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OPN ARCHITECTS + CITY OF LITTLE CANADA 9 Design Development (8 weeks) Based on the approved schematic design documents, we will prepare detailed design development documents consisting of drawings and other outline specifications to describe the size, location, and character of each element of the entire project pertaining to architectural, civil, landscape, structural, mechanical and electrical systems, and materials. During this phase, the City will provide continued input to shape and refine the design. Microprogramming of individual spaces will occur. We will validate that the design is consistent with the TAC report’s goal of spatial planning for future infrastructure. Additionally, the design will adhere to the City of Little Canada’s “green building” goals, as well as any other chosen sustainability goals. Construction Documents (9 weeks) Upon approval of the design development documents, the design team prepares the final construction documents that will serve as basis for bidding and construction. Prior to the conclusion of this phase, we will submit CD documents to the city to review at 50% and 100% for cost, constructibility, sustainability, schedule, and value engineering. Following city review, comment and approval, we will coordinate with the appropriate agencies to conduct any further plan reviews. If revisions are required to comply with any additional agencies, we will incorporate the required revisions into the construction documents. Bidding (4 weeks) Following the approval of the construction documents and the construction estimate established, the team will assist the City of Little Canada in preparation and assembly of the final bid packages to be posted on the City’s preferred internet bid site(s). We will prepare multiple bid packages to gain the most advantageous issuing of documents, maximize local subcontractors’ participation, and minimize construction duration. We understand and are experienced with planning for early bid packages for certain building components that are subject to long lead times and/or sub-trades that have a high potential for cost escalations. We will attend the pre-bid conference meeting and answer questions during negotiations and develop addendums to give bidders sufficient time to adjust bids accordingly. Following the contractor selection, we will coordinate with the City to support contract negotiations and establishing the mobilization dates. We are proud of our track record of accurate documents reflected in an average bid 3% below the estimate in the last 10 years. Construction Administration (36-40 weeks) During the construction phase, our team will maintain regular communication with the contractor and owner to ensure both the design intent and technical detailing of the project are executed. Our team will attend bi-weekly scheduled owner-architect-contractor meetings, we have assumed being on site for the duration of the construction every two weeks for a full day. We are proud of our firm’s change order average of less than 2.5% per project. We are committed to timely responses and collaborating with the entire team for the success of the project. Project Understanding & Approach Deliverables and Detailed Work Plan FF&E Services As a multi-disciplinary firm with interior designers on staff, OPN offers truly integrated FF&E and interior design services. Our trained and licensed interior designers bring a specific expertise in interior finishes, materials, and furnishings to your project. Throughout design, they are engaged in the process. Alongside architects they guide clients through visioning and programming to ensure they understand your functional needs and aesthetic preferences. As part of design development, they will create material boards and presentations to help you hone in on preferred palettes. Our interior designers can also assist in furniture selection and procurement by making suggestions that complement the interior architecture, verifying the layouts, quantities and styles before establishing a preliminary furniture estimate. During and after construction, we can provide full design services to create furniture plans and specifications for all products and finishes to be issued to vendors or we can work with your selected furniture supplier to coordinate a seamless and integrated end result.