*** PLEASE NOTE - There will be $200 rescheduling fee if job is not ready upon arrival.

Techno Metal Post Alaska LLC (“TMP AK”) offers the opportunity for our Licensed Contractors (“Customer”) to receive a discount on our pier installations. It is the Customer’s responsibility to prepare ahead of our arrival for our work. We happily offer our professional customers a lower price based on the assumption that they are ready for us and have planned ahead to allow us a more efficient installation. The discount is also contingent on a timely NET 15 payment from invoice date. If payments are made later than NET 15, the discount for all piers is revoked and the job is charged at full price (no exceptions).

The “Contractors Discount” is dependent on the Licensed Contractor fulfilling all the terms of this agreement in its entirety as outlined below.   This agreement is meant to be in effect for the current year and is  applicable to all jobs completed during the year.

Contractor/Customer Responsibilities

1. Please fill out a “Installation Request” on our website. No work can be scheduled until we receive the completed request via the online form.
2. Design and engineering to be done by the Customer’s engineer (if applicable). TMP AK can refer you to an engineer if needed.
3. Customer to provide building loads per pier, which allows TMP AK to install the piers to proper depths suitable for supporting the future structure.
4. Customer to prepare and adequately plan for lateral stability of the future structure.  TMP AK has no  ability to know the lateral stability of the soils surrounding the piers or the future structure. Lateral  support can be easily attained through several methods as described in “TMP AK Lateral Bracing Options” information sheet.
5. All needed permits for the project (if applicable). TMP AK will provide you with the information for permit submittal with MOA or Building Department before the project starts if needed. We highly suggest speaking with us before submitting for MOA/Building Department permits as we may likely save you time and money. Please provide TMP AK the approved permit for review before we arrive to the job.
6. Site preparation completed before our arrival; including but not limited to removal of any trees, brush piles and/or surface obstruction that would interfere with pier installation; including surface water or frozen soil. This includes lumber drops, trash piles and small obstructions such as pet waste and nails.
7. Accessibility of TMP installation equipment to the site location. TMP AK must be notified before installation if work site is more than 150’ from access for our truck/trailer. A clear path must be provided from street to work area. This includes snow, curbs and access for our trucks and trailer.
8. All layout and height benchmarks for the pier locations are determined prior to our arrival on the jobsite. Please mark pier location to center of pier. A batter board layout is preferred for more complex layouts and strings should be offset at least 6” from center of pier. There is an extra charge to have TMP AK do the layout.
9. All inspections; including any and all as required by city building departments, code, bank or engineers.
10. General job site security and safety (snow removal, sanding for ice, etc).

Utilities

Customer acknowledges that TMP AK’s work entails drilling deep below the surface of the ground and the Customer hereby accepts their duty to ensure all service utilities (including but not limited to: electric, gas, water, phone, cable and sewer) are correctly located and clearly marked on job site prior to commencement of work.

TMP AK is ultimately responsible to call for utility locates before the project begins. TMP AK must be provided accurate and complete information on its “Installation Request Form” to successfully do that. If TMP AK is not given the accurate information to call for utility locates, the job may be rescheduled and rescheduling fees will apply.

TMP AK requires that the Customer calls 811 for utility locates during the planning phase of the work to ensure that any utility conflicts are resolved before TMP AK arrives to complete the project. When calling 811 inform dispatch operator that you are calling “for project feasibility / planning purposes”. Please make sure that the desired pile locations are a minimum of 30” from all marked utilities.

Customer agrees to assume sole and absolute liability for any damage, loss or harm that may result from incorrectly or inadequately marked utilities and further covenants with the contractor to indemnify and save him harmless from all liability, damages, costs and suits or actions of any nature whatsoever suffered by or claimed against the TMP AK which may result from his work having caused damage to service utilities and/or harm to persons or property due to Customer’s breach of duty to have service utilities marked on the job site.

The Anchorage Water and Wastewater Utility may not come out and physically locate water or sewer lines in Anchorage. They will provide you (upon request) a copy of the ‘as built’ showing approximate locations of water and sewer utilities, by emailing AWWU “Connect Cards” can be requested by emailing AWWUFieldServices@awwu.biz

It is the customer’s responsibility to determine the locations of these by the drawings or hiring an independent locating service prior to our work commencing.

Engineering

Customer acknowledges that TMP AK does not hold expertise in engineering and/or building design. TMP AK may offer advice or assistance on pile location and loads, but this advice is not substituted for professional engineering services. TMP AK will be able to validate and communicate bearing load values at the time of installation, but TMP AK will never know or predict lateral loading conditions on any installed pile. The owner recognizes and accepts that lateral stability of the pile is a direct result of soil conditions and building construction. Owner agrees to address and plan for lateral strength of the structure in their plans. TMP AK can offer lateral bracing and pile solutions at an additional cost as directed by the Owner.

Site conditions

TMP AK’s pricing model is based on installation performed under normal site and soil conditions. We reserve the right to stop work if unforeseen conditions are encountered during work and work shall not resume until and unless the parties agree to additional terms. We reserve the right to charge for “waiting time” ($75.00 PHR) or to revert to our retail pricing if the jobsite is not ready (as detailed above) for our installers when we arrive. This is determined wholly on our discretion, based on the ability of our installers to commence work immediately upon arrival to the Customer’s job site. The installer’s work should be able to be completed non-stop free of interruptions, stoppages and delays.

General Conditions / Expectations for Work Site

1. TMP AK’s agreement assumes normal soil and drilling conditions as described in the project soils report or information and does not include any jackhammering, excavation, drilling and/or pinning to rock.
2. TMP AK does everything possible to get each pile with in 1” of the layout. The Owner accepts that conditions may not allow for exact placement of each pier. TMP AK will work with the Owner when obstructions prevent piles from being 1” with in layout.
3. Frozen soils may require thawing. TMP AK has the ability to thaw most soils up to 24” depths for no additional charge. The Customer must notify TMP AK if frozen soils are present when scheduling the work.
4. TMP AK’s pricing and agreement does not include the removal of any obstructions (rocks, stumps, buried debris) that would interfere with the installation of the Techno Metal Post at any depth.
5. Maximum ground slopes less than or equal to 20% (11.3°) grade. Any excess ground slopes may incur additional charges and TMP AK should be notified when scheduling the work.
6. Normal site access. Any costs associated with accessing the site such as ramping or mechanical lifting of the Techno Metal Post drill rig to gain access to the site will be supplied and paid for by the Customer. If these conditions exist, TMP AK should be notified in advance.
7. TMP AK can provide small ramps to access locations lower than 30” free of charge if notified in advance and a photo of the job site is provided.
8. TMP AK can provide larger 14’ ramps to access locations higher than 30” above grade. There is a $250 charge for this additional labor in accessing the job site.
9. Working on or near existing structures. The Customer must ensure the existing structure/deck is suitable to hold the weight of the installation machine and withstand the movements from the installation.
10. Inadequate structures will require approved bracing before the equipment is put on them. When working under overhead obstructions TMP AK requires a minimum 8’ clearance unless notified ahead of installation. Please notify and discuss any work on/near existing structures when scheduling the work.
11. The customer is also responsible for confirming that their desired pier locations do not conflict with utility locations, and maintain all utility markings for the TMP installer to view; photographs showing “no utilities” markings are acceptable.   If markings are disturbed or covered by snow, TMP AK reserves the right to   cancel and re-schedule the work. If pile locations are not clear of utility locates TMP AK reserves the right to reschedule the work and charge a separate trip fee of $250.
12. If installation will occur above an existing driveway or other areas that may include rock fill, TMP AK must be notified when scheduling the work. This includes any frozen rock, gravel and / or “pit run”.
13. For sites where the Techno Metal Posts cannot be installed due to bedrock, shale, hardpan, boulders, or other obstructions that have not been identified in the project soils report or are unknown to exist; a lump sum cost for mobilization and demobilization will be charged at an agreed upon price between TMP AK   and the Customer; but at a minimum of $250.00.

Payment Terms

TMP AK’s Retail Pricing is found on our website. TMP AK will extend a $50 per pile “contractors discount” on the P1 and P2 piles. The P3 (or larger) piers will be discounted at 10% when installing 10 or more piers concurrently. All discounts offered are contingent on all the terms of this agreement being met.

1. Deposits may be required for larger jobs, travel, engineering and special order or shipping of materials.
2. TMP AK extends a ‘NET 15’ payment term from the date of invoice for our contractor customers. TMP AK is a not a bank, we operate on cash just like every business and rely on prompt payment to purchase materials and pay our employees. Payments received after 15 days of invoicing will be considered late and TMP AK   will void any contractor’s discount and revert to our regular retail pricing.
3. TMP AK does not accept credit card payments when offering contractor discounts.
4. TMP AK requires all balances paid by the Customer and should not be paid by any of the Customer’s clients.
5. If required, TMP AK will issue a signed waiver of lien or bond rights only after final payment has been received.
6. Any additional costs incurred on the job will be invoiced after the work has been completed.
7. Unpaid balances of 30 days will be charged a onetime late $150 late fee and may be subject to a 3% monthly finance charge 30 days from invoice date. TMP AK reserves the right to file liens for non-payment at any time and bill Customer for any costs involved in receiving payment. The Customer will be liable for “full and reasonable attorney’s fees should a collection suit or other action be found necessary”.

Liability

1. TMP AK shall be held harmless from any liability and assumes no responsibility for damages due to zoning infringements, easements, setbacks, covenants or any other site/building requirements. Customer is responsible for contacting utilities, local, state or federal agencies before work is scheduled if required.
2. The Customer acknowledges that TMP AK does not hold expertise in engineering and/or building design. TMP AK may offer advice or assistance on pier locations and loads, but this advice is not a substitute for professional engineering services.
3. If TMP AK is working on, in or near any structures, the Customer assumes full liability for any damage of the structures incurred when completing our installation. When installing near walls, windows, wood posts or other structures the Customer should assume and prepare for some contact between the installation machine and the structure. TMP AK will put the piers as close as possible to existing structures provided they are protected by the Customer before arriving. If our equipment is entering the work site through doors, gates or other openings, it is the Customer’s responsibility to protect these openings.
4. Upon completion the Customer must verify accept the positioning of the installed piers and brackets before the installer leaves the jobsite. During the installation the installer will contact the Customer if any post is +1.5” off layout (in any direction) and work with the Customer on a remedy. TMP AK will cut piers within 1/4” of provided height benchmark. If the Customer is not present at completion of the work to approve the pier positioning, by default, they accept pier locations.
5. The Customer must maintain a minimum clearance of 6” between posts or beams to protect the structure from coming into contact with expanding soils during winter. Any connections between the ground and structures supported by our piers must be designed in a way that the heaving soils do not affect the piles. Deck stairs that land on the ground need to be designed in a way that they can move freely with the heaving ground and not affect the structure that they are attached to.
6. TMP AK reserves the right to make the final decision regarding the final depth of the posts based on the desired bearing/structure requirements by adding extensions and installing into deeper soils. The Customer understands that the extensions used below grade or above grade are provided at an additional cost:

• P1 - $10 per lineal foot used – minimum 2 FT ($20) per welded union.
• P2 - $20 per lineal foot used – minimum 2 FT ($40) per welded union.
• P3 - $30 per lineal foot used – minimum 2 FT ($60) per welded union.
• P4 - $40 per lineal foot used – minimum 2 FT ($80) per welded union.

Exclusions

If required, an additional cost will be incurred for the following:

1. Additional bonding
2. Naming of any additional insured on all TMP AK insurance policies, or a waiver of subrogation
3. Engineering
4. Layout
5. Rescheduling

Customer / Owner Responsibilities

1. Design and engineering to be done by the Customer’s engineer (if applicable). TMP AK can refer you to an engineer if needed.
2. Customer to provide building loads per pier, which allows TMP AK to install the piers to proper depths suitable for supporting the future structure.
3. Customer to prepare and adequately plan for lateral stability of the future structure. TMP AK has no ability to know the lateral stability of the soils surrounding the piers or the future structure. Lateral support can be easily attained through several methods as described in “TMP AK Lateral Bracing Options” information sheet.
4. All permits for the project (if applicable). TMP AK will provide you with the information for permit submittal with MOA or Building Department before the project starts if needed. We highly suggest speaking with us before submitting for MOA/Building Department permits as we may likely save you time and money. Please provide TMP AK the approved permit for review before we arrive to the job.
5. Site preparation completed before our arrival; including but not limited to removal of any trees, brush piles and/or surface obstruction that would interfere with pier installation; including surface water or frozen soil. This includes lumber drops, trash piles and small obstructions such as pet waste and nails.
6. Accessibility of TMP installation equipment to the site location. TMP AK must be notified before installation if work site is more than 150’ from access for our truck/trailer. A clear path must be provided from street to work area. This includes snow, curbs and access for our trucks and trailer.
7. All layout and height benchmarks for the pier locations are determined prior to our arrival on    the jobsite. Please mark pier location to center of pier. A batter board layout is preferred for more complex layouts and strings should be offset at least 6” from center of pier. There is an extra charge to have TMP AK do the layout.
8. All inspections; including any and all as required by city building departments, code, bank or engineers.
9. General job site security and safety (snow removal, sanding for ice, etc).

Utilities

Customer acknowledges that TMP AK’s work entails drilling deep below the surface of the ground and the Customer hereby accepts their duty to ensure all service utilities (including but not limited to: electric, gas, water, phone, cable and sewer) are correctly located and clearly marked on job site prior to commencement of work.

TMP AK is ultimately responsible to call for utility locates before the project begins. TMP AK must be provided accurate and complete information on its “Installation Request Form” to successfully do that. If TMP AK is not given the accurate information to call for utility locates, the job may be rescheduled and rescheduling fees will apply.

TMP AK requires that the Customer calls 811 for utility locates during the planning phase of the work to ensure that any utility conflicts are resolved before TMP AK arrives to complete the project. When calling 811 inform dispatch operator that you are calling “for project feasibility / planning purposes”. Please make sure that the desired pile locations are a minimum of 30” from all marked utilities.

Customer agrees to assume sole and absolute liability for any damage, loss or harm that may result from incorrectly or inadequately marked utilities and further covenants with the contractor to indemnify and save him harmless from all liability, damages, costs and suits or actions of any nature whatsoever suffered by or claimed against the TMP AK which may result from his work having caused damage to service utilities and/or harm to persons or property due to Customer’s breach of duty to have service utilities marked on the job site.

The Anchorage Water and Wastewater Utility may not come out and physically locate water or sewer lines in Anchorage. They will provide you (upon request) a copy of the ‘as built’ showing approximate locations of water and sewer utilities, by emailing AWWU “Connect Cards” can be requested by emailing AWWUFieldServices@awwu.biz

It is the customer’s responsibility to determine the locations of these by the drawings or hiring an independent locating service prior to our work commencing.

Engineering

Customer acknowledges that TMP AK does not hold expertise in engineering and/or building design. TMP AK may offer advice or assistance on pile location and loads, but this advice is not substituted for professional engineering services. TMP AK will be able to validate and communicate bearing load values at the time of installation, but TMP AK will never know or predict lateral loading conditions on any installed pile. The owner recognizes and accepts that lateral stability of the pile is a direct result of soil conditions and building construction. Owner agrees to address and plan for lateral strength of the structure in their plans. TMP AK can offer lateral bracing and pile solutions at an additional cost as directed by the Owner.

Site conditions

TMP AK’s pricing model is based on installation performed under normal site and soil conditions. We reserve  the right to stop work if unforeseen conditions are encountered during work and work shall not resume until and unless the parties agree to additional terms. We reserve the right to charge for “waiting time” ($75.00 PHR) if the jobsite is not ready (as detailed above) for our installers when we arrive. This is determined wholly on our discretion, based on the ability of our installers to commence work immediately upon arrival to the Customer’s

job site. The installer’s work should be able to be completed non-stop free of interruptions, stoppages and delays.

General Conditions/Expectations for Work Site:

1. TMP AK’s agreement assumes normal soil and drilling conditions as described in the project soils report and does not include any jackhammering, excavation, drilling and/or pinning to rock.
2. TMP AK does everything possible to get each pile with in 1” of the layout. The Owner accepts that conditions may not allow for exact placement of each pier. TMP AK will work with the Owner when obstructions prevent piles from being 1” with in layout.
3. Frozen soils may require thawing. TMP AK has the ability to thaw most soils up to 24” depths. The Customer must notify TMP AK if frozen soils are present when scheduling the work. If frozen “pit run” is present we will not be able to install the piers and must be notified of this.
4. TMP AK’s pricing and agreement does not include the removal of any above or below grade obstructions (rocks, stumps, trash, buried debris) that would interfere with the installation of the Techno Metal Post.
5. Maximum ground slopes less than or equal to 20% (11.3°) grade. Any excess ground slopes may incur additional charges and TMP AK should be notified when scheduling the work.
6. Normal site access. Any costs associated with accessing the site such as ramping or mechanical lifting of the Techno Metal Post drill rig to gain access to the site will be supplied and paid for by the Customer. All snow and ice should be cleared providing access to the job for our vehicles and equipment.
   • TMP AK can provide small ramps to access locations lower than 30” free of charge if notified in advance and a photo of the job site is provided.
   • TMP AK can provide larger 14’ ramps to access locations higher than 30” above grade. There is a $250 charge for this additional labor in accessing the job site.
7. Working on or near existing structures. The Customer must ensure the existing structure/deck is suitable to hold the weight of the installation machine and withstand the movements from the installation. Inadequate structures will require approved bracing before the equipment is put on them. When    working under overhead obstructions TMP AK requires a minimum 8’ clearance unless notified ahead of installation. Please notify and discuss any work on/near existing structures when scheduling the work.
8. The customer is also responsible for confirming that their desired pier locations do not conflict with utility locations, and maintain all utility markings for the TMP installer to view; photographs showing “no utilities” markings are acceptable. If markings are disturbed or covered by snow, TMP AK reserves the right to cancel and re-schedule the work. If pile locations are not clear of utility locates TMP AK reserves the right to reschedule the work and charge a separate trip fee of $250.
9. If installation will occur above an existing driveway or other areas that may include rock fill (such as ‘pit run’), TMP AK must be notified when scheduling the work.
10. For sites where the Techno Metal Posts cannot be installed due to bedrock, shale, hardpan, boulders,   or other obstructions that have not been identified in the project soils report or are unknown to exist;    a lump sum cost for mobilization and demobilization will be charged at an agreed upon price between TMP Alaska and the Customer; but at a minimum of $250.00.

Payment Terms

TMP AK’s Retail Pricing is found on our website. TMP AK will extend a 10% discount when installing 10 or more piers concurrently. All discounts offered are contingent on all the terms of this agreement being met.

1. Deposits may be required for larger jobs, travel, engineering, special order and/or shipping of materials.
2. TMP AK requires payment in full upon completion of the job at the time of completion unless arrangements have been made prior to starting the job.
3. If required; TMP AK will issue a signed waiver of lien or bond rights only after final payment has been received.
4. Any additional costs incurred on the job will be invoiced after the work has been completed. Invoices are due upon receipt.
5. Unpaid balances of 30 days will be charged a onetime late $150 late fee and may be subject to a 3% monthly finance charge 30 days from invoice date. TMP AK reserves the right to file liens for non-payment at any time and bill Customer for any costs involved in receiving payment. The Customer will be liable for “full and reasonable attorney’s fees should a collection suit or other action be found necessary”.

Liability

1. TMP AK shall be held harmless from any liability and assumes no responsibility for damages due to zoning infringements, easements, setbacks, covenants or any other site/building requirements. Customer is responsible for contacting utilities, local, state or federal agencies before work is scheduled if required.
2. The Customer acknowledges that TMP AK does not hold expertise in engineering and/or building design. TMP AK may offer advice or assistance on pier locations and loads, but this advice is not a substitute for professional engineering services.
3. If TMP AK is working on, in or near any structures, the Customer assumes full liability for any damage of the structures incurred when completing our installation. When installing near walls, windows, wood posts or other structures the Customer should assume and prepare for some contact between the installation machine and the structure. TMP AK will put the piers as close as possible to existing structures provided they are protected by the Customer before arriving. If our equipment is entering the work site through doors, gates or other openings, it is the Customer’s responsibility to protect these openings.
4. Upon completion the Customer must verify accept the positioning of the installed piers and brackets before the installer leaves the jobsite. During the installation the installer will contact the Customer if any post is +1.5” off layout (in any direction) and work with the Customer on a remedy. TMP AK will cut piers within 1/4” of provided height benchmark. If the Customer is not present at completion of the work to approve the pier positioning, by default, they accept pier locations.
5. The Customer must maintain a minimum clearance of 6” between posts or beams to protect the structure from coming into contact with expanding soils during winter. Any connections between the ground and structures supported by our piers must be designed in a way that the heaving soils do not affect the piles. Deck stairs that land on the ground need to be designed in a way that they can move freely with the heaving ground and not affect the structure that they are attached to.
6. TMP AK reserves the right to make the final decision regarding the final depth of the posts based on the desired bearing/structure requirements by adding extensions and installing into deeper soils. The Customer understands that the extensions used below grade or above grade are provided at an additional cost:

• P1 - $10 per lineal foot used – minimum 2 FT ($20) per welded union.
• P2 - $20 per lineal foot used – minimum 2 FT ($40) per welded union.
• P3 - $30 per lineal foot used – minimum 2 FT ($60) per welded union.
• P4 - $40 per lineal foot used – minimum 2 FT ($80) per welded union.

Exclusions

If required, an additional cost will be incurred for the following:

1. Additional bonding
2. Naming of any additional insured on all TMP AK insurance policies, or a waiver of subrogation
3. Engineering
4. Layout
5. Thawing of soils