Qualifications & Proposal for:

Architectural & Design Services

Ledyard School Facilities Improvement Project

Ledyard, CT

Due Date:

October 10, 2013 281 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06032 l P 860.678.1291 l F 860.677.5265 www.friar.com

Table of Contents

Section Page #

 Cover Page

 Table of Contents

 Letter of Transmittal / Introduction 1

 Qualifications Statement 2—3

 Scope of Services 4

 Staffing Plan / Resumes 5—12

 Specialized Expertise / Litigation Statement 13—14

 Similar Projects / References 15—23

 Schedule of Fees 24—25

 Description of Work 26—27

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Qualification Statement

Firm: Friar Associates inc.—www.friar.com Mailing Address: 281 Farmington Avenue, Farmington, CT 06032 Telephone / Fax: p. 860-678-1291 / f. 860-677-5265 Contact Person: Robert Roach, AIA, [email protected] Size of Firm: 30 Years in Business: 39 Mission Statement: We are a dedicated team creating responsive Located on Route 4 in Farmington and within minutes of I-84, Route 9, I-91 and solutions, memorable places and lasting business Route 72 enables us to access a wide radius with the State of . relationships.

Providing uninterrupted professional services since 1974, Friar Associates is Architecture a leading Connecticut architectural / engineering firm. President David Friar … a Corporate Practice of Architecture (Connecticut License #ARC 0000113), and Vice President Glenn Yeakel guide the firm in meeting our clients’ the firm’s licensed architects, supported by project leaders, job captains, facilities needs throughout the Northeast Region. They are assisted by designers, interns, AutoCAD technicians Associate Principals Robert Roach and Michael Sorano, both registered and administrative staff, provide complete professional services, including architects; and, Director of Engineering Bruce Dalkowski. sustainable architecture and 3D modeling. Using a team approach—with multi-disciplinary in-house services— we meet design challenges to develop coordinated and responsive solutions. MEP Engineering Our clients discover that our combination of professions within one operation … our professional engineers / project managers, licensed architects, and yields designs of higher quality and greater continuity. support staff work alongside our other Friar Associates inc. is a well-respected architectural firm with over team members to develop cohesive, fully functional designs, operating under the 39 years in business that also provides landscape and interior design name Friar Associates II, LLC (Connecticut License #AEX 0000063). services as well as graphic design capabilities. Our in-house, full-service MEP consulting engineering team—operating for over 13 years—performs Landscape Design mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection and technology engineering … our landscape design team extends the theme and nature of the building design into its surrounding environment.

Interior Design … our registered designers and support staff create a blend of striking and operational interior layouts. They also develop creative and effective graphic solutions, such as corporate branding and signage / way finding systems for our clients.

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Contract Administration services on an array of projects. Both companies—under the Friar Associates … we also offer full contract umbrella—offer a wide range of experience, developing evaluations and administration services to our clients, solutions that are well-suited to the client’s needs and meet their budget. when needed, through staff members with up to 30 years of experience on a We hold specialized technical training / experience in the evaluation, broad range of projects, including multi -million dollar government and fast- design and implementation of new or expanded and renovated building track projects. projects and related sites. This expertise includes meeting LEED standards, conducting extensive building code evaluations and ADA surveys, and Outside Consultants performing space planning / programming services. … we supplement our team with We offer the following capabilities: outside consultants to address areas of each project requiring specialized expertise not available within our firm. Communication Skills  Sensitivity to our clients – listening before we act  Commitment to each client’s goals leading to responsive solutions  Availability of principals and team members for open communications.

Creativity  Respecting the aesthetics of existing architectural detailing and blending new features with existing structure, surrounding buildings and landscape  Understanding the community and reflecting its needs within our designs  Using function, value and efficiency to form the basis of our designs.

Responsiveness  Translating the program and client’s project goals into an effective design  Addressing site issues, such as maximizing traffic circulation to design an organized parent / bus drop off and pick up  Commitment to solving problems and follow through on client input.

Extensive Experience  Proven expertise in school renovations / design  Strong track record of receiving the necessary approvals and meeting or exceeding our client’s expectations  Ability to “sell” the project and related costs during referendum.

Professionalism  Providing clients with a team of dedicated individuals committed to achieving a successful project  Thorough review of documents to promote accuracy and consistency  Expertise of our principals and staff in serving as the client’s advocate.

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Scope of Services

Data Gathering Process The project objective is to develop a comprehensive plan that identifies the Our team will: need for modifications / expansion, addresses enrollment projections, and meets the educational curriculum and program requirements.  Meet with your representatives to discuss the immediate and future We will assist Ledyard in determining the necessary modifications to goals for each facility add all sixth grade students to Ledyard Middle School. This will include  Evaluate existing building / site / identifying “as new” renovations required, including converting the open systems conditions cluster configuration into individual classrooms. We will also determine the  Review existing documents  Identify the criteria needed to meet most effective approach to reducing the elementary schools from four to three the schools’ educational specs and present recommended modifications / additions to the remaining schools. and program requirements Our work will address facility maintenance needs allowing continued use of  Evaluate enrollment needs these buildings for 20+ more years. This includes identifying code /  Determine adjacency needs  Pinpoint areas of concern that accessibility compliance, operating cost savings and LEED upgrades. require further research Our team will commence work by meeting with the district to  Meet with the Town’s decision- determine what the most important project decisions are; who is responsible makers to present our findings. for making financial, programming, scheduling and other key decisions; at what points must certain decisions be made; who is involved in contributing Client Services data / feedback; and, who needs to be kept informed. We will need the following: We will actively listen to Town representatives during the evaluation

 Any available existing conditions process to gain a full understanding of the building / users’ needs for each documents to confirm existing school. We will examine the most feasible allocation of students within each conditions and create base plans. school based on available data. Judgment will be rendered using the current  Other pertinent documents to obtain a complete understanding of your configuration of each school, cost effectiveness of required additions / requirements. modifications at each building and infrastructure / code upgrade needs as  Reasonable access to the buildings factors. This evaluation will identify modifications necessary to meet today’s to verify existing conditions, etc. standards, extend life expectancy and provide flexibility for accommodating  Input from assigned school representatives, including future program adjustments. Our recommendations will include an evaluation maintenance staff. of State reimbursement and other incentives, such as energy rebates.  Availability of key personnel for The Friar team will develop a comprehensive plan for presentation to presentations, feedback and the Town for feedback and subsequent approval in time for a May 2014, authorization to proceed. Our goal is to develop a referendum. We will assist in developing pre-referendum communications to successful collaboration with the Town, selected Town representatives and encourage community support. the building users and others involved.

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Staffing Plan

Supplemental Staff For your project key in-house and consultant team members are:

At times during the project supplemental Management: Glenn S. Yeakel, AIA, Vice President staff may be required to meet critical project deadlines or provide their Robert W. Roach, AIA, Associate Principal expertise on specific items. These individuals are as follows: Core Team: • Michael A. Sorano, AIA, Associate Project Team: James Wilson, Project Manager Principal Cristin Auten, Registered Sr. Interior Designer • Ronald Maniscalco, PE, VP of Lindsay Cannavo, Landscape Architectural Intern Engineering

• Bryce Sens, Adam Palmer & Paul In-house Engineering: Bruce Dalkowski, Director of Engineering Hohenthal, Project Managers John Scheidel, PE, Project Manager • Deanna Steeves, Registered Sr. Interior Designer • Kristen Giuffrida, Interior Design Intern Outside Consultants: MPR Consulting Associates, LLC—Cost Estimating • Neil Kiernan, James Marenzana & Martin McCall, Mechanical / Plumbing / Fire Protection Engineering Project Managers We have included resumes for the above-listed team members on the • Lewis Pia, Electrical Engineering following pages. Project Manager • Rob Jones, Mechanical Engineering Designer • Jamie Young, Architectural Designer • David Rondina, Landscape Architectural Intern • Nicholas Mundo, Joseph Tracy & Alicia Wakefield, Architectural Interns • Jose Ramos, AutoCAD Coordinator • Amanda Kemp, AutoCAD Operator • Administrative Support Staff

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Glenn S. Yeakel, AIA Vice President / LEED AP

Resume Education With Friar Associates for 30+ years Glenn oversees production and Bachelor of Architecture Degree—Kansas coordination of the firm’s professional services. He develops schedules, State University—1980 monitors quality control functions, organizes firm-wide coordination meetings Bachelor of Science in Business Administration—Kansas State and develops company standards. As an on-staff expert, Glenn responds to University—1981 questions from clients and team members as needed. Associates Degree in Architectural He monitors evolving trends and techniques in architecture, Technology—Northampton Community College —1976 construction and project management, helping the firm to remain competitive. As an expert on the State Department of Education BSF process with extensive experience, he obtains approvals for our clients. Glenn is also LEED accredited. His school facility design experience commenced in 1982 and has continued without interruption.

Related Experience Certification / Memberships Includes K-12 Public Schools in: Registered in: CT #3744, AL, AZ, HI, IL,  Avon MD, NC, PA, TX, FL, CO

 Bloomfield LEED Accredited Professional  Danbury  East Lyme / Niantic U.S. Green Building Council  Manchester  Meriden American Institute of Architects— National & Connecticut Chapters  Middletown

 New Britain National Council of Architectural  Seymour Registration Boards (NCARB)  Tolland  Torrington The Construction Specifications Institute

 Vernon  West Hartford  Weston  Wethersfield  Windsor

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Robert W. Roach, AIA Associate Principal

Resume Education With over 18 years of experience in the architectural field, Bob has Bachelor of Architecture Degree—Roger developed a broad range of projects, including public safety, K-12 schools Williams University—1994 and higher education facilities. His background in educational projects spans more than 10 years. Responsible for the administration of various projects, he works closely with clients, engineers and staff to produce construction documents that meet or exceed client expectations. Bob directs on-site job meetings and has monitored construction on a large number of successful projects. As senior project manager, he oversees the work of the entire project team, monitoring compliance with codes / regulations, project schedules and budgets as well as reviewing the documents for coordination and accuracy.

Related Experience Certification / Memberships Includes K-12 Public Schools in: Registered in: CT #9870 & ME #3668 / Interior Designer: CT #3446  Danbury

 Manchester West Hartford—Chairman, Town Plan & Zoning / Inland Wetlands Commission  East Hampton (2005-2007) & Commissioner—Town  Seymour Plan & Zoning Commission—2002-2012

 Wethersfield Mentor, NCARB IDP Program—since  Windham 2003

Member, Society for College & University Former Experience: Planning  Gales Ferry Elementary School, Ledyard (project architect) Member—Board of Trustees, Lutz Children’s Museum

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James T. Wilson Project Manager

Resume Education Jim has over 12 years of experience in project management, design, contract Bachelor of Architecture Degree— administration and client presentation for architectural, landscape and civil Oklahoma State University—2002 engineering projects. His responsibilities include preparing construction Honor Graduate—Leadership Training documents, document review, plan coordination and contract administration Academies—United States Army services. During his seven-year enlistment, he served as a Fire Direction Chief and gained leadership and motivation training. Jim works closely with the project team for each projects. Project experience includes K-12 schools, municipal buildings, office facilities, condominiums / apartments, dock and street improvements.

Related Experience  Mill Ridge Middle School, Danbury

Previous Experience:  Columbus Elementary School, Bridgeport  Easton Elementary School, Easton  Middletown High School, Middletown  Multi-School Project, Ridgefield

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Cristin M. Auten, NCIDQ Registered Senior Interior Designer

Resume Education Since 2001, Cristin has developed a range of skills and experience, working Bachelor of Science in Interior Design— closely with clients, other design professionals, contractors and vendors on Endicott College (FIDER Accredited) educational / municipal, corporate office, health care and religious projects. Her expertise includes programming, design (plans, elevations and details), finish selections and project management from initiation through final completion. She works comfortably under strict deadlines, maintaining involvement with clients and communicating the project approach clearly. In her eight years with the firm, Cristin has worked on several educational facility projects for our municipal clients. She demonstrates a strong understanding of the various product lines available and works with our clients to select options that best meet their goals.

Related Experience Certification / Memberships Includes K-12 Public Schools in: Registered in: CT (IDE.0003728)  Avon NCIDQ Certificate #023433  Bloomfield

 Danbury

 Manchester  Rocky Hill  Stamford  Windsor

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Lindsay Cannavo Landscape Architectural Designer

Resume Education Lindsay has developed her experience in landscape design since 2007 and Bachelor of Science Degree in Landscape joined the firm in 2011. Her experience includes site analysis and design, site Architecture—University of Connecticut (accredited program) grading and landscape design. She has conducted planning and zoning investigations, developed stormwater management landscape plans and Passed: Project & Construction Management Section of the Licensing designed / produced sustainable planting plans using native species. Exam Lindsay works with the team to conduct existing conditions investigations, documenting her findings in AutoCAD. She prepares schematic designs and construction documents, coordinating her work with the architectural and civil engineering disciplines. Her experience with implementing landscape designs provides a strong understanding of the requirements for achieving successful results.

Related Experience Includes K-12 Public Schools in:  Avon  Bloomfield  Danbury  Rocky Hill  Waterbury  Windham  Windsor

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M/E/P Engineering: Friar Associates II, LLC

Services Summary of Experience  Mechanical—air conditioning, A subsidiary of Friar Associates inc. since 2000, Friar Associates II, LLC is a ventilation systems, heating full-service mechanical and electrical consulting engineering firm dedicated to system design, boiler & chiller providing high quality engineering design and client satisfaction. plant design, control system design, energy analysis The engineering team consists of licensed professional, project

 Electrical—lighting systems, management, design and technical / support staff providing mechanical, power distribution, fire alarm electrical, plumbing, fire protection and technology services on an array of systems, emergency power design projects. With a wide range of experience, including K-12 educational,  Plumbing—domestic water municipal, higher educational, institutional, commercial, industrial, and systems, natural gas systems, manufacturing projects, the firm develops designs that are well-suited to the medical gas systems, sanitary / storm draining systems, acid client’s needs and fall within the construction budget. neutralization systems Key members of the assigned team, responsible for all aspects and  Fire Protection—fire pumps, phases of the project, actively participate throughout each project. As a result, sprinkler system design. the project is well-integrated, managed and scheduled from initial concept to final construction, acceptance and occupancy.

Project Examples Related Experience with Friar Associates (partial listing) Includes the following:  Pitkin Community Center—9/11  K-12 Schools in: Avon, Bethel, Memorial Sports Center, Bloomfield, Danbury, East Lyme, Wethersfield Hartford, Manchester, Newington,  Village for Families & Children, New London, Rocky Hill, Seymour, Hartford Southington, Stamford, Torrington, Washington, Waterbury, West Science & Technology Magnet High School of Hartford, Wethersfield & Windsor Southeastern CT, New London  UCONN—Wilbur Cross Building Modifications, Storrs

 CCSU—Gallaudet Hall Renovations, New Britain

 CIGNA Wilde Building Reconfiguration & CIGNA University, Bloomfield

Carrington Elementary School, Waterbury

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Cost Estimating Consultant: MPR Consulting Associates, LLC

Certification Summary of Experience

 Bachelor of Science / Bachelor MPR Consulting Associates, LLC was established in 1989 by Mark Philip Ray of Engineering Technology Degree—University of Hartford - a skilled professional with over 20 years of pricing experience. He has worked as a project engineer, design engineer, and quality control manager. Mark has overseen construction and subcontract work and is a Certified Professional Estimator (CEP), a designation conferred to a handful of estimators countrywide by the American Society of Professional Estimators. Experienced in the day-to-day technical details of construction projects, Mark's chosen specialty is cost estimating. He understands the business of estimating, staying abreast of new trends in the industry and providing the most accurate, timely prices available.

Related Experience (partial listing)

 Moeller Home,  Joel Barlow High With Friar Associates: Wethersfield School, Redding  Trinity College—  Westbrook Town  Living Word Ministries, Mather Hall, Hartford Offices, Westbrook New Haven  Trinity College—  Columbia Volunteer  Saint Francis of Assisi Clement Laboratories, Fire Station, Columbia Church, South Hartford Windsor  Mystic Aquarium,  Sedgwick Middle Mystic School, West Hartford  Tariffville Elementary School  Old Lyme Middle School

 New Canaan High School

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Specialized Expertise & Litigation Statement

Communication We offer extensive experience in facility evaluation and design for PreK-12 We have coordinated our services with school projects throughout Connecticut. However, we understand that each a variety of municipal groups, community is uniquely different, with its own set of criteria for creating an understanding that they focus on educational environment. We bring to each community our understanding and different needs and areas of the project. These groups include: ability to provide the professional services needed to attain their goals.  Municipal Building Committees Our staff interviews key personnel, becoming actively involved with  Boards of Education the Municipal Building Committee, Board of Education, Superintendent of  Boards of Selectmen Schools, administration, faculty, other stakeholders and community in order to  Finance Committees establish a comprehensive understanding of the educational environment to  Superintendent of Schools be created. We will take an interest in the community itself and learn your  Parent/Teacher Organizations (PTOs / PTAs) needs, approach to school facility planning / construction and procedures.  Principals/Staff Proposed solutions will respond to the school’s educational demands as well  State Department of Education as maintain separation between active, noisy spaces and quiet areas.  Students The firm’s staff members are competent in the areas of knowledge of  Wetlands Commissions  Town/City Councils building types, understanding of codes, and school construction experience.  Town Meeting Attendees Since 1984 Friar Associates has provided services on many types of school  Voters construction projects. These include additions / renovations for program  Zoning Boards enhancements, new school facilities, code updates, window / door / roof  Stakeholders. replacements, and heating / air-conditioning upgrades. Renovated existing Technology in Schools buildings have included schools originally built from every decade since 1920.

Our team documents the particular Strength & Experience of Team needs of each facility. These may include IDF room locations and layouts, Friar Associates’ staff have worked extensively with the State Department of horizontal and backbone cabling, and Education to gain approvals on the projects we design. Our involvement proper equipment grounding. We ranges from assisting with the preparation of ED-0 forms and outlining our discuss peripheral systems, such as coaxial video, two-way radio systems, clients’ project requirements, to attending the subsequent prep and PCT satellite receivers or voice-over-IP meetings. This cooperation helps our clients to obtain the maximum grant telecommunication. reimbursement available for eligible items. We have an excellent reputation By identifying technology needs at the outset, our team can assist with the State Department of Education for completing thorough and accurate the municipality in determining documents and receiving a minimum number of comments or citations. Our technology systems’ needs and budget responses to review comments have been used by the Department as an related costs. example for other architectural firms to follow. Furthermore, we have never

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missed a PCT deadline—a testament to our ability to complete the work within Code Upgrades the client’s timeframe. Glenn Yeakel, Vice President, is an expert in the BSF Our broad code compliance experience process. includes:

 International Building Code (IBC)— Knowledge of Energy Credits & Rebates Considerations include:  Existing use An Energy Star Partner, we investigate any rebates that may be available for  Year and type of construction installing high-efficiency heating equipment in our school projects. We have  Fire resistance rating of vertical addressed energy-conscious rebate programs such as: opening enclosures  Automatic alarms  Renewable energy  Smoke controls  Tax incentives  Dead ends  Rebates from state, local or federal governmental agencies—e.g.  Maximum exit access travel Connecticut Energy Efficiency Fund distance  Number of stories  Utility rebates—e.g. CL&P Energy Rebate Program.  Corridor wall rating Friar Associates also offers many years of experience involving State  Door closers reimbursement, via the State Department of Education School Grants  Adequate exit routes  Elevator controls process, and local funding, via referenda.  Emergency lights. Construction During Occupancy  International Fire Code (IFC)—- Concerns addressed include: The majority of our school projects are completed while school is in session.  Construction and During the programming and design phases, we work closely with the compartmentation Building Committee, administration and school staff to design building  Smoke barriers  Smoke dampers modifications with the knowledge that school will remain in session during the  Special protection majority of the construction process. At the completion of the construction  Interior finishes documents phase, we prepare a construction phasing plan that is included in  Corridors and stairwells the bid documents to clarify the owner’s intentions and requirements. This  Discharge from exits  Building service and fire protection phasing plan is reviewed with the Town and constructor to make final  Sprinkler protection. adjustments prior to commencement of construction activity. We meet with the

individual contractors to schedule the work to limit disturbances during school  ADA Guidelines—Our surveys focus on Title II / III requirements, hours and academic events. Regular meetings with the owner and constructor depending on the client. The team serve to discuss any issues, confirm that construction is progressing assesses whether or not the building according to schedule and verify that safety measures are maintained. meets accessibility requirements, determining if any required corrective measures are readily achievable. The resulting reports, with probable cost Litigation Statement data, may serve as a basis for our Friar Associates has not defaulted on any contract, is not involved in any clients’ Barrier Reduction Plans. litigation / arbitration and has not withdrawn or been released from any professional service agreement.

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Similar Projects / References

References Our extensive experience with school evaluation projects includes:

Charles Viani School Projects Building  East Hampton Town & School Facilities Study Committee Completed: 2008 Town of Wethersfield  Middletown—Wesley Elementary School—Study 505 Silas Deane Highway Wethersfield, CT 06109 Completed: 2001 860-716-4334  Region 12 Schools—Burnham Elementary School, Booth Free School & Wethersfield High School & Washington Primary School – Study Hamner Elementary School Existing Conditions & Space Completed: May 2005 Utilization Study  Rocky Hill Schools Long Range Plan (5 Schools) - Feasibility Study

Completed: August 2009 “Dave Friar and his staff offer both technical expertise and  Scotland Elementary School – Facility Study creativity to ensure the Completed: July 2004 success of their projects. Their experience in working with the  Southington Public Schools—Study of 9 Schools State and City agencies is Completed: 2004 exemplary; in particular, they  South Windsor—Existing Conditions Survey & Master Plan of 5 provide the necessary documentation, responses to Elementary Schools questions and quality sets of Ongoing: 2013 documents to expedite the  Stamford—Westhill High School 9th Grade Additions – Study & Additions approval process. It has been my experience that Friar Completed: February 2005 Associates represent their  Stonington High School – Study clients well and adhere to the Completed: 2001 time and budget constraints established.”  Tolland Schools – Study William D. Guzman, Esq., Completed: June 2004 Superintendent, Tolland  West Hartford—Webster Hill Elementary School & King Philip / Sedgwick Public Schools Middle Schools – Study Completed: 1998  Wethersfield Public Schools & Town Buildings & Hamner Elementary School – Study Completed: 2003 / 2007

Ledyard School Facilities Improvement Project—Ledyard, CT Page 15 In addition to completing facilities studies on numerous schools, we have completed renovations and new construction projects for our municipal clients. These projects include:

 Bethany Community School—Renovations/Addition  Bethel—Frank Berry Elementary School—Renovations/Additions Bethel High School  Bethel High School Capital Improvements—Renovations “The Board of Education, teachers, parents, and Town officials have been  Bloomfield—Carmen Arace School—Renovations very pleased with the quality of work ...,  Bolton Elementary School—Masonry Inspection / Repairs the creativity of concepts, the attention  Cheshire High School—Renovations / Chapman & Highland Schools— to detail, and with the willingness to follow through on our concerns.” Code Renovations —Gary Chesley, Ed.D., Bethel  CREC—Academy of Aerospace—New Construction (Windsor), Reggio Superintendent of Schools (2006) Magnet School of the Arts—New Construction (Avon) & Two Rivers Magnet High School—Temporary Space (Hartford)  Danbury—Ellsworth Avenue Elementary School & Western CT Academy for International Studies—New Construction  East Lyme Middle School—New Construction / East Lyme Elementary School—Former Middle School Conversion  Middletown—Illing Middle School—Renovations Reggio Magnet School of the Arts  Meriden—Hanover & John Barry Elementary Schools—Renovations/ “We are extremely pleased with the level of commitment and attention to Additions detail demonstrated by the project  Middletown—Farm Hill Elementary School—New Construction—Award team. Each member of the team brings Winning Design / Macdonough, Spencer & Wesley Elementary Schools— something creative and unique to the table...The Friar team takes an idea Renovations/Additions / Middletown High School—Additions and recommendations from CREC and  New Britain—Chamberlain, DiLoreto, Gaffney, Holmes, Jefferson & makes sure that the end product Vance Elementary Schools—Renovations/Additions; Lincoln, Northend & reflects our mission and vision.” —Denise Gallucci, Former Deputy Smith Elementary Schools—Renovations; Smalley Academy— Executive Director &Superintendent of Renovations/Additions; Pulaski & Slade Middle Schools—Renovations/ Schools, CREC Additions; —Renovations/Additions

Farid Khouri, PE  New London—Science & Technology Magnet High School of City Engineer Southeastern CT—Stand-Alone New Building Addition—Award-Winning City of Danbury School Design & C.B. Jennings Elementary School—New Construction 155 Deer Hill Avenue Danbury, CT 06810  Seymour High School—Renovations/Additions & LoPresti & Chatfield 203-797-4641 Schools—Capital Improvements Western CT Academy for International  Simsbury—Henry James Memorial Middle School—Renovations/ Studies Ellsworth Avenue Elementary School Additions

Ledyard School Facilities Improvement Project—Ledyard, CT Page 16  Southington—South End Elementary School—New Construction; Plantsville Elementary School—Roof Replacement; —Vo-Ag Addition Schematics  Sprague—Sayles Elementary School—Renovations/Additions  Stamford—Westhill High School—9th Grade Campus Addition  Tolland—Birch Grove Primary School—Renovations/Additions; Parker Elementary School & Former —Roof Replacement; Tolland Intermediate School—Masonry Repair Seymour High School  Torrington—Torringford Elementary School—Renovations/Additions “Friar Associates was a valuable and  Vernon—Center Road, Lake Street, Maple Street, Northeast & Skinner productive asset to the Building Committee, and the finished product Road Elementary Schools—Renovations; Vernon Center Middle has met and, in some cases, School—Renovations; Rockville High School—Renovations; Vernon exceeded our expectations. I would Administration Building—Renovations recommend them for your project without qualification.”  Wallingford—7 Schools—Handicap Accessibility Modifications —Richard Belden, Assistant  Waterbury—John F. Kennedy High School—Media Center Addition & Superintendent—Finance & Carrington Elementary School—New Construction Operations, Seymour Public Schools  West Hartford—Whiting Lane Elementary School—Roof Replacement; Aiken & Smith Elementary Schools—Renovations; Sedgwick Middle School—Roof Replacement; Webster Hill Elementary School—Additions/ Renovations; King Philip & Sedgwick Middle Schools—Additions/ Renovations; Hall High School—Miscellaneous Modifications  Weston—Hurlbutt Elementary School—Renovations/Additions & Weston Middle School—Renovations  Wethersfield—Webb Elementary School—Renovations/Additions; Carrington Elementary School "The building looks great, and the Charles Wright Elementary School—Roof Replacement; Silas Deane workers who go to all the schools Middle School—Renovations/Additions consider this building to be among the most beautiful.” Kevin Brennan, Principal, Carrington School

Louis E. Allen, Jr., Director

490 Jefferson Avenue New London, CT 06320 860-437-6496

Science & Technology Magnet High School of Southeastern CT

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Reference Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School Dr. Nicholas Fischer Superintendent of Schools City of New London, 134 Williams Street New London, CT 06320 (860) 447-6000 New London, Connecticut

Scope Existing Conditions Study of a 180,700 square-foot, 4-Story Middle School Schedule Completed: February 2013

Cost N/A

Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School for Grades 6-8 was constructed in 1937 with additions in 1952 and 1993. The first stage of this project required a stand-alone survey of the school in 2011, to describe the architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, plumbing and fire protection components and requirements, including code compliance upgrades. Subsequently, in 2012/13 a City required a more global study to determine how Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School can fit within the framework of New London becoming a wholly magnet school system. This led to evaluation of various educational scenarios to determine the best use of the school over the next 20 to 40 years. Considerations included:  Creating a themed magnet school to house Grades PreK-8.  Converting the existing middle school to a 350-student high school.  Repurposing the school to create a single-theme magnet middle / high school for Grades 6-12 for 600+ students.  Forming a magnet middle school for Grades 6-8 at the current location. The evaluation was not limited to the middle school as adopting any of these options would require modifications to other schools within the district.

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Reference School Facilities Study Tracy Lambert Chair Windham Board of Education 255 Mansfield Avenue Willimantic, CT 06226 860-450-0044 Windham Board of Education, Connecticut

Scope Existing Condition Survey & Master Plan

Schedule Completed: 2012

Cost N/A

This extensive evaluation addressed the existing conditions of the Windham Board of Education’s six schools serving Windham, Willimantic, North Windham and Windham Center. The resulting report for each facility describes current conditions of the architectural, structural, electrical, mechanical, fire protection and site components. The report also documents compliance with the International Building Code (IBC), National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Surveys were conducted from May through July, 2012. This work included obtaining existing condition data, updating AutoCAD files and surveying electrical and mechanical equipment. Information was recorded and analyzed to determine the general condition of the building components. Recommendations for each school were provided based upon the space utilization and program requirements from which conceptual plans were developed. These plans illustrate the program assessment and recommended improvements to meet the users’ needs and comply with current applicable codes, while also meeting the overall goals and projected enrollment of the Windham Public School System. An estimate of probable costs was included as a planning tool for the Windham Board of Education.

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Reference CREC—Reggio Magnet School for the Donald P. Walsh, Deputy Executive Director Finance & Operations Arts—Temporary Location 111 Charter Oak Avenue Hartford, CT 06106 Phone: 860-509-3623 Email: [email protected] Avon, CT Scope Adaptive reuse of an existing office building into a temporary elementary school

Schedule Completed: 2012

Cost $1,400,000

This project involved working closely with CREC to provide test fit solutions and a preliminary code analysis for an existing 100,000 square-foot office building at 20 Security Drive in Avon. CREC planned on leasing approximately 60,000 square feet on two floors of the building over a two- year period to provide temporary space to house the Reggio Magnet School of the Arts, while the permanent school was designed and constructed. Test-fit blocking plans demonstrated how the space could be utilized as a school, allowing CREC to provide input into the final layout. Plans also First Floor Layout applied specific requirements of the Reggio Emilia program to the space. A primary goal was to minimize construction costs for this temporary location while meeting the program effectively. During the process, on-site

Second Floor meetings with designers, CREC representatives, town Building Official and Layout  local Fire Marshal helped expedite the approval process for successfully transforming the facility into a temporary school.

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Reference Rocky Hill Public Schools Long Range Mark F. Zito, Ed. D Superintendent, Rocky Hill Public Planning Facilities Study Schools 761 Old Main Street Rocky Hill, CT 06067 860-258-7720 Rocky Hill, CT

Scope Long Range School Facilities Planning

Schedule Completed: 2010

Cost N/A

A comprehensive evaluation of four of the Town’s schools—West Hill Elementary School, Moser School, Stevens School and Rocky Hill High School—was conducted in preparation for a public referendum. The project involved evaluating expanding and “renovating as new” the existing West Hill Elementary School, building a new elementary school on the existing Moser School site (demolishing the existing structure), closing Stevens School, and expanding and “renovating as new” the existing Rocky Hill High School. The Town’s goal in developing a plan to meet these criteria was to reduce operating costs, address long-standing handicapped accessibility issues, upgrade the facilities, provide suitable educational environments, reduce transportation times and provide modern educational technology throughout.

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Reference East Hampton Feasibility Study Judith A. Golden, PhD Superintendent Town of East Hampton 94 Main Street East Hampton, CT 06424 860-571-8141 East Hampton, Connecticut Scope Study of Town & School Facilities Schedule Study Completed: 2006

Cost N/A

The East Hampton Economic Development Commission’s mission stated its desire, “To successfully attract new business, retain established business and improve the quality of life of East Hampton residents, visitors and tourists.” The study addressed the existing building / site conditions of the Town’s municipal and educational facilities. East Hampton is a small industrial town covering 36.8 square miles, with a population of 12,000 that recently experienced significant development. As a result East Hampton, primarily located along Route 66, had outgrown its government / school facilities and was losing its small town ambiance with major corporations establishing their position. Key town personnel were interviewed for input regarding the facilities’ operations / limitations. The final report includes a site location plan, list of the buildings evaluated and an outline of the items needed to address site, facility, and MEP requirements. Program usage, code compliance items, summary cost data and a preliminary timeline are presented, while photographs and floor plans identify key site and facility deficiencies. The resulting recommendations provide the groundwork for East Hampton to re- establish the original Village Center along Main Street, restore the small town character and lure small businesses into its core.

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Key Factors “Renovate As New” Experience The key factors involved in achieving Friar Associates is experienced with renovating existing educational buildings approval from the State are: to meet State “renovate as new” status requirements. It is critical that the  The proposed renovation project must be compared with a new resulting building function as a new structure but without the costs associated construction project in regard to with demolition and new construction. Under a “renovate as new” status, cost and must indicate substantial reimbursement is provided on items that are normally considered ineligible. savings.  All codes must be met within the We have provided professional services to address the State’s entire renovated building—partial requirements on the following projects: renovations or complete renovation of just a portion of the building are not sufficient.  The renovated building must meet the State’s technology requirements.

 The resulting building must be determined to be structurally sound by a structural engineer.  Specific information about the building systems must be provided Frank A. Berry Elementary School, Bethel Torringford Elementary School, Torrington  that show the resulting systems will have a life expectancy of 20 or

more years (or the equivalent of a new system).  All of the building’s windows must be energy efficient upon completion of the project.

 The school’s location must be central to the community it serves and the programs offered must  Westhill High School, Stamford Webb Elementary School, Wethersfield  meet the State’s requirements.  The appropriate signatures must Other schools include Charles Wright Elementary and Silas Deane Middle be provided to certify that the Schools, both in Wethersfield. requirements will be met. Friar Associates have investigated this option for several other projects, but those communities have rejected the option as they did not feel the initial costs involved would be offset by the State’s reimbursement.

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Description of Work

Objectives and Goals The Ledyard Town School Facilities Improvement project consists of evaluating each school to determine the most feasible option(s) for consolidating grades, reducing the number of schools, and expanding / Gales Ferry School upgrading the facilities to serve the community for 20+ years. Enrollment projections and changes to the Ledyard schools educational curriculum will serve as the basis for any proposed modifications. We will assist in the development of a plan based on input from the stakeholders, including:  Permanent Municipal Building Committee (PMBC)

Gallup Hill School  Ledyard Board of Education  Superintendent of Schools. Based on our analysis, the Friar team will develop a comprehensive plan, identifying requirements and projected costs for:  Gales Ferry School—grades K—2*  Gallup Hill School—grades Pre-K—6** Juliet W. Long School  Juliet W. Long School—grades 3—6*  Ledyard Center School—grades K—6  Ledyard Middle School—grades 7—8  Ledyard High School—grades 9—12 * Operating as a single campus with shared resources. Ledyard Center School ** Understanding the Pre-K program must continue to be provided within the Town. During fact-finding interviews we will listen to your input concerning the plan of approach and encourage school district representatives to participate in the evaluation process to gain a better understanding of the Town’s specific needs. Ledyard Middle School Evaluation Report Our report will identify the best elementary school to be closed, with relocation of students to the other schools. We will propose functional improvements at each school, addressing security measures in proposed

Ledyard High School layouts, meeting site requirements, and responding to the educational

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Capability program / spatial needs at each facility. Our proposed solutions will maintain the Pre-K program. The completed evaluation report will contain the following

We have assembled a fully-qualified, facility information for each school:

multi-disciplined team that has worked Executive Summary together successfully on past municipal This section will present a summary of the building / site requirements, projects, assigning additional staff and potential solutions for addressing issues, a discussion of the benefits and retaining outside consultants as needed. liabilities of those solutions, prioritization schedule and an overall Our background on municipal recommendation based on a thorough evaluation of our findings. A projects is both extensive and preliminary timeline and summary of the budget requirements for the exemplary. We will address the needs proposed solution, with an estimate of probable costs of new construction of each task, respecting the aesthetics (for comparison purposes) will also be furnished. of existing architectural detailing and blending the new facilities with the Architectural & Structural Survey remaining structure(s). We are We will provide a listing of our findings with programmatic plans experienced in determining the full identifying space usage. The building envelope—consisting of walls, roof, scope of program requirements, windows and doors—will be evaluated in this section for energy addressing site issues, such as conservation, physical condition and life expectancy. maximizing traffic circulation and addressing parking, recreational and M/E/P & Fire Protection Survey landscaping needs. This section will provide a review of the existing systems and conditions. We have extensive Mechanical and electrical systems will also be evaluated for life experience in selling projects and their expectancy, expansion capacity and additional energy conservation. related costs to the public to obtain Code Compliance Survey referendum approval when needed. We will work closely with all parties on A comprehensive listing of applicable code concerns compiled through both large and small assignments to site and building investigations, will be presented.

provide responsive and timely Site Survey services. A review of the existing site conditions and available utilities will be provided, indicating materials used, utilities available and condition, along with recommendations.

Estimates of Probable Costs Based on data gathered during site visits and the program requirements obtained through meetings, we will work with the Town to prepare a project budget covering each element evaluated.

Photographs and plans for reference and clarification will be provided. Throughout the process, we will maintain regular communication with the Town’s decision makers.

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