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Home My WebLink AboutCRANSTON ENGINEERING WRIGHTSBORO ROAD WIDENING PHASE 1 DESIGN SERVICESM CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT WRIGHTSBORO ROAD WIDENING, PHASE I DESIGN SERVICES PROJECT NUMBED: 324 -04- 201824333 Abie L. Ladson, P.E., CPESC, Director Engineering Department CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT WRIGHTSBORO ROAD WIDENING, PHASE I DESIGN SERVICES PROJECT NUMBER: 324- 04-201824333 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE • REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL P1- P4 • ADDENDUM ➢ Addendum i • FEE PROPOSAL pi -2 • SCHEDULE Pi • CONSULTANT SERVICE AGREEMENT 1- 4 • CONTRACTOR'S DOCUMENTS 1 -12 ➢ Exception Sheet ➢ Statement of Non - Discrimination ➢ Conflict of Interest ➢ Certification Statement Local Vendor Preference ➢ Business Certificate ➢ RFP Form ➢ Contractor Affidavit and Agreement ➢ Subcontractor Affidavit ➢ Non - Collusion Affidavit of Bidder /Offeror ➢ Non - Collusion Affidavit of Subcontractors ➢ Good Faith Efforts (subcontractor & supplier contact form) ➢ LSB subcontractor /supplier utilization plan ➢ Bid Bonds • ATTACHMENT A ➢ Firm's Supporting Information Request for Proposals Request for Proposals will be received at this office until Friday, October 30, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. for furnishing: RFP Item 09 -170 Wrightsboro Road Widening, Phase I for Engineering Department RFPs will be received by Augusta, GA Commission hereinafter referred to as the OWNER at the offices of. Geri A. Sams Procurement Department 530 Greene Street - Room 605 Augusta, Georgia 30901 706- 821 -2422 RFP documents may be obtained at the office of Augusta, GA Procurement Department, 530 Greene Street — Room 605, Augusta, GA 30901. All questions must be submitted In writing to the office of the Procurement Department by Tuesday, October 20, 2009 @ 3:00 p.m. by fax at 706-821 -2811 or by mail. No RFP will be accepted by fax, all must be received by mail or hand delivered. The local bidder preference program is applicable to this project To be approved as a local bidder and receive bid preference on an eligible local project; this certificate and a copy of your local business license must be submitted with your bonafrde bid package. No RFP may be withdrawn for a period of 90 days after time has been called on the date of opening. An invitation for bids shall be issued by the Procurement Office and shall include specifications prepared in accordance with Article 4 (Product Specifications), and all contractual terms and conditions, applicable to the procurement. All specific requirements contained in the invitation to bid including, but not limited to, the number of copies needed, the timing of the submission, the required financial data, and any other requirements designated by the Procurement Department are considered material conditions of the bid which are not waiveable or modifiable by the Procurement Director. Please mark RFP number on the outside of the envelope. Bidders are cautioned that sequestration of RFP documents through any source other than the office of the Procurement Department is not advisable. Acquisition of RFP documents from unauthorized sources placed the bidder at the risk of receiving incomplete or inaccurate information upon which to base his qualifications. GERI A. SAMS, Procurement Director Publish: Augusta Chronicle Metro Courier cc: Tameka Allen Abie Ladson Hameed Malik September 24, October 1, 8, 15, 2009 September 30, 2009 Interim Deputy Administrator Engineering Department Engineering Department RFP 0 9-170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase 1 Specs Pagel RFP Item 09-170 Wrightsboro Road Widening, Phase I Due Date: Friday, October 30, 2009 at 11:00 A.M. I. PROBLEM STATEMENT: The Augusta - Richmond County Engineering Department is currently requesting design services for the Wrightsboro Road Widening, Phase I Project. This work will consist of the design and preparation of construction plans in accordance with Augusta - Richmond County Plan Presentation Guide. The scope consists of improvements on Wrightsboro Road from Augusta West Parkway to Marks Church Road. Design alternatives and studies will consist of lane additions, traffic signal upgrades, and intersection modifications. II. SERVICES TO BE RENDERED: The Engineering Department expects the following services to be rendered if necessary, but not limited to the following. 1. Soil Explorations. 2. The ability to prepare permit application to the United States Army Corp of Engineers and /or required permits needed to construct the project. 3. All Engineering studies such as traffic studies, drainage design, stage construction plans, etc. 4. Surveying and Mapping. 5. Preliminary Construction Plans. 6. Right -of -Way Plans. 7. Final Construction Plans and Contract Documents. 8. Construction Observation. III. EVALUATION CRITERIA: 1. Qualifications of Company. 2. Qualifications of Key Professionals that will actually train and mentor the technical staff of the Engineering Department. 3. Work Plan and Overall Service Schedule. 4. References (include specific individuals with addresses and telephone numbers). 5. Proposed Fee (Include breakdown for each task). RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase I Speer Paget Submit all required information for any subcontractor(s) that will be used to perform any part of the requested services. Contractor(s) will also be evaluated using the above listed criteria in that order of importance. Respondents must submit one (1) original and six (6) copies of their proposal in an opaque envelope to the address listed below by 11:00 a.m. on Friday, October 30, 2009. Any proposal received after this time and date will not be considered. All questions must be submitted in writing to the office of the Procurement Department by fax at 706 821 -2811 or by mail. The last day for questions to be submitted is Tuesday, October 20, 2009 by 3:00 p.m. The proposal must be signed by an official authorized to bind the firm to the project, and contain a statement to the effect that the proposal is binding for at least ninety (90) days from the closing date for submission of proposals. The full mailing address for proposals is as follows: Geri A. Sams, Procurement Director City of Augusta 530 Greene Street — Suite 605 Augusta, Georgia 30901 The city reserves the right to consider modifications to proposals prior to the award of a contract and to reject any and all proposals received as a result of the RFP. The city is not liable for costs incurred by respondents prior to contract award. Outline the fee the firm would charge for work included in the scope of services. Be as specific as possible include breakdown for each task. Please enclose fee structure in a separate sealed envelope labeled "Fee Structure for RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Road Widening Phase 1 The mailing address is 530 Greene Street, Room 605, Augusta, GA 30901, however, Augusta assumes no responsibility for proposals received after the advertised deadline or at any office or location other than that specked herein, whether due to mail delays, courier error, mishandling or any other reason. Firms that wish to join in a consortium must designate one firm as principal or lead firm. Consortiums will be evaluated according to the same requirements as a single firm. RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase I Specs Page3 WRIGHTSBORO ROAD WIDENING PHASE I PROJECT RFP 09 -170 Wdghtsboro Rd Widening Phase I Specs Page4 G E R G I A TO: All Bidders Phyllis Mills, Quality Assurance Analyst Abie Ladson, Engineering Department FROM: Geri Sams U pq Procurement Director DATE: October 23, 2009 SUBJ: Clarifications to Specifications and Answers to Vendor Questions RFP ITEM: RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Road Widening — Phase I RFP DUE: Friday, October 30, 2009 at 11:00 a.m. ADDENDUM NO. 1 THE FOLLOWING CLARIFICATIONS ARE HEREBY MADE TO THE RFP DOCUMENTS: Section III - Evaluation Criteria (pane 12 of 29): Replace: "Qualifications of Key Professionals that will actually train and mentor the technical staff of the Engineering Department. Replace With: "Qualification of Key Professionals that will actually design, prepare plans and specifications, provide requested services, and coordinate requested services with Augusta Engineering Department ". Replace: Proposed Fee (Include breakdown for each task). Replace With: "No fee markup will be allowed in the proposed fee for work done by the subcontractor /sub - consultant. If contract awarded, submit a copy of subcontractor /sub- consultant proposal including fee to Augusta Engineering Department." The following responses are provided to vendor questions Q uestion: Will the Subsurface Utility Engineering (SVE) be included in this contract? Response Yes, for pricing purpose assume Quality Level B. Q uestion: How are existing Utilities being handled? Response Scope and pricing shall include locating and mapping the existing utilities. Q uestion: Are underground utilities a concern? We can locate and map existing utilities within the project limits and avoid unnecessary relocations. Response Scope and pricing shall include locating and mapping the existing utilities. Existing utilizes shall be shown on construction /design sheets and be taken into account during design development process. Question What level of environmental documentation, if any, will be required on this project? Response Assume Environmental Documentation is not required. Q uestion: What Level if SUE will be required? Is quality level B adequate? Response Yes, for pricing purpose assume Quality Level B. Question Will the widening project include street lighting? Response Yes (replace in kind). Please acknowledge addendum in your submittal END ADDENDUM Room 605 - 530 Green Street, Augusta Georgia 30911 (706) 821 -2422 - Fax (706) 821 -2811 Addendum 1 RFP Item #09 -170 www.augustaga.gov Page 1 of 1 Register at www.demandstar.com/sgpvlier for automatic bid notification ice. - A xi Engineering SURVEYORS MIL A 462 EL.LIS STREET, AUGUSTA, GEORGIA 90801 POST OFFICE BOX 2648, AUGUSTA, GEORGIA 90909 TELEPHONE 706.722 -1688 FACSIMILE 706722.8979 mail@cranstonengineering.com THOMAS H. ROBERTSON, PE, AICP, RLS JAMES B. CRANFORD, JR., PE DENNIS J. WELCH, FE Geri A. Sams, Procurement Director Procurement Department 530 Greene Street- Room 605 Augusta, Georgia 30901 J. CRAIG CRANSTON, PE, RLS (RETIRED) October 30, 2009 Re: Request for Proposal- Wrightsboro Road Widening Phase I RFP #: 09 -170 Dear Ms. Sams, FEE PROPOSAL In response to your request for proposals, we are enclosing a separate Fee Proposal for your review in the selection of a design professional for Wrightsboro Road Widening, Phase I. Our fee for the anticipated work will be based on a lump sum of $196,430.00 and can be broken down in accordance with the attached itemized fee summary. We appreciate the opportunity to submit this proposal and hope you will find it complete and satisfactory for your needs. If you have any questions concerning the scope or services offered, or the fee, please do not hesitate to give us a call. Sincerely, CRANSTON ENGINEERING GROUP, P.C. LGC Ja ford, E. w 1 Fee Proposal Wrightsboro Road Widening Project RFP Item #09 -170 October 30, 2009 We propose to complete the requirements of the project in accordance with the scope of work presented in the Request for Proposal for the following Lump Sum amounts: • Soils Exploration (Graves Engineering Services, Inc.) $ 1,900.00 • Permits (NPDES, GDOT ENCROACHMENT, ETC.) $ 3,500.00 • Traffic Engineering Studies $ 11,650.00 o Data Collection (All Traffic Data) $ 3,000.00 • Field Surveying and Mapping $ 36,400.00 • Preliminary Construction Plans $ 55,420.00 • Right -of -Way Plans $ 12,620.00 • Final Construction Plans/ Contract Documents $ 36,945.00 • Construction Phase Services (including Bidding Assistance) $ 34,995.00 GRAND TOTAL $196,430.00 Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 CL to 1 ` 4 El. � � � I!i i�''�ll'i j� l j j� i I j j I � �� ( iilll� { i � i I�I� I 1, ( �' I i l i '� I i j �'! � j i �� I �' I � Ilj 1 I I � � I i i i i I 1� � II'' I � I � I I I � I � �� k fli ! 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Whereas, the CITY desires to engage a qualified and experienced consulting firm to furnish professional services: Proposal for the design and preparation of construction plans in accordance with Augusta - Richmond County Plan Presentation Guide for the Wrightsboro Road Widening, Phase I Project. Whereas, the CONSULTANT has represented to the CITY that it is experienced and qualified to provide the services contained herein and the CITY has relied upon such representation. Now, therefore, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenant herein contained, it is agreed by and between the CITY and the CONSULTANT that the CONSULTANT shall provide the design services of the Project. DESIGN CRITERIA The following publications shall be used as the basis for the engineering design services contained herein: Georgia Department of Transportation Standard Manuals and Specifications for the Construction of Roads and Bridges, current editions, and supplements thereto; American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Manuals for Arterial Streets, Rural, Urban, and Interstate Highways, Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Design, Development Documents, The Augusta Utilities Design Standards and Construction Specifications current edition. The CONSULTANT shall gather from the CITY all available data and information pertinent to the performance of the services for the Project. The CITY shall have the final decision as to what data and information is pertinent The CONSULTANT shall ensure that the data and information meet applicable standards as specified herein. The CONSULTANT shall report in writing any discovery of errors or omissions contained in the data and information furnished by the CITY. The CONSULTANT shall visit and become familiar with the Project site and shall become acquainted with local conditions involved in carrying out this Agreement. The CONSULTANT may request that a representative of the CITY be present during the site visit. The CONSULTANT shall recommend and secure the CITY'S written approval of, the manner of project plans presentation and the methods to be used in the plan preparation so that these plans can be best utilized, as determined by the CONSULTANT and approved by the CITY, in the orderly preparation of the detailed construction contract plans, specifications, and contracts. The AED Plans Preparation Guidelines, current edition, shall be utilized in the production of plans for the project. Upon receipt of the CITY'S written approval of the manner of the project plan presentation and methods of plan preparation, the CONSULTANT shall proceed with implementation of plan preparation. 2 AED CSA - Wrightsboro Rd Widening, Phase I Design Services AMOUNT OF CONTRACT It is agreed that the compensation hereinafter specified to perform the services (see Scope of Services) required by this Agreement includes both direct and indirect costs chargeable to the project, as further defined in Appendix C - Fee Proposal. Augusta Engineering Department Engineering Services: AED CSA - Wrightsboro Rd Widening, Phase I Design Services IN WITNESS WHEREOF, said parties have hereunto set their seals the day and year written below. Executed on behalf of CONSULTANT RECOMMEND FOR APPROVAL: Approved: Date: / / 1 - - 41 4 X - [ ATTTACHED CORPORATE SEAL] I Title: CITY OF AUGUSTA, GEORGIA r 6 Honorable fieke Copenhaver, Mayor qg lq Approved: Date: [ATTACHED CORPORATE SEAL] ATTEST: r AED CSA - Wrightsboro Rd Widening, Phase I Design Services Consultant Firm ,r G I'" 0 R G; I A EXCEPTION SHEET If the commodity (ies) and /or services proposed in the response to this bid is in anyway different from that contained in this proposal or bid, the bidder is responsible to clearly identify by specification section number, all such differences in the space provided below. Otherwise, it will be assumed that bidder(s) offer is in total compliance with all aspects of the proposal or bid. Below are the exceptions to the stated specifications: NONE lP 'Z�;f/ � Date °,signature Cranston Engineering Gro Company Vice President Title P. C. RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase I Specs Page 18 of 29 The undersigned understands that it is the policy of Augusta-Richmond County to promote full and equal business opportunity for all persons doing business with Augusta-Richmond County. The undersigned covenants that we have not discriminated, on the basis of race, religion, gender, national origin or ethnicity, with regard to prime contracting, subcontracting or parthering opportunities. The undersigned covenants and agrees to make good faith efforts to ensure maximum practicable participation ur local small businesses onthe bid nr contract awarded bvAuouata-R�hmond Cnunty. The undnmi d fu h nts that w# hmv* oomp}eked truthfully a`d - |y the required forms regarding good faith efforts and local small business subcontractor/supplier utilization. The undersigned further covenants and agrees not (o. engage in discriminatory conduct of any type against local small businesses, |n conformity with Augusta-Richmond County's Local Small Business Opportunity Program. Set forth below is the signature of an officer of the bidding/contracting entity with the authority ho bind the entity. The undersigned acknowledge and warrant that this Company has been made aware. of understands and agrees N take affirmative action to pr8vide such companies with the maximum practicable opportunities tudo business with this Company; That this promise of non-discrimination as made and set forth herein shall be continuing in nature and shall remain |n full force and effect without interruption; That the promises of non-discrimination an made and met forth herein shall be and are hereby deemed to be made as part of and incorporated by reference into any contract or portion thereof which this Company may hereafter obtain and; That the failure of this Company to satisfactorily discharge any of the promises of nondiscrimination ao made and set forth herein shall constitute a material breach of contract entitling the City nfAugusta to declare the contract in default and to exercise any and all applicable rights remedies including but not limited to cancellation of the oon¢nant, termination of the contract, suspension. and debarment from future contra ~�' \ nibes, and withholding and or forfeiture of compensation due and owing ono contract. / of Attesting / Title of Attesting Party this My commission expires: AV This form MUST be submitted with RFP package. NO Exception(s) will be grante RFP 09wmWrightsbmRdWidening Phase |S pecs Page 19 of 29 CONFLICT OF INTEREST: It shall be unethical for any City of Augusta business or participant directly or indirectly in a procurement contract when the employee or official knows that: (a) the employee or official or any member of the employee's or official's immediate family has a substantial interest or financial interest pertaining to the procurement contract, except that the purchase of goods and services from businesses which a member of the Commission or other City of Augusta employee has a financial interest is authorized as per O.C.G.A. 36 -1 -14, or the procurement contract is awarded pursuant to O.C.G.A. 45 -10 -22 and 45- 10 -24, or the transaction is excepted from said restrictions by O.C.G.A. 45- 10 -25; (b) Any other person, business, or organization with whom the employee or official of any member of an employee's or Official's immediate family is negotiating or has an arrangement concerning prospective employment t is involved in the procurement contract. Any employee or official or any member of an employee's or official immediate family who holds a substantial interest or financial interest in a disclosed blind trust shall not be deemed to have a conflict of interest with regard to matters pertaining to thatsubstantial interest or financial interest. I, (vendor) James B. Cranford, Jr. have read and understand the information contained in the bid specifications. Vendor Name: Cranston Engineering Group, P. C. Address: 452 Elli Street City &State: Augusta, GA 30901 Phone #:x706) 7221588 Signature: ; / / ►J v /� Bid Item Numberarind Neme: 209 Wri Fax #(706) 722 -837 Date: O Zo 9� htsboro Road Widen -Phase I This form MUST be submitted with RPP package. NO Exception(s) will be granted RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro. Rd Widening Phase i Specs Page 20 of 29 G E` °() R G 1 A Certification Statement Local Vendor Preference I certify that my company meets all of the following qualifications to be eligible for the local vendor preference: (1) That my company has a fixed office or distribution point located in and having a street address within Augusta for at least six (6) months immediately prior to the issuance of the request for competitive bids or request for proposals by Augusta; and (2) That my company holds any business license required by the Augusta Richmond County Code for at least 6 months (3) That my company employs at least one (1) full time employee, or two (2) part time employees whose primary residence is in Augusta, or if the business has no employees, the business shall be at least fifty percent (50 %) owned by one or more persons whose primary residence is in Augusta. (4) Attached is a copy of my Augusta Business License Company Name: Cranston Engineering Group, P. C. Address: 452 Ellis Street Augusta, GA 30901 Business License Number 2009- 014493 Phone Number: (706) 722 -1588 Fax Number: (706) 722 -837 Owner's Name: James 13. Cranford, Jr. Signature., Sworn to before me this yli 1 + �! Notary Public for the State of l &qld- My Commi sion Expires ) ��2r8' oryall Notary Public Signature Printed Name: ? ; i p : 0 LW � Q's VENDOR DO NOT COMPLETE �, R,_ti.. �__...• ;�� To be completed by Authorized City Representative from Augusta Richmond County Procurement Vendor Certified: Authorized Signature Date: To be approved as a local bidder and receive preference on an eligible local project, this certificate and a copy of your local business license must be submitted with your bonafide RPP package. RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase I Specs Page 21 of 29 THIS CERTIFICATE IS TO BE POSTED IN A CONSPICUOUS PLACE IN THE BUSINESS HEREIN DESCRIBED. BUSINESS CERTIFICATE LCCOUNT 2009 4014493 SSUE DATE .01/27/2009 ; ERTIFICATE ISSUED IN NAME OF ;RANSTON ENGINEERING GROUP PC AUGUSTA THIS CERTIFICATE EXPIRES M11 Thursday, December 31, 2009 Yearly 01/01/2009 - 12/31/2009 1736 SIC CODE 54133 BUSINESS ENGINEERSEV CATEGORY ;USINESS LOCA�9N 52 ELLIS ST f ERTIFICA SS IN RMATION ;RANSTON ROBERTSON & WHITEHURS 52 ELLIS ST UGUSTA, GA 30901 1� MAILING ADDRESS INFORMATION CRANSTON ENGINEERING GROUP PC P 0 BOX 2546 AUGUSTA, GA 30903 THE LICENSE AND INSPECTION DEPARTMENT STALL HAVE THE RIGHT TO SUSPEND ANY CERTIFICATE IF THE BUSINESS VIOLATES ANY LAW OR ORDINANCE OF THE UNITED STATES, THE STATE OF GEORGIA, OR RICHMOND COUNTY. COPY 117792 RFP FORM City of Augusta Procurement Dept 530 Greene Street Suite 605 Augusta, Georgia 30901 ATTN: Procurement Director Other (Please attach copy) Name of Bidder: Cranston Engineering Group, P. C. Street Address: 452 Ellis Street City, State, Zip Code: Augusta, GA 30901 Phone: (706) 722 -1588 Fax: (706) 722 -8379 Email : mail @cr anstonengineering.com Do You Have A Business License In The State Of Georgia? (Check One) Yes: X No: Licensed By What City /County Augusta - Richmond County Business License #: 2009-014493 Fed Tax Id #: 58-1020808 Acknowledgement Of Addendum: Check and Initial the appropriate box: FA Business Location: (Check One) Augusta Richmond County THE UNDERSIGNED PROPOSES TO FURNISH THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN STRICT CONFORMANCE TO THE RFP SPECIFICATIONS AND RFP INVITATION ISSUED BY THE CITY OF AUGUSTA FOR THIS RFP. ANY EXCEPTIONS ARE CLWLY MARIA V THE ATTACHED COPY OF RFP SPECIFICATIONS: Signature: 1 ©! Zt� °9 This form MUST be submitted with RFP package. NO Exception(s) will be granted RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase I Specs Page 22 of 29 Addenda 1 X Initial Addenda 5 Initial Addenda 2 Initial Addenda 6 Initial Addenda 3 Initial Addenda 7 Initial Addenda 4 Initial Addenda 8 Initial FA Business Location: (Check One) Augusta Richmond County THE UNDERSIGNED PROPOSES TO FURNISH THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN STRICT CONFORMANCE TO THE RFP SPECIFICATIONS AND RFP INVITATION ISSUED BY THE CITY OF AUGUSTA FOR THIS RFP. ANY EXCEPTIONS ARE CLWLY MARIA V THE ATTACHED COPY OF RFP SPECIFICATIONS: Signature: 1 ©! Zt� °9 This form MUST be submitted with RFP package. NO Exception(s) will be granted RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase I Specs Page 22 of 29 Bid /RFPlRFQ # 09- 110 CONTRACTOR AFFIDAVIT AND AGREEMENT By executing this affidavit, the undersigned contractor verifies its compliance with O.C.G.A. 13- 10 -91, stating affirmatively that the individual, firm, or corporation which is contracting with Augusta Richmond County Board of Commissioners has registered with and is participating in a federal work authorization program* [any of the electronic verification of work authorization programs operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security or any equivalent federal work authorization program operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security to verify information of newly hired employees, pursuant to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 (IRCA), P.L. 99- 603], in accordance with the applicability provisions and deadlines established in O.C.G.A 13- 10 -91. The undersigned further agrees that, should it employ or contract with any subcontractor(s) in connection with the physical performance of services pursuant to this contract with Augusta Richmond County Board of Commissioners, contractor will secure from such subcontractor(s) similar verification of compliance with O.C.G.A 13 -10 -91 on the Subcontractor Affidavit provided in Rule 300- 10- 01 -,08 or a substantially similar form. Contractor further agrees to maintain records of such compliance and provide a copy of each such verification to the Augusta Richmond County Board of Commissioners at the time the subcontractor(s) is retained to perform such service. JFOR7597 E- Verify * User Identification Number James B. Cranford, Jr. Printed Name of Authorized Officer or Agent SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN BEFORE ] ON THIS T E ;,D� / DAY OF Notary Public My Commission Expires: Rev. 8/26/09 Date: Q 1-?— 0' Georgia Law requires your company to have an E- Verify*User Identification Number on or after July 1, 2009. For additional information: State of Georgia http: / /www.dol .state.ga, u s /pdf /rules /300 10 1_pdf https: //e-verify.uscis.gov/en roll/ A- A '1 fteu jOTf RY SEAL %0 4Cr 0 r 5'``D W ITH YOUR SUBMITTAL RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase I Specs Page 23 of 29 Vice President Title of Authorized Officer or Agent of Contractor Bid /RFP /RFQ# SUBCONTRACTOR AFFIDAVIT By executing this affidavit, the undersigned subcontractor verifies its compliance with O.C.G.A. 13 -10- 91, stating affirmatively that the individual, firm, or corporation which, is engaged in the physical performance of services under a contract with on behalf of Augusta Richmond County Board of Commissioners has registered with and is participating in a federal work authorization program* [any of the electronic verification of work authorization programs operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security or any equivalent federal work authorization program operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security to verify information of newly hired employees, pursuant to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 ([RCA), P.L. 99- 603), in accordance with the applicability provisions and deadlines established in O. C. G. A 13- 10 -91. E- * User Identification Number / 115_1 7 f'.fzS Comp Na e� Date: B . Authorized Officer or Agent (Contractor Signature) Title of Authorized Officer or Agent of Contractor Tinted Name of Authorized Officer or Agent SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN T E ON THIS THEr) DAY, F si . ` —JENNIFER Richmond County state of Georgia MV Commisslon Expires Sel 200q 2013 Georgia Law requires your company to have an E- Verify *User Identification Number on or after July 1, 2009. For additional inforniation: State of Georgia http:/ /www.dol-state. . qa.us/pdf/ruies/300 10 1.pdf tittps:He NOTARY SEAL MUST BE RETURNED WITH YOUR SUBMITTAL there are no subcontracting opportunities, please fill out the form (N /A, sign, date and notarize). ev. 8'26.09 RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase I Specs Page 24 of 29 Bid /RFP /RF4# 0LI ' I SUBCONTRACTOR AFFIDAVIT By executing this affidavit, the undersigned subcontractor verifies its compliance with O.C.G.A. 13 -10- 91, stating affirmatively that the individual, firm or corporation which is eng�yed in the physical 4in eYC performance of services under a contract with _Lr� PS - n Fv� Ag i ion behalf of Augusta Richmond County Board of Commissioners has registered with and isci ating in a federal work authorization program* [any of the electronic verification of work authorization programs operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security or any equivalent federal work authorization program operated by the United States Department of Homeland Security to verify information of newly hired employees, pursuant to the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 ([RCA), P.L. 99- 603), in accordance with the applicability provisions and deadlines established in O. C. G. A 13- 10 -91. j0d. 3 -;d7 E- Verify * User Identification Number Company Name BY: Authorized Officer or Agent (Contractor Signature) nel u.Tik CA ea k't- Title of Authorized Officer or Agent of Contractor Printed Name of Authorized Officer or Agent SUBS RIBED AND SWORN BEF E ON PHIS [9AY OF ( - 200 Date: I U — i:2 - 0 Georgia Law requires your company to have an E- Verify*User Identification Number on or after July 1, 2009. For additional information: State of Georgia httoJ /www dol state as us/odflrules /300 10 1 odf htttps: / /e- verify.uscis.cov /en roll/ e �mfer . / / % mis ? NOTARY SEAL ,�� N °! `� VD i `� l ' t �Gg MUST BE RETURNED WITH YOUR SUBMITTAL If there are no subcontracting opportunities, please fill out the form (N /A, sign, date and notarize). Rev. 826.09 RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase I Specs Page 24 of 29 In accordance with the Laws of Georgia, the following affidavit is required by all vendors NON - COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT OF BIDDER/OFFEROR 1, James B. Cranford Jr. certify that this bid or proposal is made without prior understanding, agreement or connection with any corporation, firm or person submitting a bid for the same work, labor or service to be done or the supplies, materials or equipment to be furnished and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. 1 understand collusive bidding is a violation of state and federal law and can result in fines, prison sentences and civil damages awards. I agree to abide by all conditions of this bid or proposal and certify that I am authorized to sign this bid or proposal for the bidder. Affiant further states that pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 36 -91 -21 (d) and (e), Cranston Engineering Group P.C. has not, by itself or with others, directly or indirectly, prevented or attempted to prevent competition in such bidding or proposals by any means whatsoever. Affiant further states that (s)he has not prevented or endeavored to prevent anyone from making a bid or offer on the project by any means whatever, nor has Affiant caused or induced another to withdraw a bid or offer for the work. Affiant further states that the said offer of Cranston Engineeri Group P.C. is bona fide, and that no one has gone to any supplier and attempted �,o get such person or company to furnish the materials to the bidder only, or if furnished to any other bidder, t at tle material shall be at a higher price. Sig ure , f Attesting P Vice President Title of Attesting Party Sw t bscribed be or me t is day of 19 200 ary Signature Notary Public: County: Commission Expires: Failure to properly execute the above affidavit must be considered grounds for rejecting vendor submittal RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase I Specs Page 25 of 29 G E O R G I A In accordance with the Laws of Georgia, the following affidavit is required by all vendors NON - COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT OF SUBCONTRACTOR I, � I'_ "� AYL n SLJ i) H 5o'-e certify that this bid or proposal is made without prior understanding, agreement or connection with any corporation, firm or person submitting a bid for the same work, labor or service to be done or the supplies, materials or equipment to be furnished and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. I understand collusive bidding is a violation of state and federal law and can result in fines, prison sentences and civil damages awards. I agree to abide by all conditions of this bid or proposal and certify that I am authorized to sign this bid or proposal for the bidder. Affiant further states that pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 36 -91 -21 (d) and (e), r- ,2IIu' S F %� S„ s �l�d� 5, -�2UrG s has not, by itself or with others, directly or indirectly, prevented or attempted to prevent competition in such bidding or proposals by any means whatsoever. Affiant further states that (s)he has not prevented or endeavored to prevent anyone from making a bid or offer on the project by any means whatever, nor has Affiant caused or induced another to withdraw a bid or offer for the work. Affiant further states that the said offer of Srn ✓i h -� is bona fide, and that no one has gone to ny supp er and attempted to get such person or company to furnish the materials to the bidder only, or if fur ed to7 other bidder, that the material shall be at a higher price, ature of Attesting Party _Bzt S T' Title of Attesting Party Sworn t and subs ri ed b fore me day of Votary ignature JotaryPub L JENNIFER BAREFIELD Ngl i C Richmond County younty;; to of Goorglo NOTARY SEAL 200 9 Failure to properly execute the above affidavit must be considered grounds for rejecting vendor submittals there are no subcontracting opportunities, please fill out the form (NIA, sign, date and notarize), RFP 09-170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase I Specs Page 26 of 29 G _E%0 R G I A In accordance with the Laws of Georgia, the following affidavit is required by all vendors NON - COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT OF SUBCONTRACTOR I, /1lhie>'L %rrn certify that this bid or proposal is made without prior understanding, agreement or connection with any corporation, firm or person submitting a bid for the same work, labor or service to be done or the supplies, materials or equipment to be furnished and is in all respects fair and without collusion or fraud. I understand collusive bidding is a violation of state and federal law and can result in fines, prison sentences and civil damages awards. 1 agree to abide by all conditions of this bid or proposal and certify that I am authorized to sign this bid or proposal for the bidder. Affiant further states that pursuant to O.C.G.A. Section 36 -91 -21 (d) and (e), has not, by itself or with others, directly or indirectly, prevented,,or attempted to prevent competlti ~ n in such bidding or proposals by any means whatsoever. Afflant further states that (s)he has not prevented or endeavored to prevent anyone from making a bid or offer on the project by any means whatever, nor has Affiant caused or induced another to withdraw a bid or offer for the work. Affiant further states that the said offer of At t "circa ;c �a� YJu2S {I bona fide, and that no one has gone to any supplier and attempted to get such j'ierson r cod mpany to furnish the materials to the bidder only, or If furnished to any other bidder, that the material shall be at a higher price. Signature of Attesting Party Title of Attesting Party to and subscri before a this day of /` 200 `�� ` f ey. Not i nature �` .•'pomrt»'••. .`� y Notary County Commi; O •a �� `� Z iG % ao��'` NOTARY SEAL Failure to properly execute the above affidavit must be considered grounds for rejecting vendor submittals If there are no subcontracting opportunities, please fill out the form (NIA, sign, date and notarize). RFP 09 -170 Wrightsboro Rd Widening Phase I Specs Page 26 of 29 (D U) ca ca < LL 76 CD 0 co a) cn D Z .j D 0 0 CL CL Ls; . L CL W r- o 0 U. cu Z (4 — co o ix U- uj o U. Lu CL a) cn (L R to LL oa D Ix 000 2 o 0 Q q? 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Z in m a C C , M Im (D ari z 0 y Y OM I- 0 ov Z o :1 ,= C CL M - CL r E m 0 . 4) CL o T 0 0 E z O O H q) q) cx 0 0 �4 E m z CL 04 1. S- ILI -0N ti c t. 5 to z Q 0 Co C\l U C\j 00 fli .cz J� E 0 Q :3 42 o c -E2 0 lz SZ E Z z M E 0 U chi 8 A (D a-Z co CQ U> as CD cu _0 ti 0 Cr Engineering SURVEYORS 452 ELLffi STREET AUGUSTA, GEORGIA 80901 POST OFFICE BOX 2546, AUGUSTA, GEORGIA 80908 TELEPHONE 706- 722.1589 FACSIMnX 706 - 722-8879 mail@cranstonengineering.com THOMAS H. ROBERTSON, PE, Aim, RLS JAMES B. CRANFORD, at, PE DENNIS J. WELCH, PE J. CRAIG CRANSTON, FE, RIB UtF rIKED) October 30, 2009 Geri A. Sams, Procurement Director Procurement Department 530 Greene Street- Room 605 Augusta, Georgia 30901 Contact Person: James B. Cranford, Project Manager Dear Ms. Sams, Re: Request for Proposal- Wrightsboro Road Widening Phase I RFP #: 09 -170 Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. 452 Ellis Street Augusta, Georgia 30901 Telephone: 706-722-1588 Facsimile: 706 - 722 -8379 Email: JBCranford @cranstonengineering.com We are herewith submitting one original and six copies of our Technical Proposal and a separate Fee Proposal for RFP # 09 -170 indicating our desire to be selected to perform the engineering and surveying services necessary for the Wrightsboro Road Widening Phase I project. We appreciate the opportunity to provide this proposal and hope to continue our service to Augusta Engineering Department. We trust that you will find our qualifications satisfactory to perform the tasks required in this contract and that you will select our team to accomplish this important work. We stand ready to meet with you about this exciting assignment and are prepared to finish any additional information or to answer any question you may have. This proposal is binding for at least 90 days from the closing date for submission of proposals. Sincerely, CRANSTON ENGINEERING GROUP, P.C. LGC J J s B. Cranfo P.E. I. INTRODUCTION This qualification statement provides in -depth information on Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., as well as responses to the key requirements as defined in the request for qualifications. Our firm has been in business for over forty years and provides the core skills in engineering and surveying that are essential to this assignment. Our personnel are highly experienced in formulating successful designs throughout the southeast, as well as executing important public projects in the Augusta area. Our project manager, Jim Cranford, has accomplished municipal projects for many local governments in Georgia including the City of Augusta, and has extensive experience with projects almost identical to the Wrightsboro Road Widening project. Our project work plan includes the tasks outlined in the request for qualifications, but adds a few ingredients that will be helpful in the success of the widening project. In summary, we believe that our firm is the best qualified to provide the design services needed for the Wrightsboro Road Widening project because: • We have extensive prior knowledge of the project, which includes previous studies of the project corridor between Marks Church Road and Augusta West Parkway. • We are familiar with the geography, constraints, and limitations in the area. • Our team has extensive experience in permitting similar projects. • Our firm is large enough to provide the necessary personnel to accomplish the assignment expeditiously, yet small enough that our principals will be intimately involved in the work. • We will deliver the products you need to support your management decisions within the prompt time frame and at a mutually agreed upon competitive fee. • We will provide timely local service during the entire project, including construction. • The current schedule of our Transportation Design Group will allow us to begin work immediately if this contract is awarded to our firm. • We are familiar with the Augusta Richmond County Plan Presentation Guide and our experience and commitment to producing quality deliverables in a timely manner will allow us to meet or exceed the project schedule(s). • We have served as a transportation consultant to Augusta Engineering Department for over thirty years and have an excellent working relationship with all team members. A4 Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 II. FIRM BACKGROUND Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. Office Location: 452 Ellis Street Augusta, Georgia 30901 Telephone: 706 -722 -1588 Facsimile: 706 - 722 -8379 Office Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (M -F) E -mail: mail @cranstonengineering.com Years in Business: 42 Website: www.cranstonenginecring.com No. of Employees: 33 Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. is a leading consulting firm that provides land use planning, landscape design, civil engineering, structural engineering, transportation engineering, traffic engineering and land surveying services throughout the Southeast. Since our founding in 1967, we have specialized in creating design solutions that meet our clients' expectations and enhance the communities in which they are located. Our people work constantly to achieve quality results by applying good design practices, the latest technology, and teamwork with complementary professionals. We regularly provide professional services to governmental, industrial and private development clients for a wide variety of projects. We are dedicated to providing cutting -edge design solutions to enable our clients to conceive and implement their goals, regardless of size, scope or complexity. We believe that our team of professionals represents an outstanding combination of experience, personnel, and facilities to accomplish the necessary analytical services for your project and that we can provide clear reporting, within a reasonable time limit and at a competitive fee. Cranston Engineering Group. P.C. is enjoying our forty- second year of providing engineering services to clients in the Augusta area and beyond. We currently have a staff of thirty -three professionals engaged in the disciplines of civil engineering, landscape architecture, structural engineering, transportation engineering, traffic engineering, land use planning and land surveying. These include staff engineers, landscape architects, engineering technologists, computer -aided designers, surveyors and surveying personnel, and administrative staff that are Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Stmt, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 qualified to contribute efficiently to the firm's various projects. We regularly provide these services for governmental and private clients throughout the states of Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina. III. PROJECT APPROACH PROJECT UNDERSTANDING The Wrightsboro Road Widening project will improve the flow of traffic along one of the most heavily congested roadways in the City of Augusta. The project corridor consists of Wrightsboro Road from Marks Church Road to Augusta West Parkway, including the I -520 interchange. Wrightsboro Road serves major commercial development along both sides of the road along the whole corridor proposed for study. The density of commercial development in this area, which includes the largest shopping center in Augusta, has resulted in numerous accesses and closely spaced traffic signals along Wrightsboro Road. Six signalized intersections serving public roads and private development currently exist within the 0.6 -mile project corridor. The signal density and the high volume of vehicles depending on this corridor contribute to congestion in this area during the peak hours on both weekdays and the weekends. Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. fully understands the complexity of maintaining efficient traffic flow in these conditions. We have studied this corridor many times and know the physical and operational constraints presented by commercial developments and the Bobby Jones Expressway overpass and interchange. Cranston Engineering Group will use a combination of traffic analysis and site observations to develop a conceptual plan that considers the potential for widening, signal upgrades, signage and striping, wayfinding, and any other tools that will maximize the available capacity while minimizing negative impacts to property owners. We will then design a system of feasible improvements, prepare construction plans, and coordinate the construction of the project. The following sections detail our project approach and the scope of services we propose to provide. , 4 Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING Preliminary engineering services include a pre - design meeting with City of Augusta staff, performing or validating field survey, soil explorations, and concept development. Upon award Of this project, Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. will schedule a kick -off meeting with City staff in order to discuss the goals of the project, identify constraints, and present our design ideas and approach. This information will be used to develop a design concept for approval. It is our understanding that a significant portion of the surveying along Wrightsboro Road has been prepared by another firm, but may be available for our use on this project. Cranston Engineering Group will field verify this data and obtain any additional survey that may be needed for final design of our approved concept. Cranston Engineering Group also anticipates performing limited subsurface utility engineering (SUE) in order to designate utilities in the study area. We propose a Quality Level B SUE, which determines the horizontal position of utilities and surveys to project control. We will use all survey data to develop a digital terrain model (DTM) in Caice Visual Transportation version 10.1 which is used by the Georgia Department of Transportation. This DTM will be validated by the registered land surveyor responsible for the project data in order to ensure that the topographic information created for this project will provide accurate earthwork calculations following the development of the roadway construction plans. In addition to the development of topographic data, the project team proposes to perform research in order to determine the owners and extents of the adjacent properties. This property data will be validated and then provided to the engineers in order to determine if any additional right -of -way will be necessary for this project. Each parcel along this portion of the roadway will be imported into Caice Visual Transportation 10.1 as a parcel geometry chain. The project team will use the tools in Caice to develop the required right -of -way and easements for this project. Should any additional right -of -way be necessary for this project, the project team will develop plats for the City as well. Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. has included Graves Engineering Services to perform all soil sampling and testing for this project. Graves will perform approximately 10 hand auger Cranston Engineering GrouP, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 borings in the grassed right -of -way areas adjacent to the existing roadway to depths of approximately three to five feet in locations where turning lane and roadway widening improvements are proposed. If the preliminary design determines that any retaining walls are needed; additional borings will be done in these areas to depths of five to seven feet. The condition/strength of the subgrade materials will be tested using dynamic cone penetration testing. Dynamic cone penetration resistances will be recorded and logged at 1 -foot intervals. Soil strength parameters and engineering properties will be determined based on correlations of cone penetration resistance and soil type as determined by laboratory testing and engineering judgment. The soils encountered will be classified using the Unified Soil Classification System (USCS). Following the field exploration and lab classification testing activities, Graves Engineering Services will prepare a report of subsurface exploration for the site. The report will contain a review of the information provided to Cranston Engineering Group P.C., a discussion of the site and subsurface conditions with relevant boring location plans, boring logs and field and laboratory test results, a description of field and laboratory testing procedures, and foundation, earthwork, and pavement recommendations. The pavement recommendations will include recommended California Bearing Ratios (CBR) and Soil Support Values (SSV) to be utilized in the design of the proposed pavement section. All field and laboratory activities shall be performed under the direct supervision of a professional engineer registered in the state of Georgia. PREPARATION OF PERMIT APPLICATIONS It is anticipated that this project will require permitting for a linear project under the NPDES General Permit for Storm Water Discharges Associated with Construction Activity for Infrastructure Projects. We will prepare and submit the Notice of Intent (NOI) and the Notice of Termination (NOT). The submittal fees are not included in our costs, as it is anticipated that they will be paid directly by the City. The project will also require an encroachment permit from the Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) for any location where the work interfaces with the GDOT rights of 4 Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 way or easements. We will prepare the necessary documents and drawings and coordinate with GDOT. No stream buffer variances or United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACOE) Section 404 Wetland permits are anticipated for this project. For the purposes of this proposal, environmental documentation is not anticipated. TRAFFIC STmY This project will investigate improvements that will improve traffic flow along Wrightsboro Road between Marks Church Road and Augusta West Parkway. Several recent studies have been performed along this corridor including a study performed by Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. which evaluated the intersections of Wrightsboro Road with Marks Church Road and the two accesses to the Augusta Mall, and a corridor study performed by another firm. The project team will review the recommendations of these studies and determine if any additional improvements are necessary as a result of the analysis performed during this project. All Traffic Data Inc." a DBE firm specializing in traffic data collection, will perform the traffic data collection for this project. We propose to collect turning movement counts at all intersections within the project area during a typical weekday morning and evening peak period. Since this corridor serves the Augusta Mall and other shopping centers, we also propose to collect traffic data during a Friday evening peak period, and during a Saturday midday peak period. Depending on the award date, traffic data collection could fall within the Christmas shopping season, which would significantly affect traffic counts due to the location of Augusta Mall along this corridor. The City would need to determine the Christmas season is the desired design period or if counts should be postponed until mid -January or later. T >;s can be discussed in the project kick-off mek g. Following the data collection, the project team proposes to develop a SYNCHRO 7 traffic model for the project corridor. Separate models will be created for each peak traffic period studied as a part of this project. These models will be used to determine what improvements are necessary along the project corridor to provide acceptable operations to all traffic - 4— Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 movements. The existing traffic signal timings will be used in the model to accurately reflect the existing traffic conditions. We will also investigate the development of new traffic signal timings to provide the maximum amount of progression along Wrightsboro Road during the peak traffic periods. The project team will use the tools in SYNCHRO to develop the intersection phasing schemes, network cycle lengths, intersection phase times, and network offsets. The project team also proposes to assist the City of Augusta following the implementation of these signal timings to make necessary adjustments to the timing plans based upon actual field conditions. PRELIMINARY CONSTRUCTION PLANS Preliminary roadway construction plans will be developed using Caice Visual Transportation 10.1 and Microstation J drafting software to create the proposed horizontal alignments, vertical alignments, and cross sections for the roadway improvements developed by the traffic study. Should the City require the project to be designed using Civil 3D and AutoCAD software, Cranston Engineering Group is prepared to use these software packages as well. All proposed improvements will be designed in accordance with standards listed in the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials Geometric Design of Highways and Streets 2004 edition as well as the design policies of the City of Augusta. Any proposed turn lanes at the intersections within the project corridor will be designed basal upon required deceleration lengths and/or the required storage lengths, which will be basal upon the capacity analyses performed during the traffic study portion of this project. As part of the preliminary plan development, a drainage study will be prepared in accordance with the requirements listed in the City's Plan Presentation Guide. The drainage study will examine the pre and post project conditions in order to determine if any detention of stormwater runoff will be required. We do not anticipate that the additional runoff volumes will warrant the construction of a stormwater management facility. However, should the drainage study find that a detention pond is necessary we are prepared to offer the City the services required to design any required stormwater detention at an additional fee. Roadway drainage will be modified where improvements are constructed along Wrightsboro Road. Any additional pavement area constructed as a part of this project will increase the 41— Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 amount of runoff in the project corridor. The drainage study will examine the existing inlet spacing in the areas of new pavement and additional inlets will be placed along the corridor in order to minimize the spread of runoff to one half of the outside travel lane for these improved areas. The proposed drainage design will be verified using Hydraflow software to develop the hydraulic grade line in order to ensure that the proposed design is adequately sized to handle the peak runoff from the original design storm of the existing system. As per the City of Augusta's Plan Presentation Guide the preliminary plans will be submitted for review by city staff at the 30% design stage. All comments received by the City will be incorporated into the plan set and these plans will be resubmitted at the 60% design stage. All comments will again be incorporated into the plans for the final construction plans submittal to the City. At each submittal stage a detailed cost estimate will be developed for the project. These costs estimates will be created using GDOT's DETEST software which uses actual bids as the basis of unit costs for a more accurate cost estimate. In addition, the estimated cost of right -of -way acquisition will also be provided to the City. RIGHT -OF -WAY PLANS If the proposed improvements require acquisition of right -of -way or easements Cranston Engineering Group will determine the extent and location of the additional right -of -way and/or easements and will develop plats for the City which will show the required right -of -way and easements for filing in the City's records. In accordance with the City of Augusta's Plan Presentation Guide, the preliminary right -of -way plans will be submitted to the City along with the 60% complete submittal of the construction plans. Final right -of -way plans will also be submitted to the City along with the 90% complete construction plans. FINAL CONSTRUCTION PLANS AND CONTRACT DOCUMENTS Following the review of the 60% complete construction plans, Cranston Engineering Group will incorporate the review comments into the plans and will proceed to develop final construction plans for the project. When the plans are 90% complete, the construction plans will be submitted to the City again for the purposes of scheduling a final plan review with staff from the City and Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. The final construction plans shall Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1558 t incorporate the comments received during this final review into the plans to ensure that the plans are complete and all items have been addressed. In order to simplify the final contract documents for the project, the project team proposes to use the standard GDOT Standard Specifications for Construction of Transportation Systems. However, any special provisions of specifications will be developed by Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. during the final development of the project plans. BIDDING AND CONSTRUCTION PHASE SERVICES Upon completion of the design and permitting phases, Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. will attend a pre -bid meeting, attend the bid opening, prepare addenda, and provide assistance with contractor selection. During the construction phase, we will attend a preconstruction meeting, review shop drawings, and review construction materials and product submittals. Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. estimates that construction of the improvements will take 32 weeks, during which time, we will perform weekly observations. Our proximity to the project enables us to be on -site within minutes to address any questions or issues that may arise. Cranston Engineering Group will also review contractor pay requests, provide contract document interpretation for the contractor, review test reports, and provide monthly progress reports for the City of Augusta. This proposal assumes that Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. will not be responsible for materials testing. It is recommended that they City or the Contractor enlist these services once the scope of the widening becomes more defined. Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 IV. EXPERIENCE AND CAPABILITY FIRM EXPERIENCE Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. will serve as the project leader and will provide overall team management, planning, and engineering for the project. Our Transportation Group has worked for municipalities, private development, and state Departments of Transportation on a diverse array of transportation projects including traffic engineering, signal design, intersection design and improvements, and roadway design for local and state routes. The following pages present a sample of our engineering experience that demonstrates our qualifications and capacity to complete the required tasks on this project. We have included projects that exhibit our traffic engineering, roadway design, and construction oversight capabilities. Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 Project Related Experience US Route 1 Interchange Connector with 5 Street North Augusta, South Carolina Developed construction plans for a design build project along US Route 1 at the 5 street Connector in North Augusta, SC. The project involves the construction of an interchange to provide full access to the 5' Street Connector from both northbound and southbound US Route 1. Developed drainage plans, grading plans, erosion control plans, and verified compliance with AASHTO and SCDOT standards. Project Owner: South Carolina Department of Transportation Augusta Mall Expansion Augusta, Georgia Studied traffic impact to roadway corridors and expressways serving a 120,000 square foot lifestyle center at the Augusta Mall. The study recommended on -site lane configurations, access design, and several improvements for the Wrightsboro Road corridor for addition to the Augusta Regional Transportation Study which is the area's long range transportation plan. Project Owner: General Growth Properties, Inc. S.R. 133 Widening & Relocation STP- 0000 - 00(544) Brooks County, Georgia Surveying and Roadway design for new widening and relocation of approximately 6 miles of S.R. 133 through the town of Morven, Georgia near Valdosta, Georgia. Project Owner: Georgia Department of Transportation S.R. 16 Widening @ C.R. 157 Intersection Coweta County, Georgia Traffic analysis and design of new alignment and turning lanes of S.R. 16 and Luther Bailey Road in Senora, Georgia. Project also included design of new traffic signal. Project Owner: Georgia Department of Transportation S.R. 28 at Baston Road Intersection Improvements STP- 048 -1(37) Martinez, Georgia Widening of two lanes road to six lanes at intersection. Preparation of Soil Erosion and Sedimentation Control Plan Utilizing Best Management Practices in Conjunction with Georgia Department of Transportation Standards and Guidelines. Work included: Turning Movement Analysis, Capacity Analysis and Signal Design Including Pedestrian Phases, Signing and Striping Plans and Right -of -Way Plans Project Owner: Georgia Department of Transportation and Columbia County Board of Commissioners Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 Project Related Experience (continued) Washington Road Widening Columbia County, Georgia Widening of Washington Road from Flowing Wells Road to Club Car Drive. Project Owner: Georgia Department of Transportation Alexander Drive Widening and Relocation Project STP- 0001 - 00(794) Augusta, Georgia Design of approximately one mile of widening and relocation of Alexander Drive between Washington Road and Riverwatch Parkway. Water and sewer improvements were also included as part of the project. Performed surveying and engineering for the widening & realignment of existing roads and designed a water main to improve the water supply to transmission main in Riverwatch Parkway. Project Owner: Augusta - Richmond County Public Works S.R. 16 @ S.R. 74/85 STP - 0000 - 00(818) Coweta County, Georgia Traffic analysis and design of new turning lanes on S.R. 16 and S.R. 74 / 85. Project also included design of new traffic signal at intersection. Project Owner: Georgia Department of Transportation Wrightsboro Road Widening and Reconstruction, Augusta, Georgia (1998) Completed surveys, design, environmental permitting and right of way plans for the widening of Wrightsboro Road from two lanes to four lanes with a raised median. Project Owner: City of Augusta Boy Scout Road Widening Project Richmond County, Georgia Design and permitting of 1.8 miles of road widening & relocation of existing two -lane county road to provide uniform cross- section & turning lanes. Project Owner: City of Augusta Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 V. REFERENCES 1) David Norwood Georgia Department of Transportation #2 Capitol Square Atlanta, Georgia 30334 (404) 463 -3829 E -mail: davidnorwood(&dot.ga.go_v 2) George M. Brewer District Preconstruction Engineer Georgia Department of Transportation P.O. BOX 8 Tennille, GA 31089 (478) 552 -4629 Email: brewer@,dot.ga.gov 3) Ronnie Hutto Preconstruction Engineer Columbia County Roads & Bridges 2257 County Camp Road Appling, GA 30802 (706) 447 -7602 Email: rhutto@.columbiacountyga.yov 4) Tom Zeaser Engineer City of North Augusta 400 East Buena Vista Avenue North Augusta, South Carolina 29841 (803) 441 -4220 Email: tzeaser(&northau sta net 5) Drew Goins Interim Director Augusta Utilities Department 360 Bay Street, Suite 180 Augusta, Georgia 30901 Phone: (706) 312 -4152 E -mail: dgoins(cr�,augustaga ov w Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 VI. KEY PERSONNEL CRANSTON ENGINEERING GROUP P.C. James B. Cranford, P.E. — Project Manager Mr. Cranford currently serves as Manager for the Transportation Design Group. During his career, Mr. Cranford has designed or managed the design of numerous highway and road improvement projects, drainage, and hydraulic design projects. He also manages a team of traffic engineers and performs or oversees various signal design and installation projects and traffic studies for private development. He has been involved in nearly every aspect of transportation design for the firm preparing plans for private clients as well as municipal government agencies and state Departments of Transportation. Leah G. Cassell, P.E. — Lead Transportation Engineer Ms. Cassell is a Senior Transportation Engineer for Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. She has worked for public and private sector clients gaining experience in all aspects of Traffic Engineering. Her experience includes traffic impact and transportation studies, roadway design, signal design, traffic signal timing for both isolated traffic signals as well as coordinated traffic signal systems, parking studies, and development of access management plans. D. Scott Williams, P.E. — Lead Hydraulics Engineer Mr. Williams is the manager of our Municipal Design Group, specializing in engineering projects for cities, counties, and government institutions in Georgia and South Carolina. He is experienced at leading multi - disciplined design teams comprised of consultants, environmental scientists, surveyors, geotechnical engineers, and cultural resource specialists. John T. Attaway, R.L.S. — Chief Surveyor Mr. Attaway is the chief surveyor for Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. and has over thirty years experience and training as a land surveyor. He is thoroughly qualified in all aspects of land and route surveying and is experienced in all electronic distance measuring equipment and theodolites. He is responsible as both party chief and as project manager for surveys involving horizontal and vertical control, topographic information, construction layout, route location, hydrologic data, geodetic techniques, quantity measurements and various boundary surveys. 4 wV Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 GRAVES ENGINEERING SERVICES Graves Engineering Services was founded in 1995 and assists owners, architects, planners, design engineers and contractors in all phases of project design, development and property utilization. Our multi- disciplined approach includes environmental, geotechnical (soils and foundations) and construction materials engineering services. As principal engineer and President, Mr. Richard W. Swanson, P.E. has over 23 years experience in environmental, construction materials and geotechnical engineering consultation. Graves Engineering Services meets the general requirements of ASTM -E329 and is a member in good standing with American Council of Independent Laboratories. Graves Engineering Services also participates in the AASHTO reference testing program. Our technicians have certifications at various levels of NICET, ACI and ANSI. 4 Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 ry Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 dM „ ? JAMES B. CRANFoRD, JR., P.E. Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. Mr. Cranford is Vice - President and Principal Transportation Engineer for Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. and currently serves as Design Group ENGINEERS - PLANNERS - SURVEYORS Manager for the firm's Transportation Department. During his career, Mr. Cranford has designed and directed the design of numerous highway and Project Manager road improvement projects, drainage and hydraulic design projects, signal installations, and various traffic studies. He has been involved in nearly every aspect of transportation design for the firm preparing transportation Education design solutions for various clients including municipal government B.S. in Civil Engineering agencies and state Departments of Transportation. Selected projects that The Citadel, 1980 represent his experience include the following: Charleston, South Carolina RECENT ROADWAY PROJECTS Registrations & Licenses U.S. 1/Fifth Street Connector Interchange, Aiken County, South Carolina. Design of new interchange at U.S. 1 and the Fifth Street Connector in Professional Engineer: North Augusta, SC for SCDOT. Georgia No. 17052 STP- 0000 - 00(818) - S.R. 16 Widening @ S.R. 74 -85 Intersection, Coweta North Carolina No. 15249 County, Georgia. Design of new turning lanes on S.R. 16 and S.R. 74 / South Carolina No. 12059 85 for Georgia DOT. Project also includes design of new traffic signal Massachusetts No. 38401 at intersection. Florida No. 56477 Alabama No. 28604 STP- 0003 - 00(783) - S.R. 16 Widening @ C.R. 157 Intersection, Coweta County, Georgia. Design of new alignment y gi gn and turning lanes on S.R. 16 and Luther Bailey Road in Senoia, Georgia for Georgia DOT. Professional Project also includes design of new traffic signal. Affiliations S.R. 133 (GRIP) - STP- 0000 -00(544) - S.R. 133 Widening and Relocation Project, Brooks County, Georgia. Surveying and Roadway design for Georgia Society of Professional new widening and relocation of approximately 6 miles of S.R. 133 Engineers through the town of Morven, Georgia near Valdosta, Georgia for American Society of Civil Engineers Georgia DOT. American Society of Highway US 441 Widening, Rabun County, Georgia. Field surveying and alignment Engineers of 8.5 mile widening of road from two lane to four lane for the Georgia Institute of Transportation Engineers DOT from Clayton, Georgia to the North Carolina state line. Alexander Drive Widening, Augusta, Georgia. Field surveying and roadway design of 0.87 miles of road widening including new alignment with crossing of Rock Creek in Richmond County. S.R. 96 Widening and Reconstruction, Talbot/Taylor Counties, Georgia. Field surveying and roadway design of widening 6.35 miles of existing two -lane road to four lanes with grass median for Georgia DOT. RECENT TRAFFIC STUDIES Augusta Mall/Wrightsboro Road Corridor Study, Augusta, Georgia. Preparation of traffic study for major roadways around the Augusta Mall area to investigate existing traffic patterns and recommend improvements at all of the Augusta Mall entrances. ry Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 dM „ ? JAmEs B. CRANFORD, P.E. The Avenue at Furys Ferry Road and Riverwatch Parkway, Augusta, Georgia. Preparation of traffic study along Furys Ferry Road and Riverwatch Parkway to investigate signal warrants for new entrances of proposed 250,000 square foot retail lifestyle center. The study involved collecting traffic data using mechanical and board counters as well as the preparation of signal warrants, capacity analyses, trip generations, and trip distributions. Kimberly Clark Traffic Study, Beech Island, South Carolina. Preparation of traffic study for major roadways around the Kimberly Clark Plant in Beech Island to investigate the impact of a plant expansion and recommend improvements. The study involved collecting traffic data using mechanical and board counters as well as the preparation of signal warrants and capacity analyses. RECENT SIGNAL PROJECTS Red Bank Road at Naval Weapons Station Post 2 Entrance, Goose Creek, South Carolina. Preparation of traffic study, signal warrant, and design of new traffic signal at intersection. Signal was designed and installed in accordance with SCDOT design policy. Evans to Locks Road at Industrial Park Boulevard Intersection Improvements, Evans, Georgia. Addition of turning lanes and signal at intersection. S.R. 28 at Washington West Boulevard Intersection Improvements, Evans, Georgia. Addition of turning lanes and traffic signal at intersection. S.R. 28 at North Belair Road Intersection Improvements, Evans, Georgia. Addition of turning lanes and traffic signal at intersection. S.R. 28 at Club Car Drive Intersection Improvements, Evans, Georgia. Design new traffic signal at CSX Railroad and Club Car Drive. Signal included pre -empt phase for railroad. S.R. 28 at William Few Parkway Traffic Signal Warrant Analysis, Evans, Georgia. Provide signal warrant at New School Road intersection. Ronald Reagan Drive at Washington Road, Evans, Georgia. Design new traffic signal at congested intersection. Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 En ranston GroUD. P a��uu��•.r Senior Transportation Engineer Education B.S. in Civil Engineering (1996) M.S. in Civil Engineering (1997) Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, Georgia Registrations & Licenses Professional Engineer: Georgia No. 26693 South Carolina No. 25872 Professional Affiliations Institute of Transportation Engineers American Society of Highway Engineers LEAH GUILLEBEAU C ASSELL, P.E. Ms. Cassell is a Senior Transportation Engineer and has twelve years of traffic and transportation engineering experience, including transportation planning and engineering studies for Developments of Regional Impact (DRI), traffic impact studies, traffic modeling and simulation, signal warrant studies, parking demand studies, concept validation, and access and circulation studies. She has worked in -depth with many transportation related computer softwares, including: CAiCE, Microstation, CORSIM, a Selected projects that are representative of her experience are presented as follows: TRAFFIC IMPACT STUDIES / SIGNAL WARRANT STUDIES Kimberly Clark Plant Expansion, Aiken County, South Carolina. Studied traffic impact of the plant expansion during shift change times during the week and weekends. The study recommended improvements at five off -site intersections and each plant access. Signal warrant studies were completed for the main plant entrance and one off -site location. Conceptual design and cost estimates were provided for each short-term and long -term recommendation. Tractor Supply Company, Columbia County, Georgia. Performed a traffic impact and signal warrant study to determine the appropriate access configuration for a proposed mixed -use development with Tractor Supply Company as an anchor. Worked closely with Georgia DOT on the study finding and signal approval. Augusta Mall Expansion, Augusta, Georgia. Studied traffic impact of the addition of a 120,000 square foot lifestyle center at the Augusta Mall. The study recommended on -site lane configurations, access design, and several improvements for the Wrightsboro Road corridor for addition to the long range plan. ROADWAY PROJECTS S.R. 133 Bridge Replacement, Albany, Georgia. Project Engineer for roadway portion of bridge replacement project over Georgia - Florida Railnet. Project involves a change in grade of the existing roadway to meet the minimum clearance requirements over the existing railroad tracks. Steve Tate Highway Roundabout Design, Pickens County, Georgia. Project engineer for design of a roundabout and widening along Steve Tate Highway serving a proposed retail development in Big Canoe, Georgia. Alexander Drive Widening, Augusta, Georgia. Roadway and drainage design of 0.87 miles of road widening. Pawnee Drive / Neilson Street Roundabout Design, Aiken County, Georgia. Project engineer for design of a roundabout and roadway relocation. A W, Cranston Engineering Group, P .C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 LEAH G. CASSELL, P.E. TRANSPORTATION STUDIES The following projects represent experience on major projects performed at URS Corporation: Georgia Aquarium, Atlanta, Georgia. Performed a regional transportation study for Development of Regional Impact for approval by Atlanta Regional Commission (ARC) and Georgia Regional Transportation Authority (GRTA). The study included estimates of vehicular, transit, and pedestrian trips to the site, recommendations to improve access to the site, and off -site intersection improvements. Hines Symphony Center, Atlanta, Georgia. Performed a large -scale study for approval by ARC and GRTA for a high -rise office tower and relocated Symphony Center in Midtown Atlanta. The study included recommendations for off -site intersections, access arrangements, and parking requirements. Camp Creek Business Center, Fulton County, Georgia. Performed a regional transportation study for a business park along Camp Creek Parkway for submittal to ARC and GRTA. The study included growth projections, including all other approved projects in the area, access recommendations, and recommendations for off -site improvements. Perimeter Town Center, DeKalb County, Georgia. Performed a regional transportation study for a transit- oriented development located at the Dunwoody MARTA station adjacent to Perimeter Mall. The project included residential, office, and retail components. Projections of traffic for each mode of transportation were made and off -site and access improvements were recommended. City of Tucker Downtown Network Study, Tucker, Georgia. Project manager and lead engineer for a comprehensive traffic study for downtown Tucker, Georgia. This study looked at Main Street and all approaching routes to the downtown area to study the need for intersection improvements, railroad crossing treatments, and access consolidation. 4 Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 Cranston Engineering ltd + 7f J Group, RC. Lead Hydraulics Engineer Education Bachelor of Biological Engineering, University of Georgia, 2002 Registrations & Licenses Professional Engineer: Georgia No. 31775 Georgia Environmental Protection Division Certified Erosion Control Designer, Level H Certification ID 40362 Professional Affiliations Georgia Water Pollution Control Association D. SCOTT WILLIAMS, P.E. Mr. Williams leads the company's Municipal Design Group. His engineering experience with Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. has been multi- faceted, including such undertakings as storm drainage, road improvements, site developments, land subdivisions, athletic complexes, pumping stations, water works and wastewater systems. Mr. Williams specializes in projects for institutional and local government clients. He is experienced at working with multi- disciplined design teams comprised of consultants such as architects, environmental experts, surveyors, structural engineers, traffic engineers and other outside specialists for major municipal projects. Selected projects that represent his experience relevant to this project include the following: DRAINAGE Pointe West Drainage Improvements, Augusta, GA. Various drainage improvements and associated permitting in and around Pointe West Subdivision located in West Augusta including approximately 1600 LF of 36" storm culvert, approximately 1000 LF 60 ", 72" and 84" storm culvert, in situ repair of corrugated metal culverts and the repair /redesign of a previously breached detention facility. William Few Parkway Drainage Improvements, Columbia County, GA. Hydrology and hydraulic analysis, design and permitting for drainage improvements to William Few Parkway at Windmill Plantation, including approximately 2250 linear feet of 60" storm culvert. D'antignac Street Drainage Improvements, Augusta, GA. Hydrologic and hydraulic analyses, cost estimates, and report for drainage improvements for the areas surrounding University Hospital in Augusta, Georgia. Buena Vista Drainage Improvements, North Augusta, SC. Hydrology and hydraulic analysis and design for drainage improvements including box culverts and 84" concrete culverts. TRANSPORTATION Diamond Lakes Regional Park- Willis Foreman Road Entrance, Augusta, GA. Design of 3500 linear feet of new roadway associated with Diamond Lakes Park including paving, grading, drainage, and wetlands permitting. Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 4 Cranston Engineering Chief Surveyor Registrations & Licenses Professional Surveyor: Georgia No. 2512 South Carolina No. 14522 North Carolina No. 3500 Professional Affiliations Surveying and Mapping Society of Georgia South Carolina Society of Professional Surveyor JoHN T. ATTAWAY, R.L.S. Mr. Attaway is chief of the Surveying Department of Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., having taken over that role in 1984. He has been a surveying supervisor with the company since 1970 and has compiled an impressive record of field experience and training as a land surveyor. He is thoroughly qualified in all aspects of land and route surveying, with specialized experience in using electronic distance measuring equipment, theodolites, global positioning systems (GPS), and computers. Mr. Attaway has been responsible for a wide variety of surveys, including horizontal and vertical control, route location, topographic mapping, construction layout, GPS surveys, hydrographic measurements, geodetic techniques, quantity measurements and boundary surveys. He is a recognized authority on technical standards for land surveying in Georgia and is often called on to present classes on this subject through his involvement in the leadership of the Surveying and Mapping Society of Georgia. Mr. Attaway strives to produce land surveys that represent title lines on good field methods on the ground, thorough studies of realty records, and precise platting in the office. He is regularly responsible for preparing the boundary surveys, topographic and utility maps, and profiles that are used as base maps for civil engineering plans for the other departments within the firm. The following is a sampling of Mr. Attaway's experience on various types of endeavors. Wrightsboro Road Widening Project, Augusta, Richmond County, GA. Field surveys and legal research for design and platting of a 2.63 mile widening project for Augusta, Richmond County /Georgia Department of Transportation. S.R. 96 Widening and Reconstruction, Talbot and Taylor Counties, GA. Surveying for roadway design to include 4' bike lane in each direction. Alexander Drive Widening and Utilities Improvements, Augusta - Richmond County, GA. Surveying for roadway design to include 3' bike lane in each direction. Diamond Lakes Regional Park Master Plan, Augusta, GA. Surveying in preparation for design of a large scale recreational area including baseball, softball, soccer and water sports, attracting state and regional sporting events. U.S. 441 Widening and Relocation, Rabun County, GA. Surveying of 8 miles of U.S. 441 in preparation for road widening from Clayton City, Georgia to the North Carolina state line for the Georgia DOT. Blue Poppy Road, Aiken, SC. Surveying in preparation for design of 1.7 miles of existing dirt road to be widened and receive paving. U.S. Highway 1 Bypass Widening, Wadley, GA. Field surveys, computations and acquisition plats for 3.2 mile widening project for the Georgia Department of Transportation. Berckmans Road Widening Project, Augusta, Richmond County, GA. Field surveys and legal research for design and platting of a 1.5 mile widening project for Augusta, Richmond County, Georgia. Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 JoHN T. ArrAWAY, R.L.S Baston Road Intersection Improvements, Columbia County, GA. Field surveys and alignment of existing road and legal research for design and platting of acquisition plats of a 1.7 mile widening project. Alexander Drive/Washington Road Intersection Widening Project, Augusta, Richmond County, GA. Field surveys and legal research for design and platting of a 0.5 mile widening project for Richmond County, Georgia/Georgia Department of Transportation. Alexander Drive Widening Project, Augusta, Richmond County, GA. Field surveys and legal research for design and platting of 1.2 mile widening project for Augusta, Richmond County. Wheeler Road Widening, Richmond County, GA. Field surveys and legal research for design and acquisition plats of a 1.8 mile widening project. 4 . Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588 Richard W. Swanson Principal Engineer / President Graves Engineering Services, Inc. EDUCATION: Bachelor of Science, Civil Engineering, Clemson University, 1985 PROFESSIONAL REGISTRATIONS: Professional Engineer in South Carolina (Registration No. 13964) Professional Engineer in Georgia (Registration No. 22223) Professional Engineer in North Carolina (Registration No. 23390) Member, American Society of Civil Engineers TECHNICAL TRAINING: OSHA 40 Hour Hazardous Waste Safety Training • Environmental Site Assessments - Wetlands Training • AHERA Asbestos Inspector • Project Management • Liability and Loss Prevention • Savannah River Site(SRS) Radiation Worker Training • Troxler Radiation Safety Officer Training • Certified Soil Scientist • NPDES Storm Water PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE: 5/95 to Present Graves En ineering Services Augusta Georgia Principal Engineer / President. Currently serving as Principal Engineer/ President. Responsible for technical quality assurance review of all services provided. Have performed subsurface investigations and engineering analyses for many industrial and commercial developments including the ASU Phase I and Phase II Classroom Buildings, the Augusta Judicial Center, numerous Richmond and Columbia County Public Schools, and numerous Alltel and Motorola Communications Towers. Responsible for management, review and technical oversight of the construction testing /inspection services for various governmental, industrial and commercial developments including the four -story Augusta Judicial Center, the six -story Children's Medical Center at the Medical College of Georgia, the ASU Phase I & II Classroom Buildings, numerous Richmond and Columbia County public schools. Also conducted numerous pavement design and foresic failure investigations. Acted as Professional Engineer for certifying the RCRA closure of the 56 -acre landfill at SRS. Performed quality control inspection for the installation of the goesynthetic composite liner over the former wood preservative lagoon at Southern Wood Piedmont. Performed closure certification and prepared corrective action plan for an underground storage tank facility sites in Augusta, Georgia. Conducted wetland delineation and permitting services for numerous residential, industrial and commercial developments. Performed several phase I and phase II environmental assessments for various properties including the site of the Augusta Judicial Center, the Public Health Department and Walton Rehabilitation Hospital. 12/93 to 5/95 Chandler Utility Contractors Greenwood South Carolina Construction Professional Engineer. Served as Professional Engineer for the construction of the primary sanitary wastewater collection system at the SRS. The project involved the installation of 18 miles of gravity and force main sewer pipeline and the construction of 12 pump /lift stations. Responsible for quality assurance and certification of conformance to the project plans and specifications per the SCDHEC construction permit. Chandler Utility Contractors was awarded the second Total Quality Award given to contractors outside of Westinghouse Savannah River Company (WSRC). Richard W. Swanson Principal Engineer / President Graves Engineering Services, Inc. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (continued): 01/91 to 12/93 Law_ Environmental Inc., Government Services Division Augusta Georgia Project /Senior Engineer. Acted as Senior Professional Engineer for certifying the RCRA closure of radioactive underground storage tank 105 -C at SRS. Also acted as Quality Assurance Engineer for the Phase I and Phase III geotechnical explorations of the New Production Reactor Project at SRS. Aided WSRC in tracking environmental commitments made on the Federal Facility Compliance Agreement. Coordinated the preparation of the "Environmental Exchange," the regulatory newsletter for WSRC. Aided WSRC in tracking the quarterly quantities of hazardous waste generated and stored at SRS. Responsible for development, implementation, and maintenance of a computer program which significantly reduced WSRC man -hours and increased overall accuracy of the RCRA Quarterly Hazardous Waste Report. Also developed a computer program that summarized the RCRA Quarterly Reports and generated data to be submitted in the annual waste minimization report to EPA. Conducted several environmental assessments and authored the initial corrective action plan for a site in Columbia County, Georgia. Directed and performed field work for contaminated groundwater remediation projects at four sites in Augusta, including Southern Wood Piedmont and DSM Chemicals. Acted as a Quality Assurance Engineer for the emergency asbestos inspections for over 200 of the 1069 public city schools for the New York City School Construction Authority. Conducted clay borrow studies for the new subtitle D landfill cell at the Richmond County landfill. Prepared an individual stormwater permit for the Archer Daniels Midlands Company in Augusta, Georgia. 01/86 to 1/91 Law Engineering, Inc. Columbia S.C. Staff /Project Engineer. Served as Staff/Project Geotechnical, Construction Materials and Environmental Engineer. Supervised and managed subsurface investigations, engineering analyses, and engineering construction inspection for many industrial and commercial developments, highways, and dams. Responsible for the management and direction of over -water and marsh drilling, sampling, testing, and analysis for foundations and earthwork for over 10 miles of 30 to 48 inch high service water main for the City of Charleston, South Carolina. Directed subsurface explorations and soil studies for various dams, including a 35 foot high, 1600 foot long earth dam in Columbia, South Carolina. Assisted in the geotechnical analysis and construction inspection of several large highway projects including the U.S. Highway 17- Lockwood Boulevard overpass, the Ashley River Bridge and the James Island Expressway in Charleston, South Carolina. Experienced in the inspection of various types of building foundations including precast concrete piles, auger cast piles, drilled piers, shallow, and mat foundations. Managed the field data collection for the Isle of Palms Connector overpass from Mount Pleasant to Isle of Palms, South Carolina. Conducted construction inspection services for the site grading of the Mack Truck Assembly Factory in Winnsboro, South Carolina. Managed contamination assessments and UST closure projects associated with existing and abandoned service stations. Conducted and supervised several environmental assessments for various commercial and industrial sites throughout South Carolina and Georgia. Managed and directed a multi - phased contamination assessment at the Appleton landfill in Allendale, South Carolina and assisted in a landfill site selection study for Richland County, South Carolina. Directed an environmental assessment and aided in wetland delineation study for a 500 acre tract in Georgetown, South Carolina. Richard W. Swanson Principal Engineer / President Graves Engineering Services, Inc. SIGNIFICANT EXPERIENCE: Geotechnical engineering; monitoring of deep and shallow foundation installation; precast concrete pile, auger -cast pile and drilled shaft load tests; construction materials testing, inspection and supervision; failure investigations; pavement design and failure investigations; phase I environmental site assessments; site contamination assessments; remedial design assessments; quality assurance; abandonment of underground storage tanks; radiation worker experience; wetlands; landfills; stormwater pollution prevention plans; waste minimization programs and certified soil classifier for on -site sewage management systems in Georgia. Knowledgeable of State and Federal regulations pertaining to Underground and Aboveground Storage Tanks, RCRA Facilities, Subtitle D Landfills, Wetlands, NPDES Stormwater Discharges, Asbestos Containing Building Materials, On -Site Sewage Management Systems and Mixed(Radioactive) Waste. VI. SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. believes that you should select our team to provide engineering services to the City of Augusta for the Wrightsboro Road widening project. Due to our prior experience in working along Wrightsboro Road, we feel uniquely qualified to anticipate the scope of this project and deliver a design that is responsive to the needs of this area. Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. is a local firm and all work will be performed by local staff. Our staff is, therefore, thoroughly familiar with the operations and concerns along the Wrightsboro Road corridor. We have performed surveying and transportation work in this area previously, which allows us to draw upon completed documents, data, and traffic models. This advantage gives Cranston Engineering Group, P.C. the ability to complete this project in a timely, cost- effective manner, which will benefit the City of Augusta and all users of Wrightsboro Road. Moreover, our engineers have the ability to be on -site within minutes to perform construction oversight. Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., can, therefore, be fully - involved with the project at every phase, while remaining cost effective. Our firm has earned a superior reputation and has a proven track record of delivering a quality product within budgets and deadlines. We have extensive experience with roadway widening projects for Augusta - Richmond County and for other governmental agencies. Therefore, in addition to providing a product that meets all applicable standards, we can anticipate your specific preferences and procedures. Cranston Engineering Group, P.C., 452 Ellis Street, Augusta, Georgia 30901 (706) 722 -1588