prior period, which could significantly reduce the amount of revenues we recognize for the period in which the adjustment is made. For example, if we have a three year fixed price contract where the contract fee is $1 million and the initial estimated costs associated with the contract are $550,000, and if during the first year we incur $220,000 in costs related to the contract and correspondingly estimate that the contract is 40% complete, then under the percentage-of-completion accounting method we would recognize 40%, or $400,000 in revenue during the first year of the contract. If, during the second year of the contract the project is terminated with 35% of the services deemed provided to the client, then the total revenue for the project would be adjusted downward to $350,000, and the revenue recognizable during the second year would be the total revenue earned to date, the $350,000 less the revenue previously recognized or $400,000, resulting in a reversal of $50,000 of revenue previously recognized. To the extent we experience additional adjustments such as those described above, our revenues and gross margins will be adversely affected.

Our financial results may be harmed if we fail to accurately forecast our personnel needs for present or future projected business.

         Since our business is driven by large, and sometimes multi-year contracts, we forecast our personnel needs for future projected business. If we maintain or increase our staffing levels in anticipation of one or more projects and those projects are delayed, reduced or terminated, we may underutilize these additional personnel, which would increase our general and administrative expenses, reduce our earnings and possibly harm our results of operations.

Our short operating history, our recent growth in expanding services, and the recent and sudden slowdown due to the current economic conditions in our industry limit our ability to forecast operating results.

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         We have generated revenues for only seven years and thus, we have only a short history from which to predict future revenues. This limited operating experience, together with the dynamic market environment in which we operate, including fluctuating demand for our services, reduces our ability to accurately forecast our quarterly and annual revenues. Further, we plan our operating expenses based primarily on these revenue projections. Because most of our expenses are incurred in advance of anticipated revenues, we may not be able to decrease our expenses in a timely manner to offset any unexpected shortfall in revenues.

Our operating results may suffer because of competition in our industry.

         The wireless network services market is highly competitive and fragmented and is served by numerous companies. Many of these competitors have significantly greater financial, technical and marketing resources, generate greater revenues and have greater name recognition and experience than us. We do not know of any competitors that are dominant in our industry.

         We believe that the principal competitive factors in our market include the ability to deliver results within budget and on time, reputation, accountability, staffing flexibility, project management expertise, industry experience and pricing. In addition, expertise in new and evolving technologies, such as wireless internet services, has become increasingly important. We also believe our ability to compete depends on a number of factors outside of our control, including:

 

the prices at which others offer competitive services;

 

 

 

 

the ability and willingness of our competitors to finance customers’ projects on favorable terms;

 

 

 

 

the ability of our customers to perform the services themselves; and

 

 

 

 

the responsiveness of our competitors to customer needs.

         We may not be able to compete effectively on these or other bases, and, as a result, our revenues and income may decline. In addition, we have recently begun to face competition from a new class of entrants into the wireless network services market comprised of recently unemployed telecommunications workers who have started their own businesses and are willing to operate at lower profit margins than ours. To the extent that these competitors are able to increase their market share, our business may suffer.

We must keep pace with rapid technological changes, market conditions and industry developments to maintain and grow our revenues.

         The market for wireless and other network system design, deployment and management services is characterized by rapid change and technological improvements. Our future success will depend in part on our ability to enhance our current service offerings to keep pace with technological developments and to address increasingly sophisticated customer needs. We may not successfully develop or market service offerings that respond in a timely manner to the technological advances of our customers and competitors. In addition, the services that we do develop may not adequately or competitively address the needs of the changing telecommunications marketplace. If we are not successful in responding to technological changes, market conditions or industry developments, our revenues may decline and our business may be harmed.

Our business operations could be significantly disrupted if we lose members of our management team.

         Our success depends to a significant degree upon the continued contributions of our executive officers, both individually and as a group. Our future performance will be substantially dependent on our ability to retain and motivate them.

We may not be successful in our efforts to integrate international acquisitions.

         A key component of our business model is to expand our operations in international markets. International acquisitions pose a challenge, as we must integrate operations despite differences in culture, language and legal environments. To date, we have limited experience with international acquisitions and face risks related to those transactions, including:

 

difficulties in staffing, managing and integrating international operations due to language, cultural or other differences;

 

 

 

 

different or conflicting regulatory or legal requirements;

 

 

 

 

foreign currency fluctuations; and

 

 

 

 

diversion of significant time and attention of our management.

         Our failure to address these risks could inhibit or preclude our efforts to pursue or complete international acquisitions.

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We continue to enter new international markets. Our failure to effectively manage our international operations or respond to changing regulatory conditions in foreign markets could harm our business.

         We currently have international operations, including offices in Brazil, Mexico, United Kingdom and Sweden. For the six months ended June 30, 2002, international operations accounted for approximately 24% of our total revenues. We believe that the percentage of our total revenues attributable to international operations will continue to be significant. We intend to enter additional international markets, which will require significant management time and financial resources and could adversely affect our operating margins and earnings. In order to enter these new international markets, we will need to hire additional personnel and develop relationships with potential international customers. To the extent that we are unable to do so on a timely basis, our growth in international markets will be limited, and our business could be harmed.

         Our international business operations are subject to a number of material risks, including, but not limited to:

 

difficulties in building and managing foreign operations;

 

 

 

 

regulatory uncertainties in foreign countries, including changing regulations and delays in licensing carriers to build out their networks in various locations;

 

 

 

 

difficulties in enforcing agreements and collecting receivables through foreign legal systems and addressing other legal issues;

 

 

 

 

longer payment cycles;

 

 

 

 

foreign and U.S. taxation issues;

 

 

 

 

potential weaknesses in foreign economies, particularly in Europe, South America and Mexico;

 

 

 

 

fluctuations in the value of foreign currencies; and

 

 

 

 

unexpected domestic and international regulatory, economic or political changes.

         To date, we have encountered each of the risks set forth above in our international operations. If we are unable to expand and manage our international operations effectively, our business may be harmed.

Fluctuations in the value of foreign currencies could harm our profitability.

         The majority of our international sales are currently denominated in U.S. dollars. Fluctuations in the value of foreign currencies, compared to the U.S. dollar, may make our services more expensive than local service offerings in international locations. This would make our service offerings less price competitive than local service offerings, which could harm our business. To date, our experience with this foreign currency risk has predominately related to the Brazilian real and Mexican peso. In addition, we conduct business in Swedish krona, British pound sterling, and Euro. We do not currently engage in currency hedging activities to limit the risks of currency fluctuations. Therefore, fluctuations in foreign currencies could have a negative impact on the profitability of our global operations, which would harm our financial results.

We may encounter potential costs or claims resulting from project performance.

         Our engagements often involve large scale, highly complex projects. Our performance on such projects frequently depends upon our ability to manage the relationship with our customers, and to effectively manage the project and deploy appropriate resources, including third-party contractors, and our own personnel, in a timely manner. Many of our engagements involve projects that are significant to the operations of our customers’ businesses. Our failure to meet a customer’s expectations in the planning or implementation of a project or the failure of our personnel or third-party contractors to meet project completion deadlines could damage our reputation, result in termination of our engagement and adversely affect our ability to attract new business. We undertake projects in which we guarantee performance based upon defined operating specifications or guaranteed delivery dates. Unsatisfactory performance or unanticipated difficulties or delays in completing such projects may result in a direct reduction in payments to us, or payment of damages by us, which would harm our business.

As of June 30, 2002, executive officers and directors and their affiliates controlled 54% of our outstanding common stock (including the shares of common stock into which the shares of Series A and Series B Convertible Preferred Stock may be converted), and as a result are able to exercise control over matters requiring stockholder approval.

         As of June 30, 2002, executive officers and directors and their affiliates beneficially owned, in the aggregate, approximately 54% of our outstanding common stock, after giving effect to the conversion of Series A and Series B Convertible Preferred Stock.  In particular, our former Chairman, Massih Tayebi, and our current Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Masood K. Tayebi,

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beneficially owned, in the aggregate, approximately 30% of our outstanding common stock. In addition, other members of the Tayebi family owned, in the aggregate, approximately 7% of our outstanding common stock. The remaining 17% is beneficially owned by certain other officers and directors of the Company and their affiliates as of June 30, 2002.  As a result, the executive officers, directors and their affiliates are able to collectively exercise control over matters requiring stockholder approval, such as the election of directors and approval of significant corporate transactions, which include preventing a third-party from acquiring control over us. These transactions may also include those that other stockholders deem to be in their best interests and in which those other stockholders might otherwise receive a premium for their shares.

Our stock price may be particularly volatile because of our industry.

         The stock market in general has recently experienced extreme price and volume fluctuations. In addition, the market prices of securities of technology and telecommunications companies have been extremely volatile, and have experienced fluctuations that have often been unrelated to or disproportionate to the operating performance of those companies. These broad market fluctuations could adversely affect the price of our common stock.

Provisions in our charter documents and Delaware law may make it difficult for a third-party to acquire us and could depress the price of our common stock.

         Delaware corporate law and our certificate of incorporation and bylaws contain provisions that could delay, defer or prevent a change in control of our management or us. These provisions may also discourage proxy contests and make it more difficult for our stockholders to elect directors and take other corporate action. As a result, these provisions could limit the price that investors are willing to pay for shares of our common stock. These provisions include:

 

authorizing the board of directors to issue preferred stock;

 

 

 

 

prohibiting cumulative voting in the election of directors;

 

 

 

 

limiting the persons who may call special meetings of stockholders;

 

 

 

 

prohibiting stockholder action by written consent; and

 

 

 

 

establishing advance notice requirements for nominations for election to our board of directors or for proposing matters that can be acted on by stockholders at meetings of our stockholders.

         We are also subject to certain provisions of Delaware law which could delay, deter or prevent us from entering into an acquisition, including Section 203 of the Delaware General Corporation Law, which prohibits us from engaging in a business combination with an interested stockholder unless specific conditions are met.

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Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

         We are exposed to foreign currency risks due to both transactions and translations between functional and reporting currencies in our Mexican, Brazilian and United Kingdom subsidiaries. We are exposed to the impact of foreign currency fluctuations due to the operations of and net monetary asset and liability positions in our Mexico, Brazil and United Kingdom foreign subsidiaries. Significant monetary assets and liabilities include trade receivables, trade payables and intercompany payables that are not denominated in their local functional currencies. As of June 30, 2002, our Mexican subsidiary was in an average net asset position of approximately $20.7 million while our Brazilian and United Kingdom subsidiaries were in average net monetary liability positions of approximately $3.4 million and $8.6 million, respectively. The potential foreign currency translation losses from a hypothetical 10% adverse change in the exchange rates from the net asset or liability positions at June 30, 2002 were approximately $2.1 million, $0.3 million and $0.9 million for Mexico, Brazil and the United Kingdom, respectively.

         In addition, we estimate that an immediate 10% change in foreign exchange rates would impact reported net income or loss by approximately $0.2 million and $1.7 million for the three and six months ended June 30, 2002, respectively. This was estimated using a 10% deterioration factor to the average monthly exchange rates applied to net income or loss for each of the subsidiaries in the respective period.

         Due to the difficulty in determining and obtaining predictable cash flow forecasts in our foreign operations based on the overall challenging economic environment and associated contract structures, we do not utilize any derivative financial instruments to hedge foreign currency risks.

         On May 31, 2002, the Company repaid its $33.0 million line of credit outstanding balance and terminated its line of credit agreement.

         A hypothetical 10% adverse change in the average interest rate on our debt and money market investments for the three and six months ended June 30, 2002 would have had no material effect on net income or loss for the periods.  We do not utilize any derivative financial instruments to hedge interest rate risks.

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PART II. OTHER INFORMATION

Item 1. Legal Proceedings

         Metricom, Inc., which initiated Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings in 2001, filed an action with the bankruptcy court against the Company to recover alleged preference payments in the amount of $1,416,240. The Company has recently received an offer involving the Company's payment of $250,000 to resolve this claim which is currently under consideration.

         In June and July 2001, the Company and certain of its directors and officers were named as defendants in five purported class action complaints filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of New York on behalf of persons and entities who acquired the Company’s common stock at various times on or after November 4, 1999. The complaints allege that the registration statement and prospectus dated November 4, 1999, issued by the Company in connection with the public offering of the Company’s common stock contained untrue statements of material fact or omissions of material fact in violation of securities laws because the registration statement and prospectus allegedly failed to disclose that the offering’s underwriters had (a) solicited and received additional and excessive compensation and benefits from their customers beyond what was listed in the registration statement and prospectus and (b) entered into tie-in or other arrangements with certain of their customers which were allegedly designed to maintain, distort and/or inflate the market price of the Company’s common stock in the aftermarket. The complaints seek unspecified monetary damages and other relief. On August 8, 2001, the above-referenced lawsuits were consolidated for pretrial purposes with similar lawsuits filed against hundreds of other initial public offering issuers and their underwriters in the Southern District of New York (the consolidated proceeding is designated as “In re IPO Securities Litigation”). An initial case management conference was held on September 7, 2001 for In re IPO Securities Litigation, at which time the Court ordered that the time for all defendants to respond to any complaint be postponed until further notice of the Court. On April 19, 2002, the plaintiffs filed a new, amended complaint that consolidated their previously filed complaints against the Company and certain of its officers and directors.  On July 15, 2002, a joint motion to dismiss was filed on behalf of all the issuers and their officers and directors in In re IPO Securities Litigation (including the Company and its officers and directors).  The Company believes this litigation is without merit and intends to vigorously defend against it. It is impossible at this time to assess whether or not the outcome of these proceedings will or will not have a materially adverse effect on the Company.

         In addition to the foregoing matters, from time to time, the Company may become involved in various lawsuits and legal proceedings which arise in the ordinary course of business. However, litigation is subject to inherent uncertainties, and an adverse result in these or other matters may arise from time to time that may harm the Company’s business.

Item 2. Changes in Securities

          In May 2002, the Company issued an aggregate of 90,000 shares of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock, at an aggregate purchase price of $45.0 million, in a private placement to entities affiliated with a director and to the brother of the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the Company. The Company received $44.9 million of proceeds, net of issuance costs. Each share of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock is initially convertible into 100 shares of Common Stock for a common stock conversion price of $5.00 per share at the option of the holder at any time subject to certain provisions in the Series B Preferred Stock Purchase Agreement. After November 2004, the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock will automatically convert into shares of the Company's Common Stock if and when the Company's Common Stock trades at or above $11.00 per share for 30 consecutive trading days after that date. Upon any liquidation event, as defined in the agreement, each outstanding share of Series B Convertible Preferred Stock is entitled to receive $500.00 per share (or a common stock conversion price of $5.00 per share) as a liquidation preference, in preference to any amounts paid to holders of Common Stock. Subject to certain exceptions, the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock has anti-dilution protection, whereby any future issuances of securities by the company before November 30, 2003 below $5.00 per share would trigger the anti-dilution protection for the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock. If triggered, this protection would decrease the conversion price of the Series B Convertible Preferred Stock to the lowest price per share received by the Company for such issuance of securities. However, the conversion price may not be decreased to less than $4.17 per share.

         The sale and issuance of the securities in the transaction described in the foregoing paragraph was deemed to be exempt from registration under the Securities Exchange Act of 1933, as amended by virtue of Section 4(2) and or Regulation D promulgated under such Act. The purchasers represented their intention to acquire the securities for investment only and not with a view of distribution thereof. Appropriate legends are affixed to the securities issued in such transaction. All recipients either received adequate information about the Company or had access to such information.

 

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Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

         The Annual Meeting of Stockholders of Wireless Facilities, Inc. was held on June 14, 2002. The following proposals were adopted by the votes indicated below:

1.

 

To elect a Board of Directors to serve for the ensuing year and until their successors are elected. Elected to serve as directors were: Masood K. Tayebi, Ph.D., 43,172,414 for and 929,137 withheld; Scott Anderson, 43,488,331 for and 613,220 withheld; Scot Jarvis, 43,488,921 for and 612,630 withheld; William Hoglund, 43,490,396 for and 611,155 withheld; David Lee, Ph.D., 42,162,535 for and 1,939,016 withheld; and Bandel Carano, 43,688,020 for and 413,531 withheld.

 

 

 

2.

 

To ratify the selection of KPMG LLP as independent auditors of the Company for its fiscal year ending December 31, 2002: 43,721,530 for, 788 against, and 379,233 abstained.

 

 

 

3.

 

To approve the Company’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan, as amended to increase the aggregate number of shares of Common Stock authorized for issuance under such plan from 1,500,000 to 1,850,000: 43,692,189 for, 393,495 against and 15,867 abstained.


Item 6. Exhibits and Reports on Form 8-K:

 

(a). Exhibits:

 

 

 

10.1*

Technical Service Subcontract dated as of February 8, 2002 between the Company and Bechtel Corporation.

 

10.2

Agreement dated as of April 1, 2002 between the Company and Terry M. Ashwill.

 

99.1

Periodic Report Certification by Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer of Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended June 30, 2002.


* Confidential treatment has been requested with respect to certain portions of this exhibit.  Omitted portions have been filed separately with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

 

(b). Reports on Form 8-K:

         Current Report on Form 8-K (No. 000-27231) dated May 20, 2002, which was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 21, 2002, stating that the Company had entered into an agreement to sell $45.0 million of its Series B Convertible Preferred Stock in a private placement to investment funds managed by Oak Investment Partners, Meritech Capital Partners and to a single private investor, Sean Tayebi, Ph.D., who is the brother of Masood K. Tayebi, Ph.D., the Company’s founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

         Current Report on Form 8-K/A (No. 000-27231) dated May 20, 2002, which was filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on June 5, 2002 as an amendment to the Current Report on Form 8-K dated May 20, 2002, in order to file the corrected final version of the Company’s Series B Preferred Stock Purchase Agreement and the exhibits thereto.

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SIGNATURES

         Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Act of 1934, as amended, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.

 

WIRELESS FACILITIES, INC.

 

 

 

 

By:

/s/ MASOOD K. TAYEBI, PH.D.

 

 


 

 

Masood K. Tayebi, Ph.D.
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

 

 

 

 

By:

/s/ DAN STOKELY

 

 


 

 

Dan Stokely
Vice President, Corporate Controller and
Chief Accounting Officer

 

 

 

Date: August 13, 2002

 

 

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Prepared by R.R. Donnelley Financial -- Bechtel Subcontractor Agreement

* Confidential Treatment Requested Under
17 C.F.R. §§200.80(b)(4), 200.83 and 240.24b-2

BECHTEL CORPORATION

CINGULAR PROJECT

BECHTEL CORPORATION
CINGULAR WIRELESS LLC
PROJECT
AGREEMENT
TECHNICAL SERVICES SUBCONTRACT

Subcontractor:

 

Wireless Facilities, Inc. (WFI)

 

Subcontract No.: 24872-PRO-SC6-CL00-00001

 

Address:

 

4810 Eastgate Mall

 

 

 

 

 

San Diego, CA 92121

 

 

Work Location: Multiple sites

 

sites

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Issuing Office Atlanta, GA

 

 

 

 

 

Address:

Bechtel Corporation

 

Contact:

 

Paul Coffin

 

 

Attn: Jim Pearson

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5680 Oakbrook Pkwy

 

 

 

 

 

 

Suite No.168

 

 

 

 

 

 

Norcross, Ga 30093

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Telephone:

 

858.228.2154

 

 

 

E-Mail:

 

paul.coffin@wfinet.com

 

 

 

Facsimile:

 

858.228.2003

 

Register No.:

N/A

 

D-U-N-S No.:

 

88-445-713

 

Goods and Services Code:CL00

 

This subcontract is effective as of the 8th day of February, 2002, between BECHTEL CORPORATION(CONTRACTOR), and the above named SUBCONTRACTOR who hereby agree that all Work specified below shall be performed by the SUBCONTRACTOR in accordance with all the provisions of this subcontract, consisting of the following Subcontract Documents:

 

Subcontract Form of Agreement

 

Exhibit “A” General Conditions, dated: 02-08-02

 

Exhibit “B” Special Conditions, dated: 02-08-02

 

Exhibit “C” Quantities, Pricing , Data and Revenue Sharing, dated: 02-08-02

 

Exhibit “D” Scope of Work, dated: 02-08-02

 

 

1.

WORK TO BE PERFORMED:  Except as specified elsewhere in the subcontract, SUBCONTRACTOR shall furnish all administrative, technical and professional services and perform all operations, including the furnishing and supervision of all technical personnel and the furnishing of any equipment, material, supplies and transportation necessary and required to satisfactorily:

 

 

 

Provide Site Acquisition, Zoning, Transport Services and Dynamic Tracker

 

 

 

The Work is a portion of the services to be provided by CONTRACTOR to Cingular Wireless LLC (OWNER).

 

 

 

2.

SCHEDULE:  The Work shall be performed in accordance with the dates set forth in the Exhibit “B” clause titled “COMMENCEMENT, PROGRESS AND COMPLETION OF THE WORK.”

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3.

COMPENSATION:  As full consideration for the satisfactory performance by SUBCONTRACTOR of this subcontract, CONTRACTOR shall pay to SUBCONTRACTOR compensation in accordance with the prices set forth in Exhibit “C” and with the payment provisions of this subcontract.

This subcontract embodies the entire agreement between CONTRACTOR and SUBCONTRACTOR and supersedes all other writings.  The parties shall not be bound by or be liable for any statement, representation, promise, inducement or understanding not set forth herein.

 

 

 

CONTRACTOR:  Bechtel Corporation:

 

                    SUBCONTRACTOR: Wireless Facilities, Inc

(WFI)

 

 


Authorized
Signature:

/s/ George Conniff

 

Authorized
Signature:

/s/ Thomas Munro

 


 

 


 

 

 

 

 

Print Name:

George Conniff

 

Print Name:

Thomas Munro

 

 

 

 

 

Print Title:

GBU President,

 

Print Title:

President

 

Telecommunications

 

 

 

 

and Industrial

 

 

 

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BECHTEL CORPORATION

CINGULAR WIRELESS LLC
PROJECT
EXHIBIT “A”

TECHNICAL SERVICES SUBCONTRACT

GENERAL CONDITIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

GC

 

Title

 

Page No.


 


 


1

 

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

 

3

2

 

AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES AND NOTICE

 

3

3

 

ORDER OF PRECEDENCE

 

3

4

 

STANDARDS AND CODES

 

3

5

 

LAWS AND REGULATIONS, PERMITS & TAXES

 

4

6

 

LABOR, PERSONNEL AND WORK RULES

 

4

7

 

PUBLICITY AND ADVERTISING

 

5

8

 

SAFETY, HEALTH AND SECURITY

 

5

9

 

INSPECTION AND TESTING

 

5

10

 

CHANGES

 

5

11

 

DISPUTE RESOLUTION

 

6

12

 

RECORDS AND AUDIT

 

7

13

 

WARRANTY

 

7

14

 

INDEMNITY

 

8

15

 

PATENT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INDEMNITY

 

9

16

 

ASSIGNMENTS AND SUBCONTRACTS

 

9

17

 

SUSPENSION

 

10

18

 

TERMINATION

 

10

19

 

FINAL INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

 

10

20

 

NON-WAIVER

 

10

21

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

 

11

22

 

SMALL, MINORITY AND WOMEN OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES

 

11

 

 

 

 

 

APPENDICES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A-1

 

GLOSSARY (S/M/WBE)

 

12

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EXHIBIT “A”

TECHNICAL SERVICES SUBCONTRACT

GENERAL CONDITIONS

GC–1    INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

SUBCONTRACTOR represents that it is fully experienced, properly qualified, registered, licensed, equipped, organized, and financed to perform the Work under this subcontract.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall act as an independent contractor and not as the agent of CONTRACTOR or OWNER in performing this subcontract, maintaining complete control over its employees and all of its lower-tier suppliers and subcontractors.  Nothing contained in this subcontract or any lower-tier purchase order or subcontract awarded by SUBCONTRACTOR shall create any contractual relationship between any lower-tier supplier or subcontractor and either CONTRACTOR or OWNER.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall perform the Work hereunder in accordance with its own methods subject to compliance with the subcontract.

GC–2    AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES AND NOTICES

Unless otherwise specified, all notices and communications in accordance with or related to this subcontract shall be between authorized representatives designated in writing by the parties.  Notices shall be in writing and may be served either personally on the authorized representative of the receiving party, by facsimile, by courier or express delivery, or by certified mail to the facsimile number or address shown on the face of this subcontract or as directed by notice.

GC-3    ORDER OF PRECEDENCE

All Subcontract Documents and subsequently issued SCNs/Orders and Amendments are essential parts of this subcontract and a requirement occurring in one is binding as though occurring in all.  In resolving conflicts, discrepancies, errors or omissions the following order of precedence shall be used:

1.

 

Subcontract Form of Agreement

2.

 

Exhibit “C”  – “Quantities, Pricing, Data, and Revenue Sharing”

3.

 

Exhibit “B” - Special Conditions

4.

 

Exhibit “A” - General Conditions

5.

 

Exhibit “D” - Scope of Work

GC–4    STANDARDS AND CODES

Wherever references are made in this subcontract to standards or codes in accordance with which the Work under this subcontract is to be performed, the edition or revision of the standards or codes current on the effective date of this subcontract shall apply, unless otherwise expressly stated.  In case of conflict between any referenced standards and codes and any Subcontract Documents, the Subcontract Documents shall govern.

GC–5    LAWS, REGULATIONS, PERMITS AND TAXES

SUBCONTRACTOR represents that it is familiar with and will adhere to all applicable laws, ordinances, statutes, rules, regulations, orders or decrees in effect at the time the work under this subcontract is performed and shall be responsible for the compliance therewith by its employees

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and suppliers and subcontractors of any tier and shall pay any penalties, fines or assessments levied by competent authority resulting from any failure to adhere to  or comply therewith.

Except as otherwise specified, SUBCONTRACTOR shall procure and pay for all permits, licenses, certifications and other applicable governing authority requirements and inspections and shall furnish any documentation, bonds, security or deposits required to permit performance of the Work.

Except as otherwise specified, SUBCONTRACTOR shall pay all taxes, levies, duties and assessments of every nature due in connection with the Work and shall make any and all payroll deductions and withholdings required by law.

a.

 

SUBCONTRACTOR shall invoice CONTRACTOR the amount of any federal excise taxes or state or local sales, use, gross receipts, transaction privilege, sub-tier contractor, or similar taxes imposed upon the sale or use of Material or provision of Services as separate items, if applicable, listing the taxing jurisdiction imposing the tax unless CONTRACTOR (through OWNER) timely issues SUBCONTRACTOR a properly executed certificate of resale or exemption, and said exemptions are available to the SUBCONTRACTOR.  Such taxes are not included in SUBCONTRACTOR pricing, and CONTRACTOR agrees to pay all applicable taxes to SUBCONTRACTOR that are stated on the Material or Service invoices submitted by SUBCONTRACTOR.  SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to remit taxes to the appropriate taxing authorities.

 

 

 

b.

 

SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to pay, and to hold CONTRACTOR harmless from and against, any penalty, interest, additional tax, or other charge that maybe levied or assessed as a result of the delay or failure of SUBCONTRACTOR, for any reason (except as covered by subsection a. or c. to this section), to pay any tax or file any return or information required by law, rule or regulation or by this subcontract to be paid or filed by SUBCONTRACTOR.  SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to pay and to hold CONTRACTOR harmless from and against any penalty or sanction assessed as a result of SUBCONTRACTOR doing business with any country subject to U.S. trade restrictions.

GC–6    LABOR, PERSONNEL AND WORK RULES

SUBCONTRACTOR shall employ only competent and skilled personnel to perform the Work and shall remove from the Jobsite(s) any SUBCONTRACTOR personnel determined to be unfit or acting in violation of any provision of this subcontract.  SUBCONTRACTOR is responsible for maintaining labor relations in such manner that there is harmony among workers and shall comply with and enforce Project and Jobsite procedures, regulations, work rules and work hours established by CONTRACTOR and OWNER.

SUBCONTRACTOR agrees that all labor employed by SUBCONTRACTOR for the Work shall be in harmony with and be compatible with all other labor being used by CONTRACTOR and other subcontractors on the Project.

Any employee whose work is unsatisfactory to CONTRACTOR or who in CONTRACTOR’S opinion is considered incompetent, unfit or unskilled, or who is incompatible with or not in harmony with all other labor being used by CONTRACTOR or other subcontractors on the Project, or who is otherwise objectionable to CONTRACTOR shall, upon due notice and to the extent permitted by law, be removed from the Project by SUBCOTRACTOR or its suppliers or subcontractors of any tier.

In connection herewith, CONTRACTOR may at its sole discretion and to the extent permitted by law deny access to the Jobsite(s) to any individual by written notice to SUBCONTRACTOR.  In

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the event an employee is excluded from the Jobsite(s), SUBCONTRACTOR shall, promptly replace such individual with another who is fully competent and skilled to perform the Work.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall, to the extent permissible under applicable law, comply with the provisions of all labor agreement(s) that apply to the Work performed under this subcontract.  If required by the terms of any such labor agreement(s), SUBCONTRACTOR shall, immediately after subcontract award, agree to comply with and be bound by the terms of such labor agreement(s).

At OWNER’S request, and subject to the employee’s consent, SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide OWNER with copies of such background investigations that SUBCONTRACTOR, as a recognized professional engineering and construction company of known standing and repute, performs as a matter of administrative routine with respect to its employees. SUBCONTRACTOR shall not send any non-consenting employee to OWNER.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall not knowingly assign any personnel with records of criminal conviction(s) to OWNER’S premises without advising OWNER of the nature and gravity of the offense(s).

GC-7    PUBLICITY AND ADVERTISING

SUBCONTRACTOR shall not make any announcement, take any photographs, or release any information concerning this subcontract, or the Project, or any part thereof to any member of the public, press, business entity, or any official body unless prior written consent is obtained from OWNER andCONTRACTOR.  In connection herewith, SUBCONTRACTOR shall submit to CONTRACTOR in writing for the approval of CONTRACTOR and OWNER, the text, proposed context and other relevant details of any proposed publicity or release of information by SUBCONTRACTOR.    CONTRACTOR shall not unreasonably withhold its approval hereunder, but in any event, such approval will be conditioned upon the prior written approval of OWNER.

GC-8    SAFETY, HEALTH AND SECURITY

SUBCONTRACTOR shall at all times conduct all operations under this subcontract in a manner to avoid the risk of endangerment to health, bodily harm to persons, and damage to property.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall comply with CONTRACTOR’S Project Safety and Health Plan.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall, in accordance with SUBCONTRACTOR’S established practices, have sole responsibility for implementing its safety and health program, taking all safety and health precautions necessary and continuously inspecting all equipment, materials and work to discover, determine and correct any conditions which might result in any of the aforementioned risks.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall furnish all safety equipment and instructions required for the Work and shall maintain and furnish accident, injury and any other records and reports required by applicable laws and regulations or by CONTRACTOR.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall comply with CONTRACTOR’S and OWNER’S Jobsite security requirements and at all times conduct operations under this subcontract in a manner to avoid the risk of loss, theft, or damage by vandalism, sabotage or any other means to any work, materials, equipment or other property.

GC–9    INSPECTION AND TESTING

All equipment and material furnished and work performed shall be properly inspected by SUBCONTRACTOR at its expense and shall at all times be subject to quality surveillance and quality audit by CONTRACTOR, OWNER or their authorized representatives who, upon reasonable notice, shall be afforded full and free access to the shops, factories or other places of business of SUBCONTRACTOR and its lower-tier suppliers and subcontractors for such quality

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surveillance or audit.  If any equipment, material or work is determined by CONTRACTOR or OWNER to be defective or not in conformance with this subcontract the provisions of the General Condition titled “WARRANTY’ shall apply.

Unless otherwise provided in the subcontract, testing of equipment, materials or work shall be performed by SUBCONTRACTOR at its expense and in accordance with subcontract requirements.  Should tests in addition to those required by this subcontract be desired by CONTRACTOR, SUBCONTRACTOR will be given reasonable notice to permit such testing.  Such additional test will be at CONTRACTOR’S expense.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall furnish samples as requested and shall provide reasonable assistance and cooperation necessary to permit tests to be performed on materials or work in place including  reasonable stoppage of work during testing.

GC-10    CHANGES

Any of the following shall be considered a Change subject to the express condition set forth below :

1.

 

A change of greater than […***…] percent in the quantity of cell sites ordered.

 

 

 

2.

 

A schedule push out of more than […***…] days for any market. Any push out of more than […***…] days but less than […***…] days shall entitle SUBCONTRACTOR to request a Change hereunder.

 

 

 

3.

 

A schedule acceleration or pull in of more than […***…] days for any market.

 

 

 

4.

 

Any additions to, or modifications of, the work required, which deviate from the model scope configurations as defined in the applicable Change Order(s), including the design criteria.

 

5.

 

An action, inaction or delay by OWNER, its other contractors or vendors, or third parties upon whom timely delivery is dependent, which materially affects the ability of SUBCONTRACTOR to perform its obligations as agreed in this subcontract, including the applicable Change Order(s), provided that no such action, inaction or delay shall entitle SUBCONTRACTOR to request a Change  hereunder to the extent that SUBCONTRACTOR shall have failed to perform its obligations with respect thereto in a professional manner, and with the care, skill, and diligence, and in accordance with the applicable standards, currently recognized in SUBCONTRACTOR’S profession or industry.

 

 

 

6.

 

Any Force Majeure event.

 

 

 

7.

 

The discovery of hazardous materials at any cell site where services or materials are to be provided hereunder.

 

 

 

8.

 

An action, inaction or delay by CONTRACTOR, its other subcontractors or vendors, or third parties for whom

 

 

CONTRACTOR has contractual responsibility (specifically excluding OWNER and its other contractors or vendors) and upon whom timely delivery is dependent, which materially affects the ability of SUBCONTRACTOR to perform its obligations as agreed in this subcontract, including the applicable SCNs / Change Order(s), provided that no such action, inaction or delay shall entitle SUBCONTRACTOR to a Change hereunder to the extent that SUBCONTRACTOR shall have failed to perform its obligations with respect thereto in a professional manner, and with the care,

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   skill, and diligence, and in accordance with the applicable standards, currently recognized in SUBCONTRACTOR’S profession or industry.

Subject to the express condition set forth in this clause, to the extent that a Change affects SUBCONTRACTOR’S or its sub-tier contractors’ ability to perform the Work, or the time or cost of doing so, or any other obligation under this subcontract, SUBCONTRACTOR shall be entitled to an equitable adjustment of any provision of this subcontract which is affected, including, but not limited to, compensation.  All Changes  shall be agreed by both parties in accordance with the Change procedure to be agreed by the parties.  Any compensation due SUBCONTRACTOR for this section shall be negotiated by both parties and shall be a fair representation of the incremental cost incurred by SUBCONTRACTOR as a result of the Change.

It is an express condition of the foregoing that SUBCONTRACTOR shall be entitled to equitable adjustment of compensation and schedule as described above with respect to events or circumstances addressed in subparagraphs GC 10 (1) through (7) above only to the extent that OWNER provides equitable adjustment for such Change.  CONTRACTOR shall use commercially reasonable efforts to present and negotiate with OWNER the Changes presented by SUBCONTRACTOR to CONTRACTOR which meet the foregoing criteria for Change adjustments, and SUBCONTRACTOR shall be entitled to prepare and present to OWNER with CONTRACTOR its claim for such Changes.  However, the parties agree that SUBCONTRACTOR’S right to an equitable adjustment hereunder is dependent on the granting by OWNER of such Change, and accordingly SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to release CONTRACTOR from any liability for any such requested Change in excess of that agreed by OWNER. All other modifications to this subcontract shall be by written Change Order or Amendment signed by both parties.

In addition, in the event of an emergency that CONTRACTOR determines endangers life or property, CONTRACTOR may use oral orders to SUBCONTRACTOR for any work required by reason of such emergency.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall commence and complete such emergency work as directed by CONTRACTOR.  Such orders will be confirmed by Change Notice.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall proceed diligently with performance of the Work, pending final resolution of any request for relief, dispute, claim, appeal, or action arising under the subcontract.

GC-11    DISPUTE RESOLUTION

 

(a)

 

Alternative to Litigation.  The parties desire to attempt to resolve disputes arising out of this subcontract without court litigation and pursuant to the provisions set forth in this section GC-11.  Accordingly, the parties agree to use the following Dispute Resolution procedure with respect to any controversy or Claim arising out of or relating to this subcontract or its breach.  “Claim” means any controversy, pending or threatened claim, action, proceeding or suit.

 

(b)

 

Commencing Dispute Resolution.  Dispute resolution shall commence upon the sending from one party to the other of written notice of a controversy or Claim arising out of or relating to this subcontract or its breach.  No party may pursue any Claim unless such written notice has first been given to the other party.

 

(c)

 

Informal Resolution of Disputes.  When such written notice has been given, as required by paragraph (b), each party will appoint a knowledgeable, responsible representative to meet and negotiate in good faith to resolve any dispute arising under this subcontract.  The location, form, frequency, duration, and conclusion of these discussions will be left to the discretion of the representatives; provided that the parties shall utilize reasonable efforts to resolve the matter within 30 days.  Upon agreement, the representatives may utilize other alternative dispute

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resolution procedures such as mediation to assist in the negotiations.  Discussions and the correspondence among the representatives for purposes of settlement are exempt from discovery and production and will not be admissible in the arbitration described below or in any lawsuit without the prior written concurrence of both parties.  Documents identified in or provided with such communications, which are not prepared for purposes of the negotiations, are not so exempted and, if otherwiseadmissible, may be admitted in evidence in the arbitration or lawsuit.

 

(d)

 

Formal Dispute Resolution.  If the parties are unable to agree upon the procedures in paragraph (c) or are unable to resolve the dispute through the informal procedure described above in paragraph (c), then either party may invoke the following formal Dispute Resolution procedures by submitting to the other party a written demand for arbitration.  Unless agreed upon by the parties, arbitration may be invoked not earlier than thirty (30) Days after the date of the letter initiating dispute resolution under paragraph (b).  All claims will be subject to arbitration if, and only if, the Claim is not settled through informal dispute resolution and both parties agree to arbitration.  If both parties do not agree to arbitration,  then either party may proceed to resolve that matter through any court having jurisdiction over the parties.

 

(e)

 

Arbitration.  If the parties determine to resolve a Claim pursuant to arbitration under the provisions of this subcontract, the Claim will be submitted to a panel of three arbitrators.  The arbitration shall be governed by the Commercial Arbitration rules of the American Arbitration Association (“AAA”).  Each party shall select an arbitrator.  The initiating party shall select its arbitrator within thirty (30) days of initiating a proceeding and the other party shall appoint its arbitrator within thirty (30) days of the appointment of the first arbitrator.  The third arbitrator shall be agreed upon by the two party arbitrators within sixty (60) days.  If either party fails to select its arbitrator within the time set forth herein or if the two party arbitrators are unable to agree upon the third arbitrator, such arbitrator shall be selected by AAA from itsNational Panel of Arbitrators; provided that such arbitrator shall be of national repute and familiar with the Telecommunications and construction business.  Each arbitration will be held in the city of Atlanta, Georgia, unless the parties agree otherwise.  The parties will request that the arbitration hearing commence within sixty (60) Days of the establishment of the panel of arbitrators.  The arbitrators will control the scheduling so as to process the matter expeditiously.  The parties may submit briefs upon a schedule determined by the arbitrator.  The parties will request that the arbitrators rule on the dispute by issuing a written opinion within thirty (30) Business Days after the close of hearings.  The Federal Arbitration Act, U.S.C. §§ 1-16, not state law, shall govern the arbitration of all disputes.  The arbitrators will have no authority to award punitive damages, exemplary damages, consequential damages, multiple damages, or any other damages not measured by the prevailing party’s actual damages, and may not, in any event, make any ruling, finding or award that does not conform to the terms and conditions of the subcontract.  The times specified in this section (e) may be extended or shortened upon mutual agreement of the parties or by the arbitrators.  Each party will bear its own costs of these procedures, including attorneys’ fees.  The parties will equally split the fees of the arbitration  and the arbitrators.  The arbitrator’s award shall be final and binding and may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.  Judgment upon the award  rendered by the arbitrators may be entered in any court having jurisdiction.

GC–12    RECORDS AND AUDIT

SUBCONTRACTOR shall maintain records and accounts in connection with the performance of this subcontract for work done on a cost reimbursable basis, including records of all amounts billable to and payments made by CONTRACTOR in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and practices, uniformly and consistently applied. CONTRACTOR, OWNER, or their representatives shall have the right to inspect, copy and audit, during normal

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business hours and with advance notification, such records and accounts for the purpose of verifying charges for work done on a cost reimbursable basis (except for SUBCONTRACTOR’S unit or established rates).  Should CONTRACTOR, OWNER, or their representatives request and audit, SUBCONTRACTOR will make available any pertinent records and files to CONTRACTOR or OWNER during normal business hours at no additional charge, for a period of two (2) years from the completion of the Work.

GC–13    WARRANTY

SUBCONTRACTOR warrants that it will perform the services under this subcontract with the degree of professional skill, sound practices and good judgment normally exercised by recognized professional firms providing services of a similar nature.  In addition to all other rights and remedies which CONTRACTOR or OWNER may have, SUBCONTRACTOR shall, at its expense, reperform the services to correct any deficiencies which result from SUBCONTRACTOR’S failure to perform in accordance with the above standards.

All equipment and materials, if any, furnished under this subcontract shall be new, of clear title and of the most suitable grade of their respective kinds for their intended uses unless otherwise specified.  All workmanship shall be first class and performed in accordance with the applicable Work requirements, specifications and descriptions specified in, or attached to this subcontract, the applicable mutually agreed SCNs / Change Orders, or as otherwise mutually agreed in writing between the parties.  SUBCONTRACTOR warrants all equipment, materials and services it furnishes or performs under this subcontract against all defects for a period from Work commencement to a date […***…] after acceptance of each Jobsite by OWNER.  In the event CONTRACTOR or OWNER discover defects in design, equipment, materials or workmanship at any time before the expiration of the specified warranty period, provided however, that CONTRACTOR or OWNER shall have given written notice of such error or deficiency within thirty (30) days of its discovery (or as soon as practicable thereafter, but in no event later than the expiration of the warranty period set forth herein above), SUBCONTRACTOR shall, upon written notice from CONTRACTOR or OWNER and at SUBCONTRACTOR’S sole expense, cure any such defect by reperforming defective services and/or workmanship and repairing or replacing defective equipment and/or materials.  All costs incidental to such corrective action including, but not limited to, review, access, removal, retesting and reinspection shall be borne by SUBCONTRACTOR.  If SUBCONTRACTOR fails to take corrective action within a reasonable time, CONTRACTOR may perform the corrective measures by other reasonable means and SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to pay for such corrective measures.

All warranties will survive inspection, acceptance, payment and use. THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED, OTHER THAN AS SET FORTH IN THIS GENERAL CONDITION TITLED “WARRANTY”.  ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES (INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE) ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED.

GC–14    INDEMNITY

 

SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to indemnify and hold CONTRACTOR and OWNER harmless from any and all liabilities, causes of action, lawsuits, penalties, claims or demands (including the costs, expenses and reasonable attorney’s fees on account thereof) (collectively “Claims”) that are made by:

 

 

 

 

 

 

a.

Third parties including employees for personal injury, death and physical loss or damage to property, to the extent resulting from SUBCONTRACTOR’S negligent or willful acts or omissions or those of SUBCONTRACTOR’S agents or subcontractors, or resulting from SUBCONTRACTOR’S negligent performance of its obligations

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hereunder.  This indemnity covers third party claims brought under applicable law or statute (but, with respect to SUBCONTRACTOR, only to the extent expressly provided for herein as applicable to the Work provided by SUBCONTRACTOR under this subcontract), including as may be applicable, but not limited to strict tort liability, strict products liability, negligence, misrepresentation, or breach of warranty.

 

 

b.

Any employees or former employees respectively of either SUBCONTRACTOR, its agents or sub-tier contractors for which such SUBCONTRACTOR’S, its agents’ or subcontractors’ liability to such employee or former employee would otherwise be subject to payments under the Workers’ Compensation laws or an Employer’s Liability policy, premises liability principles or any other law or form of legal duty or obligation; and

 

 

c.

Either SUBCONTRACTOR’S its respective agents or sub-tier contractors employees or former employees at any site where this subcontract is to be performed, for any and all claims arising out of the employment relationship with respect to performing the respective obligations under this subcontract.  This includes, but is not limited to employment discrimination charges and actions arising under Title VII of the Civil rights Act of 1964, as amended; The Equal pay Act; The Age Discrimination in Employment Act; as amended; The Rehabilitation Act; The Americans and Disabilities Act; the Fair Labor Standards Act; The National Labor Relations Act; and any other applicable law.

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR, at its own expense, shall defend CONTRACTOR and/or OWNER, at CONTRACTOR’S request, against any such liability, cause of action, penalty, claim, demand, administrative proceeding or lawsuit, for which SUBCONTRACTOR has agreed to assume an obligation of indemnity as described in this Section GC-14 (Indemnity).  CONTRACTOR shall notify SUBCONTRACTOR promptly of any written claims or demands against CONTRACTOR and/or OWNER for which SUBCONTRACTOR is responsible hereunder.

 

 

 

If SUBCONTRACTOR acknowledges, without reservation, its obligation to indemnify and defend CONTRACTOR and/or OWNER with respect to all asserted Claims, SUBCONTRACTOR, at its own expense, shall defend CONTRACTOR and/or OWNER, at CONTRACTOR’S request, against any such Claims.  CONTRACTOR and OWNER will cooperate with SUBCONTRACTOR to the extent reasonably requested by SUBCONTRACTOR at SUBCONTRACTOR’S expense.  In such event, SUBCONTRACTOR shall have the right to control and direct the defense of any such Claims.  CONTRACTOR and OWNER reserve the right to retain separate counsel, at their respective expense, and such counsel shall have the right to participate in the defense of such Claim.  If SUBCONTRACTOR does not acknowledge, without reservation, its obligation to indemnify and defend CONTRACTOR and/or OWNER with respect to all asserted Claims, CONTRACTOR and/or OWNER shall be entitled to retain their own respective legal counsel and shall control their own defense.  However, CONTRACTOR and SUBCONTRACTOR agree to cooperate in good faith with each other, including but not limited to providing witnesses, documents and other information reasonably requested by each party.  Following the final resolution of the underlying Claims, the parties shall resolve any dispute regarding indemnification obligations, including reimbursement for all or partial defense costs, by good faith negotiation, or if not successful within thirty (30) days, then the parties will resolve this dispute pursuant to Section GC-11 (Dispute Resolution) of this subcontract.

 

 

 

CONTRACTOR agrees to notify SUBCONTRACTOR within a reasonable time of any written claims or demands against CONTRACTOR for which SUBCONTRACTOR is responsible.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall also (1) keep CONTRACTOR fully informed as to the progress of such defense, and (2) afford CONTRACTOR, at CONTRACTOR’S own expense, an opportunity to participate with SUBCONTRACTOR in the defense or settlement of any such Claim

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The foregoing indemnity shall be in addition to any other indemnity obligations of SUBCONTRACTOR set forth in this subcontract, and shall remain in effect for a term of three (3) years after completion of the Work performed under this subcontract.

 

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR specifically waives any immunity provided against this indemnity by an industrial insurance or workers’ compensation statute.

GC-15    PATENT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY INDEMNITY

SUBCONTRACTOR hereby indemnifies CONTRACTOR and OWNER and their representatives from any and all claims that any concept, product, equipment, material, process, copyrighted material or confidential information (potential intellectual property), provided by SUBCONTRACTOR under this subcontract constitutes an infringement of any patent, copyrighted material, trade secret or any other intellectual property right, except to the extent that such claim arises from SUBCONTRACTOR’S compliance with CONTRACTOR’S or OWNER’S detailed instructions.  If use by CONTRACTOR or OWNER  of any potential intellectual property is limited or prohibited, the SUBCONTRACTOR must obtain licenses to use it or obtain CONTRACTOR’S prior written approval to replace it with equal quality but non-infringing material provided:

 

1.

Any substituted or modified material meets all the requirements of this subcontract and

 

 

 

 

2.

Such replacement or modification does not relieve the SUBCONTRACTOR of its obligations under this subcontract.

SUBCONTRACTOR represents and warrants that it has the right to sell or license the material or provide services as specified in this subcontract or Change Order(s), including, but not limited to, the use of third party information included therein as required.  OTHERWISE, SUBCONTRACTOR MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO ANY THIRD PARTY INFORMATION USED OR DISCLOSED AS PART OF ITS MATERIAL OR SERVICES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, TRADE SECRETS, PATENT, TRADEMARK, COPYRIGHT, OR OTHER PROPRIETARY INTEREST.

GC–16    ASSIGNMENTS AND SUBCONTRACTS

Any assignment of this subcontract or rights hereunder, in whole or part, without the prior written consent of CONTRACTOR, such consent not to be unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed, shall be void, except that upon thirty (30) calendar days written notice to CONTRACTOR, SUBCONTRACTOR may assign monies due or to become due under this subcontract, provided that any assignment of monies shall be subject to proper set-offs in favor of CONTRACTOR and any deductions provided for in this subcontract.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall not subcontract with any third party for the performance of all or any portion of the Work without the advance written approval of CONTRACTOR, such approval not to be unreasonably withheld, conditioned or delayed.  Purchase orders and subcontracts of any tier must include provisions to secure all rights and remedies of CONTRACTOR and OWNER provided under this subcontract, and must impose upon the lower-tier subcontractor and supplier all of the general duties and obligations required to fulfill this subcontract.

Copies of all purchase orders and subcontracts are to be provided to CONTRACTOR upon request.  Pricing may be deleted unless the compensation to be paid thereunder is reimbursable under this subcontract.

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No assignment or subcontract will be approved which would relieve SUBCONTRACTOR or its sureties, if any, of their responsibilities under this subcontract.

GC-17    SUSPENSION

As directed by OWNER, or due to the exercise of OWNER’S rights under the prime contract with CONTRACTOR, CONTRACTOR may by written notice to SUBCONTRACTOR suspend the Work under this subcontract in whole or in part at any time.  Upon receipt of such notice, SUBCONTRACTOR shall discontinue work to the extent specified in the notice; continue to protect and maintain the Work; and take any other steps to minimize costs associated with such suspension.

Upon receipt of notice to resume suspended work, SUBCONTRACTOR shall immediately resume performance under this subcontract to the extent required in the notice.

If SUBCONTRACTOR intends to assert a claim for equitable adjustment under this clause it must, pursuant to the General Condition titled “CHANGES” and within seven (7) calendar days after receipt of notice to resume work, submit a written notification of claim and within fourteen (14) calendar days thereafter a written proposal setting forth the impact of such suspension.

GC–18    TERMINATION

CONTRACTOR may by written notice to SUBCONTRACTOR terminate the Work under this subcontract in whole or in part at any time, either (a) due to the exercise of OWNER’S rights under the prime contract with CONTRACTOR, or (b) for cause (including the filing of any petition for reorganization or bankruptcy protection) or (c) for the materialdefault of SUBCONTRACTOR, or (d) for a change of control or ownership of SUBCONTRACTOR’S enterprise; provided that prior to the exercise of any termination rights by CONTRACTOR under subsection (c) of this paragraph, SUBCONTRACTOR has received prior written notice of any such material default and fails to commence cure of such material default within five (5) calendar days from receipt of written notice.  Upon such termination, all data, plans, specifications, reports, estimates, summaries, lower-tier purchase orders and subcontracts, completed work and work in progress, and other information and materials as may have been accumulated by SUBCONTRACTOR in performing this subcontract shall become the property of and be delivered to CONTRACTOR. If CONTRACTOR terminates this subcontract or any Change Order(s) issued hereunder as a result of OWNER’S failure to cure a material default under the prime contract, CONTRACTOR shall pay SUBCONTRACTOR any of its actual and direct costs incurred to provide the Work performed prior to the date of termination including SUBCONTRACTOR’S actual and direct costs for demobilization to the extent CONTRACTOR recovers any such costs from OWNER. SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to substantiate such costs with proof reasonably satisfactory to CONTRACTOR or OWNER.  After the receipt of CONTRACTOR’S payment for any Work, SUBCONTRACTOR shall deliver the physical embodiments, if any, of such Work.  No amount shall be allowed for anticipated profit on unperformed work.

If the termination is attributable to the default of SUBCONTRACTOR, CONTRACTOR shall have the right to complete such work by whatever method CONTRACTOR may deem expedient.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall cooperate with CONTRACTOR and any others involved in completion of any remaining work under this subcontract.  An equitable adjustment in the compensation shall be made based upon the cost for accepted work.  No amount shall be allowed for work in progress, termination costs or anticipated profit on unperformed work.  However, SUBCONTRACTOR and its sureties, if any, shall be liable for all costs in excess of the Subcontract Price reasonably and necessarily incurred in completion of the Work, including cost of administration of any purchase order or subcontract awarded to others for completion.  Such

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costs may be deducted by CONTRACTOR from such monies as may be due or thereafter become due to SUBCONTRACTOR.

In addition to all other rights or remedies provided for in this subcontract or by law, CONTRACTOR may immediately cancel this subcontract if:  (1) SUBCONTRACTOR becomes insolvent or makes a general assignment for the benefit of creditors; (2) SUBCONTRACTOR admits in writing the inability to pay debts as they mature; (3) Any court appoints a trustee or receiver with respect to SUBCONTRACTOR or any substantial part of SUBCONTRACTOR’S assets; or (4) An action is taken by or against SUBCONTRACTOR under any bankruptcy or insolvency laws or laws relating to the relief of debtors, including the Federal Bankruptcy Act.

SUBCONTRACTOR failure to employ in harmony and compatible with other labor employed on the project, as set forth in the General condition titled “LABOR, PERSONNEL AND WORK RULES;” failure to continue to perform the work; or failure to provide requested assurances of SUBCONTRACTOR’S ability to do so, shall be grounds for default termination.

GC–19    FINAL INSPECTION AND ACCEPTANCE

When SUBCONTRACTOR considers the Work under this subcontract, or any CONTRACTOR specified segment thereof, complete and ready for acceptance, SUBCONTRACTOR shall notify CONTRACTOR in writing.  CONTRACTOR will conduct such reviews, inspections and tests as needed to satisfy CONTRACTOR that each segment, or upon completion, the Work conforms to subcontract requirements.  CONTRACTOR will notify SUBCONTRACTOR of any nonconformance and SUBCONTRACTOR shall take corrective action and the acceptance procedure shall be repeated as required by CONTRACTOR until each segment or, upon completion, the Work is accepted.  If the Work is accepted in segments such acceptance is provisional pending Final Acceptance of the Work as a whole by the OWNER.  CONTRACTOR’S written Notice of Final Acceptance of the Work will occur only upon OWNER’S Acceptance of the work and shall be conclusive except for latent defects, fraud, or CONTRACTOR’S and OWNER’S rights under the General Condition titled “WARRANTY”.

When all of the Work has been completed in accordance with the above procedure, Final Acceptance shall be deemed to have occurred and SUBCONTRACTOR shall so notify CONTRACTOR.

GC–20    NON–WAIVER

Failure by CONTRACTOR to insist upon strict performance of any terms or conditions of this subcontract, or failure or delay to exercise any rights or remedies provided herein or by law, or failure to properly notify SUBCONTRACTOR in the event of breach, or the acceptance of or payment for any goods or services hereunder, or the review or failure to review designs shall not release SUBCONTRACTOR from any of the warranties or obligations of this subcontract and shall not be deemed a waiver of any right of CONTRACTOR or OWNER to insist upon strict performance hereof or any of its rights or remedies as to any prior or subsequent default hereunder nor shall any termination of work under this subcontract by CONTRACTOR operate as a waiver of any of the terms hereof.

GC–21    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

SUBCONTRACTOR is aware of, and is fully informed of SUBCONTRACTOR’S obligations under Executive Order 11246 and, where applicable, shall comply with the requirements of such Order and all orders, rules, and regulations promulgated thereunder unless exempted therefrom.

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Without limitation of the foregoing, SUBCONTRACTOR’S attention is directed to 41 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Section 60–1.4, and the clause titled “Equal Opportunity Clause” which, by this reference, is incorporated herein.

SUBCONTRACTOR is aware of and is fully informed of SUBCONTRACTOR’S responsibilities under Executive Order No. 11701 “List of Job Openings for Veterans” and, where applicable, shall comply with the requirements of such Order and all orders, rules and regulations promulgated thereunder unless exempted therefrom.

Without limitation of the foregoing, SUBCONTRACTOR’S attention is directed to 41 CFR Section 60–250 et seq. and the clause therein titled “Affirmative Action Obligations of Contractors and Subcontractors for Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era”, which by this reference, is incorporated herein.

SUBCONTRACTOR certifies that segregated facilities, including but not limited to washrooms, work areas and locker rooms, are not and will not be maintained or provided for SUBCONTRACTOR’S employees.  Where applicable, SUBCONTRACTOR shall obtain a similar certification from any of its subcontractors, vendors, or suppliers performing the Work under this subcontract.

SUBCONTRACTOR is aware of and is fully informed of SUBCONTRACTOR’S responsibilities under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act and, where applicable, shall comply with the provisions of each Act and the regulations promulgated thereunder unless exempted therefrom.

Without limitation of the foregoing, SUBCONTRACTOR’S attention is directed to 41 CFR Section 60–741 and the clause therein titled “Affirmative Action Obligations of Contractors and Subcontractors for Handicapped Workers” which by this reference, is incorporated herein.

GC-22    SMALL, MINORITY AND WOMEN OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES

SUBCONTRACTOR shall support CONTRACTOR’S and OWNER’S policy and commitment to maximizing, where practical, business opportunities for small, minority and women owned business enterprises (as identified in the Glossary appended to these General Conditions) by actively identifying, encouraging and assisting in their participation.

 

a.

SUBCONTRACTOR will, as it determines commercially reasonable, exert appropriate efforts to establish and achieve annual goals for the participation of MBE/WBE and DVBE firms under this subcontract. OWNER’S goals are as follows: 10% annual MBE participation; 10% annual WBE participation; and 2% annual DVBE participation.

 

 

 

 

b.

SUBCONTRACTOR MBE/WBE/DVBE participation may be achieved through cost of goods content, contract specific subcontracting or the use of value-added resellers.  The participation levels identified above will be renegotiated to comply with any regulatory requirements imposed on OWNER.

 

 

 

 

c.

SUBCONTRACTOR will submit an updated Participation Plan annually by the first week in January.  SUBCONTRACTOR will submit MBE/WBE/DVBE Results Reports quarterly by the end of the first week following the close of each quarter

SUBCONTRACTOR agrees that its falsification or misrepresentation of, or failure to report a disqualifying change in, the MBE/WBE/DVBE status of any sub-tier contractor utilized by SUBCONTRACTOR of which it has actual knowledge; or SUBCONTRACTOR’S failure to comply

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in good faith with any MBE/WBE/DVBE utilization goals established by SUBCONTRACTOR; or SUBCONTRACTOR’S unreasonable failure to cooperate in any investigation conducted by OWNER, or by OWNER’S agent, to determine SUBCONTRACTOR’S compliance with this section, will constitute a material breach of this subcontract.  In the event of any such breach, CONTRACTOR may, at its option, Cancel SUBCONTRACTOR’S work in the affected area under this subcontract upon thirty (30) days notice.  SUBCONTRACTOR acknowledges and agrees that CONTRACTOR’S aforesaid right to Cancel is absolute and unconditional, and CONTRACTOR shall not be subject to liability, nor shall SUBCONTRACTOR have any right to suit for damages as a result of such cancellation.

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EXHIBIT A

APPENDIX A-1

GLOSSARY

SMALL, MINORITY AND WOMEN OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES

Small Business Enterprise (SBE)

A SBE is defined as a business enterprise, including affiliates, that is independently owned and operated, not dominant in the field of operation in which it is bidding, and qualifies under the U.S. Small Business Administration criteria and size standards for small businesses as specifically defined in the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).

Minority Owned Business Enterprise (MBE)

A MBE is defined as a business enterprise at least 51% owned by one or more individuals, as defined below, or in the case of any publicly owned business, at least 51% of the stock is owned by one or more such individuals; and whose management and daily business operations are controlled by one or more of those individuals.

Minority individuals are defined as African-Americans, Hispanic Americans, Native Americans, Asian-Pacific Americans, or Asian-Indian Americans:

 

1.

African-Americans are U.S. citizens whose origins are black racial groups in Africa;

 

 

 

 

2.

Hispanic Americans are U. S. citizens whose origins are in the Spanish or Portuguese cultures of Mexico, Puerto Rico, Cuba, Central and South America, or the Caribbean;

 

 

 

 

3.

Native Americans are U. S. citizens whose origins are in North America: American Indians, Aleuts, Eskimos and Native Hawaiians;

 

 

 

 

4.

Asian-Pacific Americans are U.S. citizens whose origins are in Japan, China, the Philippines, Vietnam, Korea, Samoa, Guam, the U. S. Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands, the Northern Mariana Islands, Laos, Cambodia, or Taiwan; and

 

 

 

 

5.

Asian-Indian Americans are U. S. citizens whose origins are in India, Pakistan, or Bangladesh.

Woman Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)

A WBE is defined as a business enterprise that is at least 51% owned by a woman or women; or in the case of any publicly-owned business, at least 51% of the stock is owned by one or more women, who are U. S. citizens and whose management and daily business operations are controlled by one or more of those individuals.

SBE/MBE/WBE Identification

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Those firms identifying themselves as SBE, MBE or WBE shall certify under the written signature of a duly authorized company officer (preferably the officer signing the contract document) that they meet the above requirements.

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BECHTEL CORPORATION
CINGULAR WIRELESS LLC

EXHIBIT “B”

TECHNICAL SERVICES SUBCONTRACT

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SC

 

Title

 

Page No.


 


 


1

 

DEFINITIONS

 

2

2

 

INSURANCE

 

2

3

 

COMMENCEMENT, PROGRESS AND COMPLETION OF THE WORK

 

4

4

 

INVOICING AND PAYMENT

 

5

5

 

QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM

 

6

6

 

NONDISCLOSURE

 

7

7

 

APPLICABLE LAW

 

7

8

 

RELEASE OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

 

8

9

 

PROGRESS REPORTS

 

9

10

 

OWNERSHIP OF WORK PRODUCT

 

9

11

 

SOFTWARE

 

9

12

 

EXCUSABLE DELAYS

 

10

13

 

CONTRACTOR SUPPLIED EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

 

10

14

 

CONFLICT OF INTEREST

 

10

15

 

MOST FAVORED PRICING

 

10

16

 

EMERGENCY SUPPORT SERVICES

 

11

17

 

INSIGNIA

 

12

18

 

NON-INTERVENTION

 

12

19

 

OVER-DEPENDENCE OF SUBCONTRACTOR

 

12

20

 

RADIO FREQUENCY EMISSIONS

 

12

21

 

REGISTRATION

 

12

22

 

TECHNICAL SUPPORT

 

13

23

 

LIQUIDATED DAMAGES

 

13

24

 

CONTRACTORS LICENSING LAW

 

14

25

 

SAFETY, HEALTH AND SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

 

15

 

 

 

 

 

Appendix B-1 Safety and Health Standards

 

 

Appendix B-2 Special Provisions

 

 

Appendix B-3 Dynamic Tracker Agreement

 

 

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EXHIBIT “B”

TECHNICAL SERVICES SUBCONTRACT

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

SC–1    DEFINITIONS

OWNER means CINGULAR WIRELESS LLC and any of its affiliates for whose benefit Work is performed hereunder, and their authorized representatives and successors in interest.

CONTRACTOR means BECHTEL CORPORATION and all of its authorized representatives acting in their professional capacities.

SUBCONTRACTOR means WIRELESS FACILITIES, INC. (WFI), its authorized representatives, successors, and permitted assigns.

Project means any work that is performed for OWNER under the Master Contractor Agreement between Bechtel Corporation and Cingular Wireless LLC located at various locations, for which the Work under this subcontract is being performed.

Work means all the stated or implied activities to be performed by SUBCONTRACTOR as required by the Subcontract Documents provided, however, that the Work shall not include services provided by third parties not directly under contract to or otherwise furnished by SUBCONTRACTOR, such as through contracts entered by CONTRACTOR or OWNER directly with third parties.

Jobsite or site means OWNER’S designated sites ,  where construction, installation and testing activities of the Project are being performed under this subcontract.

Subcontract Milestone(s) means the established completion date(s) set forth in the Special Condition titled “COMMENCEMENT, PROGRESS AND COMPLETION OF THE WORK.”

Subcontract Schedule means the Work execution schedule developed and approved pursuant to the Special Condition titled “COMMENCEMENT, PROGRESS AND COMPLETION OF THE WORK.”

Co-located Site means any Base Station that is jointly owned or leased by OWNER

Market means a designated geographic area as advised by OWNER being licensed by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) for the provision of wireless services as set forth in CONTRACTOR’S  Work Order release

Software means a computer program or programs consisting of a set or sets of logical instructions and tables of information which guides the functions of a processor including object code, source code, documentation and all fixes, upgrades, enhancements, modifications and updates made thereto and provided hereunder.

Work Order shall mean the notice provided by CONTRACTOR to SUBCONTRACTOR authorizing SUBCONTRACTOR to commence performance of Work for a particular Market.

“Work Release”, “Work Order”, “Subcontract Change Notice (SCN)”, “Change Order” and “ Notice to Proceed (NTP)” all mean the written authorization to proceed with a specified scope of work, issued by CONTRACTOR to  SUBCONTRACTOR.

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SC–2    INSURANCE

SUBCONTRACTOR shall, at its expense, maintain in effect at all times during the performance of the Work insurance coverage with limits not less than those set forth below and with insurers and under forms of policies satisfactory to CONTRACTOR:

 

A.

Standard Coverage.

 

 

 

 

1.

Workers’ Compensation as required by any applicable law or regulation.

 

 

 

 

 

If there is an exposure of injury to SUBCONTRACTOR’S employees under the U.S. Longshoremen’s and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act, the Jones Act or under laws, regulations or statutes applicable to maritime employees, coverage shall be included for such injuries or claims

 

 

 

 

 

Policy must provide an Insurer’s waiver of subrogation in favor of CONTRACTOR and OWNER

 

 

 

 

2.

Employer’s Liability of not less than:

 

 

 

 

 

$2,000,000 each accident.

 

 

 

 

3.

General Liability Insurance

 

 

 

 

a.

Coverage

 

 

 

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR shall carry Commercial General Liability Insurance covering all operations by or on behalf of SUBCONTRACTOR providing insurance for bodily injury liability and property damage liability for the limits of liability indicated below and including coverage for:

 

 

 

 

(1)

Premises and Operations;

 

 

 

 

(2)

Products and Completed Operations (2 years)

 

 

 

 

(3)

Contractual Liability insuring the indemnity agreement in the General Condition titled “INDEMNITY;”

 

 

 

 

(4)

Broad form Property Damage (including Completed Operations; Explosion, Collapse and Underground Hazards; and

 

 

 

 

(5)

Personal Injury Liability

 

 

 

 

The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be the Occurrence Coverage Form.

 

 

 

 

b.

Policy Limits

 

 

 

 

For SUBCONTRACTOR’S Commercial General Liability Insurance, the limits of liability for bodily injury, property damage, and personal injury shall be not less than:

 

 

 

 

 

$2,000,000

Combined single limit for Bodily Injury and Property Damage each occurrence;

 

 

$2,000,000

Personal Injury Limit each occurrence;

 

 

$4,000,000

Products-Completed Operations Aggregate Limit; and

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$4,000,000

General Annual Aggregate Limit (other than Products-Completed Operations).

 

 

Errors and Omissions covering SUBCONTRACTOR’S professional negligent acts, errors or omissions  with a limit of not less than:

 

 

$500,000 per claim/annual aggregate

 

 

 

 

If the policy does not have an endorsement providing the General Annual Aggregate limits as indicated above, SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide an endorsement titled “Amendment of Limits of Insurance (Designated Project or Premises)”.  Such endorsement shall provide a Products-Completed Operations annual Aggregate Limit of not less than $2,000,000 and a General Annual Aggregate Limit of not less than $2,000,000.  The required limits may be satisfied by a combination of primary policy and an excess or umbrella policy.

 

 

 

4.   Automobile Liability (Owned, hired and non-owned) with combined single limits of liability for bodily injury or property damage of not less than:

 

 

 

 

$2,000,000 any one occurrence.

 

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR’S Automobile Liability Insurance shall include coverage for Automobile Contractual Liability.

 

 

 

5.   CONTRACTOR and OWNER, their subsidiaries and affiliates, and the officers, directors and employees of the foregoing shall be named as Additional Insureds under the Commercial General Liability Insurance policy, but only with respect to liability arising out of the operations for CONTRACTOR and OWNER by or for SUBCONTRACTOR.  In the United States Insurance Services Office (ISO) form CG 20 10 10 93 shall be attached to the policy.  Such insurance shall include an Insurer’s waiver of subrogation in favor of the Additional Insureds, be primary as regards any other coverage maintained for or by the Additional Insureds, and shall contain a cross-liability or severability of interest clause.

 

 

 

6.   In the event SUBCONTRACTOR maintains insurance covering loss or damage to equipment, tools, or any other property of SUBCONTRACTOR such insurance shall include an Insurer’s waiver of subrogation in favor of CONTRACTOR and OWNER and their subsidiaries and affiliates.  Subcontractor waives all rights of recovery against CONTRACTOR and OWNER and their subsidiaries and affiliates for any loss or damage to equipment, tools or any other property of SUBCONTRACTOR.

 

 

 

The required limits in A. above may be satisfied by a combination of a primary policy and an excess or umbrella policy.

CONTRACTOR Furnished Insurance.

B. Builder’s Risk Insurance.   CONTRACTOR shall maintain all-risk builder’s insurance for the benefit of OWNER, CONTRACTOR, SUBCONTRACTOR and sub-tier contractors as Insureds covering physical loss or damage to all sites where work under this subcontract is to be performed.  Coverage shall include, fire, explosion, extended coverage, expediting expense and extra expense, collapse, earthquake, flood, hurricane, volcanic action and comprehensive boiler and machinery (including electrical injury and mechanical breakdown).  Such insurance shall cover all work and property comprising the project with respect to which CONTRACTOR, SUBCONTRACTOR or sub-tier contractors will perform work hereunder, commencing with the start of work at any project site during construction, testing and until Acceptance of a site along with any and all materials, equipment and machinery intended for such site during off-site storage and inland transit, but shall exclude SUBCONTRACTOR or sub-tier contractors construction

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equipment, tools and test equipment.  Coverage shall be written on a replacement cost basis for the full completed value of each site and contain an agreed amount endorsement waiving any coinsurance penalty.  There shall be no exclusion for resultant damage caused by faulty workmanship, design or materials.  Flood, earthquake, hurricane and volcanic action shall be provided at maximum limits commercially available at a reasonable cost.  Off-site storage and inland transit coverage shall be written with limits commensurate with the respective values at risk.  Such policy shall remain in full force and effect until possession and control of each project site is transferred to OWNER or until Acceptance of a site whichever is earlier.  Deductibles shall not exceed $[…***…] and shall be paid by the Party at fault for loss.  The policy shall include a waiver of insurer’s rights of subrogation against all Insureds.

1.          Excess Liability with combined single limits of $[…***…] per occurrence and in the aggregate for all projects, where applicable as excess of A. 2 and 3 above.  The policy is to include CONTRACTOR and  SUBCONTRACTOR as named Insureds and will include a waiver of insurers rights of subrogation against all Insureds.

2.          CONTRACTOR’S Pollution Legal Liability Insurance including covering claims for bodily injury, and property damage, defined as physical injury to or destruction of tangible property damage, coverage, including the resulting loss of use of damaged property thereof or of tangible property that has not been physically injured, cleanup costs, and defense, including costs and expenses incurred in the investigation, defense, or settlement of claims, for pollution conditions arising out of the covered operations performed by  SUBCONTRACTOR described under the scope of work of this subcontract.  Policy to include Professional Liability for environmental losses only covering bodily injury, property damage and cleanup costs.  Policy limits to be $[…***…] each claim and in the aggregate.  Policy term to be three (3) years, with an extended discovery period of three (3) years.  Self-insured retention to be $[…***…] each claim. The policy is to include CONTRACTOR and SUBCONTRACTOR (SUBCONTRACTOR will be required to provide minimum primary limit of $2,000,000 for Professional Liability) as Named Insureds and will include a waiver of subrogation against all insureds.  Policy will also contain a Separation of Insureds clause.

In the event SUBCONTRACTOR becomes aware of any claim, or circumstance likely to give rise to claim, involving the insurance specified in B. 1 and 2  above Subcontractor shall immediately notify CONTRACTOR in writing of the particulars of such claim or circumstance.

In addition to the insurance provided by CONTRACTOR in B. Above, CONTRACTOR and/or OWNER reserves the right to provide an OWNER or CONTRACTOR Controlled Insurance Program (“OCIP” or “CCIP”) to include Workers compensation (where allowed), Employers Liability ($2,000,000).  OWNER, CONTRACTOR, SUBCONTRACTOR and sub-tier contractors providing on-site services would be included as Insureds. CONTRACTOR will provide at least 30 days notice prior to construction start to SUBCONTRACTOR of such an election.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide an appropriate reduction in its subcontract price if an OCIP or CCIP is provided.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall deliver to CONTRACTOR no later than ten (10) calendar days after subcontract award, but in any event prior to commencing the Work or entering the Jobsite, Certificates of Insurance evidencing such coverage and limits of insurance are in full force and effect. Certificates shall be issued in a form acceptable to CONTRACTOR and provide that not less than thirty (30) calendar days advance written notice will be given to CONTRACTOR prior to cancellation, termination or material alteration of such policies.  Certificates shall identify on their face the project name and subcontract number.  Delivery of the original and two (2) copies of the certificates and any notices of policy change shall be made to:

Bechtel Corporation

Attention:

Rosa Vargas

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Reference:

Subcontract No. 24782-PRO-SC6-CL00-00001

Address:

5860 Oakbrook Parkway,  Suite 168
Norcross, GA 30093

SC–3    COMMENCEMENT, PROGRESS AND COMPLETION OF THE WORK

SUBCONTRACTOR shall furnish sufficient personnel, equipment, and facilities and shall work such hours to assure prosecution of the Work to completion in accordance with the CONTRACTOR’S completion dates as advised in  CONTRACTOR’S  SCN/Change Order, as amended under this subcontract from time to time.

SUBCONTRACTOR will complete the Work in accordance with the Project Milestone Schedule defined in the SCN/Change Order.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall, from time to time, be required to provide to CONTRACTOR for approval an original and subsequently updated Subcontract Schedule showing all activities and sequence of operations needed for the orderly performance and completion of the Work in accordance with the Subcontract Milestones as defined in CONTRACTOR’S SCN/Change Order.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall adhere to the approved Subcontract Schedule, submitting periodic progress reports and/or proposed schedule changes in form and manner directed by CONTRACTOR.

SC–4    INVOICING AND PAYMENT

Except as otherwise specified in a SCN / Change Order, CONTRACTOR shall pay SUBCONTRACTOR in accordance with the compensation terms of the applicable SCN / Change Order thirty (30) calendar days from the date of receipt of the invoice.  Payment for portions of any invoice in dispute may be withheld by CONTRACTOR until such problem has been resolved.  If CONTRACTOR disputes any invoice rendered or amount paid, CONTRACTOR shall so notify SUBCONTRACTOR.  The parties shall use their best efforts to resolve such dispute expeditiously.  Invoices received by CONTRACTOR more than one (1) year after the performance of the Work are untimely and CONTRACTOR shall have no obligation to pay such invoices.

If a SCN / Change Order specifies that SUBCONTRACTOR may submit invoices for progress payments prior to Final Acceptance, SUBCONTRACTOR is permitted to submit invoices when the milestone is achieved and CONTRACTOR will make progress payments to  SUBCONTRACTOR within thirty (30) calendar days from the date of the invoice. Such progress payments shall be made in accordance with the payment schedule attached to each SCN / Change Order or Exhibit “C” if not specifically identified in the SCN / Change Order.

When the payment to SUBCONTRACTOR of any Work is on a time basis or reimbursable costs, approved weekly timesheets and third party invoices must accompany  SUBCONTRACTOR’S invoice in support of the claim for payment.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall submit invoices only after satisfactory completion and CONTRACTOR approval of any work, based on completion of CONTRACTOR determined tasks from SUBCONTRACTOR’S breakdown, established Payment Milestones, units measured by the subcontract Measurement for Payment provisions and/or established reimbursable categories.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall promptly pay all claims of persons or firms furnishing services, labor, equipment or materials used in performing the Work under this subcontract.

Unless otherwise specified by applicable law, CONTRACTOR shall, after submittal of such final invoice, pay to SUBCONTRACTOR the amount then remaining due provided that,

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SUBCONTRACTOR shall have furnished CONTRACTOR and OWNER for itself, its subcontractors, immediate and remote, and all material suppliers, vendors, laborers and other parties acting through or under it, waivers and releases of all claims against CONTRACTOR or OWNER arising under or by virtue of this subcontract, except such claims, if any, as may be specifically excepted by SUBCONTRACTOR from the operation of the release in stated amounts to be set forth therein.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall submit all invoices, in form and format directed by CONTRACTOR, in original and two (2) copies to:

 

Bechtel Corporation

 

 

 

 

Attention:

Rosa Vargas

 

Reference:

Subcontract No. 24782-PRO-SC6-CL00-00001

 

Address:

5860 Oakbrook Parkway,  Suite 168
Norcross, GA 30093

 

 

 

 

 

SC-5    QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM

SUBCONTRACTOR shall be ISO 9001 certified for this agreement no later than February 7, 2003

The following requirements will apply until such time (as noted in the 1st paragraph of this clause) that SUBCONTRACTOR has an  ISO 9001 certified Quality System.

The Project specific Quality Assurance Plan shall address all activities relevant to the Work and shall demonstrate how all work performed by SUBCONTRACTOR will conform to the subcontract requirements.

 

1.

Provide an organizational chart(s) showing  SUBCONTRACTOR’S corporate and/or project organization responsible for managing, performing and verifying the Work.  The organizational chart(s) shall be supported with a reporting and functional description of SUBCONTRACTOR’S project organization to be deployed for this contract.  The chart shall identify the persons assigned to each key position and their functional title including the person(s) having the authority and responsibility for management, performance and verification of  SUBCONTRACTOR’S Quality Program.

 

 

 

 

2.

Provide a list of internal procedures/instructions to be employed during engineering and design activities in order to meet and comply with the specific subcontract requirements.  The list shall identify the procedure/ instruction number and revision designators.

 

 

 

 

3.

Identify and describe the controls and measures in-place to ensure applicable City/County/State/Federal statutory and regulatory code requirements are incorporated into design documents.

 

 

 

 

4.

Identify and describe the controls and measures in place to ensure that only current and approved documents are used and maintained during design work processes.

 

 

 

 

5.

Describe the measures and controls in-place for performing interdisciplinary design document reviews and independent design checking at pre-determined stages during the development of design.

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6.

Describe the measures and controls in-place to formally conduct and document design verifications at appropriate stages of design to ensure that the design stage output meets the design stage input requirements.  Design verifications may include design reviews; performing alternative calculations; comparing the new design with a similar proven design (if available); undertaking tests and demonstrations; and reviewing the design stage documents before release.

 

 

 

 

7.

Describe how design changes are documented, approved and tracked by authorized personnel before incorporation into the design and after design documents are released to CONTRACTOR for implementation.

 

 

 

 

8.

Describe the controls and measures in-place for preparing, approving, revising, tracking, and maintaining design calculations.

 

 

 

 

9.

Describe the design document numbering system to be used for identifying design documents to be delivered to CONTRACTOR.

SUBCONTRACTOR’S documented Quality Program, or Quality  Plan shall be updated as necessary  during the Work, to reflect any changes to SUBCONTRACTOR’S  quality system. CONTRACTOR shall be formally notified of any Quality System changes affecting the contracted work scope before those changes take effect.

SUBCONTRACTOR’S documented quality system shall provide for the issuance of a “stop work” order by SUBCONTRACTOR or CONTRACTOR at any time during the Work, when significant adverse quality trends and/or deviations from the approved Quality Program Quality Assurance Program are found.

CONTRACTOR reserves the right to access SUBCONTRACTOR’S facilities, and that of it’s sub-tier contractors and suppliers, to review, assess and verify the effectiveness of  SUBCONTRACTOR’S Quality Program implementation at any stage of the Work

SC 6    NONDISCLOSURE

SUBCONTRACTOR agrees not to divulge to third parties, without the written consent of CONTRACTOR, any information obtained from or through CONTRACTOR or OWNER in connection with the performance of this subcontract unless:

 

 

 

 

1.

The information is known to SUBCONTRACTOR prior to obtaining the same from CONTRACTOR or OWNER;

 

 

 

 

2.

The information is, at the time of disclosure by SUBCONTRACTOR, then in the public domain; or

 

 

 

 

3.

The information is obtained by SUBCONTRACTOR from a third party who did not receive same, directly or indirectly from CONTRACTOR or OWNER and who has no obligation of secrecy with respect thereto.

SUBCONTRACTOR further agrees that it will not, without the prior written consent of CONTRACTOR, disclose to any third party any information developed or obtained by SUBCONTRACTOR in the performance of this subcontract except to the extent that such information falls within one of the categories described in 1 through 3 above.

If so requested by CONTRACTOR, SUBCONTRACTOR further agrees to require its employees to execute a nondisclosure agreement prior to performing any work under this subcontract.

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SC–7    APPLICABLE LAW

This subcontract shall be interpreted under the laws of the state of Georgia.

SC 8    RELEASE OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES

Under no circumstances shall SUBCONTRACTOR or any of its sub-tier contractors, or vendors of any tier providing equipment, materials or services for the Project be liable to CONTRACTOR for consequential loss or damage, including but not limited to loss of use, loss of profits or revenues, cost of capital, loss of goodwill, consequential damages claims of CONTRACTOR’S customers or like items of loss or damage, and CONTRACTOR hereby releases SUBCONTRACTOR and such sub-tier contractors, and vendors therefrom.  In connection herewith, the parties recognize that CONTRACTOR has obtained in the prime contract between OWNER and CONTRACTOR releases from OWNER in favor of SUBCONTRACTOR substantially similar to that provided by CONTRACTOR in favor of SUBCONTRACTOR herein.

The releases from liability, limitations and apportionment of liability and exclusive remedy provisions and indemnity obligations expressed throughout this subcontract shall apply even in the event of the fault, negligence (in whole or in part), strict liability, breach of contract, or otherwise of the party released or whose liability is waived, disclaimed, limited, apportioned or fixed by such exclusive remedy provision, indemnified or held harmless, and shall extend to such party’s related or affiliated entities and its and their directors, officers, employees and agents.

It is intent of CONTRACTOR AND SUBCONTRACTOR that, to the extent permitted by law, the remedies arising under this subcontract are the sole and exclusive remedies of the parties for the obligations and liabilities arising out of or in connection with SUBCONTRACTOR’S work or this subcontract, notwithstanding additional remedies otherwise available at law or in equity.

SC 9    PROGRESS REPORTS

On a monthly basis SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide to CONTRACTOR a concise summary report, in form and format and at time directed by CONTRACTOR, describing the work accomplished during the reporting period, work forecasted to be completed during the next reporting period and a summary of problem areas.  As a minimum, the form and format should be a progress bar schedule identifying all milestone dates and key dates and  SUBCONTRACTOR’S performance.  This information shall identify the project job-hours to perform and the equivalent project job-hours expended.

When required to undertake any work at any Cell Site,  SUBCONTRACTOR shall submit periodic progress reports to CONTRACTOR on accrual progress, to include the following:

 

1.

Daily:  A daily force report for each Cell Site listing all Personnel by discipline, craft and work assignment and hours at site;

 

2.

Daily:  A daily plant and equipment report showing the construction facilities and/or plant and equipment utilized in the work for each Cell Site;

 

3.

Weekly: An update of the approved schedule (statuses daily) submitted on each Friday, including planned, actual and forecasted start/finish dates and percent complete.  Variations from approved schedules and plans shall be noted and rationalized;

SC 10    OWNERSHIP OF WORK PRODUCT

SUBCONTRACTOR hereby agrees that OWNER. through its prime contract agreement with CONTRACTOR, shall own the intellectual property rights to the deliverables, inventions, technical information, specifications, drawings, records, documentation, creative works, concepts, residual knowledge or data, written, oral or otherwise arising out of, related to or resulting from this

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subcontract (collectively called “Work Product”).  SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to reasonably cooperate with CONTRACTOR and to execute any documents reasonably requested by OWNER to perfect OWNER’S ownership rights in the Work Product.

CONTRACTOR shall have the right to transfer to OWNER all intellectual property rights in the Work Product as such rights are granted herein to CONTRACTOR by SUBCONTRACTOR, subject to the limitations set forth in this Section . CONTRACTOR’S ownership rights in the Work Product shall not extend to elements of the Work Product that constitute: (a) SUBCONTRACTOR Preexisting Material (defined below); (b) information in the public domain; and/or (c) refinements made by SUBCONTRACTOR to its processes, whether or not developed under any project for CONTRACTOR.  To the extent permissible under U.S. copyright law, and subject to the limitations set forth in this Section , the Work Product shall be considered “works made for hire.”  Notwithstanding anything in the foregoing that may appear to the contrary, nothing in this subcontract shall be construed so as to limit or transfer SUBCONTRACTOR’S ownership of all rights, facts and data to use its basic know-how, methods of analysis, experience, techniques, processes, models, industry knowledge and contacts, skills and presentation formats, whether or not acquired during performance of the Services.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall own exclusively the rights to all SUBCONTRACTOR Preexisting Material regardless of the use or presence of such SUBCONTRACTOR Preexisting Material in the creation of any Work Product.  SUBCONTRACTOR Preexisting Material shall mean any software, program, algorithm, model, process, data, method and/or other copyrighted or patented material that was owned by or licensed to SUBCONTRACTOR prior to its execution of this subcontract.  If the Work Product contains SUBCONTRACTOR Preexisting Material then SUBCONTRACTOR hereby grants CONTRACTOR for the benefit of OWNER an irrevocable, perpetual, world-wide, royalty-free license to use, copy, distribute, display, and perform such SUBCONTRACTOR Preexisting Materials but only as part of the final Work Product and only for the purpose of exercising CONTRACTOR’S rights for the benefit of OWNER, in the Work Product set forth herein.

All data products purchased for the delivery of the Work pursuant to this subcontract shall be the property of CONTRACTOR.  All licensed software used by SUBCONTRACTOR in the performance of the Work is and shall remain the property of SUBCONTRACTOR unless purchased by OWNER and/or CONTRACTOR on a pass-through basis.  All existing software owned by SUBCONTRACTOR shall continue to be owned by SUBCONTRACTOR notwithstanding its use on OWNER and/or CONTRACTOR’S behalf.

SUBCONTRACTOR hereby agrees to acquire from its subcontractors, agents, representatives and other third parties who perform under this subcontract such assignments, rights and covenants as to assure that OWNER and/or CONTRACTOR shall receive and have the ability to maintain all its rights in the Work Product. SUBCONTRACTOR hereby agrees to provide evidence of such duly executed documents to OWNER and/or CONTRACTOR upon request.

SC 11 — SOFTWARE

Software that is either embedded in or offered as a part of the Work that is licensed to and/or owned by SUBCONTRACTOR shall remain the property of SUBCONTRACTOR unless purchased by CONTRACTOR on a pass-through basis, in accordance with the form attached hereto as Appendix B-3 (the “Software License Agreement”),. All existing software owned by SUBCONTRACTOR shall continue to be owned by SUBCONTRACTOR notwithstanding its use on CONTRACTOR’S or OWNER’S behalf.  In the event it should become necessary to procure the use of Software from a third party necessary for the ongoing operations of OWNER’S network, then OWNER shall procure such license or right of use directly from such third party, regardless of such Software’s use or integration in the Work provided by SUBCONTRACTOR.

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CONTRACTOR and SUBCONTRACTOR shall enter into a Software License Agreement which is appended to this subcontract for CONTRACTOR’S and OWNER’S use of Dynamic TrackerTM a web-based, online, project-tracking tool developed by SUBCONTRACTOR.

SC 12 — EXCUSABLE DELAYS

Neither party shall be deemed in default of this subcontract or any change order except for any obligation to make payments hereunder for Work performed in accordance with this subcontract, to the extent that any delay or failure in the performance of its obligations results from any cause beyond its reasonable control and without its fault or negligence, such as acts of God, acts of civil or military authority, acts of terrorism, embargoes, epidemics, war, riots, insurrections, fires, explosions, earthquakes, or floods (“Force Majeure”).

If any Force Majeure condition affects SUBCONTRACTOR’S ability to perform, SUBCONTRACTOR shall give immediate notice to CONTRACTOR who may elect to:  (1) terminate the affected SCN / Change Order(s) or any part thereof, (2) suspend the affected Change Order(s) or any part for the duration of the Force Majeure condition, with the option to obtain elsewhere materials and services to be furnished under such Change Order(s) and deduct from any commitment under such Change Order(s) the quantity of the materials and services obtained or for which commitments have been made elsewhere; or, (3) resume performance under such Change Order(s) once the Force Majeure condition ceases.  Unless CONTRACTOR gives written notice within thirty (30) days after being notified of the Force Majeure condition, option (2) shall be deemed selected.  Notwithstanding the foregoing, in case of an event of Force Majeure, SUBCONTRACTOR’S schedule, compensation and other affected portions of this subcontract shall be equitably adjusted pursuant to General Condition entitled “Changes”.

SC 13    CONTRACTOR SUPPLIED EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

The materials and/or equipment as identified in a Materials List, if any, will be furnished to SUBCONTRACTOR, at CONTRACTOR’S designated location, to be incorporated into or used in performance of the Work under this subcontract.  Such items will be furnished without cost provided SUBCONTRACTOR shall, at its expense, accept delivery, load, unload, transport to points of use, care for such items until final disposition and upon completion of the Work return all surplus to CONTRACTOR’S designated Jobsite warehouse or storage area.

SC-14    CONFLICT OF INTEREST

SUBCONTRACTOR represents and warrants that no officer, director, affiliate, employee, or agent of OWNER has been or will be employed, retained or paid a fee, or otherwise has received or will receive any personal compensation or consideration, by or from SUBCONTRACTOR or any of SUBCONTRACTOR’S officers, directors, employees, or agents in connection with the obtaining, arranging, or negotiation of this subcontract or other documents entered into or executed in connection with this subcontract.

SC-15    MOST FAVORED PRICING

15.1          For Work provided under this subcontract, SUBCONTRACTOR will provide to CONTRACTOR the Most Favored Pricing (“MFP”, as defined below) that SUBCONTRACTOR provides to any other customer of SUBCONTRACTOR in the United States and its territories.

15.2          MFP, as offered to CONTRACTOR in this subcontract, means at least as low as the lowest price paid by any domestic wireless network customer of SUBCONTRACTOR acquiring from SUBCONTRACTOR the Work provided hereunder, for like purchase volumes as anticipated by SUBCONTRACTOR at the effective date of the subcontract, taking into

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consideration any differentiating subcontract terms and conditions which have a financial impact, such as, alternative pricing, credits, rebates, risks and liabilities, payment terms, warranty and financing.

15.3          SUBCONTRACTOR shall conduct an annual, calendar year internal audit of this provision which shall be subject to CONTRACTOR review. The audit will compare, in the manner described above in 15.1 and 15.2, the MFP for CONTRACTOR under this subcontract with the applicable pricing offered by SUBCONTRACTOR to domestic wireless network customers.  After the internal audit, a senior SUBCONTRACTOR executive will certify to CONTRACTOR that the audit has taken place and provide to CONTRACTOR a letter either certifying compliance with the terms of this provision as determined by the internal audit or providing notice of the requirement to make equitable adjustments or grant credits as described below. Such certification shall be provided no later than thirty (30) days after the close of the calendar year.

15.4          If OWNER in good faith questions CONTRACTOR on the results of  SUBCONTRACTOR internal audit conducted pursuant to 15.3 above, then at OWNER’s request and expense, SUBCONTRACTOR will allow an independent audit by a mutually agreed third party auditor to review and verify SUBCONTRACTOR’S internal audit.  Such third party audit will be conducted no more than once per calendar year and will be performed in a manner that preserves the confidentiality of information regarding SUBCONTRACTOR’S other customers.

15.5          If the internal audit or the independent audit determine that SUBCONTRACTOR has extended more favorable prices contrary to the terms and conditions described above, SUBCONTRACTOR shall, within thirty (30) days, submit a proposal to CONTRACTOR, the purpose of which will be to make an equitable adjustment of the MFP charged to OWNER which the aforementioned audits establish to be in violation of SUBCONTRACTOR’S undertakings set forth above with respect to MFP. Furthermore, when such adjustment is agreed, and if CONTRACTOR is not otherwise in breach of this subcontract, SUBCONTRACTOR shall issue an agreed credit, or implement any other agreed adjustment, within thirty (30) day.

SC-16    Emergency Support Service

During the term of this subcontract, if any natural disaster or other emergency occurs whereby Work provided in connection with this subcontract is damaged and such condition materially affects OWNER’s ability to provide services to its subscribers, SUBCONTRACTOR agrees, at OWNER’s request, to assist OWNER with “Emergency Support Service” as more fully described below:

 

1.

If requested by OWNER, schedule the repair or new provision of Work on a priority basis.  OWNER will indemnify SUBCONTRACTOR for any financial obligations incurred by SUBCONTRACTOR as a result of such priority efforts due to contractual obligations with third parties.

 

 

 

 

2.

Assist OWNER by providing field technical personnel to make temporary modifications and arrangements to mitigate the effects of out-of-service conditions.  If requested, by OWNER, SUBCONTRACTOR will document such efforts and associated charges.

 

 

 

 

 

The price for any replacement Work which is not covered by SUBCONTRACTOR’S warranty will be at SUBCONTRACTOR’S applicable price plus cost of expedited delivery of such replacement Work.  The process for achieving this shall be by mutual agreement.

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SC-17    INSIGNIA

Upon OWNER’s written request, certain of OWNER’s trademarks, trade names, insignia, symbols, decorative designs, or other similar items (hereinafter “Insignia”), shall be properly affixed by SUBCONTRACTOR to the Work furnished at no additional cost to OWNER.  Such Insignia shall not be affixed, used, or otherwise displayed on the Work without OWNER’s written approval.  The manner in which such Insignia will be affixed must be approved in writing by OWNER.

SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to remove, at no additional cost to OWNER, all Insignia from Work not meeting OWNER’s requirements.  SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold OWNER harmless from any liability in connection with SUBCONTRACTOR’S failure to remove such Insignia.  This section will in no way alter or modify SUBCONTRACTOR’S obligations under this subcontract regarding protection of OWNER’s confidential Information.

SC-18    NON-INTERVENTION

In connection with the provision of Work by SUBCONTRACTOR to CONTRACTOR, SUBCONTRACTOR agrees not to influence — directly or indirectly - any regulatory, legislative, or judicial body so as to prevent, or delay the offering of Work by OWNER which utilize the Work supplied by SUBCONTRACTOR.

SC-19    OVERDEPENDENCE OF SUBCONTRACTOR

SUBCONTRACTOR warrants to CONTRACTOR that as of the effective date of this subcontract SUBCONTRACTOR has (1) no contractual obligations which would materially adversely affect SUBCONTRACTOR’S capabilities to perform under this subcontract, (2) is not involved in any litigation which would materially adversely affect SUBCONTRACTOR’S ability to perform under this subcontract, and (3) has, or prior to the commencement of Work hereunder will have, all professional licenses which are required to perform under this subcontract.

Accordingly, and because CONTRACTOR has no way of ascertaining SUBCONTRACTOR’S dependency on CONTRACTOR for revenues from sales in proportion to revenues from SUBCONTRACTOR’S other customers, and in order to protect CONTRACTOR from a situation in which SUBCONTRACTOR is overly dependent upon CONTRACTOR for said sales, SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to release and hold harmless CONTRACTOR from any and all claims and liabilities relating to SUBCONTRACTOR’S financial stability, which may result from CONTRACTOR’S termination of any SCN / Change Order placed under this subcontract.

SC-20    RADIO FREQUENCY EMISSIONS

To the extent applicable, materials furnished under this subcontract shall comply with the requirements of Part 15 and any other related Parts of the Federal Communication Commission’s Rules and Regulations, as may be amended from time to time.  Compliance shall include those sections concerning the labeling of such materials, and the suppression of radio frequency and electro-magnetic radiation to specified levels.  Additionally, SUBCONTRACTOR will ensure, to the extent possible, that  the transmission of RF emissions under the MPE (Maximum Permissible Exposure) as prescribed by the FCC for a site and/or sites is within current existing permissible standards including, but not limited to, the FCC’s OET Bulletin 65 as amended.  Should the materials   during use generate interference to radio communications, SUBCONTRACTOR shall inform CONTRACTOR how to suppress such interference.  CONTRACTOR may opt to return materials to SUBCONTRACTOR and receive a prompt refund of the price CONTRACTOR paid for the materials if OWNER cannot reasonable suppress such interference.  Nothing herein shall diminish or otherwise limit SUBCONTRACTOR’S obligations under any other express warranty provided in this subcontract.

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SC-21    REGISTRATION

To the extent applicable, when material furnished under this subcontract is subject to Part 68 of the Federal Communications Commission’s Rules and Regulations (“FCC Rules and Regulations”) as may from time to time be amended, SUBCONTRACTOR warrants that such material is registered under and complies with Part 68 of such FCC Rules and Regulations including, but not limited to, all labeling and customer instruction requirements.  SUBCONTRACTOR agrees to indemnify and hold CONTRACTOR harmless from and against any liability in connection with SUBCONTRACTOR’S noncompliance with Part 68 of the FCC Rules and Regulations.  SUBCONTRACTOR agrees, at its expense, to defend CONTRACTOR, at CONTRACTOR’S request, against such liability, provided , however, that SUBCONTRACTOR shall (1) keep CONTRACTOR fully informed as to the progress of such defense, and (2) afford CONTRACTOR, at its own expense, an opportunity to participate on a basis with SUBCONTRACTOR in such defense.

SC-22    TECHNICAL SUPPORT

During the term of this subcontract, SUBCONTRACTOR will provide, at no additional cost, full and complete technical assistance to CONTRACTOR for the Work covered by this subcontract, including ongoing technical support and field service and assistance, provision of technical bulletins and updated user manuals, and telephone assistance to assist with installation, operation, maintenance, and problem resolution per the specifications of Exhibit D “Scope of Work”. The availability or performance of this technical support will not be construed as altering or affecting SUBCONTRACTOR’S obligations as set forth in the clause GC-13, titled “Warranty”. SUBCONTRACTOR will provide to CONTRACTOR and keep current a document that includes names, titles and telephone numbers, including after-hours telephone numbers, of SUBCONTRACTOR personnel responsible for providing technical support to CONTRACTOR.

SC-23    LIQUIDATED DAMAGES

The parties recognize the importance of timely performance of their obligations in order to meet delivery dates and the parties agree to the following terms and conditions with respect to the Liquidated Damages which apply to this subcontract (CONTRACTOR and SUBCONTRACTOR will be responsible for the application of Liquidated Damage as follows):

a.

There shall be no Liquidated Damages which apply for markets with scheduled Market Launch Dates in 2002.

 

 

b.

For markets with scheduled Market Launch Dates in 2003 and beyond, the requirements for Liquidated Damages shall be as follows.  After all site audits and lease reviews have been completed, OWNER and CONTRACTOR will mutually develop a schedule for completion of work for all sites in each market (“Construction Completion Date”) along with a definition of the requirements (including those sites required) for launch of the market and the subsequent market launch date (“Market Launch Date”) and will set this information forth in the Master Project Plan.

 

 

1.

To the extent that achieving Acceptance of construction completion by the Construction Completion Date in a market is dependent on responsibilities allocated to SUBCONTRACTOR under this subcontract, and SUBCONTRACTOR causes a failure to achieve Acceptance of construction completion by the Construction Completion Date, CONTRACTOR shall be entitled to Liquidated Damages in the amount of $[…***…] for the first two week period per site in the market which has failed to achieve Acceptance of construction completion, and $[…***…] per week thereafter for each site in the market which has failed to achieve Acceptance of construction completion, until such time as that site achieves Acceptance of construction completion, or the application of Liquidated Damages as

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described in subsection 2 below, whichever occurs first; provided that CONTRACTOR  owes such Liquidated Damages to OWNER under its prime contract agreement with OWNER.

 

 

2.

If during the course of performing work on a OWNER site, SUBCONTRACTOR causes an unplanned service outage of OWNER’s existing equipment on that site that lasts more than one (1) hour, SUBCONTRACTOR shall pay to CONTRACTOR Liquidated Damages in the amount of […***…] per occurrence; provided that CONTRACTOR owes such Liquidated Damages to OWNER under its prime contract agreement with OWNER.

 

 

3.

To the extent that declaring a site ready for work by third parties, is dependent on responsibilities allocated to SUBCONTRACTOR under this subcontract and if CONTRACTOR does, in fact, declare a site ready for work by Third Parties, and schedules such work by Third Parties, and a Third Party is unable to complete its work on the site due to SUBCONTRACTOR’S delay or interference, or in the alternative if the site is not ready for the scheduled Third Party work, OWNER may be charged by the Third Party for such delay or interference.  In such instances when OWNER is contractually liable for and is actually charged for this delay or interference, SUBCONTRACTOR will pay CONTRACTOR an amount to reimburse OWNER for the costs actually paid by OWNER for such delay or interference.  OWNER will provide SUBCONTRACTOR with reasonable substantiation for such costs.  For the purposes of this clause (d) only, “Third Parties” shall mean suppliers or vendors of wireless telecommunications equipment to OWNER.

 

 

4

In no event, shall SUBCONTRACTOR’S liability for Liquidated Damages as described in paragraph b, subsections 1 and 2 above, and the costs described in paragraph 1 and 2 above, under this subcontract exceed in the aggregate […***…] dollars.

 

 

SC-24    CONTRACTORS LICENSING LAW

 

 

 

Should any of the work be performed in California, SUBCONTRACTOR will be required by law to be licensed and regulated by the California Contractors’ State License Board which has jurisdiction to investigate complaints against contractors if a complaint regarding a patent act or omission is filed within four years of the date of the alleged violation.  A complaint regarding a latent act or omission pertaining to structural defects must be filed within 10 years of the date of the alleged violation.  Any questions concerning a contractor may be referred to the Registrar, Contractors’ State License Board, P.O. Box 26000, Sacramento, California 95826.

 

SC-25    SAFETY, HEALTH AND SECURITY REQUIREMENTS

In the development and implementation of its Safety and Health Plan (S&H Plan) and performance of the Work, SUBCONTRACTOR shall conform and comply with CONTRACTOR’S “SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS” set forth in Appendix B-1.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall adopt and proceed in accordance with CONTRACTOR’S and/or OWNER’S written S&H Plan and its implementing plans and procedures.  When directed by CONTRACTOR, SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide written S&H plans and procedures for specified S&H responsibilities.

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SUBCONTRACTOR shall assign a Safety Representative acceptable to CONTRACTOR.  Such representative may, with CONTRACTOR’S written approval, perform other duties.  SUBCONTRACTOR’S designated Safety Representative shall be physically located at the Jobsite. When SUBCONTRACTOR is performing work at multiple jobsites, an authorized deputy designated Safety Representative shall be physically located at each jobsite.  SUBCONTRACTOR’S designated Safety Representative shall respond to CONTRACTOR’S safety concerns and requirements; have authority for correcting unsafe conditions or acts by SUBCONTRACTOR, its employees, and employees of SUBCONTRACTOR’S suppliers or subcontractors of any tier; and coordinate with other Jobsite contractors and subcontractors on safety matters required for the Work.

SUBCONTRACTOR shall not, without prior written approval of CONTRACTOR, subcontract with any entity whose safety ratings for the previous year exceed the following:

 

EMR

0 to 0.88

 

 

OIR

0 to 3.00

 

 

LTIR

0 to 1.0

 

In performance of the Work under this subcontract, SUBCONTRACTOR shall establish and maintain a security program, implementing and supplementing Project security requirements. Such program shall include:

 

1.

Controlled access to office, warehouse, material and equipment sites.

 

 

 

 

2.

Control of material and equipment packaging, transportation, and delivery to the Jobsite.

 

 

 

 

3.

Accountability procedures for storage, requisition and issue of material and equipment.

 

 

 

 

4.

Prompt reporting of incidents of loss, theft or vandalism to CONTRACTOR, subsequently detailed and provided in writing.

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EXHIBIT B

APPENDIX B-1

SAFETY AND HEALTH (S&H) STANDARDS

1.0

Responsibilities

 

 

 

1.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall submit to Bechtel a written Project “S&H Plan” or “Company S&H Program” specific to its scope of work under this subcontract.  The “S&H Plan” must meet all applicable federal, state and/or local rules, regulations, codes and standards in addition to addressing the minimum requirements outlined within this document. The plan must be submitted to Bechtel for review and approval within (30) calendar days after subcontract award and in any event prior to mobilizing and commencing work at the Jobsite.

 

 

 

 

1.2

The S&H Plan shall delineate the roles and responsibilities of (SUB)CONTRACTOR’S managers and supervisors, and shall describe the system by which managers and supervisors will be held accountable for S&H implementation.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall ensure that (SUB)CONTRACTOR’S employees are adequately trained in each of the requirements of the S&H Plan.

 

 

 

 

1.3

(SUB)CONTRACTOR Site Management, managers, and supervisors shall cooperate with and may be asked to participate in scheduled S&H audits and/or assessments conducted by BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR.

 

 

 

 

1.4

(SUB)CONTRACTORmanagers and supervisors shall actively participate in documented pre-job planning activities.  Specifically, (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall participate in project Job Hazard Analysis (JHA) performed on unique or high risk work activities (for example, confined space entries, above ground work or trenching and excavating operations, etc..)  Additionally, (SUB)CONTRACTORsupervisors shall use a BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR-approved form of “employee pre-task planning sessions” known as Job Safety Analysis (JSA) for their crews.(Attachment 3.3)

 

 

 

 

1.5

Before beginning any work, SUBCONTRACTOR shall assure all lower-tier subcontractors adopt in writing the Subcontractor’s written S&H Plan and/or program specific to that Subcontractor’s scope of work.

 

 

 

 

1.6

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall designate a Safety Representative, acceptable to BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR, who will be responsible for S&H issues relating to (SUB)CONTRACTOR’S work.  Such designated Safety Representative may, with BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR’S written approval, perform other duties.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR’S designated Safety Representative shall be physically located at the jobsite. When (SUB)CONTRACTOR is performing work at multiple jobsites, an authorized deputy designated Safety Representative shall be physically located at each jobsite.  The designated Safety Representative shall respond to BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR’S safety concerns and requirements; have authority for correcting unsafe conditions or acts by (SUB)CONTRACTOR, it’s employees, and employees of subcontractor’s suppliers or subcontractors of any tier; and coordinate with other jobsite contractors and subcontractors on safety matters required for the work.  The (SUB)CONTRACTOR’S designated Safety Representative shall be available to address lower-tier subcontractor safety and health work issues.

 

 

 

 

1.7

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall participate in a weekly planning, scheduling and safety meetings held by BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR. In addition,

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(SUB)CONTRACTOR will be required and responsible to disseminate any pertinent S&H information from those meetings to its employees and its lower-tier subcontractor employees on a weekly basis.

 

 

 

 

1.8

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall submit to BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR a Bi-weekly ES&H Performance Report on a form provided by BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR.  The report will detail all first-aid cases, workers compensation claims, OSHA recordable and lost workday cases, near misses, utility hits and any property damage exceeding $500.00.(Attachment 4.1)

 

 

 

 

1.9

(SUB)CONTRACTOR may be required to participate in a BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR follow-up accident/incident investigations involving its own or lower-tier (SUB)CONTRACTOR employees.  This requirement does not obviate or diminish (SUB)CONTRACTOR responsibility to conduct its own initial investigation.(attachment 4.5)

 

 

 

 

1.10

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall stop work if unknown or unanticipated hazards or work conditions evolve which place employees at risk or necessitate greater precautions than currently exist or are required in the Project S&H Plan.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall immediately report all such incidents to BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR.

 

 

 

2.0

Orientation & Training

 

 

 

2.1

Before (SUB)CONTRACTOR employees begin any Work, (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall administer a New Employee Project Specific Safety and Health Orientation.

 

 

 

 

2.2

(SUB)CONTRACTOR Management shall be solely responsible to provide its own company specific orientation and specialized training to its employees.

 

 

 

 

2.2

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall provide all Supervisors with a Supervisors Safety and Health Orientation specific to their work on this project.  All Supervisor Safety and Health Orientation training will be documented in writing and include the signature of all in attendance, date of training and a course outline detailing all topics discussed.

 

 

 

3.0

Medical Services & Medical Treatment

 

 

 

3.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR Jobsite personnel who provide First-Aid/Medical Treatment and/or perform the duties of a Confined Space Attendant, shall be properly trained and qualified as outlined in the OSHA Regulations.  A copy of their current certification(s) shall be readily available to BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR upon request.

 

 

 

 

3.2

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall provide all routine medical and doctor related transportation for its employees who suffer an occupational injury and/or illness.  Additionally, (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for making the necessary prior arrangements with a local provider for emergency transportation.

 

 

 

4.0

S & H Audit/Assessments

 

 

 

 

4.1

BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR will perform periodic S&H assessments and/or audits of the project.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall provide BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR with timely, complete and open access to its safety process, files, records, work areas etc., and shall participate in this assessment as requested.

 

 

 

 

 

Prior to mobilizing, (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall notify BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR in writing (by company name) of any lower-tier subcontractors will be used for the execution of SUBCONTRACTOR’S work scope.  All lower-tier subcontractors

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must have acceptable S&H performance rates (OSHA Recordable Rate, Loss Workday Case Rate, and Experience Modification), which are required by BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR.  Additionally, (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for completing “Subcontractor Pre-Mobilization Checklist”(attachment 2.3) for all lower-tier subcontractors in the execution of the scope of work. (SUB)CONTRACTOR Site Management, managers, and supervisors shall conduct in  S&H audits and/or assessments lower-tier subcontractors to ensure compliance with all project contractual ES&H requirements and compliance with the S&H Plan.

 

 

 

5.0

Governmental Agency Inspections

 

 

 

 

5.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall ensure its personnel are aware of and comply with the procedures to be taken in the event of a government inspection of any type.

 

 

 

 

5.2

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall immediately notify the BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR Site/City/Market Manager if a government inspector of any type requests entry onto the Jobsite.

 

 

6.0

Tools & Equipment

 

 

 

 

6.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall provide and monitor to ensure that all tools are used in accordance with the manufacturers’ recommendations, have required guards in place, and are maintained in good working order.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall not use job-made tools of any kind on the Jobsite (e.g., tools made of reinforcement steel, makeshift rigging equipment, etc.).  All tools and equipment shall be used and maintained in accordance with manufacturer recommendations.  All vehicles and equipment on the Jobsite will be equipped with backup alarms.

 

 

 

 

6.2

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall only permit properly trained and certified employees to use powder-actuated tools.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall maintain employee certifications on file.

 

 

 

7.0

Hazard Communication

 

 

 

 

7.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall have a written Hazard Communication Plan and/or company program, as required, implementing procedures describing the method it will use to communicate the hazards associated with chemical handling, use, storage and disposal.  The plan or program shall comply with federal, state, and local regulatory requirements, permit conditions, applicable environmental documents, and (sub)contract requirements during construction of the project.

 

 

8.0

Personal Protective Equipment

 

 

 

 

8.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR employees shall receive information regarding the required minimum personal protective equipment during the Project New Employee Orientation.

 

 

 

 

8.2

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall require its employees to wear eye protection equipped with hard side shields (safety glasses) manufactured to applicable ANSI standard 100 percent of the time on the project.  Safety Glasses are not required in offices, lunch/change areas or while entering or leaving the Jobsite unless exposures are present.  This applies to prescription eyewear as well.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall monitor its employee compliance to this requirement and take immediate corrective actions when non-compliance is noted.  Employees performing grinding and buffing operations shall wear face shields and safety glasses or mono goggles.

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8.3

(SUB)CONTRACTOR employees with Jobsite responsibilities shall wear sturdy leatherwork shoes or boots.

 

 

 

 

8.4

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall require its employees to wear hardhats manufactured to the applicable ANSI standard worn with the brim forward at all times when at the Jobsite.

 

 

 

 

8.5

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall require its employees to wear long pants and a suitable shirt, with no less than 4” sleeves, as the minimum work clothing to be worn on the Jobsite.

 

 

 

 

8.6

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall provide and require its employees to use proper hearing protection manufactured to applicable standards whenever an occupational hearing hazard exists.

 

 

 

 

8.7

(SUB)CONTRACTOR employees who handle chemicals or harmful substances shall be trained and shall wear appropriate personal protective equipment per the chemical manufacturer’s recommendations.

 

 

 

 

8.8

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall require the use of high visibility clothing as outlined in the regulations for all employees exposed to vehicular traffic or heavy equipment.

 

 

 

 

8.9

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall provide and require its employees and those employees of all lower-tier subcontractors to have on their person the appropriate work glove.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall require the wearing of appropriate gloves any time they are actively engaged in work.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall monitor its employee’s compliance to this requirement and take immediate action when non-compliance is noted.

 

 

 

9.0

Respiratory Protection

 

 

 

9.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall ensure its Respiratory Protection Plan and/or company program includes the name of the qualified company administrator for the project, cartridge selection and change out process, method to be used for sanitizing respirators, medical qualification process, methods of fit testing and an employee training program.

 

 

 

10.0

Housekeeping, Fire Prevention & Protection

 

 

 

10.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall provide all fire protection and prevention equipment necessary for its operations, including, but not limited to fire hose, nozzles, extinguishers, etc.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall provide an adequate number of fire extinguishers of the correct size and type for its work activities.

 

 

 

 

10.2

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall monitor its work areas to ensure that all general work areas, doors, stairwells, aisles and means of egress are kept clear of trash, construction debris and are unobstructed at all times.

 

 

 

11.0

Fall Prevention / Protection

 

 

 

 

11.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall adopt a 100% fall protection policy that makes use of primary fall protection systems, such as scaffolds, aerial lifts, personnel hoists, etc., while making provisions for secondary fall protection (full-body harness) for all employees who are working or traveling more than 6 feet above ground and are exposed to an imminent fall hazard.  Free climbing shall be prohibited.  All fall protection devices used shall be manufactured in accordance with a recognized standard utilizing a design approved by a professional engineer. No job-built devices or equipment will be allowed.

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12.0

Scaffolding

 

 

 

 

12.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall use only engineered and approved scaffold material, erected and maintained under the control and direction of a trained, competent scaffold builder.  All scaffolds will use a common project scaffold tagging system.  BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR will provide (SUB)CONTRACTOR with a site-specific procedure defining the tagging system.

 

 

13.0

Lock-Out / Tag-Out Procedure  (Energy Isolation)

 

 

 

13.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall use a common project system and equipment safety tagging/lockout procedure when required.  If required by the facility owner BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR will provide (SUB)CONTRACTOR with a site-specific procedure defining the tagging/lockout system.  In any case (SUB)CONTRACTOR will implement an Energy Isolation program which complies with the applicable regulations.

 

 

14.0

Cranes & Material Handling

 

 

 

14.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall designate a qualified supervisor to determine the methods and develop plans for rigging operations to ensure its crane operations and lifting activities are monitored and executed in a safe manner.

 

 

 

 

14.2

All cranes supplied by (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall have current, annual, documented inspections as required.  Documentation of such inspections shall be made available to BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR prior to initial Jobsite use.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall ensure no equipment is operated if hazardous conditions are identified relating to that piece of equipment or its use.

 

 

 

15.0

Articulating Boom and Scissors Platforms

 

 

 

 

15.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall ensure elevated personnel work platforms (JLG, Snorkel, Hi-lift, etc.) are operated and maintained in accordance with manufacturer recommendations and only by trained and qualified employees.  Training and comprehension test records shall be made available to BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR upon request.

 

 

 

 

15.2

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall require all employees inside personnel work platforms wear a full body harness attached to a designated anchor point.  A fire extinguisher shall be provided on all such equipment.  Equipment used to hoist personnel shall not be used for material if it constitutes a hazard.

 

 

 

16.0

Electrical Equipment Inspection / Assured Grounding / GFCI

 

 

 

16.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall implement an appropriate electrical equipment “Assured Grounding Program” or use ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI) on all of its temporary field electrical applications.

 

 

 

17.0

Indoor Air Surveillance Program

 

 

 

 

17.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall identify work activities which could lead to potentially hazardous atmospheric conditions, whether toxic or explosive, caused or created by its own or lower-tier (SUB)CONTRACTOR work activities.  (This includes the operation of any gasoline, diesel or propane powered equipment inside an enclosed area or building.).  Additionally, (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall monitor and institute mitigating steps to prevent any subsequent exposure to all other project employees and/or the general public in or around the Jobsite.

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17.2

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall be required to provide any monitoring and/or sampling equipment in addition to ensuring that only qualified and competent personnel are operating such equipment.  Equipment shall be calibrated and maintained per the manufacturer’s recommendations.  BECHTEL/CONTRACTOR shall be notified of any activities or potential concerns that lead to monitoring and/or sampling and be copied on all subsequent data and/or reports generated by those activities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

18.0

 

Traffic Control Plans

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

18.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall develop, submit for approval, implement, and maintain in compliance with Traffic Control Plans as required by all Local, City, County State, and Federal authorities, or private property owner.  All Traffic Control Plans must be at the Jobsite at all times when traffic is being controlled by (SUB)CONTRACTOR.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR will only use trained and certified flagperson if they are required.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR will implement all necessary traffic and lighting controls required to perform work operations after sunset, or any time there is a restricted view due to weather, fire, dust, etc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

19.0

 

Confined or Enclosed Space Entry Procedures

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    19.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall implement Confined Space Entry Procedures to control  all operations in Confined Spaces as required by the applicable Federal, State, or Property Owner Rules/Regulations.  All work operations inside Utility Vaults will be required to conform to the appropriate Federal or State Confined Space regulation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20.0

 

Utility Locate

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

20.1

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall implement a utility locate process that physically identifies underground utilities when excavating The utility locate document shall be on location and used for work planning during excavation and boring activities

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

21.0

Electro Magnetic Energy (EME)

 

 

 

 

21.1

SUBCONTRACTOR shall implement a written procedure pertaining to employee safeguards to be followed in areas where electro-magnetic energy, in the form of Radio Frequency (RF), presents a potential hazard.  Where required due to the potential RF exposure level, SUBCONTRACTOR shall provide and require that its employees wear Personnel RF Monitors.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall ensure that all employees have an appropriate level of EME awareness training appropriate to the specific RF hazard on the project.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

22.0

Excavation & Trenching

 

 

 

 

22.1

(SUB)-CONTRACTOR shall not commence any excavation or trenching work, until it has obtained permission and complied with the conditions of all required approval and permit authorities.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall have an engineered drawing for reference showing the location of all underground services and/or utilities, and will make all required notifications prior to commencing any excavation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

22.2

(SUB)CONTRACTOR shall provide at the Jobsite a competent person, who will perform daily inspections of all excavation/trenches.  (SUB)CONTRACTOR shall

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      ensure that spoil material is kept at least 3 feet (1 meter) away from the excavation edge.

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APPENDIX B-2
SPECIAL PROVISIONS

I.

 

 

INTRODUCTION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTRACTOR has been awarded the GSM Services Overlay Project by Cingular Wireless LLC (the “Project”) as more fully described in that certain Master Contractor Agreement between Bechtel Corporation and Cingular Wireless LLC dated February 8, 2002.  Elsewhere in this subcontract, the parties have set forth the terms under which SUBCONTRACTOR will provide Site Acquisition and Dynamic Tracker Services.  In this Exhibit, the parties set forth the terms under which other Services for the Project, including Professional Services, will be provided for the Project and compensated.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

II.

 

SCOPE OF SERVICES

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
 
 
1.
 
 
 

Professional Services

 

 

 

The Professional Services shall be deemed to be those services performed by either party (CONTRACTOR or SUBCONTRACTOR) using personnel specifically approved to perform work for the Project by the CONTRACTOR.  For purposes of compensation under this subcontract, Professional Services does not include (a) Site Acquisition Services which are to be performed by SUBCONTRACTOR pursuant to Exhibit D; or (b) Provision of Dynamic Tracker and Services to support Dynamic Tracker, including the training and programming support, as specified in Exhibit D, Professional Services does not include the cost of hourly clerical personnel hired by either party locally or through agencies.  Professional Services charged by CONTRACTOR will include Services performed by Bechtel and EPCJobs personnel and charged to the Project in accordance with CONTRACTOR’s published charging practices guidelines.  SUBCONTRACTOR will not be entitled to perform Professional Services or assign personnel to a Professional Services position without the written consent of CONTRACTOR.  Notwithstanding the foregoing, SUBCONTRACTOR shall be entitled to provide personnel to perform SS 7 Services (Network Dimensioning) and T-1 Testing for the Project and CONTRACTOR agrees to process its written approval on a timely basis to support the Project Schedule.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

 

 

 

Radio Frequency and Fixed Network Engineering, Transport Engineering, and Network Optimization.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Radio Frequency and Fixed Network Engineering, Transport Engineering, and Network Optimization are scopes of work not currently awarded by OWNER to CONTRACTOR or SUBCONTRACTOR for the Project.  In the event that these services are awarded to either party for the Project, mutually agreeable commercial terms will be established between CONTRACTOR and SUBCONTRACTOR for those Services.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

III.

 

COMPENSATION

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

1.

 

 

 

Hourly Rates.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Professional Services for the Project will be charged by each party at the rate of […***…] per hour (the “Hourly Rate”).  The Hourly Rate shall be deemed to cover, but is not limited to, the cost of employee labor; holidays and paid time off; insurance, retirement, and other fringe benefits; payroll taxes; premiums for unemployment, workers’ compensation, and employer liability insurance; general and administrative expenses; other overhead costs; and fee.The Hourly Rate will apply to

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the actual number of approved, employee-paid hours worked and documented on timesheets. Hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week will not be paid, unless approved in writing by the CONTRACTOR and, in such case, will be reimbursed at the Hourly Rate.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2.

 

 

Other Direct Costs

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In addition to the Hourly Rate, the parties will be entitled to charge for the Other Direct Costs set forth in  Attachment 1, of this Appendix B-2.  Other Direct Costs shall be charged without additional mark-up.  As discussed above, compensation for Professional Services does not include the cost of hourly clerical personnel hired by either party locally or through agencies, and such costs will be charged as part of such party’s Other Direct Costs.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.

 

 

Costs for Subcontracts and Materials

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CONTRACTOR has subcontracting and procurement responsibility for the Project.  Costs for subcontracts and materials for the Project will be charged on a pass-through basis without mark—up.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

IV.

 

MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The parties shall, as soon as practicable, establish and thereafter maintain a Management Committee (the “Management Committee” or “Committee”) consisting of two (2) senior executives from each party.  There shall be no remuneration or any other expenses paid to Committee members for their services in connection with the Committee.  The Management Committee shall meet in person or via teleconference no less than once every quarter, and more frequently as may be necessary to monitor project progress and address issues amongst the parties.  Each party shall be entitled to have such other individuals or advisors attend the meetings at such parties’ discretion and sole expense.  CONTRACTOR will designate one of its executives as Chairman of the Management Committee, to organize and co-ordinate Committee activities.

 

 

 

Resolution of any matter shall require the unanimous vote of all the members of the Management Committee.  Any member of the Committee may call a Committee Meeting at any time upon not less than ten (10) business days prior notice. The parties shall fill any vacancy in the persons appointed by it to the Management Committee and may cancel the appointment of any such person and appoint another with written notice to the other party.

 

 

 

The Management Committee is authorized to act in a steering capacity and as a dispute resolution forum of first recourse for the Project and shall:

 

 

 

 

review the implementation and performance of the Project under the direction of the Project Director;

 

 

 

 

approve financial disbursements and distributions to the parties;

 

 

 

 

review and monitor client relationships for the Project.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

It is understood and agreed between the parties that, as between CONTRACTOR and SUBCONTRACTOR, communications with OWNER on Project matters, and coordination and management of the parties’ execution of the Project shall, notwithstanding the functions of the Management Committee as described herein, be within the scope of CONTRACTOR’s obligations as prime contractor to OWNER.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

In cases of matters on which unanimity of the Committee cannot be obtained within thirty (30) days from submission of any matter to the Committee, then the parties will seek to settle such matters by negotiations between designated senior officers of the parties.  Senior officers for each party are as follows:

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       WFI:

Masood Tayebi,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Chief Executive Officer

 

 

 

 

 

 

       Bechtel:

George Conniff

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GBU President, Telecommunications and Industrial

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Should the dispute not be resolved at this level, the parties will pursue Dispute Resolution in accordance with the process outlined in Exhibit “A”, GC-11.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Should any dispute between the parties affect or threaten the orderly or timely progress of the Project, the parties shall proceed diligently with the work as directed by the Management Committee in writing, whose decision with respect to matters affecting the prosecution or performance of the work shall govern, provided that the aggrieved party may preserve its right to dispute such decision by providing written notice of its objections and any claim for monetary loss after receipt of the Management Committee’s written directive.  In no event shall any dispute be permitted to delay the progress of the work.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

V.

 

AUDITS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The CONTRACTOR shall keep, or cause to be kept, proper books of account and records.  The accounting books and records shall be kept by each party in accordance with good accounting practices and are subject to inspection at any reasonable time during the term of the Project and thereafter for such period of time as may be required by the subcontract, by law or by the parties or their designated representatives. These books shall be open to audit by a mutually agreed independent auditor for such period of time as may be required by this subcontract or by law, provided, however, that agreed upon Hourly Rates and internally published unit rates shall not be subject to audit.  This provision permitting audits is in addition to that provided in Exhibit “A”, GC-12.

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ATTACHMENT 1

Other Direct Costs
(ODCs)

ODCs may include, but are not limited to the following types of expenses incurred with respect to the project:

 

Clerical personnel

 

Automation, Computer, Software, IS&T services and CAD/CAE costs (as an Automation Rate in some offices)

 

Automotive and construction equipment

 

Business Travel

 

Customer Entertainment Expenses — (pre-approved)

 

Computer equipment

 

Consulting fees

 

Depreciation or purchase of personal property or 3rd  party personal property rental/lease expense

 

Employee group functions

 

Engineering supplies rate charge and special engineering supplies

 

Freight and insurance

 

Furniture & equipment & computer hardware purchased (less than  $1K)

 

Furniture and office equipment

 

Gas, Oil, Tires, Parts

 

In-house moving contractors

 

Insurance

 

Legal services

 

Licenses and taxes

 

Mail and courier services

 

Meeting and conference expenses

 

Office rent and associated operating expenses (as a facilities rate in some offices)

 

Office supplies

 

Office supplies expense or Office supplies rate charge

 

Other subcontracts

 

Outside computer services

 

Real property operating expenses

 

Relocation and Assignment Expenses including Tax Gross-ups for Permanent and Temporary Assignments

 

Rental/Lease and Maintenance of vehicles

 

Reproduction expenses

 

Small tools rental/purchases

 

Technical books

 

Telephone, cable, fax, cell phones (as a communications rate in some offices)

 

Trailer rental expense

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CINGULAR PROJECT

CHARGING PRACTICE MATRIX

ITEM

 

COSTS DIRECTLY
RECOVERED ON
THE PROJECT AS
BILLED

 

COSTS INDIRECTLY
RECOVERED
THROUGH THE
HOURLY RATES

 

 

 

 

 

Personnel Costs (number of Professional Services hours multiplied by the applicable Hourly Rate)

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Salaries and payroll additives (P.R.A.). of project staff while engaged on the Project work

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

Salaries of project staff while on annual leave and during public holidays

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

Salaries of project staff while on compassionate leave/sick leave

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

Salaries and PRA of project staff while on R&R leave

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

Personnel costs for project specific trainers (except dynamic tracker and site acquisition) at Hourly Rate

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Personnel costs for staff being trained (except site acquisition) at Hourly Rate

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Salaries and PRA of staff engaged on respective corporate work for each Party (corporate accounting, general administration, & business development, etc.)

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

Personnel Costs of Permanent Office technical and management staff while directly engaged in the audit, review or support of project work (except for department managers and higher) at Hourly Rate

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Salaries and travel expenses of Permanent Office technical and management staff not directly engaged in work execution

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

Travel of Management Committee for official Committee Meetings

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

Permanent Office and Corporate Overheads

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

Payments to Agencies for the hire of staff or temporary/contract staff paid on an hourly basis

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

Payments to Agencies for interviewing and engaging staff for the Project

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

The cost of consultants (including time charges, fees and other approved expenses) appointed to provide services to the Project

 

X

 

 

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ITEM

 

COSTS DIRECTLY
RECOVERED ON
THE PROJECT AS
BILLED

 

COSTS INDIRECTLY
RECOVERED
THROUGH THE
HOURLY RATES

 

 

 

 

 

Mobilization/demobilization of staff and families to/from site for the Project, including resettlement expenses and other approved elements of approved employment conditions

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Living allowances, associated taxes, and other allowances paid to project staff per approved employment conditions

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Statutory costs, taxes and other salary related burdens such as:

 

 

 

 

– annual leave loading

 

 

 

X

– workers’ compensation insurance premiums

 

 

 

X

– staff medical benefits

 

 

 

X

– other sickness, injury or health insurances

 

 

 

X

– staff superannuation or provident  fund payments

 

 

 

X

– payroll taxes

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

Fringe benefits and taxes applying to fringe benefits which are not directly related to a staff member’s engagement on a project

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

Costs associated with Project incurred in a permanently established WFI or Bechtel office: 

 

X

 

 

– facilities rate (covering office rental, operating costs, light and power, insurance, depreciation on furniture and fittings, etc.) based on square footage dedicated to Project

 

 

 

 

– reproduction costs (stationery, manuals, reports including covers purchased specifically for the project)

 

X

 

 

– communications (telephone, telex, fax, telegrams, postage, couriers, air freight, etc..)

 

X

 

 

– automation rate (covering computers, network, infrastructure, etc..) based on utilization dedicated to the Project

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Costs associated with any other office specifically established for the Project, including a Project office or Project support group located within a permanent WFI or Bechtel office

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Costs associated with the operation of site offices specifically established for the Project

 

X

 

 

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ITEM

 

COSTS DIRECTLY
RECOVERED ON
THE PROJECT AS
BILLED

 

COSTS INDIRECTLY
RECOVERED
THROUGH THE
HOURLY RATES

 

 

 

 

 

Business travel, accommodation, meals and other expenses allowed under  WFI or Bechtel  normal policies and incurred by staff directly engaged on the Project, including pre-employment interviews

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The billed cost of services provided by parent, subsidiary or related companies of  WFI or Bechtel  for services provided directly to the Project

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The cost of services provided by consultants or by parent, subsidiary or related companies of  WFI or Bechtel to the Project for its corporate activities (for example taxation, legal or accounting services)

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

The cost of all taxes, import duties, levies, excises and other imposts directly incurred by  WFI or Bechtel on Project related expenses

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The cost of renting or leasing machinery, equipment, tools or materials for use on the Project

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The cost of supply and delivery of all materials, equipment, or tools used on the Project

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The cost of all vehicles and items of fixed or mobile plant purchased or leased or rented for the Project

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The cost of CAD stations, proprietary software (except Dynamic Tracker), PCs, network elements designated for use on the Project at published automation rates (if applicable)

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The cost of copying, plan printing, microfilming, making of slides & transparencies directly for Project

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The cost of computing operations associated with the provision of services such as engineering design, project planning, and project controls (except Dynamic Tracker)

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The cost of and expenses related to obtaining permits, visas and registration of staff

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Project close-out report activities

 

X

 

 

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BECHTEL CORPORATION

EXHIBIT “C”

QUANTITIES, PRICING, DATA
AND

REVENUE SHARING

I.   INTRODUCTION

SUBCONTRACTOR will perform services of three primary types on the Project: (A) Dynamic Tracker; (B) Site Acquisition Services for overlay, collocation, rooftop and greenfield sites; and (C) Professional Services as described below.  Such services and any other services which may be agreed between the parties are referred to herein collectively as the “Services”. In addition to direct compensation for the Services, CONTRACTOR and SUBCONTRACTOR agree to share the profit or loss on the Project as provided herein.  Notwithstanding the agreement to share profit or loss on the Project as described herein, each party is and shall be considered an independent contractor as provided in Exhibit “A”, GC-1 to this subcontract.

A.   DYNAMIC TRACKER

SUBCONTRACTOR will be paid […***…] per Site for furnishing, supporting, maintaining, and modifying Dynamic Tracker pursuant to the scope of work set forth in Exhibit “D”, Section II.   SUBCONTRACTOR shall be entitled to invoice CONTRACTOR for the all-inclusive fixed amount per Site for the Dynamic Tracker Services according to the following market milestones:

 

Market Milestones as Defined in the Prime Contract

 

Share to be Invoiced

 

Dollars to be invoiced per Site

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Market Mobilization

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

50% of Sites in a Market Ready for Construction

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

50% of Sites in a Market achieve Construction Completion Acceptance

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

90% of Sites in a Market Ready for Construction

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

90% of Sites in a Market achieve Construction Completion Acceptance

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

100% of Sites in a Market achieve Acceptance

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

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B.        SITE ACQUISITION SERVICES

SUBCONTRACTOR will provide Site Acquisition Services for all sites released by OWNER to CONTRACTOR, including overlay, collocation, rooftop and greenfield sites (“Sites”).  The scope of such Site Acquisition Services is more fully described in Exhibit “D”, Section I.   SUBCONTRACTOR will be compensated for the Site Acquisition Services as set forth below.  In the event of cancellation of a Site, SUBCONTRACTOR will be entitled to Site Acquisition Services compensation in accordance with any agreement reached with the OWNER by CONTRACTOR for any milestones achieved with respect to such Site and such compensation shall be deemed SUBCONTRACTOR’S full compensation for such Site Acquisition Services with respect to any such cancelled Sites.

1.          Overlay Sites (Cingular Cases 1, 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E, and 4F, and additional cases as mutually agreed)

           For each Market released by OWNER, SUBCONTRACTOR shall be compensated at the […***…] for Site Acquisition Services for each overlay Site in such Market.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall be entitled to invoice for Site Acquisition Services for overlay Sites according to the following market milestones:

 

Market Milestones as Defined in the Prime Contract

 

Share to be Invoiced

 

Dollars to be invoiced per
Overlay Site

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Market Mobilization

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

50% of Sites in a Market Ready for Construction

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

50% of Sites in a Market achieve Construction Completion Acceptance

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

90% of Sites in a Market Ready for Construction

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

90% of Sites in a Market achieve Construction Completion Acceptance

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

100% of Sites in a Market achieve Acceptance

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

The base rate was established on the assumption that, on average, approximately 20% of the “indoor” Sites and 80% of the “outdoor” Sites will require lease amendments.  SUBCONTRACTOR will be entitled to this base rate regardless of whether the Sites are “indoor” or “outdoor” and without regard to the ultimate distribution between “indoor” or “outdoor” Sites.  In the event that substantively more than 20% of the indoor sites require lease amendments, CONTRACTOR agrees to work with the SUBCONTRACTOR to process a prime contract change order request with OWNER pursuant to GC-10 (Changes) of this subcontract, for an  equitable adjustment to the cell site unit prices reflecting such increase, and such adjustment will be passed on to SUBCONTRACTOR to the extent received from OWNER, as a base rate compensation change if, and only if OWNER approves the subject change order.

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2.          Greenfield or Raw Land Sites (Cingular Case 5A, and additional cases as mutually agreed)

For each Market released by OWNER, SUBCONTRACTOR shall be compensated at the […***…] for Site Acquisition Services for each Greenfield or raw land Site in such Market.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall be entitled to invoice for Site Acquisition Services for Greenfield or raw land Sites according to the following market milestones:

 

Market Milestones as Defined in the Prime Contract

 

Share to be Invoiced

 

Dollars to be invoiced per
Greenfield or raw land site

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Market Mobilization

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

50% of Sites in a Market Ready for Construction

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

50% of Sites in a Market achieve Construction Completion Acceptance

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

90% of Sites in a Market Ready for Construction

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

90% of Sites in a Market achieve Construction Completion Acceptance

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

100% of Sites in a Market achieve Acceptance

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

3.          Collocation and Rooftop Sites (OWNER Case 5B):

For each Market released by OWNER, SUBCONTRACTOR shall be compensated for Site Acquisition Services at a base rate to be determined for each collocation and rooftop Site in such Market. CONTRACTOR shall work with SUBCONTRACTOR to establish a base rate on a case-by-case basis.  For invoicing purposes only, […***…] per site shall be used until the actual base rate is established.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall be entitled to invoice for Site Acquisition Services for collocation and rooftop Sites according to the following market milestones:

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Market Milestones as Defined in the Prime Contract

 

Share to be Invoiced

 

Dollars to be invoiced (% of
applicable base rates per
collocation or rooftop site)

 

 

 

 

 

Market Mobilization

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

50% of Sites in a Market Ready for Construction

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

50% of Sites in a Market achieve Construction Completion Acceptance

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

90% of Sites in a Market Ready for Construction

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

90% of Sites in a Market achieve Construction Completion Acceptance

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

 

 

 

 

100% of Sites in a Market achieve Acceptance

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

C.        PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

SUBCONTRACTOR shall invoice monthly for “Professional Services” as defined in the Special Provisions section of this subcontract (excluding Dynamic Tracker and Site Acquisition Services) at the […***…], plus Other Direct Costs as provided in Exhibit B, Special Conditions Appendix B-2.

II. [...***...]

CONTRACTOR and SUBCONTRACTOR will [...***...], defined as follows:

The [...***...] shall equal the [...***...] from the [...***...] for the [...***...] all [...***...] and [...***...] for [...***...], and [...***...].  The [...***...] shall be [...***...] the [...***...] by the [...***...] of [...***...] by the [...***...] as defined by [...***...] to the [...***...].

The [...***...] will be [...***...] and [...***...] in accordance with the [...***...].  [...***...] will present the [...***...] available to [...***...] at each [...***...].

At least once per [...***...], and no later than [...***...], the [...***...] will [...***...] an [...***...] for [...***...] of any [...***...] to (or from) the [...***...].  [...***...] will be based on [...***...] and [...***...], with [...***...] for [...***...], and will be subject to approval of the [...***...].  Any [...***...] for [...***...] or [...***...] will be [...***...] by the [...***...] to make [...***...] hereunder within [...***...]

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[…***…] from the […***…].  A […***…] and […***…] shall be […***…] at the […***…].

Note: The […***…] addressed in […***…], sections […***…], shall not be […***…] as a […***…] the […***…]. The
[…***…] from […***…], sections […***…] shall be […***…] by the […***…] was […***…] and […***…] by […***…] in accordance with the […***…] of […***…]. All other […***…] by […***…] on […***…], including those for […***…], will be […***…] as […***…] in the […***…] in […***…] for the […***…].

Bechtel/WFI […***…] —Project […***…]

 

From

 

To

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

 

[…***…]

III.   SUBCONTRACT LIMITATION

In no event shall SUBCONTRACTOR’S total compensation under this subcontract exceed in the aggregate the total amount set forth below, unless a formal subcontract Change Order or Amendment is executed to increase the specified amount.

NOT-TO-EXCEED SUBCONTRACT VALUE:  […***…].

Actual reimbursement shall be limited to the cumulative value of CONTRACTOR approved charges in accordance with the above prescribed compensation elements, and the subcontract Value adjusted accordingly.

SUBCONTRACTOR and CONTRACTOR will jointly review the cumulative approved charges under the subcontract when they reach 85% of the NOT-TO-EXCEED VALUE, inclusive of any subsequent Change Orders / Amendments. CONTRACTOR and SUBCONTRACTOR will establish an estimate of the total funding required to complete all Work as identified and incorporated into the subcontract as of the date of the 85% notice. Additional funds will be added to address the requirements of the to-go work.

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CINGULAR-GSM SERVICES PROJECT

SITE ACQUISITION & DYNAMIC TRACKER SERVICES

EXHIBIT “D”

SCOPE OF WORK

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Table of Contents

Section Title

 

 

Page no.

1.0

 

Site Acquisition, Zoning, and Transport Services

3

2.0

 

New Build Scope of Work

3

3.0

 

Dynamic Tracker

4

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BECHTEL CORPORATION

CINGULAR WIRELESS LLC
PROJECT
TECHNICAL SERVICES SUBCONTRACT

EXHIBIT “D”

SCOPE OF WORK

1.0

 

SITE ACQUISITION, ZONING AND TRANSPORT SERVICES

 

 

 


1.1

 

 


OVERLAY SCOPE OF WORK

 

 

 

 

 

 

a.

 

Search Area Investigation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Not Required

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

b.

 

File Audit

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR will perform a site audit on all sites to determine the rights and obligations contained in the lease, as well as pre-existing zoning approvals. SUBCONTRACTOR will communicate the results of this search area via a pre-approved File Audit Form. In addition, SUBCONTRACTOR will acquire the following documents (from the Cingular  files provided):

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Existing drawings/easement (verification of legal access to site) /structural studies

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All FAA / FCC regulatory documents

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tower drawings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Leases

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zoning and building permits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If required, prepare application to tower owner

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

c.

 

 

Negotiate on behalf of OWNER lease or license agreement amendments with landlord.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

•                    Coordinate with CONTRACTOR any changes to standard lease or license agreement that exist with OWNER, including special access limitations, construction requirements or special requests by OWNER or any other pertinent information pertaining to the leasehold interest.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

    •

                  Coordinate and obtain owner approval for installation, as required.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

d.

Permitting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                    It is assumed that there will be no zoning activities of any kind required. Zoning will be awarded on a lump sum basis.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

File on behalf of OWNER for building and electrical permits if required and meet with permit department representing the jurisdiction to review standards, special construction requirements, submittal

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procedures, expediting procedures and fees. All permit application fees to be reimbursed by OWNER.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

e.

Transport

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Order of T1 (or drop-and-insert) Provisioning through the OWNER designated LEC and supply to OWNER the delivery date, order number and contact information.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Arrange an on site meeting with BST (or equivalent) facilities provider.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Field coordinate T1 installations. T1 to be connected to SIAD device.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Perform testing and acceptance of T-1s.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Connectand test new T-1s to SIAD device.  Existing T-1s cutover will be the responsibility of OWNER.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

f.

Documentation and Turnover

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Provide CONTRACTOR with documents for site completion and turnover packages which

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

     include the following:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Building permits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zoning approval documentation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lien releases

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Copies of lease documents

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Any other test data acquired during performance of the Services.


2.0

 


NEW BUILD SCOPE OF WORK

 

 

 

A.

 

 Pre-leasing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

i.

Search Area Investigation

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ii.

Visit each search area for the purpose of identifying and cataloging any viable candidate(s) described below.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

iii.

If co-location, acquire the following documentation from the tower owner or build to suit representative:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Existing drawings / easement (verification of legal access to site) / structural studies

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

All FAA / FCC Regulatory documents

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Tower drawings

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Leases

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Zoning and Building Permits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Coordinate and obtain owner approval for installation, as required.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

If required, prepare application to tower owner.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

iv.

Prioritize and submit up to three viable candidates per OWNER Search Area Request Form (SARF).  A complete Site Candidate Information Package (SCIP) will be completed for each candidate. A viable candidate meets the following criteria:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Meet or exceed RF design requirements

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Determine that the respective property owner(s) are interested in executing a long-term lease agreement.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Site can be reasonably zoned and permitted within the local jurisdiction for the intended purpose and within the proposed

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timeline (copy of zoning map and copies of applicable Telecommunication Ordinance pertaining to the site to be provided).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Site can be constructed with reasonable cost (per capital budget) and timeline (project schedule).

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Candidate prioritization based on all three disciplines — RF, Construction and Acquisition (leasing and zoning) for costs and timeline.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR will submit SCIP within 10 business days of SARF release. OWNER will submit to SUBCONTRACTOR preferred candidate within 3 business days of SCIP receipt.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B.

 

Leasing

 

 

 

 

 

 

i.

 

Acquire the following information/documents on the  preferred Candidate (as applicable):

 

 

 

 

 

 

ii.

 

Existing drawings/easement (verification of legal access to site) /structural studies

 

 

 

 

 

 

iii.

Deed, property tax records/confirm there is (are) no delinquent tax or tax liens on the property

 

 

 

 

 

 

iv.

Environmental statement/historical data

 

 

 

 

 

 

v.

Obtain Corporate Resolution (if a corporation), including Document of Resolution authorizing the transfer of land rights Authorizations, as required to submit for zoning and building permits

 

 

 

 

 

 

vi.

Coordinate and obtain owner approval for drive testing, as required

 

 

 

 

 

 

vii.

Obtain Entry and Testing Agreement signed by owner

 

 

 

 

 

 

viii.

Master License Agreement/Site License Acknowledgement, coordinate and track preparation through legal services, including filing all applications with the tower owners, etc. OWNER will be responsible for application fees incurred but not labor thereof.

 

 

 

 

 

 

ix.

Negotiate Lease or License Agreements for rooftops, municipal properties, etc.

 

 

 

 

 

 

x.

SUBCONTRACTOR will use best reasonable efforts to obtain draft leases within scheduled timeframes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

xi.

Coordinate with Legal Department any changes to Standard Lease or License Agreement, including special access limitations, construction requirements or special requests by OWNER or any other pertinent information pertaining to the leasehold interest. OWNER will use best and reasonable effort to review and return leases to SUBCONTRACTOR.

 

 

 

 

 

 

xii.

As OWNER’s agent, negotiate, coordinate and acquire all easements required for ingress/egress, utility routing and installation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

xiii.

Contact for access to site 7days/24hours.

 

 

 

 

 

 

xiv.

Coordination of Full Title Search and Title Commitment, including issuance of Policy.  Actual third party Title Search fees will be the responsibility of the OWNER.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

C.

 

GeoTechnical/Regulatory

 

 

 

 

 

 

i.

 

Perform a Phase I Environmental Analysis if existing analysis is older than 24 months.

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ii.

Perform a 10 Item NEPA checklist Study.

 

 

 

iii.

Perform an FCC authorized Environmental Assessment if mandated by checklist responses.

 

 

 

iv.

Perform a Soil Analysis if required.

 

 

 

v.

Perform any filings consistent with the Nationwide Programmatic Agreement for the Collocation of Wireless Antennas.

 

 

 

vi.

If new site, file an 854R Tower Registration through the OWNER Regulatory Department

 

 

 

vii.

If new site, prepare an application to the SHPO office through the OWNER Regulatory Department

 

 

 

 

 

 

D.

 

Permitting (optional)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

i.

Provide:

 

 

 

 

 

Zoning process required, including timeline and deliverable for each step.  Identify jurisdiction, hearing schedule, appeal process;

 

 

 

 

 

Photo simulations or mock display, as required;

 

 

 

 

 

Zoning package preparation and submittal — (copies of all documents to OWNER);

 

 

 

 

 

Attend all meetings and hearings required to obtain zoning and building permits;

 

 

 

 

 

Provide expert zoning testimony as required;

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ii.

File for building and electrical permits and meet with Permit Department representing the jurisdiction to review standards, special construction requirements, submittal procedures, expediting procedures and fees.

 

 

 

iii.

All permit application fees to be reimbursed by OWNER.

 

 

 

 

 

 

E.

 

Transport

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Order of T1 (or drop-and-insert) Provisioning through the OWNER designated LEC and supply to OWNER the delivery date, order number and contact information.

 

 

 

 

 

Arrange an on site meeting with BST (or equivalent) facilities provider.

 

 

 

 

 

Field coordinate T1 installations. T1 to be connected to SIAD device.

 

 

 

 

 

Perform testing and acceptance of T-1s.

 

 

 

 

 

Connect and test new T-1s to SIAD device.  Existing T-1s cutover will be the responsibility of OWNER.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

F.

Documentation and Turnover

 

 

 

Provide CONTRACTOR with documents for site completion and turnover packages which include the following:

 

 

 

 

Building permits

 

 

 

 

Zoning approval documentation

 

 

 

 

Lien releases

 

 

 

 

Copies of lease documents

 

 

 

 

Any other test data acquired during performance of the Services.

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          Dynamic Tracker

Dynamic Tracker™ Feature & Functionality

Dynamic Tracker™ is an online, project-tracking tool developed by SUBCONTRACTOR. The tool is accessible via the Internet and can be utilized by registered users. Dynamic Tracker™ is a proprietary tool of SUBCONTRACTOR.

A.            FUNCTIONALITY

1.          Node Structure & Navigation of the Application
The foundation of Dynamic TrackerÔ is based on the concept of nodes and parent/child relationships.  A node is a given record type.  For example, Site, Search Ring, Project, and Region are all nodes within Dynamic TrackerÔThese nodes are related through a system of parent/child relationships. For example, a Project is a parent of a Search Ring, meaning that a Search Ring is a child of a Project.  Similarly, a Search Ring is a parent of Site, meaning that a Site is a child of a Search Ring.  Based on the node structure of the application, there are three navigational orders available:

 

1.1.

 

Navigational Order, Option #1

 

 

1.1.1.

National Program

 

 

1.1.2.

Region

 

 

1.1.3.

Project/Market

 

 

1.1.4.

Cluster

 

 

1.1.5.

Search Ring

 

 

1.1.6.

Site

 

1.2.

 

Navigational Order, Option #2

 

 

1.2.1.

National Program

 

 

1.2.2.

Region

 

 

1.2.3.

Project/Market

 

 

1.2.4.

Cluster

 

 

1.2.5.

Site

 

1.3.

 

Navigational Order, Option #3

 

 

1.3.1.

National Program

 

 

1.3.2.

Region

 

 

1.3.3.

Project/Market

 

 

1.3.4.

Search Ring

 

 

1.3.5.

Site

2.          Data Tracking
Dynamic Tracker™ is designed to track the data typically collected as part of a design and deployment project.

 

2.1

Data Collection Structure

 

 

2.1.1.

               Tabs are used throughout the application as a way to organize the collection of data gathered. A variety of tabs can be created within each record type (e.g. Project, Search Ring, Site).  For example, within the Site level, tabs are used to create discipline specific screens for ‘RF Engineering’, ‘Leasing’, and ‘Zoning’.

 

 

2.1.2.

               Sections exist within each tab to separate information into logical topics.  For example, information . collected within the Leasing tab can be divided into sections for ‘Landlord Information,’ and ‘Site Contact Information’

 

 

2.1.3.

               Data Fields are utilized for organized data entry.  The following data input types are available:

 

 

 

2.1.3.1.

               Small Text Field

 

 

 

2.1.3.2.

               Large Text Field

 

 

 

2.1.3.3.

               Yes / No

 

 

 

2.1.3.4.

               File Attachment

 

 

 

2.1.3.5.

               Drop Down Menu, options can be defined

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2.2.

               Electronic Document Storage is available within each record type (e.g. Project, Search Ring, Site). Files, such as jpegs and MS Office, can be uploaded to designated data fields and downloaded by users with the permissions to do so. An average of [25] MB disk space is available per site, for up to a total of [412.5] GB for the  entire Genesis Project.  Additional storage space may be provided at an additional cost.

 

2.3.

               Notes can be posted within each record type (e.g. Project, Search Ring, Site). Notes retain a date, time, author, and placement stamp.  Notes can contain 250 words worth of text. The author of a note can choose to edit, delete, and/or email notes.

 

2.4.

               Contact lists can be created within each record type (e.g. Project, Search Ring, Site).  Registered users of the

 

2.5.

               Documents stored electronically can be downloaded and viewed in the file format they are created in.

 

2.6.

               A link is provided to each file electronically stored within Dynamic Tracker™.

3.               Scheduling
Dynamic Tracker™ offers a three-way approach to scheduling.  Users can create plans, or baselines for the project and individual sites, and then track the completion of milestones within a milestone summary.

 

3.1.

               Plans can be created within all node levels of the application.  Most typically, plans are created at the project and site level.  Plans are based on a finish to finish relationship between milestones.  For example, Milestone B is completed after Milestone A is completed.  The way to affect milestones dates in the plan is to change the plan date and/or duration of an earlier milestone.

 

 

3.1.1.

Components of a Plan

 

 

 

3.1.1.1.

          “Milestones”, as selected for the project are listed in chronological order.

 

 

 

3.1.1.2.

          “Prerequisites” can be selected for each milestone.  Milestones can have multiple prerequisites.

 

 

 

3.1.1.3.

          “Durations,” tracked in day increments, are set for each milestone and prerequisite relationship.

 

 

 

3.1.1.4.

          “Plan Dates” are triggered by the expected completion date of the first milestone and auto-calculates based on the durations set for each milestone prerequisite.

 

 

 

3.1.1.5.

          “Lock Date” option is available to maintain a date regardless of prerequisite relationships.

 

 

 

3.1.1.6.

          “Pay Point” option can be used to identify the monetary value of the completion of each milestone.

 

 

 

3.1.1.7.

          “Responsible” owner can be designated for each milestone.

 

 

 

3.1.1.8.

          “Cost” can be used be capture the estimated costs of each milestone.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3.1.2.

 

Plan Options

 

 

 

3.1.2.1.

          “Schedule Type” provides the option of choosing from a Normal (Monday to Friday) , Tight (Monday to Sunday), and Aggressive (Monday to Sunday, plus holidays) schedule.

 

 

 

3.1.2.2.

          “Copy Another Plan” gives users the option of using an existing plan and applying it to the current record.  Once a plan is copied, it can be edited and saved.  Revisions to the cloned plan will be lost if not saved explicitly.

 

 

 

3.1.2.3.

          “Add Milestones” can be utilized to insert additional milestones to the plan and determine the location of where they need to be placed in the chronological, comprehensive list of milestones.

 

 

 

3.1.2.4.

          “Re-Order Milestones” provides the ability to change the chronological order of the milestones.

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3.2.          Milestone Summary
The Milestone Summary tracks the completion of tasks compared to the plans, or baselines set for the project.  A Milestone Summary is available for each site and includes six columns of information.

3.2.1.

Components of the Milestone Summary

 

 

 

3.2.1.1.

          “Milestones”, as selected for the program, are listed in comprehensive, chronological order.

 

 

 

3.2.1.2.

          “Project Plan” reflects the baseline created for the entire project.

 

 

 

3.2.1.3.

          “Site Plan” reflects the baseline created for the specific site.

 

 

 

3.2.1.4.

          “Forecast,” based originally on the Site Plan, reflects the fluctuating schedule forecasts for each milestone.

 

 

 

3.2.1.5.

          “Actual” reflects the date of completion for each milestone.

 

 

 

3.2.1.6.

          “Variance Analysis” looks at the difference in days between the Site Plan and the Actual columns.  Where no date exists for an Actual, the Variance Analysis will look at the difference in days between the Site Plan and the Forecast column.  Positive numbers within the Variance Column indicate that the milestone was completed, or is forecasted for completion, ahead of the schedule as set in the Site Plan.  Negative numbers within the Variance Column indicate that the milestone was completed, or is forecasted for completion, behind schedule as set in the Site Plan.

 

 

3.2.2.

 

At-A-Glance Color Indicators

 

 

 

3.2.2.1.

          For Variance Analysis Column

 

 

 

Based on the stoplight approach, the variance column uses green and red colors to reflect status.  Green indicates that the milestone was, or is forecasted for completion, on or a head of schedule.  Red indicates that the milestone was, or is forecasted for completion, behind schedule.

 

 

 

3.2.2.2.

          For Forecast Column

 

 

 

Within the Forecast Column, the colors yellow and red are used to reflect the status of the forecast dates for each milestone.  A date highlighted in yellow indicates that that milestone is forecasted for completion within 7 days.  A date highlighted in red indicates that the milestone forecast date has come and gone and that the milestone needs to be re-forecasted.

4.          Reporting & Intelligence
Dynamic Tracker™ offers two types of reporting options; public and personal reports

 

4.1.

     Public Reports are created by a Dynamic Tracker™ Administrator and are made available to all users in a market, region, or nation, based on user permissions.  The following report types are available within the application:

 

 

 

4.1.1.          Single Record Reports

 

 

These reports include information of a single site and can display file attachments such as photographs, sketches, and maps.  An example of a single record report is a Site Candidate Information Package (SCIP).

 

 

4.1.2.          Multiple Record Reports

 

 

These reports include information of multiple sites, search rings, projects or regions.  Each record is represented in a row of data.  An example of a multiple record report is a Site Summary Report that looks at the milestone forecast and completion of all sites for a given project.

 

 

4.1.3.           Summary Roll Up Reports

 

 

These are analytical reports which summarize the total number of a given data field or milestone.  An example of a summary roll up report is a Milestone Forecast & Completion Report which includes looks at how many sites are forecasted and actualized for a variety of milestones within a given date range.

 

 

4.1.4.          Reports can include

 

 

 

 

4.1.4.1.          Site Latitude & Site Longitude Report

 

 

 

4.1.4.2.          Site Address & Directions Report

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4.1.4.3.          Site Milestone Summary Report

 

 

 

4.1.4.4.          Milestone Forecast & Completion Report

 

 

 

4.1.4.5.          Site Candidate Information Package (SCIP)

 

4.2.

     Personal Reports are custom queries created and saved by individual users utilizing the Report Wizard Tool.  Personal reports created are only available to the user who created it.   All personal reports are in the format of a multiple record report.

 

4.3.

     Reports can be run in HTML or exported to MS Excel.

5.          Reference Tools

 

5.1.

     Users can update their contact information including telephone, mobile, and fax number.

 

5.2.

     Users can change their passwords.

 

5.3.

     Reference Materials

 

 

5.3.1.

Reference Documents are posted online for download purpose.  These documents include manuals and tutorials.

 

5.4.

     The Site Map allows users to navigate to all records in the application to which they have been granted permissions.

 

5.5.

     Search Engine allows users to look up data according to specific data fields.

6.          User Permissions
Dynamic TrackerÔ has a flexible permission system that allows for distributive data entry.  Users can be assigned the ability to read and/or edit information down to each particular tab and each section within each tab.  If neither the ability to read or edit is assigned for a tab or a section, the user will not see that tab or section on their screen.  Additional permissions assigned for each user include the following options:

 

6.1.

 

Can user add child records?

 

Yes/No

 

6.2.

 

Can user create/modify plans

 

Yes/No

 

6.3.

 

Can user view regional plans

 

Yes/No

 

6.4.

 

Can user run reports?

 

Yes/No

 

6.5.

 

Can user use Report Wizard?

 

Yes/No

 

6.6.

 

Can user edit contact lists?

 

Yes/No

Dynamic Tracker™ will have login security procedures in place.  Users must be verified.

Beginning on April 30, 2002, Contractor will maintain virus protection on  Dynamic Tracker™ at all times.

7.          Administrative Tracking & Control

 

7.1.

          Date, Time, & Author Stamp for each record
Within each page, a history button can be clicked on to determine the data, time, and author of the last record update.

 

7.2.

          Login History by User, Login History by Date
A Dynamic Tracker
Ô Administrator is able to view the login history of each user, including the date and time of their login and from which location.  Login history can also be viewed by date.

8.          Software Requirements
Users must have Internet Explorer 5.0, or later, installed on their computers. Microsoft Excel, preferably 2000 or above, is required for exporting documents to Excel and running reports.

Dynamic Tracker™ currently operates optionally as a secured application using 40-bit SSL encryption.  OWNER is NOT required to access the tool through a secured channel (e.g., HTTPS), though that option is provided.

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Should more stringent security requirements be recognized, the use of optional 128-bit SSL encryption is possible and will be included upon request.  OWNER is responsible for ensuring the capability of its machine to communicate through the 128-bit SSL encryption.

Contractor will have the ability to import and export certain GSM project data to Dynamic Tracker™.  Such data import and export transfers may involve other software application platforms, including, but not limited to Documentum, MS Project, and MS Excel.  All such transfers of data between concurrent systems will be updated regularly as required for the project.  In connection herewith, Contractor and OWNER shall develop a mutually agreed upon process to ensure the timeliness, integrity and accuracy of data transferred between software platforms.

SUBCONTRACTOR is responsible for monitoring the connectivity of Dynamic Tracker™ to the Internet.

Infrastructure vendors (i.e. Ericsson, Nokia, and Siemens) will have the ability to import and export project data contained in their project management tools to Dynamic Tracker™.  All such transfers of data between concurrent systems will be updated regularly as required for the project. In connection herewith, Contractor and OWNER shall develop a mutually agreed upon process to ensure the timeliness, integrity and accuracy of data transferred between software platforms.

Contractor will ensure that the system maintains and uptime percentage of […***…]% in any 24 hour period, except for scheduled maintenance, and agrees to report this performance monthly during the Steering Committee meetings.

9.          Hardware Requirements
SUBCONTRACTOR will maintain the  Dynamic Tracker™ application server.

OWNER shall require that users use computing machines with the capability to support Internet Explorer 5.0, or later, preferably with a minimum of 128MB of RAM and a Pentium III processor or equivalent.

Additionally, all users must have a network connection to the Internet, preferably through a T1 or fractional T1 line.

10.          Planned Enhancements
At the request of OWNER, SUBCONTRACTOR has re-prioritized the development and production release date of the following previously planned enhancements to the tool.

 

10.1.

          The following items have been implemented within the application:

 

 

10.1.1.

          A cost column was added to Plans.  This allows for costs to be associated per milestone in the plan.

 

 

10.1.2.

          Indentation added to Plans to resemble the look of a work breakdown structure (WBS).

 

 

10.1.3.

          A new permission token was created that allows users to be given the ability to view the regional plan.

 

 

10.1.4.

          A section for creating tentative plans was created within the plan tab.  Tentative plans do not affect the current plan of record.  However, a user with the designated permissions can choose to replace the current plan of record with a tentative plan developed.

 

 

10.1.5.

          The ability to display variance analysis within reports has been created.

 

10.2.

          The following  items will be implemented by May 15, 2002:

 

 

10.2.1.

          Email Notification/Group Lists Upon Completion of Milestones

 

 

10.2.2.

          Gantt Charts will be added to Plans so that users can choose to view plan dates

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10.2.3.

          Up to 3 custom reports that include charts & graphs will be created; provided that OWNER provides the desired report formats to SUBCONTRACTOR no later than March 22nd.

11. Dynamic Tracker™ Training, User Support, & Configuration

11.1  Training
The Dynamic Tracker™ Support Team has designed and will implement a national training campaign in conjunction with the launch of the OWNER Genesis project.

 

 

11.1.1.    Training Team & Structure

 

 

     Dynamic Tracker™ trainers will be aligned with the regional structure of the Genesis project.

 

 

 

 

11.2  Audience

 

Dynamic Tracker™ training is comprehensive and will include a wide audience composed of OWNER, and its vendors, Contractor, and its vendors, and SUBCONTRACTOR representatives.

 

 

11.2.1     OWNER

 

 

     National, Regional, and Market staff will be invited to attend training events.

 

 

11.2.2      Partner, CONTRACTOR

 

 

     National, Regional, and Market staff, specific to the scope of work, will be invited to attend training events.  This will include primarily Project Management and Construction Management personnel.

 

 

11.2.3      Vendors

 

 

     National, Regional, and Market staff, specific to the scope of work, will be invited to attend training events.

 

 

11.2.4      SUBCONTRACTOR

 

 

National, Regional, and Market staff, specific to the scope of work, will be invited to attend training events.  This will include primarily Project Management and Site Acquisition personnel.

 

11.3   Training Types

 

Four types of training are available:

 

 

11.3.1      In-Person Training with Users Online

 

 

In-person, full day training is developed to introduce new users to all the features of the application, and includes hands-on training.  The travel and living expenses of the on-site trainer are included.

 

 

11.3.2      Video Conference Training with Users Online (where available)

 

 

This type of training is divided into three, 90-minute modules:

 

 

Module 1 General Overview & Interactive Online Training

 

 

Module 2 Managing Your Schedule

 

 

Module 3 Report Wizard

 

 

11.3.3      Teleconference Training with Users Online

 

 

Teleconference training is the ideal alternative for users in remote locations where travel may not be an option. This type of training is divided into three 90-minute modules:

 

 

Module 1 General Overview & Interactive Online Training

 

 

Module 2 Managing Your Schedule

 

 

Module 3 Report Wizard

 

 

11.3.4      Train the Trainer

 

 

It may be ideal to identify and train a regional or project lead to become a subject matter expert on Dynamic Tracker™ enabling the person to handle day to day training questions that fellow team members may have.

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11.3.5     Training Types Table

 

#

 

TRAINING TYPE

 

DESCRIPTION

 

Maximum #  OF PARTI-CIPANTS

 

TIME

1

 

In-Person Training

 

a

.General Dynamic Trackerä Presentation

 

20

 

7 Hours

 

 

 

 

b.

Online Demonstration of the Data Warehousing, Scheduling, and Reporting tools of the application.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

c.

Hands-on Training on Data Warehousing and Reporting for all participants.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

 

Video Conferencing with Users Online

 

a.

Brief General Dynamic Trackerä Presentation

 

10

 

3      Modules, 90 Minutes Each

 

 

 

 

b.

Online Demonstration of the Data Warehousing, Scheduling, and Reporting tools of the application.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

c.

Hands-on Training on Data Warehousing and Reporting for all participants.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

 

Teleconferencing with Users Online

 

a.

Brief General Dynamic Trackerä Presentation

 

15

 

3      Modules, 90 Minutes Each

 

 

 

 

b.

Online Demonstration of the Data Warehousing, Scheduling, and Reporting tools of the application.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

c.

Hands-on Training on Data Warehousing and Reporting for all participants.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

 

Train the Trainer

 

a.

In Depth, hands-on Training on Data Warehousing, Scheduling, and Reporting functions of the application. 

 

12

 

2 Days

 

 

 

 

b.

Review of FAQ’s

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

c.

This one time training will require all participants to meet in San Diego.

 

 

 

 

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11.4   Sample Course Agendas

 

 

 

 

 

11.4.1     Dynamic Trackerä In-Person Training

Typical Agenda

15 Minutes

Introductions

15 Minutes

Dynamic Tracker™ General Presentation (PPT)

60 Minutes

Live, Online Demo using the Demonstration Project intended to highlight the data warehousing, scheduling, and reporting features of Dynamic Tracker™.

15 Minutes

Break

120 Minutes

Interactive Session Intended for All Staff

 

Data Warehousing

 

Navigate Through the Application

 

From Project to Project

 

From Project to Search Rings

 

From Search Rings to Sites

 

Add Search Rings

 

Add Sites

 

Enter & Save Data

 

Post, Edit, and Delete Notes

 

Upload & Download Files

 

 

 

 

Scheduling

 

Brief overview of Project Plans, Site Plans, & Milestone Summary

 

 

 

 

 

Reporting

 

Run a variety of Public Reports

 

Create Custom Queries through the Report Wizard tool

 

 

 

Miscellaneous

 

Use of the Reference Bar

 

Edit Contact Information

 

Change Password

 

Impersonation

 

Search Engine

 

Use the Terminology Dictionary

 

Download Reference Materials

 

Submit Questions to the Help Desk

15 Minutes

Question & Answer Session

60 Minutes

Break

90 Minutes

Interactive Session Intended for Project Management Staff

 

Managing Your Schedule, In Depth

 

Creating Project and Site Plans

 

Manage site progress through the Milestone Summary

15 Minutes

Break

15 Minutes

Question & Answer

Total Time:

7 Hours

 

 

Materials/Equipment Needed

 

 

 

 

Online connectivity for multiple users (OWNER provided)

 

LCD Projector on-site (SUBCONTRACTOR provided)

 

Training materials will be provided (SUBCONTRACTOR provided)

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11.4.2     DT Video-Conferencing Training

 

 

 

 

Typical Agenda

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Module 1

General Overview & Interactive Online Demonstration

 

5 Minutes

Introductions

 

10 Minutes

Dynamic Tracker™ General Presentation

 

50 Minutes

Live, Online Demo using the Demonstration Project intended to highlight the data warehousing, scheduling, and reporting features of Dynamic Tracker™.

 

20Minutes

Interactive Session Intended for All Staff

 

 

Data Warehousing

 

 

Navigate Through the Application

 

 

 

 

–   From Project to Project

 

 

 

 

–   From Project to Search Rings

 

 

 

 

–   From Search Rings to Sites

 

 

Add Search Rings & Sites

 

 

Enter & Save Data

 

 

Post, Edit, and Delete Notes

 

 

Upload & Download Files

 

 

Scheduling

 

 

Brief overview of Project Plans, Site Plans, & Milestone Summary

 

 

Reporting

 

 

Run a variety of Public Reports

 

5 Minutes

Question & Answer

 

Total Time

90 Minutes

 

 

 

 

Module 2

Managing Your Schedule Tutorial

 

5 Minutes

Introductions

 

30 Minutes

Overview of Scheduling features of Dynamic Tracker™

 

50 Minutes

Interactive Session Intended for Project Management Staff

 

 

Creating Project and Site Plans

 

 

Manage site progress through the Milestone Summary

 

5 Minutes

Question & Answer

 

Total Time:

90 Minutes

 

 

 

 

Module 3

Report Wizard Tutorial

 

5 Minutes

Introductions

 

30 Minutes

Overview of Public & Personal Reports

 

50 Minutes

Interactive Session On Custom Query Creation Utilizing the Report Wizard Tool

 

5 Minutes

Question & Answer

 

Total Time:

90 Minutes

 

 

 

 

Materials/Equipment Needed

 

 

 

 

 

Users must be online to participate  (OWNER provided)

 

 

Users must have access to video-conferencing equipment (OWNER provided)

 

 

Training materials can be downloaded from the Dynamic Tracker™ web site

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11.4.3     DT Teleconferencing Training

 

Typical Agenda

 

 

 

 

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Module 1

General Overview & Interactive Online Demonstration

5 Minutes

Introductions

10 Minutes

Dynamic Tracker™ General Presentation

50 Minutes

Live, Online Demo using the Demonstration Project intended to highlight the data warehousing, scheduling, and reporting features of Dynamic Tracker™.

20Minutes

Interactive Session Intended for All Staff

 

Data Warehousing

 

Navigate Through the Application

 

 

 

–   From Project to Project

 

 

 

–   From Project to Search Rings

 

 

 

–   From Search Rings to Sites

 

Add Search Rings & Sites

 

Enter & Save Data

 

Post, Edit, and Delete Notes

 

Upload & Download Files

 

Scheduling

 

Brief overview of Project Plans, Site Plans, & Milestone Summary

 

Reporting

 

Run a variety of Public Report

5 Minutes

Question & Answer

Total Time

90 Minutes

 

 

Module 2

Managing Your Schedule Tutorial

5 Minutes

Introductions

30 Minutes

Overview of Scheduling features of Dynamic Tracker™

50 Minutes

Interactive Session Intended for Project Management Staff

 

Creating Project and Site Plans

 

Manage site progress through the Milestone Summary

5 Minutes

Question & Answer

Total Time:

90 Minutes

 

 

Module 3

Report Wizard Tutorial

5 Minutes

Introductions

30 Minutes

Overview of Public & Personal Reports

50 Minutes

Interactive Session On Custom Query Creation Utilizing the Report Wizard Tool

5 Minutes

Question & Answer

Total Time:

90 Minutes

 

 

Materials/Equipment Needed

 

Users must be online to participate (OWNER provided)

 

Users must be able to dial into the call (OWNER provided)

 

Training materials can be downloaded from the Dynamic Tracker™ web site

 

 

11.5

Training Goals

 

At the end of training, users should have a good working knowledge of the primary functions of Dynamic Tracker™.

 

 

11.5.1

Within Data Warehousing:

 

 

 

11.5.1.1

Navigate through the Application

 

 

 

11.5.1.2

View & Edit Data

 

 

 

11.5.1.3

Post & Email Notes

 

 

 

11.5.1.4

Upload & Download Files

 

 

 

11.5.1.5

View & Edit Contact Lists

 

 

11.5.2

Within Scheduling:

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11.5.2.1

Create & Edit Plans

 

 

 

11.5.2.2

Update Milestone Data

 

 

11.5.3

Within Reporting:

 

 

 

11.5.3.1

Run Public Single & Multiple Record Reports

 

 

 

11.5.3.2

Create Custom Queries Utilizing Report Wizard

 

 

11.5.4

Miscellaneous:

 

 

 

11.5.4.1

Utilize the Search Engine & Site Map Features

 

 

 

11.5.4.2

Download Reference Materials

 

 

 

11.5.4.3

Update Contact Information & Change Password

 

 

11.6

Training Materials

 

 

 

The Dynamic Tracker™ Support Team has developed a wide variety of training materials designed for first time users of the application. This includes a comprehensive but easy to follow Dynamic Tracker™ User Reference Manual, and topic specific tutorials.  The materials are compiled in the “Dynamic Tracker™ Training Materials” binder that will be distributed to all in-person training participants.  Video-Conference and Teleconference training participants will be able to download the training directly from Dynamic Tracker™.

 

 

 

 

 

 

11.6.1

Dynamic Tracker™ General Presentation

 

 

 

This presentation offers a broad introduction to Dynamic Tracker™ and includes a variety of screen shots.

 

 

 

 

 

 

11.6.2

Dynamic Tracker™ Introductory Brochure

 

 

 

This brochure highlights the main features of Dynamic Tracker™, includes sample screen shots, and covers the advantages of the tool.

 

 

 

 

 

 

11.6.3

Dynamic Tracker™ User Reference Manual, V. 2.5

 

 

 

This is a comprehensive guide to the data warehousing, scheduling, and reporting components of Dynamic Tracker™.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11.6.4

Managing Your Schedule Tutorial, V. 2.5

 

 

 

This file details the entire scheduling process available in Dynamic Tracker™, including the creation of Project & Site Plans, the tracking of the Milestone Summary, and the ability to run a variety milestone specific reports.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11.6.5

Report Wizard Tutorial, V 2.5

 

 

 

This is a step-by-step tutorial on how to run public reports, as well as how to create and run personal reports using the Report Wizard.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11.6.6

Electronic Document Storage Tutorial, V. 2.5

 

 

 

This is a step by step tutorial on how to upload and download files within the application.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11.6.7

Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

 

This document details a variety of frequently asked questions, divided by category.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

11.6.8

New User Information Sheet

 

 

 

This document is intended for first time users and orients them on how to log into Dynamic Tracker™, change their password, update their contact information, and download training materials.

 

 

 

 

 

11.7

 

Training Schedule

 

 

11.7.1

In-Person

 

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR will provide an average of  6, full day, in-person training sessions per region (7 total regions including HQ and National networks), for a

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total of 42 in-person training days nationwide.  The number of concurrent in-person training sessions is limited to three.  A notice of two weeks is required for scheduling an in-person training.

 

 

11.1.7.1

Requests for additional training sessions will be billed at $80.00/hour, plus travel and lodging expenses of the trainer.

 

 

11.1.8

Video Conference & Teleconference

 

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR will provide an average of 2 sets of 3 module videoconference and/or teleconference sessions per major market, for an approximate total of 80 complete sets of 3 module training sessions.  It will be at OWNERContractor’s discretion to choose from the 3 training modules, not to exceed a total of 240 modules.  A notice of one week is required for scheduling a video or teleconference session.

 

 

 

11.1.8.1

Requests for additional video conferencing and/or teleconferencing training sessions will be priced on a per module basis.

 

 

 

1.7.3

Train the Trainer

 

 

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR will provide 1 session of Train the Trainer with a maximum class size of 12.  All participants will meet in San Diego, CA for the two day training,

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Additional Train the Trainer sessions will be provided in San Diego at the request of the CONTRACTOR, will be billed at $80.00/hour, plus any other direct costs.

12 Support

 

The Dynamic Trackerä Support Team is composed of Dynamic Tracker™ Administrators (DTA’s) who are available to respond to user inquiries during the business hours of 8am to 8pm (EST/EDT) Monday to Friday. The Dynamic Trackerä Support Team is committed to responding and/or resolving standard requests within a 24 hour, working day time frame.

 

12.1

Business Hours Support

 

 

Users may submit requests through the following three options:

 

 

12.1.7

User Support Help Line 1-858-228-2600

 

 

12.1.8

Email: dynamictracker@SUBCONTRACTORnet.com

 

 

12.1.9

An On-line Ticket System will be implemented in future to track field reported issues.

 

12.2

After Hours Support

 

 

12.2.7

Requests that come in after hours will be prioritized for response and/or resolution each business morning (PST/PDT).

 

12.3

Software Defects

 

 

Software defects is defined as malfunctions of existing functionality within the application.  The Dynamic Trackerä Support Team will troubleshoot any and all bugs in the application reported by end users, and will escalate them as needed to the Dynamic Trackerä Development team for debugging.

 

 

 

 

 

Three support lines will be available during business hours.

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR agrees that the Dynamic Trackerä Support Team will maintain customer support metrics of:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A log of user calls and emails will be maintained, including the date and time of  contact with user, the issue reported, and date and time the issue was responded to, and the date and time the issue was resolved.

 

 

Prioritize trouble calls between priority 1, 2, and 3.

 

 

 

Priority 1 is Service affecting (i.e.  server is unavailable), a response and/or resolution will be provided within 1 hour

 

 

 

Priority 2 is also Service affecting, however less severe (- i.e. software defect), a response and/or resolution will be provided within 4 hours

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Priority 3 is everything else (i.e. request to set-up a new user), a response and/or resolution will be provided within 24 hours


 

SUBCONTRACTOR agrees that maintenance of the system will only take place during scheduled maintenance windows with advance notification to OWNER.

 

SUBCONTRACTOR also agrees that planned upgrades will be installed in a timely manner.

13 Configuration

 

Dynamic Tracker™ offers the unique ability to configure inputs and outputs based on the scope of work of each project/program.  Configuration is the process through which the OWNER customizes specific areas of the application.  One standard configuration will be done for the Genesis program.  Specifically, the configuration process will develop one template for how all regions, projects/markets, clusters, search rings, and sites will appear within the application, including the exact data fields and milestones.

 

The areas of the application that can be configured are as follows:

 

 

13.1

Data Warehousing

 

 

 

Tabs, sections, and data fields can be customized according to the project’s data tracking needs.

 

 

13.2

Plans

 

 

 

The list, chronological order, prerequisite relationships, and durations of milestones tracked can be customized.

 

 

13.3

Reports

 

 

 

Reports, based on the three formats available, can be customized for each project.


14

OWNER Requested Extensions

 

OWNER requested extensions will be addressed on a case by case basis as change orders to the Dynamic Tracker™ application as delivered.  Response to change orders will detail the scope and nature of services to be performed, and compensation for such rendered services SUBCONTRACTOR will include at no charge to OWNER a maximum of  200 hours of programming support to be used at OWNER’s discretion.  Assignment of rights to extensions will be determined in the licensing agreement. SUBCONTRACTOR agrees that these hours are exclusive of the projects as defined in Section III A. 10 Planned Enhancements of this Attachment.

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BECHTEL CORPORATION

CINGULAR WIRELESS LLC
PROJECT
EXHIBIT “B”
Appendix B-3

LICENSE AGREEMENT

This License Agreement (the “License”) between Wireless Facilities, Inc., a Delaware corporation (“SUBCONTRACTOR”), on behalf of itself and its Affiliates, and Bechtel Corporation (CONTACTOR) is made and entered into pursuant to the Technical Services Subcontract, made effective on February 8, 2002 between SUBCONTRACTOR and CONTRACTOR, as now or hereafter further supplemented, amended, and modified (herein, the “Subcontract”).  This License, in conjunction with the Subcontract Agreement, describes the terms and conditions under which SUBCONTRACTOR will provide to CONTRACTOR the license for the use of Dynamic TrackerTM as described in more detail herein.   The scope of the license rights granted herein is made in connection with the provisioning by CONTRACTOR to Cingular Wireless LLC (“CINGULAR”) of Services and Materials (including the substance of this License) for Cingular’s GSM overlay project as defined in that certain Master Contractor Agreement between Bechtel Corporation and Cingular dated February 8, 2002 (the “Master Agreement”).

1.

 

DEFINITIONS

 

 

 

a)

 

“Computer” means one central processing unit, single display and associated peripheral equipment, all at one location.

 

 

 

b)

 

“Dynamic TrackerTM” means a web-based, online, project-tracking tool developed by SUBCONTRACTOR a subcontractor named in the Master Agreement.

 

 

 

c)

 

“Intellectual Property Rights” means the intangible legal rights or interests evidenced by or embodied in (1) any idea, design, concept, technique, invention, discovery, or improvement, regardless of patentability, but including patents, patent applications, trade secrets, and know-how; (2) any work of authorship, regardless of copyrightability, but including copyrights and any moral rights recognized by law; and (3) any similar rights, in each case on a worldwide basis.

 

 

 

d)

 

“Internet Browser” shall be defined as Internet Explorer 5.0 with Java Script enabled.

 

 

 

e)

 

“User(s)” shall mean CONTRACTOR, its affiliates, employees, CINGULAR, its affiliates, employees and other contractors and/or vendors who will be providing materials and/or services relating to, resulting from, or arising out of the Materials and Services provided by CONTRACTOR under the Master Agreement.

 

 

 

2.

 

GRANT

 

 

 

a)

 

SUBCONTRACTOR grants this license to CONTRACTOR with the express right to transfer the use of its license rights granted in this License, in whole or in part, to CINGULAR for the use of Dynamic Tracker TM and the accompanying documentation subject to CONTRACTOR’S agreement to the terms and conditions as specified in this License. In connection with its grant of license, CONTRACTOR

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may use Dynamic Tracker TM only for the Users as defined in Section 1(e) above.  OTHERWISE, CONTRACTOR MAY NOT USE, COPY, MODIFY, SUBLICENSE OR TRANSFER DYNAMIC TRACKER TM, IN WHOLE OR IN PART, EXCEPT AS PROVIDED IN THIS LICENSE.  This License is provided on an as-is basis, without promise of update, correction, modification or enhancement, except as expressly provided for in Exhibit D-1 “Scope of Work for Software Support” of the Subcontract. Additionally, this License is provided to CONTRACTOR without any promise of technical or user support, except as expressly provided for in Exhibit D-1 “Scope of Work for Software Support” of the Subcontract.

 

 

 

b)

 

CONTRACTOR may use Dynamic Tracker TM at any of its locations and may allow Dynamic TrackerTM to be accessed by any of its Users who are so designated by CONTRACTOR or CINGULAR, using portable computers or off-site computers but such use shall constitute a designated user and be included in the number of Users authorized under this License.

 

 

 

c)

 

CONTRACTOR and CINGULAR may allow its Users to access Dynamic TrackerTM; provided that such use is authorized only during such time as said User is performing work or services for or in support of CINGULAR’S GSM overlay project as more specifically described in the Master Agreement (the “Project”), and CONTRACTOR has first provided to SUBCONTRACTOR such User’s written agreement to comply with the restrictions on use and disclosure set forth in this License, substantially in the form of Attachment E-1, which is attached hereto, for such Users which are not directly under contract to or otherwise furnished by CONTRACTOR or CINGULAR.  Each authorized contractor and/or vendor shall constitute a designated User.

 

 

 

3.

 

OWNERSHIP

 

 

 

a)

 

CONTRACTOR acknowledges that Dynamic Tracker TM and any and all associated documentation are SUBCONTRACTOR’S sole and exclusive property and nothing in this License shall convey an ownership right, in whole or in part, to CONTRACTOR.

 

 

 

b)

 

CONTRACTOR acknowledges that the text, software, images, graphics, messages, layout, design, and other content contained on Dynamic Tracker TM and the SUBCONTRACTOR website are proprietary to SUBCONTRACTOR.  CONTRACTOR further acknowledges that elements of Dynamic TrackerTM, including the content, are protected by trade dress, trademark, unfair competition, copyright and other laws and may not be displayed reformatted, reproduced, transmitted, distributed, disseminated, sold, published, or broadcast, in whole or in part, except as may be necessary for the use intended pursuant to this License.

 

 

 

4.

 

RESTRICTIONS ON USE

 

 

 

a)

 

Internal Use Only. CONTRACTOR will use Dynamic TrackerTM solely for its internal business purposes in conjunction with the . In accordance with the Master Agreement, consultants and contractors of CONTRACTOR and CINGULAR may also use Dynamic TrackerTM solely for CINGULAR’S internal business purposes; provided, however, that they have been designated as Users, informed of the restrictions on use, ownership, and confidentiality of Dynamic TrackerTM and have agreed in writing to hold Dynamic TrackerTM and its associated proprietary information in strict confidence and not to disclose such software and proprietary information to any third party in accordance with Section 2(d) above.

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b)

 

CONTRACTOR shall not upload, post, reproduce, or distribute any information, software, or other material protected by copyright or other Intellectual Property Rights of SUBCONTRACTOR without first obtaining SUBCONTRACTOR’S written permission.

 

 

 

c)

 

CONTRACTOR shall take reasonable measures to protect its own system and transmissions from viruses and agrees not to upload post, e-mail, or otherwise transmit any material that might contain viruses or any other computer code, files, or programs that might interrupt, limit, or interfere with the functionality of any computer software or hardware or telecom equipment.

 

 

 

d)

 

CONTRACTOR shall not use any portion of Dynamic Tracker TM or the SUBCONTRACTOR website to create, directly or indirectly, any database or other product directly competitive with Dynamic Tracker TM or SUBCONTRACTOR.

 

 

 

e)

 

CONTRACTOR shall not incorporate more than an insubstantial portion of Dynamic Tracker TM or the SUBCONTRACTOR website into any other database.

 

 

 

5.

 

USER SUPPORT

 

 

 

a)

 

SUBCONTRACTOR shall make personnel available to respond to User inquiries during the hours of 8am to 8pm (EST/EDT) Monday to Friday. SUBCONTRACT is committed to responding and/or resolving standard requests within a 24 hour, working day time frame except as otherwise may be except as expressly provided for in Exhibit D-1 “Scope of Work for Software Support” of the Subcontract.

 

 

 

b)

 

Software defects are defined as malfunctions of existing functionality within the application.  SUBCONTRACTOR will troubleshoot any and all bugs in the application reported by Users, and will escalate them as needed to the Dynamic TrackerTM development team for debugging.

 

 

 

c)

 

SUBCONTRACTOR has re-prioritized the development and production release date of previously planned enhancements to Dynamic Tracker TM.

 

 

 

All of the above fixes, upgrades and enhancements are more fully described in Exhibit D-1 “Scope of Work for Software Support” of the Subcontract.

 

6.

 

TRAINING

 

 

 

SUBCONTRACT shall, without charge, provide reasonable training and help modules based upon mutually agreed upon standards to enable Users to install, operate, use and maintain Dynamic Tracker TM as more fully described in Exhibit D-1 “Scope of Work for Software Support” of the Subcontract.

 

7.

 

TERM AND TERMINATION

 

 

 

a)

 

Term. The “Initial Term” of this License shall be from February 8, 2002 (the “Effective Date”) through February 7, 2005. After the Initial Term and upon mutual agreement of the parties, this License shall renew for two (2) consecutive one (1) year additional terms, unless the Master Agreement is terminated or cancelled sooner, pursuant to the terms of the Master Agreement, in which case this

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License shall also terminate or be cancelled at the same time as it is required to be cancelled under the Master Agreement.

 

 

 

b)

 

Expiration. This License will terminate automatically upon the end of the term of this License (or sooner, if cancelled or terminated as defined in Section 7(a) above) or the cessation of CINGULAR’S business without successor.

 

 

 

c)

 

Termination for Violation of Law. In addition to any other termination rights granted by this License, SUBCONTRACTOR may terminate this License immediately without liability upon written notice if:

 

 

 

i)

 

   SUBCONTRACTOR is notified or otherwise determines in good faith that CONTRACTOR is using Dynamic Tracker TM in furtherance of any activity which violates any law, rule, or regulation; or

 

 

 

ii)

 

   SUBCONTRACTOR, or its directors, stockholders, employees, or agents are made the subject of a criminal or civil action or investigation or are threatened by such action as a consequence of CONTRACTOR’S use of Dynamic Tracker TM.

 

 

 

d)

 

Effect of Termination: Upon expiration or prior termination of this License, CONTRACTOR will immediately discontinue using all services, all rights, privileges, and licenses granted hereunder shall immediately cease and CONTRACTOR shall have no further rights with regard to Dynamic TrackerTM.  Upon expiration or prior termination of this License, SUBCONTRACTOR will remove CONTRACTOR’S Dynamic Tracker TM data from its network server as of the termination date and will provide to CONTRACTOR a copy of such data in a non-tabulated text file or “csv” format, incapable of manipulation, and CONTRACTOR shall have no further access to the tool or its functions on SUBCONTRACTOR’S server.  SUBCONTRACTOR will keep an electronic copy of such data for archival purposes.

 

 

 

8.

 

PRICE AND PAYMENT

 

 

 

 

 

Payment. CONTRACTOR agrees to pay to SUBCONTRACTOR a license fee of Five Hundred Dollars ($500.00) per cell site released by CINGULAR for provisioning of CONTRACTOR’S Services and Materials under the Master Agreement.  SUBCONTRACTOR shall invoice CONTRACTOR for all license fees as more fully described in Exhibit C of the Subcontract.

 

 

 

9.

 

WARRANTY

 

 

 

a)

 

General Performance Warranty

 

 

 

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR warrants to CONTRACTOR that Dynamic Tracker TM as provided under this License shall operate in accordance with the features and functionality as more fully described in Exhibit D-1 “Scope of Work for Software Support” of the Subcontract, which is incorporated herein in its entirety for all purposes, for the term of this License (“Warranty Period”).

 

 

 

b)

 

Warranty of Software Integrity

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SUBCONTRACTOR warrants that the Software shall not include software traps, viruses, worms, trap doors, back doors or other means or functions which will detrimentally interfere with or otherwise adversely affect CONTRACTOR’S use of the Software or which will damage or destroy data or other property of CONTRACTOR.

 

 

 

c)

 

Warranty of Title and Noninfringement

 

 

 

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR warrants that it has full power and authority to grant the rights and licenses granted hereunder with respect to Dynamic Tracker TM, and neither the license or use as permitted hereunder will in any way constitute an infringement or other violation of any trademark, copyright, patent, trade secret or other intellectual property right of any third party. SUBCONTRACTOR further warrants that Dynamic Tracker TM licensed hereunder shall be free and clear of all claims, security interests, liens and encumbrances of any kind.

 

 

 

d)

 

Warranty for Year 2000

 

 

 

 

 

SUBCONTRACTOR warrants that all software delivered hereunder (i) will accurately record, store, process and display calendar dates falling on or after January 1, 2000, in the same manner, and with the same functionality as such software records, stores, processes and displays calendar dates falling on or before December 31, 1999; and (ii) shall include without limitation date data century recognition, calculations that accommodate same century and multicentury formulas and date values, and date data interface values that reflect the century.

 

 

 

e)

 

Correction of  Nonconforming or Defective Services

 

 

 

 

 

If SUBCONTRACTOR fails to meet the foregoing standards, SUBCONTRACTOR will, without additional compensation, promptly correct or revise any errors or deficiencies in the Work furnished hereunder, provided however, that CONTRACTOR shall have given written notice of such error or deficiency within thirty (30) days of its discovery (or as soon as practicable thereafter, but in no event later than the expiration of the warranty period set forth in Section 8 (a) above).

 

 

 

f)

 

Disclaimer of Warranty

 

 

 

 

 

Dynamic Tracker™ is licensed and SUBCONTRACTOR does not warrant that the functions contained in Dynamic Tracker TM will be uninterrupted, bug or error free. THE WARRANTIES IN THIS SECTION ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF ANY PRODUCT OR ITS DOCUMENTATION.  Correction of nonconformities, in the manner and for the period of time provided above, shall constitute fulfillment of all obligations of SUBCONTRACTOR, whether based on contract, tort, including negligence, strict liability or otherwise with respect to, or arising out of such Work as provided hereunder.

 

 

 

10.

 

PROTECTION AND SECURITY

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CONTRACTOR agrees to use the same standard of care to protect Dynamic TrackerTM as CONTRACTOR uses to protect its own similar confidential and proprietary information, but shall not use less then reasonable efforts and to take all reasonable steps to safeguard Dynamic TrackerTM to ensure that no unauthorized person shall have access thereto and that no unauthorized copy, publication, disclosure or distribution, in whole or in part, in any form shall be made.  CONTRACTOR acknowledges that Dynamic TrackerTM contains valuable, confidential information and trade secrets and that unauthorized use and/or copying are harmful to SUBCONTRACTOR.

 

11.

 

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

 

 

 

Under no circumstances shall either party or any of its affiliates, subcontractors or contractors providing or receiving software, equipment, materials or services under this License be liable to the other for consequential loss or damage, including but not limited to loss of use, loss of profits or revenues, cost of capital, loss of goodwill, and each party hereby releases the other and such affiliates, subcontractors, and contractors therefrom.

 

The releases from liability, limitations and apportionments of liability and exclusive remedy provisions expressed herein shall apply even in the event of the fault, negligence (in whole or in part), strict liability, breach of contract, or otherwise of the party released or whose liability is waived, disclaimed, limited, apportioned or fixed by such exclusive remedy provision, and shall extend to such party’s related or affiliated entities and its and their directors, officers, employees and agents.

 

It is intent of SUBCONTRACTOR and CONTRACTOR that, to the extent permitted by law, the remedies arising under this License Agreement are the sole and exclusive remedies of the parties for the obligations and liabilities arising out of or in connection with SUBCONTRACTOR’S Work or this License, notwithstanding additional remedies otherwise available at law or in equity.

 

12.

 

PUBLICITY

 

 

 

CONTRACTOR agrees that it will not, without the prior written permission of SUBCONTRACTOR:

 

a)

 

Use in advertising, publicity, packaging, labeling, or otherwise any trade name, trademark,  service mark, symbol, or any other identification or abbreviation, contraction or simulation thereof owned or used by SUBCONTRACTOR or any of its affiliates to identify any of CONTRACTOR’S products or services; or

 

 

 

b)

 

Represent, directly or indirectly, that Dynamic TrackerTM or any product(s) or service(s) of SUBCONTRACTOR is a product of CONTRACTOR or any of CONTRACTOR’S affiliates or is made in accordance with or utilizes any information or documentation of SUBCONTRACTOR or any of its affiliates.

 

 

 

13.

 

USE OF ACCESS DEVICES

 

 

 

Except for applications commonly known as Web Browser software, or other software applications formally approved by SUBCONTRACTOR in writing, CONTRACTOR agrees not use any software,

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program, applications, or any other device to access or log on to SUBCONTRACTOR’S computer systems, website, or proprietary software, or to automate the process of obtaining, downloading, transferring, or transmitting any market information or any other content to or from SUBCONTRACTOR’S computer systems, website, or proprietary software.

 

14.

 

SECURITY OF DATA TRANSMISSION AND STORAGE

 

 

 

Electronic communications through Dynamic TrackerTM may not be encrypted.  CONTRACTOR acknowledges that there is a risk that data including, but not limited to, electronic communications and personal and corporate data may be accessed by unauthorized third parties when communicated between CONTRACTOR and Dynamic Tracker TM or between CONTRACTOR and other parties.

 

15.

 

COOKIES

 

 

 

Some areas of Dynamic TrackerTM use and require that CONTRACTOR’S computer accept “cookies.”  Cookies are small text files that are stored on CONTRACTOR’S computer to keep track of settings or data for a particular website.  Cookies make it possible and easier for users of Dynamic TrackerTM to access and use certain areas of Dynamic TrackerTM.  If CONTRACTOR or any of its authorized users have disabled cookies from within the Internet Browser or are running third-party software that intercepts or deletes cookies, those users will not be able to visit certain areas of Dynamic TrackerTM.

 

16.

 

NO RIGHTS BY IMPLICATION

 

 

 

No rights with respect to Dynamic TrackerTM or any associated Intellectual Property Rights are granted or deemed granted, other than those rights expressly granted in this License.

 

17.

 

BINDING EFFECT

 

 

 

This License shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the successors and permitted assigns of both parties.  Neither party may assign its rights or obligations hereunder without the prior written consent of the other, except that an assignment made in connection with a party’s sale of substantially all of its assets or its acquisition of or merger into another company shall be permitted, provided that the assigning party promptly notifies the other party in writing of any such sale, acquisition or merger. The provisions set forth in this License are for the sole benefit of the parties and their successors and assigns, and they shall not be construed as conferring any rights on any other persons or entities.

 

18.

 

CHOICE OF LAW

 

 

 

Neither the Uniform Commercial Code nor UCITA shall govern this License.

 

19.

 

 USAGE OF DEFINITIONS

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Capitalized terms used in this License and not defined herein are used as defined in the Subcontract, except for definitions appearing in or modified by this License.  Definitions that conflict with the definitions set forth in the Subcontract shall have the meaning set forth herein.

 

20.

 

INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE

 

 

 

This License is subject to all the terms, conditions, and provisions of the Subcontract, except for the terms, conditions, and provisions appearing in or modified by this License.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this License has been executed by the duly authorized representatives of each party, as of the Effective Date.

Bechtel Corporation

Wireless Facilities, Inc.

 

 

By:

By:

 

 


 

 


Name:

Lester Hurst

Name:

Masood Tayebi

 


 

 


Title:

Principal Vice President

Title:

CEO

 


 

 


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Appendix B-3 Attachment 1

CONTRACTOR/VENDOR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

[Name of contractor or vendor], while performing services for Cingular Wireless LLC (“Cingular”) related to the deployment of wireless telecommunications networks, is permitted to use Dynamic Tracker™, a proprietary tool developed and owned by Wireless Facilities, Inc. and licensed to Bechtel Corporation (“Contractor”), but only in accordance with the following conditions.  ______________

[Name of contractor or vendor]:

 

1.

 

Acknowledges that Dynamic Tracker TM and any and all associated documentation are licensed to Contractor and nothing in this License shall convey an ownership right to it, in whole or in part;

 

 

 

 

 

2.

 

Acknowledges that the information, data, text, software, images, graphics, messages, layout, design, and other content contained on Dynamic Tracker and the website are proprietary and are provided solely in accordance with Contractor’s rights of use, and that elements of Dynamic Tracker TM, including the content, are protected by trade dress, trademark, unfair competition, copyright and other laws and may not be displayed reformatted, reproduced, transmitted, distributed, disseminated, sold, published, or broadcast, in whole or in part;

 

 

 

 

 

3.

 

Shall not upload, post, reproduce, or distribute any information, software, or other material protected by copyright or other intellectual property rights;

 

 

 

 

 

4.

 

Shall take reasonable measures to protect its own system and transmissions from viruses and further agrees not to upload post, e-mail, or otherwise transmit any material that might contain viruses or any other computer code, files, or programs which might interrupt, limit, or interfere with the functionality of any computer software or hardware or telecommunications equipment; and

 

 

 

 

 

5.

 

Shall not use any portion of Dynamic Tracker TM or the website to create, directly or indirectly, any database or other product directly competitive with Dynamic TrackerTM.

 

Signed: 

 

 


 

Contractor Name:

 

 


 

Date:

 

 


 

 

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Prepared by R.R. Donnelley Financial -- Agreement between WFI and Terry Ashwill

 

Exhibit 10.2

AGREEMENT BETWEEN WIRELESS FACILITIES, INC. AND TERRY M. ASHWILL

This Agreement is entered into as of April1, 2002 (the “Effective Date”) by and between Wireless Facilities, Inc. (“WFI”) and Terry M. Ashwill (“TMA”).

I.

 

WFI has provided TMA a non-interest bearing loan in the amount of Two Hundred Sixty Five Thousand Dollars ($265,000).

 

 

 

II.

 

Commencing May 1, 2002, WFI shall forgive one-twelfth (1/12) of the principal loan amount and any related liabilities per month over the next twelve months.

 

 

 

III.

 

If TMA ceases to be an employee of WFI for any reason other than voluntary termination, the full amount of the outstanding loan shall be forgiven in full.

 

 

 

IV.

 

WFI agrees to grant TMA Ninety Thousand (90,000) new stock options in addition to those stock options that shall be granted to TMA under the April 30, 2002 Executive Stock Option Grant Program.  The additional 90,000 stock options shall vest monthly over forty-eight months.  Other than vesting, the additional 90,000 stock options shall be granted to TMA in accordance with the terms set forth in said Executive Stock Option Grant Program.

 

 

 

V.

 

WFI and TMA agree that TMA will not receive any other compensation related awards other than base salary, if appropriate, for one calendar from the effective date.

 

 

 

VI.

 

If any part of this Agreement shall be held invalid or unenforceable, then the remaining portions of that provision and the remainder of the Agreement shall be construed as if not containing the particular invalid or unenforceable provision or portion thereof, and the rights and obligations of WFI and TMA shall be construed and enforced accordingly.

 

 

 

VII.

 

The Agreement shall be interpreted and enforced under the laws of the State of California.

WIRELESS FACILITIES, INC.

By:

    /s/ Masood K Tayebi, Ph.D.

 

By:

    /s/ Terry M. Ashwill

 


 

 


Masood K. Tayebi, Ph.D.

 

    Terry M. Ashwill

CEO/Chairman of the Board.

 

 

 

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Prepared by R.R. Donnelley Financial -- Certification

Exhibit 99.1

CERTIFICATION

         Pursuant to Section 906 of the Corporate Fraud Accountability Act of 2002 (18 U.S.C.§ 1350, as adopted), Masood K. Tayebi, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer of Wireless Facilities, Inc. (the “Company”), and Terry Ashwill, Chief Financial Officer of the Company, each hereby certify that, to the best of their knowledge:

1.         The Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2002, and to which this Certification is attached as Exhibit 99.1 (the “Periodic Report”), fully complies with the requirements of Section 13(a) or Section 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, and

2.         The information contained in the Periodic Report fairly presents, in all material respects, the financial condition and results of operations of the Company.

      IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned have set their hands hereto as of the 13th day of August, 2002.

 

/s/ MASOOD K. TAYEBI, PH.D.

 


 

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

 

 

 

/s/ TERRY ASHWILL

 


CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER