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Berlin Regional Airport BERLIN AIRPORT AUTHORITY REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS PRIMARY ENGINEER BERLIN REGIONAL AIRPORT MARCH 10, 2021 TABLE OF CONTENTS . Letter of Interest 1. Introduction to the firm 2. Listing of Project Team and technical credentials 3. Recent experience in airport projects 4. Qualifications and experience of outside consultants regularly engaged 5. Availability of firm’s resources with regard to time scheduled for projects 6. References 7. Insurance coverage 8. Familiarity with regulatory and funding agencies 9. Project approach Whatever It Takes! Gale Associates, Inc. 6 Bedford Farms Drive, Suite 101, Bedford, NH 03110 P 603.471.1887 F 603.471.1809 www.galeassociates.com Gale Associates, Inc. 6 Bedford Farms Drive, Suite 101 | Bedford, NH 03110 P 603.471.1887 F 603.471.1809 www.galeassociates.com March 10, 2021 Mr. James A. Wheeler City Manager Berlin Regional Airport c/o City Hall 168 Main Street Berlin, NH 03570 Re: Request for Qualifications Primary Engineer - Berlin Regional Airport Dear Mr. Wheeler: Gale Associates, Inc. is pleased to submit this Statement of Qualifications to provide primary engineering services in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Advisory Circular 150/5100-14E at the Berlin Regional Airport. Our submission highlights successful airport planning, design, construction management, coordination, and administrative services completed by Gale in partnership with our clients and demonstrates the depth and capabilities of our team. Gale is fully qualified to serve the City of Berlin and Berlin Regional Airport with On-Call Engineering and Planning services. Gale’s Aviation Engineering and Planning Group has provided airport engineering and planning services throughout New England for over 30 years. We are currently on-call consultants for several airports in New Hampshire, including Nashua (Boire Field), Lebanon Municipal, and Mount Washington Regional Airports. We have performed numerous projects for these airports from planning studies to major engineering and construction efforts. Given our proven history of completing projects in New Hampshire and the New England Region, which are similar in nature to those outlined in your Request for Qualifications, Gale is prepared to assist as an extension of the Berlin Regional Airport staff immediately. As a corporation, Gale has been providing planning, engineering, and architectural consulting services for public and private clients for over 56 years. We assist with all aspects of planning, permitting, designing, constructing, and administering both AIP and non-AIP funded projects. These have consisted of a wide variety of projects, including airfield pavement construction, rehabilitation, relocation, and expansion (including runways, taxiways, taxilanes, aprons, etc.), airspace obstruction analyses and obstruction removal, runway safety area improvements, fence installation, hangar and terminal construction and upgrades, fuel farm installations, hazard beacon installation/replacement/removal, airport Master Plan and Layout Plan updates, environmental permitting, site planning, and the implementation of numerous 2020 Runway 14-32 Reconstruction, Fitchburg Municipal Airport other initiatives for our clients’ facilities. Mr. James A. Wheeler Berlin Regional Airport March 10, 2021 Page 2 Many of these projects have been accomplished in complex environments, including significant fresh and saltwater wetlands, marshlands, riverine areas, floodplains, rare species habitats, and sole source aquifer protection areas. These environmental constraints have required careful analysis and implementation of various (and often creative) engineering and environmental mitigation solutions. Gale has considerable experience working with the FAA, NHDOT/BA, and the myriad of stakeholders and agencies who are critical to a project’s success. Our services include providing clients with assistance throughout the entire program life cycle, from project inception to closeout. Specifically, we will assist with the following assignments, and other tasks if not referenced specifically: Development of Airport Capital Improvement Programs (CIPs) Preparation of Grant Applications and Grant Reimbursement Requests 2021 Jet-A Fuel Installation, Auburn-Lewiston Project scoping, scheduling, and budgeting Airport Environmental compliance (NEPA), including local, state, and federal environmental permitting Planning, engineering design, permitting, bid, and construction phase services (including resident engineering with in-house staff) Bidding assistance, including bid-tabulation and recommendation of award Development of FAA DBE Plans and associated reporting Continuous project and grant management, and administration through project closeout In addition to these services, the Gale team is comprised of Registered Professional Engineers, Planners, Architects, and Building Enclosure Specialists who are available to the City of Berlin and Berlin Regional Airport, as needed. We have the in-house staff expertise, capabilities, and depth to perform throughout the term of this contract. Where specialty services may be required, we have assembled a qualified team of subconsultants: NewEarth Ecological Consulting (DBE) for environmental services, Holden Engineering and Survey for land survey services, and Nobis Group (DBE) for geotechnical engineering. We have selected these firms for their quality services and their experience working in New Hampshire. In short, Gale will provide the City of Berlin and Berlin Regional Airport the experience and staff of a large firm, and the client service and attentiveness of a small, local firm. We look forward to the opportunity to partner with the Berlin Airport Authority to assist your team of professionals with the continued development of the Airport as a critical regional transportation resource. Should you have any questions, or if you would like to discuss our submittal in detail, please do not hesitate to contact me at 603-471-1887, or at [email protected]. Best regards, GALE ASSOCIATES, INC. Matthew P. Caron, AICP Jon F. Lindberg, P.E. Director of Aviation Services Principal SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION TO THE FIRM Whatever It Takes! THIS IS GALE Established in 1964, Gale Associates, Inc. is a design and consulting firm of aviation engineers and planners, civil and structural engineers, architects and building enclosure specialists. Gale’s Airport Engineering and Planning Group has been providing planning, permitting, design, and construction phase services to public and private aviation clients for over 30 years. Our staff is knowledgeable in all aspects of airport engineering and planning, and we are dedicated to delivering solutions that meet the unique needs of clients. Our Airport Engineering and Planning Group is in Bedford, New Hampshire. We provide a collaborative culture, which encourages opportunity for staff, respect, and a work/life balance, and we strive to be recognized annually as a “Best Firm to Work For.” Strong work ethics and exceptional client service is a direct result of our staff’s enthusiasm and excitement in our workplace. Gale’s Mission: Gale is a collaborative firm of Engineers, Architects, and Planners. We understand our clients’ unique needs and create practical, reliable, and sustainable solutions for their sites, facilities, and infrastructure. Our culture encourages respect, provides opportunity, supports a work-life balance, and strives for client satisfaction. Gale’s Vision: To be a premier design and consulting firm recognized for empowering employees, developing trusted relationships, and providing practical solutions to meet our clients’ individual needs. Airport Engineering Civil Engineering Landscape Athletic Facilities Building Enclosure Structural and Planning Architecture Planning and Design Design and Engineering Consulting Airport Engineering and Planning – Our Airport Engineering and Planning Group provides planning, navigating the numerous regulatory, permitting, and approval processes unique to the aviation industry. We provide a full range of services for airport and building infrastructure improvements, both airside and landside. Civil Engineering – Gale’s Civil Engineering Group provides comprehensive land planning and site engineering services. We perform evaluation and design services for public and private facilities including site layout, grading, hydrology and drainage design, flood analysis and mitigation design, landscape design, and utilities planning and design. Gale provides assistance with all aspects of local, state, and federal permitting. Landscape Architecture – Gale’s Landscape Architecture Group provides program development, concept and detailed site design, document production, construction phase services, and presentation imaging. Our field experience and knowledge of product and procedures gives our clients practical and cost- effective options within the design and construction trades. Project types range from municipal schools and public buildings, to athletic facilities, parks, and recreational areas. Athletic Facilities Planning and Design – Gale’s Athletic Facilities Consulting Group provides comprehensive athletic campus condition evaluations, program demand assessments, and master planning services. Our services include programming, planning, design, permitting, bid and construction phase consulting. We are experienced in designing high-use athletic fields, including natural and synthetic turf, and hard-court facilities. We specialize in planning well- integrated
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