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Allied Proposal -2014 ISID Design Build Tenat Fit-Out Services 481332 7.Pdf ORIGINAL Submitted by: Allied Building Service 1801 Howard St Detroit, Michigan 48216 313-230-0800 State of Michigan: Request for Proposal 2014 Indefinite-Scope, Indefinite-Delivery Design-Build Services for Tenant Fit-Out Work Various Locations, Michigan Due Date: January 16, 2014 Time Due: 2:00pm Local Time Submitted to: Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget Facilities and Business Services Administration Design and Construction Division 7150 Harris Road Third Floor ‘B’ Wing, General Office Building Dimondale, MI 48821 Table of Contents PART 1 - TECHNICAL PROPOSAL: ............................................................................................................. ….2 I - 1 Understanding of Project Tasks ..............................................................................................................2 I - 2 Personnel.................................................................................................................................................4 I - 3 Management Summary and Work Plan/Schedule ..................................................................................7 I - 4 Questionnaire ..........................................................................................................................................9 PART 2 - COST PROPOSAL:………………………………………………………………………………………… 11 II-1A - Position, Classification & Employee Billable Rate Information………………………………………….11 Appendices Appendix A – Questionnaire Appendix B – Key Personnel Resumes Appendix C – Project Examples Appendix D – Quality Control Documents Sample Meeting Report Template Sample Field Report Template Mechanical Field Survey Checklist Michigan Building Code Construction Documents Checklist 2014 Indefinite-Scope Indefinite-Delivery Desgn-Build Services Department of Technology, Management and Budget Allied Proposal, page 1 PART 1: TECHNICAL PROPOSAL I – 1 Understanding of Project and Tasks The State of Michigan Department of Technology Management and Budget (MDTMB) requests the services of a Design Build Entity (DB). The DB is to provide design, construction and construction administration services for a variety of projects in the city of Lansing and counties of Ingham and Eaton within the State of Michigan. This proposal is for an Indefinite-Scope Indefinite Delivery (ISID) contract that is typically used to award interior office construction and renovation projects to accommodate various tenants. I-1A. Experience with Governmental or Institutional Design and Construction: Prime / Contractor: Allied Building Service Company of Detroit, Inc. (Allied) is the Prime. We are a General Contractor who self- performs the majority of demolition, carpentry, electrical, mechanical and various finish work with our own in- house workforce. We have been in business since 1948 and provide a broad base of services to a large customer base. Our General Contracting division has experience executing a wide range of project scopes and types. Our expertise is in executing occupied space interior renovation projects. We have performed work as the Prime Contractor for various multi-year Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), Job Order Contracts (JOC), and Multiple Award Task Order Contracts (MATOC) for various clients who include, General Services Administration (GSA), the Veterans Administration, Department of Defense, U.S. Postal Service, State of Ohio, and the National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA). We have completed hundreds of work orders and continue to benefit from the strong and lasting relationships these types of contracts often yield for our organization. Our staff members have executed Design-Build projects for the State of Michigan (DHS), The GSA, and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Allied is currently working on several interior renovation projects in the Lansing area for the GSA and for the State of Michigan. Our main area of work coverage is the Southern half of Michigan, Northern Ohio, and Northern Indiana. However, we do perform outside of these areas. Our belief is that a team approach to all projects usually yields the best outcome. When the Client, End User, A/E, Contractor, and all other parties with a stake in the project are involved in a positive inclusive and collaborative manner, the outcome often yields the desired result and the process can be fun. We aim to incorporate our philosophy with all our relationships. Design Professional: G.H. Forbes Associates Architects (GHFAA) is the lead Design Professional. GHFAA has been providing professional architectural services for over forty years. We provide innovative and technical renovations for clients including the General Services Administration (GSA) and the Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB). We are experienced in achieving design and technical requirements of various agencies including the Department of Military and Veteran Affairs (DMVA), Federal Bureau of Investigations, United States Coast Guard, United States Marshals Service, Alcohol Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, and the Internal Revenue Service. Many of these agencies have requirements for SIPR rooms, vaults, supply storage and offices similar to requirements of DTMB’s client agencies. We recently completed the renovation of the Reserve Forces Services Center North Building 31. This was a phased project with the DTMB and the DMVA to renovate a three story concrete structure with brick veneer. GHFAA coordinated the phases and worked with the State to achieve the desired renovation within budget limitations. During the project we received positive feedback from both DTMB and DMVA regarding follow- 2014 Indefinite-Scope Indefinite-Delivery Desgn-Build Services Department of Technology, Management and Budget Allied Proposal, page 2 through on meeting and field reports, project coordination and communication. We are confident that we can again meet the needs of the DTMB and their clients in a smooth and timely manner. In addition to the renovation project mentioned above, we have several active projects with the DTMB. We have completed the design for the Detroit Light Guard Armory Modifications Phase 3 and Phase 4. Construction of Phase 3 of the renovation is nearly complete and Phase 4 construction is expected to begin in April of 2014. Design of the Washtenaw Parking Improvements is complete and construction is nearly complete. We are also completing the design of the Washtenaw Armory Exterior Renovation which is expected to begin construction in the spring of 2014. We are also designing the renovation of the Washtenaw Armory Interior Renovation. We are familiar with the phases of work including the Study, Program Analysis, Schematic Design, Preliminary Design, Final Design and Construction Administration, both field and office. We understand how critical construction cost estimating is to assess and maintain budget throughout a project. We are familiar with the process of submitting drawings for review by the State Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA). GHFAA has enjoyed three consecutive Indefinite Deliverables, Indefinite Quantities (IDIQ) Contracts with the General Administration Services (GSA). Each of these contracts is for one year with an option to be renewed for an additional four years. Our IDIQ contract began in 1995 and based upon successful performance, we have been awarded another IDIQ contract. GHFAA has completed more than one-hundred twenty (120) projects for the GSA over the past 15 years and has earned exceptional ratings from project managers throughout GSA. We have provided the full gamut of services for these GSA projects including feasibility studies, design intent documents, design review, procurement support, site investigations, project development studies, building evaluation reports, conceptual designs, renderings, construction drawings, specifications, record drawings, proposal evaluations, cost estimating, shop drawings and construction management and inspection. Our projects also have addressed historic preservation, multiple phases, sustainable design practices and GSA’s Workplace 20/20 which rethinks office space to maximize resources and facilitate modern work practices. The GSA work varies widely from high-end design such as a Judge’s Chambers to more engineering-centric projects like an electrical switchgear replacement and we treat each project with the utmost importance. Our successful history with GSA IDIQ contracts makes us well suited to offer superior service to the State of Michigan through the ISID contract. We understand that the State of Michigan is dedicated to conserving energy. Often, projects do not attempt to achieve a certification in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) yet the principles are still applicable. Our project team has LEED Accredited Professionals for Architectural, Mechanical and Electrical disciplines and routinely incorporate water conservation, energy efficiency and finishes that promote indoor air quality in our designs. Most of our work tends to be alterations and renovations of existing facilities, many of which are historic. We work with the Property Managers and consider maintenance needs during design. We work with GSA’s Historic Preservation branch to ensure that the character of the facility is preserved. We work with clients including the Courts, Marshals and Department of Homeland Security to provide programming, schematic design and design development that reflects both the local agencies needs as well as the design guide standards
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