HomeMy WebLinkAbout#17 - Baseball Field Design Responses STAFF REPORT
DATE: 06/20/2023
REGULAR
TO: CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA ITEM: Baseball Fields
FROM: Adam Swanepoel, Assistant Public Works Director
REVIEWED BY: Marty Powers, Public Works Director Kristina Handt City Administrator
BACKGROUND: On April 4, 2023, staff reviewed eight possible baseball fields within the City of Lake Elmo to consider updating as part of a ballfield improvement project. Staff suggested four separate options including Reid Park Pebble Park, Ridge Park and Stonegate. Staff took into consideration parking, access to water/sewer, electrical and accessibility. The Parks Commission recommended to consider Ridge and Reid Park for future updates. After a review of the parks, council moved forward with requesting staff to prepare a proposal for professional design services for Reid Park, Ridge Park and Pebble Park. City staff created a RFP and requested all submittals be returned by May 23.
Since submitting the RFP staff was informed Ridge Park is part of the Minnesota Land Trust, if we seek to do any updates to Ridge park we should include the Land Trust in future conversations to remain
consistent with the agreement. ISSUE BEFORE COUNCIL: Would the City Council like to contract one of the following firms to conduct a formal design and bid documents?
Which fields would City Council like to move forward with designing? PROPOSAL DETAILS/ANALYSIS: Proposals were due to the City on May 23, 2023. At that time we received six proposals. The following is a summary of the proposals submitted.
Reid Park Ridge Park Turf / Ridge Pebble
Todd Bruchu – Lake Elmo
Baseball $0 $0 $0 $0
Matt Woodruff - Larson Eng $ 29,000.00 $ 59,500.00 $ 63,000.00 $ 19,500.00
Robert Slipka - WSB $ 108,000.00 $ 155,000.00 $ 173,500.00 $ 72,000.00
Steve Rauh - Bolton Menk $ 44,400.00 $ 93,700.00 $ 46,500.00 $ 30,800.00
Dan Folsom - Design Tree $ 25,000.00 $ 60,000.00 $ 60,000.00 $ 30,000.00
Steven Foss - TKDA $ 32,400.00 $ 37,100.00 $ 38,400.00 $ 21,600.00
A review of the proposals found five of the six applicants submitted complete proposals with the required qualifications. Upon review Todd Bruchu – Lake Elmo Baseball’s proposal did not fulfill all requirements and was rejected. Based off the information provided by all applicants, Larson Engineering who assisted in the development of the Lions Park ballfield, under the design direction of Miller Architecture Inc, presented the lowest price to design the reconstruction of Reid and Pebble Park together. TKDA provided the lowest pricing options at Ridge Park with either a grass or turf field. TDKA’s hourly rates for services are slightly cheaper based off their hourly rate schedule than most other competitors. Overall if all three
parks were sought to be reviewed for design, TDKA would provide the best value and have the history and experience to complete the proposed baseball improvement project.
FISCAL IMPACT: Set aside in the Park Dedication funds is one million dollars available for the baseball improvement project. Selection of one or a combination of the fields for designing purposes will reduce the available funds by
the selection of field and firm selected. OPTIONS: 1) Approve contracting TDKA for design services for Reid, Pebble and Ridge fields. 2) Do not pursue design services at this time RECOMMENDATION: Motion to approve contracting for design services for Reid, Pebble and Ridge Park from TDKA in a not to exceed amount of $92,400. ATTACHMENTS:
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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
CITY OF LAKE ELMO BASEBALL FIELD PROJECT
May 22, 2023
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Our Baseball Field Project Proposal is to upgrade Reid Park to meet Standard League Play
Requirements for competitive Youth Baseball. Included in the design are some wonderful
amenities to give the kids a great baseball experience and a ballpark that we can be proud of
when hosting home games.
We recognize that Reid Park is a multi‐purpose park and that permanent outfield fencing
limits the use of this park for other sports like football and soccer. Therefore, our proposal
includes portable outfield fencing that can be taken down when the baseball season is over.
Scope of Work
Reid Park
Multi‐Use Community Park
Youth Sized Baseball Field
Portable Outfield Fence
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Proposed
Note:
This is the type of portable fencing used at Johnny Cake Ridge Park in Apple Valley and we know
from experience that it plays very well.
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Cost Estimates
Design Fees = $0
Engineering Fees = $0 (included in estimates)
Backstop and Dugout Fencing (Installed) ≈ $26,474
Portable Outfield Fencing ≈ $13,500 plus shipping
Two Players Benches @ $1,600 ≈ $3,200 plus shipping
Concrete Slabs for Dugouts and Storage Shed, 552 sq. ft. @ $6.50 ≈ $3,600
Red Ball Diamond Aggregate 50 yards @ $30 delivered ≈ $1,500
Excavation (Bobcat work), 8 hours @ $200 ≈ $1,600
Pre‐Built Steel Storage Shed ≈ $8,000 plus shipping
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Total Project Not to Exceed $65,000
Estimated Timeframe
Summer 2023
City of Lake Elmo
Request for Proposals
Baseball Field Construction / Renovation Design
and Preparation of Bid Document Services
Submitted to:
Adam Swanepoel
City of Lake Elmo
3800 Lavern Avenue N.
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
May 23, 2023
Larson Engineering, Inc.
3524 Labore Road
White Bear Lake, MN 55110-5126
651.481.9120 Fax: 651.481.9201
www.larsonengr.com
May 23, 2023
Adam Swanepoel, Assistant Public Works Director
City of Lake Elmo
3800 Laverne Avenue N.
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Email: aswanepoel@lakeelmo.org
RE: Request for Proposals
Baseball Field Construction / Renovation Design and Preparation of Bid Documents
Services
Dear Mr. Swanepoel:
Larson Engineering, Inc. is pleased to submit the enclosed material in response to your Request
for Proposal. Larson Engineering has worked on numerous synthetic turf and natural grass
ballfield projects for city parks departments as well as school districts.
We have reviewed the information and instructions outlined within your Request for Proposal,
and we are willing and able commit all necessary resources and staff to complete the project as
described herein. If awarded this project, Larson Engineering will agree to the city’s terms and
conditions that are listed in Section III of your RFP. As you read through our response, we
understand the proposed project and have the relative experience to help make your project a
success.
We are very excited about this project and would appreciate the opportunity to be a part of
your team. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Sincerely,
Larson Engineering, Inc.
Matt Woodruff, P.E.
Civil Department Manager
mwoodruff@larsonengr.com
Table of Contents
DOCUMENT # OF PAGES
Cover Page 1
Cover Letter 1
Table of Contents 1
Qualification Statement 7
- Company Information
- Subconsultant Information
- Key Personnel Resumes
- Project Understanding & Approach
- Familiarity with Planning, Design and Construction
- Design Capabilities
List of Similar Projects 6
- Lake Elmo Lions Park Baseball Field Improvements
- Baldwin-Woodville HS Athletic Complex
- Forest Lake HS Athletic Complex
- The Blake School Athletic Facility Improvements
- Mesabi East Schools Athletic Complex
List of References 1
Professional Services Hourly Rates & Additional Information 1
Exhibit A: Proposal Form 1
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TOTAL PAGES 19
Company Information
Larson Engineering, Inc. was founded in 1979 in White Bear Lake, Minnesota and since then our firm
has grown to more than 180 employees and 12 offices across the United States. Each office has its
own story, but every office has grown for the same reason: great customer service and dedication to
meeting our client’s needs with innovative and cost-effective designs.
Our local office in White Bear Lake has more than 40 employees that are focused on providing civil
and structural engineering services. Our local team of civil engineers, project managers, and
technicians mainly focus on delivering site design services and have many long-standing relationships
with public and private school districts, government agencies, private developers, private business
owners, and architectural firms to name a few. Our principal contact person for this project is:
Matt Woodruff, PE
Civil Engineering Department Manager
Larson Engineering, Inc.
3524 Labore Road
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
(651) 481-9120
mwoodruff@larsonengr.com
Larson Engineering is a 100-percent employee-owned firm (ESOP). The following is a list of Larson
Engineering’s officers:
Cynthia Ebert, President/CEO Keith Quick, Secretary
Larson Engineering, Inc. Larson Engineering, Inc.
1850 Craigshire Road 1850 Craigshire Road
St. Louis, MO 63146 St. Louis, MO 63146
Philip Deimel, Treasurer
Larson Engineering, Inc.
3524 Labore Road
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
For our White Bear Lake office, the following is our firm’s organizational chart:
Ethan Charpentier, PE
Regional Manager
Matt Woodruff, PE Rachel Schulz, PE Sean Noren, PE Heidi Swalve
Civil Manager Curtain Wall Manager Structural Manager HR / Acct Mgr
10 Staff 11 Staff 13 Staff 4 Staff
Subconsultant Information
For this proposed project, Larson Engineering intends to sub-contract the Land Surveying,
Geotechnical Engineering, and Electrical Engineering services. The following team members are
included within our RFP response:
Land Surveying Consultant:
Daniel L. Thurmes
Cornerstone Land Surveying, Inc.
1970 Northwestern Ave, Suite 200
Stillwater, Minnesota 55082
Tel: 651-275-8969
dan@cssurvey.net
Geotechnical Engineering Consultant:
Colby T. Verdegan, PE
President
Chosen Valley Testing Inc.
Minnesota- Wisconsin-Iowa
(507) 281-0968 (office)
(507) 251-9504 (mobile)
verdegan@chosenvalleytesting.com
Electrical Engineering Consultant:
Joe Vomela
Project Manager
Hallberg Engineering, Inc.
1750 Commerce Court
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
(651) 748-1100 (office)
(651) 334-7067
jvomela@hallbergengineering.com
Key Personnel Resumes
Education
Masters of Business
Administration (MBA)
University of St. Thomas
St. Paul, MN
Bachelor of Civil
Engineering (BCE)
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Mathematics
University of St. Thomas
St. Paul, MN
Professional Certifications
Licensed Professional Engineer:
MN Registration:
41885
WI Registration:
43396-6
ND Registration:
PE-9281
SD Registration:
12445
Professional Associations
Minnesota Association of
School Maintenance
Supervisors
Minnesota School Board
Administrators
Minnesota Association of
School Business
Officials
Minnesota Interscholastic
Athletic
Administrators Assoc.
Minnesota Assoc. of
School Administrators
Matt Woodruff, PE
Civil Engineering Department Manager
Matt Woodruff offers a wide variety of civil engineering experience
including site design, storm water management facility design, and
municipal utility and roadway design. Matt has extensive knowledge
of local municipal, county, state, and watershed standards. His
projects have included site designs for public and private K-12 school
districts, parks & recreation departments, higher education facilities,
single and multi-family residential communities, religious institutions,
railway yards, retail, commercial, and industrial facilities.
Matt excels with project management by assisting clients from the
initiation of a project through its close-out. Matt works directly for
various owners, owner representatives, architects, and construction
managers to help deliver successful projects. His vast site design
knowledge helps Owners and Clients understand various site
constraints and issues that may arise with a proposed project, and how
those constraints may impact the project’s schedule and budget.
At Larson Engineering, Matt’s responsibilities also include managing
the Civil Engineering Department, coordinating business development
activities, marketing, and attendance of client organization meetings.
Matt’s relative experience has included the following projects:
Lions Park Baseball Field Improvements – City of Lake Elmo
This project involved the rehabilitation of the existing Lion’s Park
ballfield to include a new backstop and perimeter fencing, dugouts,
site grading and stormwater management, and a new infield aglime
surfacing.
Baldwin-Woodville Schools Athletic Upgrades
The project involved the design and construction of a new outdoor pool
with a seasonal inflatable dome along with a support building. The
project also included a new synthetic turf baseball field, a new multi-
purpose synthetic turf inside of a reconstructed track along with new field
events.
Sylvan Park Improvements – City of St. Paul Parks & Recreation
This project involved the design and construction of a new
playground area and a new multi-purpose synthetic turf field. The
project involved collaborating with City Landscape Architect staff
members and obtaining necessary permits for stormwater
management.
Education
Bachelor of Civil
Engineering (BSCE)
University of Minnesota -
Duluth
Duluth, MN
Professional Certifications
Licensed Professional Engineer:
MN Registration:
58667
Nathan Nohner, PE
Design Engineer
Nathan Nohner offers a variety of civil engineering experience including
site design and design of storm water management facilities. Nathan has
general knowledge of local municipal, county, state, and watershed
standards. His projects have included site designs for public and private
K-12 school districts, higher education facilities, multi-family residential
communities, religious institutions, retail, commercial, and industrial
facilities.
Nathan is experienced in site investigation, evaluation, conceptual
design, construction administration and inspection of projects. He is
directly involved with project development and attendance of client
organization meetings.
Nathan’s relative experience has included the following projects:
Conway Park Improvements – City of St. Paul Parks & Recreation:
This project involved the design and construction for a new 290,000
square foot multi-purpose synthetic turf athletic field. The new athletic
fields were laid-out to accommodate soccer, lacrosse, football, softball,
and baseball. Additionally, approximately one-third of the site contains a
seasonal inflatable dome (with a future 3,000 square foot accessory
building) that will allow the nearby community to utilize the athletic
fields year-round. Larson Engineering performed the initial schematic
site layout design, along with the preparation of construction documents,
and obtained permits from the watershed district, city, and MPCA.
Park Center High School Sports Dome – Osseo Area Schools – ISD 279
The project involved the design and construction of two new multi-
purpose synthetic turf athletic fields, new entry building, and
reconfigured parking lots. The project included a seasonal inflatable
dome over one of the turf fields connected to the new entry building.
Larson Engineering worked alongside the City of Brooklyn Park and
Osseo School District to help meet the needs of both entities.
Baldwin-Woodville Schools Athletic Upgrades
The project involved the design and construction of a new outdoor pool
with a seasonal inflatable dome along with a support building. The
project also included a new synthetic turf baseball field, a new multi-
purpose synthetic turf inside of a reconstructed track along with new field
events.
Sylvan Park Improvements – City of St. Paul Parks & Recreation
This project involved the design and construction of a new playground
area and a new multi-purpose synthetic turf field. The project involved
collaborating with City Landscape Architect staff members and obtaining
necessary permits for stormwater management.
Project Understanding & Approach
We understand the City of Lake Elmo’s desired two-phase approach to completing the various
baseball field projects described in your RFP.
Phase 1:
This is the pre-design or feasibility phase where Larson Engineering would prepare conceptual
drawings (layouts) for the various baseball field renovations and improvements at Reid, Ridge, and
Pebble Parks. After the conceptual layouts are reviewed with the City to ensure the general intent and
vision for the projects are captured, Larson Engineering will then develop cost estimates for the
projects. The cost estimates will be presented in an a la carte format such that the City can pick and
choose various project elements to be implemented for Phase 2.
Phase 2:
When the City approves the project scope that is established in Phase 1, Larson Engineering will
immediately conduct a design kick-off meeting with the City and the necessary members from the
Design Team, where the overall project expectations will be discussed and Larson Engineering will
present a project schedule which includes pertinent milestones. After feedback from the design kick-
off meeting is gathered, we will coordinate all work efforts with the Design Team such that a
successful project is delivered.
When the project design is underway, our team will work closely to prepare the construction drawings
and specifications. As the project design proceeds, design status meetings will be conducted with the
City as deemed necessary. At the design status meetings, progress and cost estimates will be
presented and City Staff input will be gathered. The status meetings will be an essential tool to ensure
that City receives a final product that is desired.
At any time in the design process, if a construction cost estimate exceeds the Owner’s construction
budget, Larson Engineering will communicate the issue with the Owner and present the reasons as to
why the estimate exceeds the budget (scope creep, inflation, etc.). Value engineering methods to
help reduce the estimated cost as well as specify alternates within the bidding documents will be
implemented as needed. When the final project scope is determined based on the cost estimating,
Larson Engineering will proceed with preparing the final construction documents and coordinate with
the Owner for one more cost estimate review prior to advertising the project for contractor bids.
After contractor bids are received and tabulated, Larson Engineering will assist the Owner with
recommending a contractor to award the project to, and assist with issues that may arise during the
construction phase of the project.
Familiarity with Planning, Design, and Construction
Larson Engineering’s Civil Department is authorized for nearly 175 to 200 projects on an annual basis.
These projects largely involve working for public and private owners for the development of various
land activities. These projects have involved the planning, preliminary/schematic design, construction
documentation, bidding, construction administration/oversight, and project close-out. With these
projects, we have worked with numerous Municipalities and Watershed Districts across the states of
Minnesota and Wisconsin, including many projects within the city limits of Lake Elmo.
Computer Aided Design (CAD) Capabilities
Nearly all of the project designs described above are completed by using AutoCAD, Civil 3D, and
HydroCAD. Additionally, we have also maintained a cost estimating database from past projects that
can be used to develop cost estimates for new projects. This database will take into account the
project’s geographic location, project type, and economies of scale. Lastly, we maintain many
professional relationships with construction contractors and material suppliers that are willing to
assist in developing various project cost estimates when requested.
List of Similar Projects
City of Lake Elmo Lions Park Engineer of Record: Larson Engineering, Inc.
Baseball Field Improvements Architect: Miller Architects & Builders
Lake Elmo, MN Earthwork Contractor: Rachel Contracting
Total Project Cost: Approximately $425,000
Project Description
In 2017 the City of Lake Elmo implemented various improvements to Lions Park including a
complete reconfiguration of the youth baseball field, a new backstop and perimeter fencing, a new
concrete plaza area behind home plate, new dugouts, visitor seating, site grading, irrigation system,
and outfield foul poles. In addition, the project also included a new gravel parking lot located near
center field, new sand volleyball courts, and a stormwater infiltration system meeting local city and
watershed requirements.
With the reconfiguration of the new baseball field, the right field foul line was placed directly along
the 45th Parallel circle of latitude, located 45 degrees north of the Earth’s equator. A monument
signifying the 45th Parallel was cast in concrete behind the backstop area.
Larson Engineering Services:
Larson Engineering was hired by Miller Architects & Builders to prepare the necessary civil
engineering design for the new Lions Park complex. Engineering components included grading,
drainage, erosion control, and site utility designs. Larson Engineering also designed the stormwater
management system that met the City’s and Valley Branch Watershed Districts (VBWD)
requirements.
Baldwin-Woodville High School Engineer of Record: Larson Engineering, Inc.
Athletic Complex Improvements Architect: Wold Architects & Engineers
Baldwin, WI General Contractor: Kraus Anderson
Earthwork Contractor: Albrightson Excavating
Synthetic Turf Contractor: Midwest Sport & Turf
Total Project Cost: Approximately $12.0 Million
Project Description
In the Spring of 2020, the Baldwin-Woodville Area School District passed a referendum for the
athletic facility improvements located at the high school campus. The project improvements consisted
of new community pool, restroom and locker room facility, and a seasonal sports dome. Additionally,
the project included reconstructing the main athletic stadium and varsity baseball field with new
synthetic turf surfaces, a new 8-lane rubber surface athletic track, new field events, and new stadium
lighting. The referendum was supported by the area communities because it would provide
recreational opportunities for all.
The new athletic track received the “2022 Distinguished Outdoor Track Facility” award from the
American Sports Builders Association.
Larson Engineering Services:
Larson Engineering was hired by Kraus-Anderson Construction Company to prepare the necessary
civil engineering design for the new athletic complex. Engineering components included grading,
drainage, erosion control, and site utility designs. Larson Engineering also designed the stormwater
management system that met the Village of Baldwin and the Wisconsin Department of Natural
Resources (DNR) requirements.
Coordination with the Owner’s architect, synthetic turf installer, and dome contractor was an integral
part of the project’s design process. The baseball field reconstruction started in the summer of 2020
and was completed later that fall. The other project components were phased to minimize the
disruption of the overall facility, and were completed in the fall of 2021.
Forest Lake High School Engineer of Record: Larson Engineering, Inc.
Multi-Purpose Ballfield Architect: KOMA Architects
Forest Lake, MN General Contractor: Peterson Companies
Synthetic Turf Contractor: FieldTurf
Total Project Cost: $3.3 Million
Project Services
Larson Engineering was retained to develop a master plan to develop the high school athletic complex
into a first-class stadium and facility. The facilities desired were discussed and construction cost
estimates were developed for various options. The following are a list of the overall project
components:
Synthetic turf field for football, soccer, and softball.
Athletic track and field events placed upon non-frost susceptible structural fill.
o 8-lane, 400-meter, polyurethane-rubber surfaced track with a chute at the NW and SE
quadrants.
o High jump pad connected to the athletic track.
o Dual runway long/triple and high jump event.
o Pole vault event with landing pad at each end.
o Discus event with two throwing sectors and net lined cages.
o Shot-put event with four throwing sectors, ag-lime landing area lined with perimeter timbers.
o 4’ high crowd control fence around the athletic track.
Home side bleachers - seating capacity of 5,000 containing 16 rows.
Press box – 9’ by 48’ structure with a viewing platform on the roof.
Visitor side bleachers – renovate existing bleachers for disability access and seating.
Stadium lighting – replace existing lighting system to provide 50 foot-candle illumination.
Storage building – 20’ by 40’ masonry block and pre-cast concrete panel roof with lighting,
domestic water, and sanitary facilities.
Security fencing – enclose entire facility with 8’ high chain link fencing.
Athletic Facility Improvements Engineer of Record: Larson Engineering, Inc
The Blake School Landscape Architect: Damon Farber
Hopkins, MN Architect: U+B Architects
Contacts: Lisa Uhler, Director of Buildings and Grounds
Nick Rathmann, Director of Athletics
Project Description
Larson Engineering is the team lead on the Athletic Triangle (Baseball, Tennis, & Football)
improvements project along with Damon Farber, Wunderlich-Malec, and U+B Architects. The
project includes construction of a synthetic turf multi-use field, tennis court rehabilitation, relocation
of the baseball field, and a new concessions and restroom building.
The baseball field relocation and lower tennis rehabilitation were performed in the summer of 2015
to reduce relocating practice off-site during the main project in 2016.
2015 Baseball and Lower Tennis
Construction Costs = $456,901
Baseball Prime Contractor: New Look Contracting
Tennis Court Prime Contractor: Bituminous Roadways
2016 Turf Construction, Upper Tennis and Concessions Building
Contractor: Mortenson Construction
GMP = $2,500,000
The same design team, led by U+B Architects, is planning for multiple building additions to the
school. Future utility and stormwater management needs are incorporated into the athletic
improvements project, where applicable.
Mesabi East Athletic Complex Engineer of Record: Larson Engineering, Inc.
Aurora, MN General Contractor: RA Morton
Synthetic Turf Contractor: Sprinturf Inc.
Project Site Cost: $6.5 Million
Project Description
With a voter approved bond referendum, Larson Engineering, Inc. was selected to be a part of a
project team that involved the improvements for the Mesabi East School District’s new athletic
complex. This project consisted of a new 8-lane athletic track with field events, synthetic turf multi-
purpose stadium with field lighting, bleacher seating, press box, a natural grass baseball field, and a
synthetic turf baseball field. In addition to the athletic faciality upgrades, Larson Engineering also
designed new parking lot facilities, a school bus parking lot, and a parent drop-off loop.
Development of the site included receiving approved permits from the city, Minnesota Department of
Labor and Industry, and the Army Corps of Engineers for some wetland impacts that were necessary
for the project. To accommodate the additional runoff for the project area, a stormwater collection
and retention system was designed for the site.
Larson Engineering Services:
Larson Engineering was involved with the project from referendum planning through construction
completion. Work was coordinated with the government agencies, construction costs were developed,
staff meeting presentations were made, plans and specifications were prepared, and construction
administration service were performed. The project was substantially completed for the School
District’s use in the fall of 2019.
List of References
John Huenink
Vice President | Director of K-12 Construction
Kraus-Anderson Construction Company
501 South Eighth Street
Minneapolis, MN 55404
(612) 255-2359
John.huenink@krausanderson.com
David Ronzani
Landscape Architect
City of St. Paul Parks and Recreation
25 West 4th Street, 400 City Hall Annex
Saint Paul, MN 55102
(651) 266-6410
David.ronzani@ci.stpaul.mn.us
Tony Willger
Director Buildings and Grounds
Stillwater Area Public Schools
1875 Greeley Street South
Stillwater, MN 55082
(651) 351-8374
willgert@stillwaterschools.org
Professional Services Hourly Rates
Larson Engineering, Inc.
Minnesota Office
2023
Hourly Billing Rate Fee Schedule
Principal $295.00 per hour
Regional Manager $225.00 per hour
Project Manager $195.00 per hour
Project Engineer $185.00 per hour
Design Engineer III $173.00 per hour
Design Engineer II $160.00 per hour
Design Engineer I $145.00 per hour
BIM/CAD Designer $128.00 per hour
Clerical/Admin $90.00 per hour
Notes:
1) The above listed rates include reimbursable expenses such as mileage, copying costs, postage, etc.
2) All applicable permit fees are to be paid by the City of Lake Elmo, if necessary.
Additional Information
Larson Engineering does not have any current conflict of interest, not do we foresee any potential
conflict of interest with the City of Lake Elmo.
3507 High Point Drive North | Bldg. 1 - Suite E130 | Oakdale, MN 55128
651-704-9970 | Bolton-Menk.com
Contact:
Jay Pomeroy, PLA
763-544-7129
Jay.Pomeroy@bolton-menk.com
May 23, 2023
City of Lake Elmo, MN
Proposal forBASEBALL FIELD CONSTRUCTION AND RENOVATION DESIGN
3507 High Point Drive North | Bldg. 1 - Suite E130 | Oakdale, MN 55128
651-704-9970 | Bolton-Menk.com
Bolton & Menk is an equal opportunity employer.
May 23, 2023
Adam Swanepoel
Assistant Public Works Director
City of Lake Elmo
3800 Laverne Avenue N.
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Email: aswanepoel@lakeelmo.org
RE: Proposal for Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design and Preparation of Bid Document Services
Dear Adam,
The City of Lake Elmo has initiated the Baseball Field Construction/Renovation
Design Services project to create baseball fields designed for function, playing
surface, maintenance, accessibility, storage, aesthetics, and compliance with
city regulations. Bolton & Menk’s experience ensures your venues will be safe,
sustainable, and beautiful. Our team has extensive expertise in developing
athletic fields and recreation facilities in communities of all sizes. We
understand what needs to be accomplished for the successful completion of
the Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design project.
IN-HOUSE ENGINEERING AND LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE SERVICES
The project requires an assortment of engineering-related services. Our
network of specialty services will help you avoid having to manage a
cornucopia of consultants. We provide the services you need—from conceptual
park master planning to survey to creative landscape architecture and ball
field design to municipal civil engineering. Bolton & Menk is an active member
in the American Sports Builders Association, as am I for the past 30 years.
Additionally, between Dave Rey and I, we have designed and overseen the
construction of hundreds of baseball and softball fields in the Metro Area. Our
design team has the expertise Lake Elmo needs to create beautiful, buildable,
and cost-effective baseball fields and recreational parks.
RIGHT-SIZED SOLUTIONS
We approach each project with a fresh perspective—we do not offer a cookie-
cutter approach. While drawing on our experience, we work to provide a
design scaled to the community and situation. I have led similar park projects
throughout the Midwest and will fully consider the future effects of our design,
budget, and schedule for the City of Lake Elmo. When you choose Bolton
& Menk, you can trust that we will work tirelessly to find not only the right
solution for your parks, but also one that complements the community and
neighborhood it serves.
OUR TEAM IS PROVEN IN LAKE ELMO
We know the level of service Lake Elmo staff and citizens expect, and we
feel we have developed an efficient, comprehensive process to deliver our
engineering, survey, and landscape architecture services. Mike Warner, our
Client Service Manager for this project, will continue to play an active role, and
will have a similar high level of service he’s provided on previous Lake Elmo
projects. You can trust this proven team to continue to deliver projects in a
manner Lake Elmo has learned to expect of Bolton & Menk.
In continued service to the City of Lake Elmo, we are excited at the opportunity
to complete the Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design project. I will
serve as your lead client contact and project manager. Please contact me at
763-227-6526 or Jay.Pomeroy@bolton-menk.com if you have any questions
regarding our proposal.
Respectfully submitted,
Bolton & Menk, Inc.
Jay Pomeroy, PLA
Principal Landscape Architect
TABLE OF CONTENTS
FIRM OVERVIEW 1
WORK PLAN 3
KEY PERSONNEL 6
PROJECT EXPERIENCE 9
FEE SCHEDULE 11
APPENDIX
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FIRM OVERVIEW
We believe all people should live in safe, sustainable,
and beautiful communities and we take pride in our
ability to make that happen. It's why we get out of bed
every morning.
Our commitment to communities began in 1949 with
two hard working Midwesterners—John Bolton and
Martin Menk. They saw people in their surrounding
communities who had dreams of a bright future, a
desire to grow, and a common challenge of aging
infrastructure. John and Martin's goal was to help
communities make progress by listening to what
people want, finding the best solutions for their needs,
and treating them right. Their legacy lives on. We still
want to help, we work hard every day, and we always
remember what got us here—we're people helping
people. Today, Bolton & Menk, Inc. has more than 800
employees including a professional staff of more than
250 engineers, planners, landscape architects, and
surveyors.
We specialize in providing public infrastructure
solutions. We take care of our clients by providing the
best services and solutions for them. From advocating
for our communities to designing their dreams to
finding funding; we take pride in our work because
we live in these same communities. We believe in the
power of face-to-face meetings, friendly conversations,
and collaborative decision-making to keep your
projects on schedule, within budget, and focused on
real, workable solutions.
We promise every client two things: we'll work hard
for you and we'll do a good job. We take a personal
interest in the work being done around us. At the end
of the day, we're Real People offering Real Solutions.
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FIRM OVERVIEW
WHY BOLTON & MENK
Bolton & Menk provides design services to meet your sports field needs. Whether the fields are to be
used for educational purposes or for professional-level competition events, we design with your budget
in mind and will provide a field design to suit its intended use. We have designed synthetic (artificial) turf
fields and also have extensive design experience with blended (sand-peat) topsoil fields. Today, our athletic
fields are subjected to year-round use and a wide variety of sporting events. These demands require fields
to be specifically designed, maintained, and constructed to keep the fields in usable condition and, most
importantly, safe.
Athletic and park directors understand that optimal drainage, proper soil media, irrigation, and turfgrass
blends are just a few of the integral parts of a field’s design and its ability to sustain aggressive and varied
play. Bolton & Menk will address those design and construction criteria as well as aid you in anticipating
maintenance needs of your sports fields.
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY AND
INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE
Our involvement with numerous industry
organizations keeps us up-to-date with the
knowledge and technology to ensure your facilities
are not only designed correctly, but well-maintained
for years to come. We are a proud member of:
• American Sports Builders Association
• Sports Turf Managers Association• MN Turf and Grounds Foundation
• MN Recreation and Park Association
• MN Association of School Maintenance
Supervisors
ADDITIONAL ATHLETIC SERVICES
• Site Selection and Planning
• Athletic Fields and Stadiums• Tennis/Pickleball Courts
• Running Tracks and Field Events
• Bleachers/Press Box Design
• Turf Improvements (synthetic turf, sand-peat)
• Construction Observation
WE OFFER UNIQUE QUALIFICATIONS:
• Primary expertise is site design for both small- and large-scale projects
• Fully familiar with various city, county and
watershed district expectations, requirements,
and processes
• Expertise of storm water management and environmental constraints for site development
• Extensive experience researching and analyzing
existing water, sewer, and storm sewer utilities
• Expertise in design of flexible and rigid pavement
systems• Sensitivity of design to be within the owner’s
program and budget
• Knowledge of site-related materials
• Proven ability to work with site contractors
• Well-versed in working with general contractors
and owners’ representatives
• Experienced construction observers
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FIRM OVERVIEW
WORK PLAN
We trust that our proposed Work Plan, as described below, will ultimately create functional, safe, accessible, and unique ball fields (and parking lots) for the City
of Lake Elmo at Reid, Ridge, and Pebble Parks. As your partner, we will look to develop baseball — and potential softball — fields with play surfaces to meet the
city’s expectations for maintenance and aesthetics while complying with city regulations. The three parks will be studied and inventoried to clearly understand
how the proposed upgrades fit within existing site constraints while taking advantage of opportunities such as sun angle, wind screening, and elevations.
As noted in the RFP, the existing ball fields at Reid Park, Ridge Park, and Pebble Parks are all considered “recreational fields” with a backstop and aglime infield.
We understand the goal of this project will be to review each field individually, design a proposed baseball field or fields, and assist the city with the bidding of a
redesigned version of each field.
PROPOSED IMPROVEMENTS
REID PARK
Relocate/reconstruct the baseball field to have a
centerfield dimension of no less than 240 feet; 200
feet left and right fence lines:
• Aglime infield with 60-foot bases, lighting
• Grass outfield with irrigation• Hooded backstop
• Dugouts with player benches
• Sideline fencing
• Security (exterior) fence
• Ball field lighting• Extend/expand the parking lot to support ~40
vehicles
RIDGE PARK
Preference is to have two (2) baseball fields within
the area and to create a parking area to hold 60 cars. Fields will be designed to correlate with one
another regarding space and accessibility. We
understand the city would like to have cost options
and comparisons for artificial turf field(s) vs grass.
Baseball Field 1 will be designed to State High
School League standards for competitive play:
• Centerfield dimension of approximately 380
feet; ~315 feet left and right foul lines
• Aglime infield and warning tracks, grass infield
• Raised pitcher’s mound• Concrete slabs (bleacher pad, dugout areas)
• Netted or chain link backstop with concrete
maintenance strip
• Dugouts with player benches
• Sideline/outfield fence (6’ or 8’ high)• Batting cages
• Bullpens
• Foul poles
• Ball field lighting
• Scoreboard• Irrigation system
• Separate bid option(s) for an synthetic turf field
usable for baseball and softball
Field 2 (if space allows) will be designed as a
competitive or recreational field:
• Aglime infield with 60-foot bases, lighting
• Grass outfield with irrigation
• Backstop
• Dugouts with player benches• Sideline/outfield fence
• Ball field lighting
PEBBLE PARK
Preference is to have two (2) recreational baseball
fields back-to-back:
• Aglime infield with 60-foot bases• Grass outfields (flat with positive drainage)
• Backstops
• Dugouts with player benches
• Sideline fencing
SCOPE OF SERVICES
PHASE 1 - CONCEPTUAL DESIGN PHASE
We have reviewed the general scope of work
prepared by the city in the RFP and believe this
is an effective approach for the execution and
completion of this project. Our project team has
completed several projects similar in scope and
expectations. We are confident our team will
complete all project tasks in an effective and timely
fashion.
We understand that the city may, depending on
budget and appetite, decide to move forward
with design of all of the fields listed in the RFP or,
alternatively, the city may choose to proceed with a
fewer number of fields.
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WORK PLAN
Per the RFP, Bolton & Menk proposes the following
approach to develop Conceptual Designs for each
park, including ball fields and parking lots, where
applicable, in an efficient, thorough manner which
will satisfy the needs and objectives of the city.
Presentation materials will include color rendered
site plans on for the team to lead discussions with
the city council, city staff, and the general public in
order to collect input on each park’s design.
SUBTASK 1.1: CONCEPT PLAN(S) DEVELOPMENT
Upon authorization, an introductory kick-off
meeting will be held to meet with city staff to
confirm the list of proposed improvements at each
facility, identify issues and concerns, and review
examples of relevant ball field facilities.
Following that meeting, we will consider alternative
locations and arrangements for the ball field and
parking lot facilities to satisfy the city’s program
while respecting the physical constraints and
opportunities of the site.
We will obtain ground-level topographic survey
including existing utility locations, property lines,
and easements for each park focused on the area(s)
of the proposed improvements. For reference, we
have estimated the cost for each park survey, noted
below, and have included that cost in our "Not-to-
Exceed" cost on Exhibit A- Proposal Form.
Reid Park Survey: ~$5,400
Ridge Park Survey: ~$8,300
Pebble Park Survey: ~$6,800
We will visit project site to identify natural
constraints which may affect the proposed project.
We will gather data from city, watershed and other
review agencies, as applicable.
We will prepare preliminary concepts for each park,
likely 1-3 alternatives, for review and discussion
with city staff.
We will prepare an Opinion of Probable
Construction Cost for proposed improvements
for each option/field and an assessment of the
challenges and benefits of each option/field.
• For Field 1 at Ridge Park, we will provide cost
options and comparisons for synthetic turf
versus natural grass for baseball and softball.
Through a process of informed decision making,
we will refine the concept alternatives to arrive at a
preferred Concept Plan for the parks.
We will repare and present final concept plans
based on the preferred and refined concept studies.
Presentation materials will include color rendered
site plan.
Bolton & Menk will assist city staff and the city
council in the selection of the preferred options/
fields, as requested.
PHASE 2 - DESIGN DEVELOPMENT,
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS AND BIDDING
Bolton & Menk will complete construction (bid)
documents for each park, including preliminary
and final plans and specifications accompanied
with necessary construction details for all site
improvements for public bidding.
We understand the city may fund the project(s)
using federal, state, or private grant funding
sources. Bolton & Menk has funding specialists on
staff who can help the City of Lake Elmo research
funding opportunities and can aid the city through
most grant processes.
SUBTASK 2.1: DESIGN DEVELOPMENT AND
CONSTRUCTION (BID) DOCUMENT PREPARATION
In order to provide comprehensive design
documents and so prospective bidders have
adequate soils information for bidding, we
recommend that soil borings be obtained, with
geotechnical reporting, in support of the proposed
ball field and parking lot improvements.
• Costs for the geotechnical services are not
included in this proposal nor in our "Not-to-
Exceed" cost on Exhibit A- Proposal Form.
• That said, we estimate soil borings and
geotechnical reporting for each park will cost
the city approximately $6,500 (x3).
We will prepare design and engineering documents
consistent with the requirements for site plan
approval with submittals to city staff for comment
at 60%, 90%, and 100% plan milestones and for
the implementation of each ballfield selected by
the city for construction/reconstruction. We will
prepare supplemental specifications for the city to
incorporate into the overall project manual. We will
develop plans for each park, including:
• Site survey
• Site layout and dimensioning plan
• Grading plan
• Utility plan
• Site Restoration plan
• Construction details
• Lighting plans, where applicable
• Synthetic turf layout plan and details for Field 1
at Ridge Park, if chosen by the City
WORK PLAN
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ANOKA CASTLE FIELD
Our team will hold project meeting discussions with city staff at the 60% and
90% stages to review the plans, discuss any changes made from the previous
submittal, and answer any questions that staff may have.
We will then prepare final opinion of probable construction cost for the
proposed improvements at each park.
Upon completion of the construction (bid) documents, Bolton & Menk will
present the project to the city council for approval for bidding.
SUBTASK 2.2: BIDDING
We will aid the city in reviewing options for construction bidding strategies.
In most cases, the public competitive bid process is the most efficient and
economical method. That said, if the city decides to entertain synthetic turf,
the state purchasing contract option may be available and appropriate.• Prepare advertisement for bids for the city to submit to the local legal
publication• Prepare addenda during the bidding phase• Answer questions to assist contractors in their bidding• Analyze bids and make recommendations to the city
WORK PLAN
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KEY PERSONNEL
Bolton & Menk understands the importance of developing design solutions that can be supported by Lake Elmo stakeholders and implemented efficiently. Our
team has a proven history of delivering beautifully landscaped designs that attract residents and visitors alike. Our multi-disciplinary team will work efficiently to
ensure our designs are not only beautiful concepts but also completely buildable. These proposed team members have track records of successful projects and,
just as importantly, are enthusiastic and committed to meeting and exceeding Lake Elmo’s expectations. We can provide detailed résumés of all personnel upon
request.
JAY POMEROY, PLA
Project Manager
Jay will serve as Lake Elmo’s main contact. He will manage daily tasks, overall
project coordination, and construction administration. He will oversee the
design process and ensure the design represents the community’s needs and
fulfills the expectations set by the City of Lake Elmo.
A principal landscape architect at Bolton & Menk, Jay began his career in
1988. His areas of expertise include landscape architecture, municipal park
improvements, school site design and campus renovation, athletic complex
design, and project management. He has extensive knowledge of complex site
design with specific emphasis on sports courts and high-performance ballfields. Jay has always loved how parts of the natural and built environment can come
together to form creative and functional spaces. He has a proven ability of
working with steering committees and advisory groups to identify and prioritize short- and long-range goals and collaborates regularly with architects and civil, mechanical, environmental, electrical, and environmental engineers.
SIMILAR EXPERIENCE:
• Lion John Weicht Park Recreational Facilities, City of Elk River, MN
• Red Haddox Athletic Field at Toro Stadium, City of Bloomington, MN
• Clemens Field & Athletic Complex, Saint John’s University
• New Athletic Complex, College of St. Benedict
• Palmer Field, University of St. Thomas
• North Athletic Field, University of St. Thomas
• Dome Facility and Stadium, City of St. Michael, MN
• Braemar Sports Dome and Outdoor Hockey Rink, City of Edina, MN
• Seasonal Sports Dome, City of Maple Grove, MN
• Minnetonka High School Campus & Veteran’s Field, City of Minnetonka, MN
• Quarry Point Park Athletic Complex, City of Apple Valley, MN
DAVE REY, PE
Civil Engineering Lead
Dave will lead all engineering needs for this project and work closely with Jay.
Dave is a principal engineer with Bolton & Menk who
began his civil engineering career in 1994. He specializes
in the development of public, private, and government
facilities. As part of his responsibilities, Dave frequently coordinates his design
efforts with various agencies including city, county, watershed districts, soil and
water conservation districts, and state agencies. Dave is proficient at large-scale
site development, including healthcare facilities, emergency services facilities,
school campuses, and community centers. His site design expertise includes
grading and drainage plans, low impact design (LID), traffic flow and routing,
infrastructure planning and design, stormwater management, and pedestrian
circulation. Dave puts an emphasis on client relationships and is always looking
out for their best interests.
SIMILAR EXPERIENCE:
• Princeton Middle School Baseball Field, Princeton Public Schools
• New Carver Elementary School, Eastern Carver County Schools
• Multi-Purpose Dome and Field, Eastern Carver County Schools
• Mahtomedi High School George Smith Athletic Field, Mahtomedi Public Schools
• Isaacson Park Baseball Field, City of Golden Valley, MN
• David M. Thaler Sports Center, Westonka Public Schools
• East Ridge High School Raptor’s Nest Stadium and Bielenberg Sports Center Campus Expansion, South
Washington County Schools
• Rockford High School Stadium Field, Rockford Area Schools
• Wayzata High School and Middle School Multi-Use Dome, Wayzata Public Schools
KEY PERSONNEL
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KEY PERSONNEL
MICHAEL WARNER, PE
Client Service Manager
Mike will lead all client service efforts for
this project.Mike began his engineering
profession in 2001. He is
experienced in project management, project
design, and construction inspection. He currently
manages many different responsibilities, both as a project engineer and project manager for municipal clients. As a project engineer, Mike prepares
cost estimates, feasibility reports, construction
plans and specifications, and performs contract
administration for a variety of municipal projects.
He is proficient with AutoCAD Civil 3D software and in many cases acts as the lead design engineer
and technical expert. As a project manager and client service manager, Mike serves as the primary
client contact, manages internal staff and facilitates
collaboration, and manages client budgets and schedules.
SIMILAR EXPERIENCE:
• Mississippi River Trail, City of Anoka, MN
• Jarvis Street and 165th Street Improvements, City of Elk River,
MN
• Kenyon Avenue Improvements, City of Lakeville, MN
• TH 10 Anoka Solution, City of Anoka, MN
• 2018 Street Improvements, City of Two Harbors, MN
• TH 10/169 Improvements, City of Anoka, MN
• Diffley Road (CSAH 30) School Area Safety Improvements, City of
Eagan, MN
• Rudy Johnson Park Master Plan, City of Anoka, MN
RON ALWIN, PLS
Survey Lead
Ron will lead all survey needs for this
project.Ron began his surveying career
in 1980 and currently serves as a survey project manager. He has owned and
managed land surveying and engineering firms and
has experience working in municipalities and on
civil engineering projects, oil fields, and large gas
refinery plants. Ron has been involved in dozens
of residential and commercial subdivisions where
he performed the preliminary surveying, platting,
and subsequent construction staking of streets,
public right-of-way, and public utilities. He was also
responsible for the construction staking of multiple
gas plants and compressor stations in western North Dakota.
SIMILAR EXPERIENCE:
• Lever Street NE Improvements, City of Blaine, MN
• Surrey Heights Drive Street and Utilities Rehabilitation, City of
Eagan, MN
• Clover Leaf Parkway Area Reconstruction, City of Blaine, MN
• 80th Street Improvements, City of Cottage Grove, MN
• Greenbrier Street Utility Improvements, City of Little Canada, MN
• CSAH 12 Reconstruction, Washington County, MN
• Pioneer Park Master Plan and Final Design, City of Little Canada,
MN
• Rum River Bank Stabilization, City of Anoka, MN
RICHARD KOECHLEIN, PLA
Lead Project Designer
Rich will work closely with the
design team to find creative solutions
and develop graphics and design
documentation for the baseball fields.
Rich is a project landscape architect at Bolton &
Menk whose professional career began in 1992.
His key areas of expertise include schools, parks,
and irrigation. Rich is proficient in AutoCAD, as well
as several illustrative/artistic rendering software
platforms, which allows him to generate creative
and unique park and school campus site concepts.
His extensive knowledge of irrigation design and
stormwater reuse systems makes water efficiency
and watering costs a top priority. He is also well-
versed in projects involving architectural elements
and requiring architectural coordination and
input. Rich is responsible for design development,
facilitating successful client relationships, and
developing site master plans for large-scale athletic
complexes as well as smaller, local neighborhood
parks. He’s passionate about taking client ideas and
bringing them to life, especially in outdoor spaces.
SIMILAR EXPERIENCE:
• Ball Field and Sport Court Improvements- City of Wabasha, MN
• Pickleball and Dog Park Construction, City of Rosemount, MN
• Pioneer Park Mater Plan- City of Independence, MN
• Downtown Road and Pedestrian Improvements, City of Monticello,
MN
• Pickleball Courts Master Planning – City of Red Wing, MN
• Varsity Baseball / Softball Master Planning, Stillwater
Highschool, MN
KEY PERSONNEL
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TIM OLSON, PE
Stormwater Lead
Tim will lead all stormwater needs for this
project.Tim is a principal water resources engineer who
joined Bolton & Menk in 2006. His experience includes project management in both design and
construction of complex water resources and
environmentally sensitive projects. He specializes in comprehensive surface water management
planning, innovative best management practice design, hydrologic and hydraulic modeling, drainage
design and construction plan review, and NPDES
Phase I & II MS4 and construction stormwater
permitting requirements. He couples GIS techniques with water resources design and analysis. Tim has a
passion for stormwater and water quality education
and participates in several stormwater-related
steering committees and stakeholder groups. He
enjoys facilitating partnerships, developing new
relationships, and collaborating with stakeholders
to define a common vision and work toward shared goals.
SIMILAR EXPERIENCE:
• Hazelnut Park/Glenpaul Neighborhood Street & Utility
Improvements, City of Arden Hills, MN
• Glacial Valley Park Update, City of Cottage Grove, MN
• Craig Park Concept, City of Fridley, MN
• Hidden Valley Park Pond, City of Northfield, MN
• Settlers Parkway Collection and Reuse of Stormwater for Onsite
Irrigation, City of Buffalo, MN
• Village Center Revitalization, City of Marine on St. Croix, MN
• 57th Avenue Rehabilitation and Twin Lakes Regional Trail, Three
Rivers Park District and City of Brooklyn Center, MN
JOE VOMELA –HALLBERG
ENGINEERING
Electrical Lead
Joe will lead all electrical needs for this
project.
Joe first joined HEI in 1999 as
an intern and was hired on as a full-time designer
a year later. His background in the electrical
field stems from his childhood when he worked
for his father at Muska Electric in Roseville,
Minnesota. This experience, combined with his
electrical design and management education,
gives him excellent insight into all components of
a project. Joe is experienced in electrical design
for commercial, recreational, and educational
facilities. He is currently responsible for the design
of power, lighting, fire alarm system design, and
communication systems. He possesses considerable
knowledge and expertise in projects requiring
lighting upgrades, LED lighting and specialty lighting
systems.
SIMILAR EXPERIENCE:
• Brooklyn Park Dome at Park Center Sr. High School, Osseo
Public Schools
• Multi-Purpose Athletic Field, Henry Sibley High School
• Athletic Complex, Esko Public Schools
• Park Center High School Practice Field Lighting, Park Center
Public Schools
• Field Lighting, Eden Prairie Public Schools
• Stadium Field Lighting, White Bear Lake Area Schools
• Football and Baseball/Softball Field Lighting, Chanhassen Public
Schools
KEY PERSONNEL
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PROJECT EXPERIENCE
Bolton & Menk has assembled an experienced team of professionals with a proven track record of delivering similar projects. We have highlighted several
projects our team has delivered using a similar approach and/or with similar elements. We will draw upon this experience to benefit the City of Lake Elmo.
Client satisfaction remains a top priority for us as evidenced by quality deliverables, cost-effective rates, and timely project delivery. Please feel free to contact
any of these references to evaluate our performance. Additional project information is available upon request.
CASTLE BASEBALL FIELD, CITY OF ANOKA, MN
Bolton & Menk teamed with 292DesignGroup to design a premier baseball
facility to be used by Legion leagues, local minor league teams, and Anoka
High School’s baseball team. The 1st Phase (2012) of the project included
covered bleacher seating for ~300, press box, dugouts, field lighting, parking
lot (~100 cars), sand-peat ball field, and related amenities. The 2nd Phase of
construction (2014) included a multi-use
building with concessions, restrooms, storage
areas, and mechanical room. The overall cost
of the project was $2.2 million.
NCAA BASEBALL FIELD, UNIVERSITY OF ST. THOMAS
University of St. Thomas renovated their stadium facility including replacement
of the aging synthetic turf football field, reconstruction of the running
track, and converting their baseball infield to synthetic turf. The work was
accomplished during the summer of 2017.
Bolton & Menk, working with Opus Group, designed and engineered the
stadium facility renovations including complete reconstruction of the track and
field events and synthetic turf football/soccer field to meet the strict City of
St. Paul and Capitol Region Watershed District requirements by incorporating
underground storm water containment/infiltration measures. Baseball fields
improvements not only included conversion of the aglime infield to synthetic
turf but also construction of new batting cages, bull pens, backstop, and
sideline fence.
REFERENCE:
LISA LACASSE
PUBLIC SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR
763-576-2984
LLACASSE@CI.ANOKA.MN.US
REFERENCE:
JIM BRUMMER
VP FOR FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
651-962-6595
JIM.BRUMMER@STTHOMAS.EDU
THE LEAD LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECT/ENGINEER
FOR THE PROJECT WAS
BOLTON & MENK (JAY
POMEROY AS PROJECT
MANAGER).
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
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PROJECT EXPERIENCE
BASEBALL/MULTI-PURPOSE FIELDS, EDINA HIGH SCHOOL
Bolton & Menk teamed with Wold Architects and Edina Schools to design a
premier baseball and multi-purpose ballfield facility at Edina High School which
was part of and constructed with a much larger campus-wide improvements
project.
The four-acre “lower fields” area at Edina High School was converted to
synthetic turf to support varsity baseball as well as soccer, football, softball
practice, PE, and other recreation events. In order to address the severe grade
change and to get ADA accessibility to the fields, which are over 50 feet lower
than the school, Bolton & Menk creatively designed a series of staircases,
ramps, retaining walls, and native landscaped areas The overall construction
cost of the project was $8.5 million. The project was designed in 2015/2016
and constructed in 2016/2017.
LION JOHN WEICHT PARK, CITY OF ELK RIVER, MN
Bolton & Menk teamed with 292DesignGroup to redesign Lion John Weicht
Park. The ballfields, parking lot, and community building at the Elk River
Park had become weathered and out-of-date. Following community and
neighborhood input, Bolton & Menk designed and oversaw all site-related
work for the park renovation, including site demolition and preparation, storm
water management, utilities, sand-peat soil and seeding of the softball fields,
masonry dugouts, fenced/ roofed dugouts, netted backstops, batting cages,
bull pens, parking lot (~105 stalls), pavilion, open play area, intra-park trail, and
landscaping.
Construction was completed in 2020 for a total construction cost of
approximately $1.7M.
REFERENCE:
ERIC HAMILTON
SUPERVISOR OF BUILDINGS & GROUNDS
952-848-3999
ERIC.HAMILTON@EDINASCHOOLS.ORG
REFERENCE:
MICHAEL HECKER
PARKS AND RECREATION
MANAGER
763-635-1150
MHECKER@ELKRIVERMN.GOV
PROJECT EXPERIENCE
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FEE SCHEDULE
The following fee schedule is based upon competent, responsible professional services and is the minimum, below which adequate professional standards cannot be maintained.
It is, therefore, to the advantage of both the professional and the client that fees be commensurate with the service rendered. Charges are based on hours spent at hourly
rates in effect for the individuals performing the work. The hourly rates for principals and
members of the staff vary according to skill and experience. The current specific billing rate for any individual can be provided upon request.
The fee schedule shall apply for the period through December 31, 2023. These rates may
be adjusted annually thereafter to account for changed labor costs, inflation, or changed
overhead conditions.
These rates include labor, general business, and other normal and customary expenses
associated with operating a professional business. For projects with typical expenses and
unless otherwise agreed, the above rates include vehicle and personal expenses, mileage,
telephone, survey stakes, and routine expendable supplies; no separate charges will
be made for these activities and materials. Expenses beyond typical project expenses,
non-routine expenses, and expenses beyond the agreed scope of services, such as out of
town travel expenses, long travel distances, large quantities of prints, extra report copies,
outsourced graphics and photographic reproductions, document recording fees, outside professional and technical assistance, and other items of this general nature will be
invoiced separately. Rates and charges do not include sales tax, if applicable.
Submitted by Bolton & Menk, Inc.
1 No separate charges will be made for GPS or robotic total stations on Bolton & Menk, Inc. survey assign-
ments; the cost of this equipment is included in the rates for survey technicians.
*Specialized role not classified above otherwise, incl. graphic design, project communication, funding support,
etc.
**Highly specialized and industry expertise unique to the market or area of discipline.
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FEE SCHEDULE
APPENDIX
EXHIBIT A PROPOSAL FORM
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EXHIBIT A
PROPOSAL FORM
1.Professional services to design and assist with the bidding of the baseball field
renovations for REID PARK, a number not to exceed $__________________________
2.Professional Services to design and assist with the bidding of the baseball field
construction/renovations for RIDGE PARK,
A: Grass field (or fields) a number not to exceed $__________________
B: Competitive Synthetic Turf field (and a second grass recreational field if room allows)
a number not to exceed $_______________
3.Professional services to design and assist with the bidding of baseball field
construction/renovations for PEBBLE PARK, a number not to exceed $_______________
Signature of Proposer: _____________________________
Name of Proposer: ________________________________
Address: ________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________________
Email Address: ___________________________________
Jay Pomeroy, PLA
3507 High Point Drive North, Bldg 1 Suite E130, Oakdale MN 55128
763-544-7129 ext 3668
Jay.Pomeroy@Bolton-Menk.com
44,400
30,800
93,700
46,500
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DTE-LS.COM
City of Lake Elmo
Baseball Field Project
Professional Services Proposal
5/23/2023
COVER SHEET
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DTE-LS.COM
601 Carlson Parkway, Suite 1053; Minnetonka, MN 55305 888-216-1916
5/23/2023ER LETTER
Adam Swanepoel – Assistant Public Works Director
City of Lake Elmo, MN
aswanepoel@lakeelmo.org
Re: City of Lake Elmo Baseball Field Project
Professional Services Qualifications and Fees
Dear Mr. Swanepoel,
Thank you for allowing Design Tree the opportunity to provide a Professional Services Qualification
and Fee Proposal to the City of Lake Elmo for the Baseball Field Project. Design Tree Engineering’s
specialists have reviewed the city’s Request For Proposals and prepared this response which outlines
our proposed staff, relevant experience and fee structure for your consideration.
Design Tree is uniquely qualified to work with the City of Lake Elmo on this project based on our
experience with related projects and our project approach. We will agree to the City of Elmo’s
contract terms and the conditions listed in Section III of the RFP.
Design Tree has big league outdoor activity space experience and delivers projects with attention to
detail and respect for process. The city’s RFP outlines the vision for these spaces while recognizing
that a robust preliminary design phase is necessary before the creation of construction documents
and bidding can take place. We enjoy this collaborative process and relish the outcome of
brainstorming ideas. We create to-scale graphics that enhance the process and will show how the
park improvements fit into the context of the neighborhoods that surround them. Our workload and
available staff will allow us to give the prompt attention that this project deserves.
Thank you for the opportunity to work with The City of Lake Elmo to improve Reid, Ridge, and Pebble
Parks with new baseball fields. Both Jeremy Anderson and myself are/have been active in youth
baseball and understand the need to have a city field inventory that supports the kids desire to play!
Sincerely,
Dan Folsom, PE
President
djf@dte-ls.com
Direct: 763-270-6310
Cell: 320-808-3811
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TABLE OF
CONTENTS
COVER SHEET ...................................................................................................... i
TABLE OF CONTENTS ........................................................................................ iii
FIRM PROFILE ..................................................................................................... 1
RESUMES ............................................................................................................. 1
PROJECT UNDERSTANDING ............................................................................ 3
PROJECT APPROACH ....................................................................................... 3
FAMILIARTY WITH DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, AND PLANNING ................. 4
COMPUTER AIDED DRAFTING AND DESIGN CAPABILITES ......................... 5
SIMILAR PROJECT LIST ...................................................................................... 6
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FIRM PROFILE
RESUMES
Dan Folsom, PE
President
Years Experience: 32
Years with Design Tree: 15
Education:
University of Minnesota
Civil Engineering
FIRM INFORMATION
Design Tree Engineering, Inc. (S-Corporation)
601 Carlson Parkway, Suite 1053
Minnetonka, MN 55305
888-216-1916
Firm Officers:
Dan Folsom, PE - President
Jeremy Anderson, PE – Vice President/Treasurer
Aaron Mueller – PE – Vice President/Secretary
Jon Schuette, RLS – Vice President
A company organizational chart is attached to this proposal as
Appendix B.
Design Tree Engineering can complete the scope of work contained
in the RFP without the need for subconsultants.
PRIMARY CONTACT INFORMATION
Dan Folsom, PE – President
djf@dte-ls.com
Direct: 763-270-6310
Cell: 320-808-3811
Dan has been consulting public and private sector clients for over
30 years and this experience allows him to identify critical project
success factors early on and institute them into a common-sense
design. His understanding of municipal government allows him to
deliver turn-key solutions including planning, design, bidding and
construction administration. Dan will act as Project Manager and
lead the Design Tree team in working with City of Lake Elmo staff to
deliver the park improvements.
Project Experience:
New High School Campus – St. Cloud, MN
New High School Campus – Sartell, MN
High School Site Master Plan – Eden Prairie, MN
South Valley Park Improvements – Inver Grove Heights
Lions Park Improvements – Rogers, MN
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Jeremy Anderson, PE
Vice President – Civil Team
Leader
Years Experience: 23
Years with Design Tree: 15
Education:
University of Minnesota
BS Civil Engineering
University of Minnesota
MS Infrastructure Engineering
Aaron R. Mueller, PE
Electrical Team Leader
LEED AP, WELL AP
Years Experience: 20
Years with Design Tree: 10
Education:
North Dakota State University
Electrical Engineering
Jeremy is the team leader for Design Tree Engineering’s civil
department. He has served public and private sector clients with all
aspects of their projects from master planning to design through
construction. His experience and diligence during every phase of a
project for everything from parking lot to complete commercial,
educational, and governmental campuses provides the basis for
detailed, constructible documents and projects. This experience
coupled with Jeremy’s emphasis on responsiveness, accountability,
trust, and communication results in successful projects meeting the
client’s defined expectations.
Jeremy will leverage his athletic master planning experience to
brainstorm the park improvements and transition this to a practical,
common-sense design. His role as Civil Team Leader will assist in
making sure the right staff is on the job and deadlines are met.
New High School Campus – St. Cloud, MN
New High School Campus – Sartell, MN
Athletic Complex Master Plan – ROCORI School District
College Softball Complex Renovation – University Minnesota Morris
South Community Park Upgrades – Rogers, MN*
South Valley Park Upgrades – Inver Grove Heights
*-Currently Under Design
Aaron specializes in the electrical design of buildings and sites and
their power and lighting implications. He has extensive experience
in site and field lighting for municipal/public sector projects. He
understands site lighting for illumination, safety, and energy
efficiency. Having Aaron on the project team will ensure the critical
electrical infrastructure is delivered in a way that supports the
project vision in a cost-effective and practical manner.
Aaron will be the electrical point of contact for the project and
lead the design effort from Schematic Design through construction.
He will engage other electrical team members and coordinate with
other disciplines to deliver a successful, well- coordinated project.
Project Experience:
New High School Campus – Sartell, MN
High School Stadium Lighting Upgrades – Sartell, MN
Lions Park Improvements – Rogers, MN
Woodhaven Park Improvements – City of Eagan
Riverfront Park Improvements – Sauk Rapids, MN
Ironwood Park Improvements – Carver, MN
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PROJECT
UNDERSTANDING
PROJECT
APPROACH
The City of Lake Elmo is a rapidly growing city that has retained its
rural feel by prioritizing the protection of open spaces including the
extensive park system. There are twenty-four (24) parks listed on the
city’s website with various amenities. Of the twenty-four parks there
are ten with ball fields and of those ten ball fields, eight are
recreational with more competition-based fields at VFW and Lions
Parks.
According to the Lake Elmo Baseball Association website, 260
players tried out which was the largest class ever. Further defining
the project need comes from general city demographic data that
reflects a growing community, the signs of increased field demand,
and the limited supply of adequate ball field inventory in the city.
Pebble, Reid, and Ridge Park all have an existing baseball field and
seem to have adequate space to accommodate the proposed
improvements. Improving fields at these parks will provide better
geographic convenience to fields that have the capacity to be
used for more formal baseball use while also serving as a
recreational option.
Enhancing the Project Understanding
Our first step will be to work with city staff to better understand the
project drivers and stakeholders. It is critical to determine the
motive and intent of the ultimate use of these fields and the user
groups involved. Getting the field usage intents correct will drive
the design process.
Once the project drivers are identified it will be important to discuss
the project’s financial and political realities. We understand the
fiscal realities faced by cities as well as the communication
necessary to defend the expenditure to user groups that may not
directly benefit from this round of improvements.
Most of this up-front work will focus heavily on workshops with city
staff and include elected/appointed officials as staff sees fit.
Design Phase (Phase 1)
With the project drivers and fiscal/political framework are
established, conceptual layouts are generated. We typically
provide a few concepts to brainstorm with staff and get feedback.
Once we get feedback a final option or two will move forward. It is
at this point that we find it is most effective to involve the
elected/appointed officials.
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FAMILIARTY WITH
DESIGN,
CONSTRUCTION, AND
PLANNING
At this stage we will generate high-level budget estimates to assist in
the decision-making process. These estimates will be refined as a
final option is selected and the design process moves to creating
bid documents.
Critical to this phase is the generation of to-scale graphics that
show the concepts and how they fit into the context of the parks.
There is more detail and examples of how we accomplish this in the
Computer Aided Design capability discussion. These graphics are
critical to internal city discussions, informing the public and to
support a capital campaign if that proves to be a funding source.
Bidding Documents/Bidding/Construction (Phase 2)
After deciding on the selected alternative for each site we will
prepare bidding documents. We are familiar with the public
bidding process with our work with municipalities and school districts
for similar projects. It is assumed that the planned project delivery
method for this project is General Contractor and this can be done
as one contract for all three sites or separated as the city desires.
Design Tree will lead the bidding process, schedule the bid
opening, create the bid tabulation, and prepare an award
recommendation. We will attend city meetings as
needed/requested by city staff.
Given the scope of the project we plan to perform intermittent,
critical path site visits during construction. We will coordinate with
city staff regarding these expectations and how to ensure that the
project is constructed consistent with the design intent and quality is
maintained.
Design Tree Engineering’s roots are in the planning, design, and
construction of public sector projects. The key personnel of Dan
Folsom and Jeremy Anderson have broad experience in municipal
engineering serving as City Engineer for several communities
throughout their career. This experience has been applied to
outdoor activity projects for school districts and municipalities.
This base of experience allows us to provide “turnkey” services for
projects like the Lake Elmo Ballfield project. We recognize that city
staff resources are tight especially during the construction season so
we will lead the project to take pressure off.
Planning is one of our favorite things to do. The creative and
collaborative process is a great complement to our day-to-day
design work.
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COMPUTER AIDED
DRAFTING AND DESIGN
CAPABILITES
Design Tree uses various CADD tools and resources to plan and
design the projects that we are involved in. During the concept
phase we start our work with 2-dimensional drawings in AutoCAD
since we find this the most efficient way to generate alternatives.
Once the concepts are getting more definition and the number of
alternatives are reduced we use a modeling software called
InfraWorks. Modeling is a critical step that can help visualize what
the finished product will look like.
After selecting the preferred alternative we use AutoCAD 3D to
prepare bidding documents from the existing conditions survey.
If more polished renderings are needed/desired, a software called
Lumion is used to generate the renderings.
Shown below is an example of a 2-D layout used for planning and a
3-D model that captured the concept and put it into context.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
SARTELL HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITY COMPLEX
SARTELL, MN
ST. CLOUD TECH HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITY COMPLEX
ST.CLOUD, MN
SOUTH COMMUNITY PARK IMPROVEMENTS
ROGERS, MN
The Sartell – St. Stephen School District passed a
referendum in 2016 that included the construction of
a new High School. Design Tree provided Civil
Engineering Services to design a softball “pinwheel”,
varsity baseball field, five multi-purpose practice
fields, and two multi-purpose varsity fields for soccer
and football. Site design also included parking lots,
drives, trails, and gathering spaces. Extensive
coordination between the district and the City of
Sartell for infrastructure projects to support the
project including a multi-use trail that traverses the
site and connects to the city trail system.
The St. Cloud Area School District passed a referendum in 2016 that included the construction of a new High School. Design Tree provided Civil
Engineering services to design the activities complex
that consists of two baseball fields, three softball fields, four multi-purpose fields, a synthetic turf football stadium, and tennis courts. Challenging site conditions included wetlands, a trout stream through the site, a high ground water table, and no
city infrastructure serving the site. These challenges
were handled by coordinating with the city, creative
storm water management strategies, and an
efficient complex layout.
The City of Rogers passed a Local Option Sales Tax
with one of the priorities being parks and trails. South
Community Park is currently 10 acres of
undeveloped city land adjacent to an Elementary
School where the city will be constructing four
baseball fields, two skating rinks, parking, and a
warming house/storage building. Design Tree is
leading this project, contracted directly with the city
and will be performing design, bidding, and
construction services. The project is currently in the
early design phase.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA MORRIS SOFTBALL FACILITY
MORRIS, MN
EDEN PRAIRIE HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITY COMPLEX MASTER PLANNING
EDEN PRAIRIE, MN
ROCORI HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITY COMPLEX MASTER PLANNING
COLD SPRING, MN
The University of Minnesota Morris is located in west-central Minnesota had softball facilities that needed attention. Existing facilities had exceeded their useful life and lacked core support infrastructure
such as concessions/press box, parking, and an
efficient field layout. Design Tree teamed with an
Architect to work with the University’s Athletic
Department and develop the overall layout that
resulted in three new fields and state-of-the art
support facilities.
The Eden Prairie High School complex resides on the
original site where building and parking expansions
to accommodate growth have squeezed the site.
Converting grass fields to artificial turf for enhanced
scheduling and reconfiguring field orientation are
being considered as strategies to optimize space.
Focus will also be given to create outdoor gathering
and learning spaces to tie activity spaces in with
educational opportunities. Design Tree is working
directly with the district in performing master
planning services. The project is in the mid-stages of
planning.
ROCORI School District serves a growing St. Cloud suburban area with a storied athletic history. To address their present and future demands they imagined how a farm field neighboring their
middle/high school campus could supplement their
existing activity complex. Design Tree assisted the
district in capturing their vision into a master plan
that laid out baseball, softball, and multi-purpose
fields and the infrastructure to support the athletes,
spectators, and community.
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REFERENCES
We are proud of the work we do and humbled by clients entrusting
us with their project. Please contact the references below to
reinforce the qualifications contained in our proposal. If more
references are needed, don’t hesitate to contact Dan Folsom.
St. Cloud School District
Mike Spanier – Facilities Consultant
320-267-6195
mike.spanier@isd742.org
Sartell – St. Stephen School District
Joe Prom – Business Manager
320-656-3721
Joe.prom@isd748.org
Eden Prairie School District
Kyle Fisher – Director of Facilities, Safety, and Grounds
952-975-7124
mweber@ci.brooklyn-center.mn.us
City of Rogers
Andrew Simmons – Public Works Superintendent
762-428-0907
asimmons@rogersmn.gov
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FEE SCHEDULE
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EXHIBIT A
PROPOSAL FORM
1. Professional services to design and assist with the bidding of the baseball field
renovations for REID PARK, a number not to exceed $__________________________
2. Professional services to design and assist with the bidding of the baseball field
construction/renovations for RIDGE PARK, a number not to exceed $_______________
3. Professional services to design and assist with the bidding of baseball field
construction/renovations for PEBBLE PARK, a number not to exceed $_______________
Signature of Proposer: _____________________________
Name of Proposer: ________________________________
Address: ________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________________
Email Address: ___________________________________
25,000
Includes field lighting design.
60,000
30,000
Includes field lighting design.
Note: Fees reflected above assume that an existing conditions survey will be provided by the city and not part of the RFP scope.
Dan Folsom, PE - President
601 Carlson Parkway, Suite 1053; Minnetonka, MN 55305
763-270-6310
djf@dte-ls.com
Appendix B -Design Tree Organizational Chart
DAN FOLSOM
President
JEREMY ANDERSON
Civil Lead
MIKE GERBER
Civil Engineer
RILEY KEPHART
Civil Designer
NICK KNUTSON
Civil Designer
JEREMY ANDERSON
Structural Lead
JOE NICHOLSON
Structural Engineer
AARON WATKINS
Structural Designer
JON SCHUETTE
Land Survey Lead
CODY KISTHART
Land Surveyor
JOE RANKINS
Land Survey Technician
PAUL QUIRIN
Mechanical Lead
ROBERT SCHUSTER
Mechanical Engineer
JOE KLINKHAMMER
Mechanical Engineer
MATT PETERSON
Mechanical Engineer
GRANT TROKEY
Mechanical Designer
RYAN CARTER
Mechanical Designer
NICK WEBB
Mechanical Designer
RYAN WILLIAMS
Mechanical Designer
AMY FANDRICH
Plumbing Designer
AARON MUELLER
Electrical Lead
PHIL HAIGHT
Electrical Engineer
CHAD BUSEMAN
Electrical Designer
TOM BERNSTEIN
Electrical Designer
RICK BRANDER
Electrical Designer
NIKOLA PAVKOVIC
Electrical Designer
NICK KRENZ
Electrical Designer
DAN FOLSOM
Operations Lead
MELISSA FOLSOM
Office Manager
GARY PETERSON
IT/BIM Manager
Steven Foss, PLA, ASLA
Project Manager
steven.foss@tkda.com
651.955.1471 | steven.foss@tkda.com
444 Cedar Street, Suite 1500
Saint Paul, MN 55101
tkda.com
Proposal to Provide
Architectural and Engineering Services for the
CITY OF LAKE ELMO
BASEBALL FIELD CONSTRUCTION/RENOVATION DESIGN AND
PREPARATION OF BID DOCUMENT SERVICES
TKDA® | 444 Cedar Street Suite 1500 | Saint Paul, MN 55101 651.292.4400 • tkda.com
An employee-owned company promoting affirmative action and equal opportunity.
May 23, 2023
Mr. Adam Swanepoel
City of Lake Elmo
3800 Laverne Avenue North
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
aswanepoel@lakeelmo.org
Re: Response to Request for Proposal
Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design and Preparation of Bid Document Services
Dear Mr. Swanepoel and Members of the Selection Committee:
Quality athletic fields are as vital to growing communities as its people. The City of Lake Elmo is
considered one of the state’s fastest growing cities, attracting many young families. With new
development and population growth also comes an increased need to accommodate the interest in youth
sports. The City of Lake Elmo would like to evaluate alternatives for renovations/additions to the ballfield
facilities at Reid, Pebble, and Ridge Parks. We understand these decisions have fiscal impacts and we
approach park renovations from a sustainable and cost-effective viewpoint. Recreational amenities and
parks are at the heart of a community.
TKDA is pleased to submit our qualifications to support the City of Lake Elmo in the evaluation of ballfield
facilities. Steve Foss and Kathleen Anglo, along with our design team of architects and engineers, have
extensive experience in the design and implementation of recreational, high school, and collegiate athletic
facilities. We balance creative park design with a pragmatic understanding of park infrastructure needs
and maintenance. Parks should be engaging and fun, and as such, so should the design process! Our goal
is to enrich the lives of the Lake Elmo residents and visitors with unique, creative, and high-quality
recreational amenities, well-suited to the surrounding context.
Our team has the expertise and capacity to further collaborate, realize, and implement baseball field
improvements at Reid, Ridge, and Pebble Parks. We come with an open mind and we look forward to
working alongside City staff during the design process to explore the possibilities within each park.
Thank you for considering TKDA for this exciting opportunity. If acceptable, please issue a Task Order
under our Architect-Engineer Agreement dated February 2, 1988, or a mutually agreeable contract as
referenced in the Request for Proposals. We look forward to a collaborative relationship with the City of
Lake Elmo on this project. If you have any questions regarding this proposal, please contact me directly at
651.955.1471 or at steven.foss@tkda.com.
Sincerely,
Steven Foss, PLA, ASLA DJ Heinle, AIA, CID, NCARB
Project Manager Vice President Architecture
TKDA • City of Lake Elmo | Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design 1
Table of Contents
Firm Information ..........................1
Key Personnel .............................2
Similar Projects ...........................6
Understanding/Approach. ........9
Project Schedule.. .....................11
Rates. ............................................12
Additional Information. ............13
Braun Intertec Corporation
Geotechnical Services
11001 Hampshire Avenue S. | Minneapolis, MN 55438
Contact:
Jeffrey Casmer, PE | Project Engineer
952.995.2314 direct | 952.300.5803 mobile
jcasemer@braunintertec.com
Year Established: 1957
Ownership: Employee-owned
Firm Information
TKDA
Prime Firm
444 Cedar Street, Suite 1500 | Saint Paul, MN 55101
Contact:
Steven Foss
Project Manager/Point of Contact
651.955.1471 | steven.foss@tkda.com
Year Established: 1910
Legal Status: S-Corporation
Ownership: Employee-owned
Officers:
•Thomas Stoneburner, PE – President/Chief Executive Officer
•Jeff Lipovetz – Chief Operating Officer
Vice Presidents
•DJ Heinle, AIA – Architecture
•John Ahern, PE – Aviation
•Peter R. “Rusty” Steitz, PE – Facilities Engineering
•Andrew Wagstrom, PE – Rail
•Matthew Christensen, PE, SE – Surface Transportation
Program Directors and Chief Officers
•Jeannine Clancy – Program Director, Strategic and Community
Partnerships
•Doug Fischer, PE – Program Director, Government Markets
•Craig Anderson – Chief Marketing and Business
Development Officer
•Daniel Schafer – Chief Financial Officer
•Cameron Smith – Chief Legal Officer
•Darci Tanberg – Chief Human Resources Officer
The project will be led by TKDA’s Saint Paul office and
comprised of landscape architects and architects along with
the firm’s mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil
engineers. The following subconsultant will also be utilized.
TKDA • City of Lake Elmo | Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design 2
Key Personnel
Steven Foss, PLA, ASLA
Project Manager/Landscape Architect
Josh Elder
Architectural Designer
Joseph Yobbie
Lighting Designer
Jonathan Libby, PE
Water Resources Engineer
Brian Kelley
Irrigation Specialist
Marc Prasch
Survey
Project Team
Jeffrey Casmer, PE
Geotechnical Services
TKDA
Braun Intertec
The TKDA team members will fully commit their personnel resources to the timely completion of
your project. In addition to the team highlighted in this proposal, TKDA has a staff of over 350
individuals including architects, engineers, and technicians to draw on for additional project
support. Other team members also possess a depth relative to their project involvement, and are
committed to fulfilling their role to deliver successful baseball field design and renovations for the
City of Lake Elmo.
Strong project management is TKDA’s specialty, and is the reason behind its many successful
projects. Steven Foss will serve as the Project Manager/Landscape Architect and work
alongside City staff to set the schedule and ensure the baseball field construction/renovation
design meets the goals established by the City.
Kathleen Anglo, PLA, ASLA, SITES AP
QA/QC Manager
TKDA • City of Lake Elmo | Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design 3
Steven Foss designs civic spaces, parks, streetscapes, and site development plans with
the general public in mind. He develops comprehensive park system plans including
site inventory and analysis, master planning, and cost estimating for future development
efforts. With his 11 years of experience, Steve works collaboratively with the external
clients, internal team, public groups, and other design professionals throughout the
design process. He consistently meets project construction budgets with creative
aesthetic design solutions.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:
Project Manager/Landscape Architect, UMore Ballfields Phase II Improvements, City of
Rosemount, Rosemount, MN*
Design of new parking lot and two ballfields including site amenities and ballfield lighting.
Landscape Architect, Welcome Park Ballfields, City of Crystal, Crystal, MN*
Assisted in the development of construction document and construction administration of one
multi-purpose ballfields and walk connections.
Landscape Designer, Kaposia Landing Sports Field Complex, City of South St. Paul, South
St. Paul, MN*
Assisted in the development of construction document and construction administration of
three multi-purpose ballfields, one baseball field, trail connections, and shelter.
Landscape Designer, Sand Creek Sports Field Complex, City of Coon Rapids, Coon
Rapids, MN*
Assisted in the development of construction document and construction administration of four
multi-purpose ballfields, two multi-purpose fields, parking lots, trail connections, and shelter.
Landscape Architect, St Scholastica Softball Facilities Masterplanning, College of St.
Scholastica, Duluth, MN
Prepared concept plans for three locations for a potential new softball facility.
Project Manager/Landscape Architect, Flint Hills Athletic Complex Phase II Improvements,
City of Rosemount, Rosemount, MN*
Led design of drive and new parking lot, four multi-purpose fields, trail connections, shelter,
and play area.
Landscape Architect, Farwell Park Improvements, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board,
Minneapolis, MN
Prepared construction documentation for park improvements at Farwell Park.
Landscape Architect, Hall Park Improvements, Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board,
Minneapolis, MN
Prepared construction documentation for park improvements at Hall Park.
Steven Foss, PLA, ASLA
Registrations/Certifications
Landscape Architect –
MN #56852
ASLA
PROJECT MANAGER/
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
*Projects completed while with
previous employers.
Key Personnel
TKDA • City of Lake Elmo | Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design 4
Kathleen Anglo has over 24 years of experience in planning parks, trails, building sites, and campuses. She is highly skilled in strategic planning, problem solving, community
engagement, design detailing, QA/QC, and construction administration. Kathleen creates spaces for human interaction while preserving natural environments. She
elevates the user experience with intuitive designs that blend into the natural landscape. Kathleen previously worked for the City of Saint Paul where she created
beautiful outdoor spaces while also maintaining high quality infrastructure. She thoughtfully identifies, plans, and implements solutions for complex urban and natural
resource projects.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:
Landscape Architect, Wheeler Sports Complex Redesign, City of Duluth, Duluth, MN
The sports center was redesigned for better pedestrian and vehicular circulation and ADA compliance. The dugouts on Fields 2 and 3 were redesigned, retaining walls replaced, and
ADA-compliant ramps incorporated. The concession building was also redesigned to include a family restroom. TKDA provided design and construction administration services.
Project Manager/Landscape Architect, Lake Elmo Park Reserve Improvements, Washington County, Lake Elmo, MN
Improvements to the 3.8-mile Eagle Point Trail and the 80-site modern campground. Trail upgrades included design of a new trailhead restroom facility, parking area, drainage
improvements, site amenities, and landscaping. Campground upgrades provided additional power hook-ups, new water lines, sewer hookups, and updated play area with walkways,
equipment, resilient surfacing, seating, drinking fountain, and landscaping.
Senior Landscape Architect, Frogtown Community Center (formerly Scheffer Recreation
Center) Site Improvements, City of Saint Paul, Saint Paul, MN*Worked in partnership with consulting architecture firm on the site planning for a new
recreation center building. The existing building was kept in place while the new building was constructed. Landscape Architecture design included an overall park master plan,
building entrance plazas, parking lot layout, pedestrian access, play area, artificial turf athletic fields, basketball court, Ka-tow courts, site amenities, and planting plan for the 4.5-
acre site.
Landscape Architect, Palace Community Center Expansion and Site Improvements, City
of Saint Paul, Saint Paul, MN*Site design for building expansion completed in Phase I. The scope of work for Phase II
added a new play area, the reconfiguration and enhancements of the ball fields with new backstops, bleachers and the installation of field lighting. Additional improvements on the site
are accessible walking paths, benches, picnic tables, bike racks and landscaping.
Lead Landscape Architect, El Rio Vista/Wellstone Community Center, City of Saint Paul,
Saint Paul, MN* Artificial turf field.
Lead Landscape Architect, Sylvan Park, City of Saint Paul, Saint Paul, MN* Artificial turf field.
Project Manager/Landscape Architect, Baker Tennis Court and Site Improvements, City of Saint Paul, Saint Paul, MN*
New tennis and basketball courts.
Registrations/Certifications
Professional Landscape
Architect – MN #43242, IA,
MO, ND, SD, TN, TX, WI
Sites AP
*Projects completed while with
previous employers.
QA/QC MANAGER
Kathleen Anglo, PLA, ASLA, SITES AP
Key Personnel
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Key Personnel
ARCHITECTURAL
DESIGNER
Josh Elder
Architectural Specialist
Josh Elder has 20 years of experience
designing and detailing of buildings,
building envelopes and roofs. He also
brings a comprehensive knowledge of
codes, industry best practices, and
regulatory requirements.
Wheeler Sports Complex Renovation |
City of Duluth, Duluth, MN
Semer’s Park Covered Pavilion | City of
Ely, Ely, MN
Entry Building - Fred Wells Tennis and
Education Center | Saint Paul, MN
LIGHTING
DESIGNER
Joseph Yobbie
Engineering Specialist II
Joe Yobbie designs lighting, signal, and
power distribution systems with over 35
years of experience. He has a strong
background in projects involving athletic
field lighting and power. Joe works
closely with project managers, preparing
electrical plans and specifications.
Baseball Field Lighting | White Bear
Township, MN
Alimagnet Park Baseball Field Lighting |
Burnsville, MN
Palace Community Center Field Lighting |
Saint Paul, MN
Aronson Park Softball Field Lighting |
Lakeville, MN
Sports Field Lighting | Rice and Arlington
Sports Dome, Saint Paul, MN
WATER
RESOURCES
ENGINEER
Registrations/
Certifications
Engineer – MN
#51276
LEED AP
Jonathan Libby, PE, LEED AP
Registered Engineer
Jonathan Libby has ten years of
experience designing water resources for
public infrastructure and land development
projects. His technical expertise includes
stormwater design, hydraulic and
hydrological modeling, utility planning and
design, roadway design, site planning, and
site engineering.
Lake Elmo Park Reserve Improvements |
Washington County, Lake Elmo, MN
Hidden Falls South | City of Saint Paul
Division of Parks and Recreation, Saint
Paul, MN
2019 Parking Lot Improvements | Saint
Paul College, Saint Paul, MN
IRRIGATION
DESIGNER
Brian Kelley
Engineering Specialist II
Brian Kelley designs mechanical systems
with near 40 years of experience. He
provides project management,
construction contract administration,
HVAC, plumbing and piping design, and
specializes in the design of fire
protection and irrigation systems.
Irrigation Plan | Hill Murray High School,
Hill Murray Fathers Club, Inc.,
Maplewood, MN
Irrigation System | Saint Paul College,
Saint Paul, MN
Softball Field Improvements | Dakota
County Technical College,
Rosemount, MN
Baseball Storage Building | Dakota
County Technical College,
Rosemount, MN
GEOTECHNICAL
ENGINEER
Jeffrey Casmer, PE
Project Engineer, Braun Intertec
Jeff Casmer prepares geotechnical
evaluation reports, performs engineering
analyses, coordinates field explorations,
classifys soil samples and assigns
laboratory testing, and scopes out any
other project geotechnical tasks.
SURVEY
Marc Prasch
Engineering Specialist I
Marc Prasch provides land surveying
on-site and off-site support with 12 years
of experience. He provides construction
staking and operates robotic total station
and GPS. Marc leads TKDA’s 3D
scanning efforts, digitally documenting
existing facilities and conditions.
UMore Ballfields Phase II Improvements
Rosemount, MN*
The UMore Ballfields Phase II Improvement Project was
implemented to provide additional fields due to the
growing demand within the youth ballfield organizations.
As part of this phase, two additional fields were
designed and constructed as well as expanding the
existing parking lot. Through the design, Steve
communicated with the City and key stakeholders to
obtain and incorporate expressed desires in the
expansion of this facility. The project included:
■Two ballfields with backstops, perimeter fencing,
irrigation, lighting, dugouts, bleachers, batting cages,
and scoreboards.
■Parking lot expansion meeting ADA compliance and
future drive connections for the final phase of the
complex.
■Trail and walkway connections to phase II fields and
future planning of trails and walkways for the final
phase of the complex.
As project manager, Steve developed the construction
documents and managed the project through
construction.
*Work performed while at previous employer.
Similar Projects
Personnel
•Steven Foss
Reference
Dan Schultz, Parks and Recreation Director
City of Rosemount
13885 S Robert Trail
Rosemount, MN 55068
651.322.6012
dan.schultz@ci.rosemount.mn.us
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TKDA • City of Lake Elmo | Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design
Wheeler Sports Complex Redesign
Duluth, MN
The Wheeler Athletic Complex was redesigned for
better pedestrian and vehicular circulation and ADA
compliance. TKDA was hired by the City of Duluth to
initially provide cost estimating for improvements to the
Wheeler Complex in order for the City to apply for
Outdoor Recreation Grant funds from the MN DNR.
TKDA was then hired to provide the design and
construction administration services.
This Outdoor Recreation Grant Funded project includes:
■Circulation paths throughout the complex to connect
various activities and buildings
■Replacement of retaining walls and incorporation of an
ADA compliant ramp.
■Redesign of the dugouts on softball Fields 2 and 3 to
be compliant for NCAA and other competitively
sanctioned games.
■Redesign of the concession building to include a
family assisted toilet room.
■Repair and restriping of tennis and basketball courts to
include pickleball.
■Plantings to better define edges of green spaces.
■Improved bocce ball court wooden borders and ADA
access point.
■Picnic pavilions
■Drinking fountain and access pad
■Draintile and grading of Field 7 to improve
drainage in right field
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Similar Projects
Personnel
•Kathleen Anglo
•Josh Elder
Reference
Rob Hurd
Construction Project Coordinator
City of Duluth
Duluth, MN 55806
218.730.4416
rhurd@duluthmn.gov
TKDA • City of Lake Elmo | Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design
Ames Baseball Complex
Dakota County Technical College, Rosemount, MN
TKDA provided site planning, design, and construction
administration services for the new outdoor baseball
complex on the Dakota County Technical College’s (DCTC)
Rosemount campus. Some of the construction work was
performed by school programs.
The complex provides a regulation NCAA baseball field with
irrigation, masonry dugouts, prefabricated metal bleacher
seating for 600 with prefabricated metal press box, batting
cages, and a storage building with space for concessions,
restrooms, and mechanical room. The project included
storm water management improvements for the field and
adjacent parking areas.
Personnel
•Joe Yobbie
Reference
Paul DeMuth
Director of Operations
Dakota County Technical College
651.423.8370
paul.demuth@dctc.mnscu.edu
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Similar Projects
TKDA • City of Lake Elmo | Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design
Project Understanding
The City of Lake Elmo is interested in incorporating
potential ballfield upgrades at Reid Park, Ridge Park and
Pebble Park.
Reid Park currently has a recreational baseball field with a
backstop and baseline fencing. The goal is to adjust the
location of the field so centerfield has a minimum distance
of 240 feet, with 200 feet left and right fence lines. Options
the City is considering at this park are: a hooded backstop,
dugouts, baseline fencing, an exterior fence, a clay infield
with bases at 60 feet, lighting, irrigation, and a grass
outfield. The City also wants to extend the parking lot to
have space for 40 vehicles.
Ridge Park currently has one recreational baseball field with
a backstop. The scope of project in this park is to place two
baseball fields within the area and to create a parking area to
hold 60 cars. Field 1 will be planned as a competitive
baseball field at high school baseball standards (with
separate bid options for an artificial turf field usable for
baseball and softball). Field 2 (if space is allowed) will be
designed as a competitive or recreational field. Fields will
need to be designed to correlate with one another regarding
space and accessibility. Cost options/comparisons of an
artificial turf field versus grass will also be necessary.
Pebble Park currently has one recreational baseball field
with a backstop. The goal is to place two recreational
baseball fields next to each other and include backstops,
dugouts, baseline fencing, and a clay infield with infield
bases at 60 feet. Improvements to the outfields will include
a flat and drainable surface with grass turf.
Design Approach
Quality athletic fields are as vital to growing communities as its
people. In order to meet the needs and goals of high-quality
fields, planning and evaluation is needed to achieve the best
fit and most cost-effective options in the construction/
renovation of these ballfields within these parks.
To begin the design approach, we will first establish a
project management team (PMT), consisting of key
personnel responsible who will be involved through the
development of the project. Following identifying the
PMT, TKDA will conduct a project kick-off meeting. The
purpose of this meeting will be to identify a hierarchy of
needs expressed by the PMT. This will serve as a
baseline which TKDA will continually re-evaluate through
the design process. As identified in the RFP, the project
will consist of two phases. Phase 1 will consist of
preparing conceptual drawings for the baseball fields.
During this phase TKDA will review site opportunities and
constraints and identify factors which may influence the
proposed design of these fields.
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Understanding/Approach
MTN
BIKE
TRAILS
PLAY
AREA
PARKING
EXPANSION
AREA
SLOPE FROM
PARKING TO
FIELD
PARKING
EXPANSION
AREA
FIELD 2
LOW/WET
AREA
FIELD 1
TREE
IMPACTS
IMPROVE
ACCESS
FIELD 1
FIELD 2
TKDA • City of Lake Elmo | Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design
Tasks:
■Design review meetings with PMT
■Review cost estimate
■Develop final bidding documents
Deliverables:
■Contract Documents
■Cost Estimate
BIDDING
Once all approvals are in, the drawings and specifications
are advertised for bids. We will assist the City in providing
answers to questions and preparing addenda as needed.
Our team will remain engaged to support a fair and
competitive bidding process.
Tasks:
■RFI review and response
■Review of product substitution requests
Deliverables:
■Answers to bidder questions
■Issue-for-Bid Drawings and Specifications
CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION (CA)
During construction, we will be an active resource for City
staff to ensure the building is constructed as designed. We
will create a clear communication path with the contractor
so they are aware of project goals. During this phase, our
team will review submittals, coordinate with the special
inspection agency, answer RFIs, and provide site
observation reports. We will review contractor schedule of
values against pay applications and provide punchlist and
close-out documentation.
Familiarity with fields of real estate design, building design, construction, and planning
For more than 100 years, TKDA’s team of engineers,
architects, and planners have been working together to
provide lasting design solutions. Steve Foss has
implemented and assisted in the development of over 20
park projects over the course of his 12-year career, starting
with concept design and seeing the projects through
completion. Kathleen has designed and implemented over
50 park projects during the course of her career, 10 of
those included either renovated or new ballfields, two with
artificial turf. Combined, our staff has provided practical
design solutions for numerous communities throughout the
metro area and greater Minnesota.
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Understanding/Approach
Factors may include social and environmental
considerations impacting the potential outcome. Resulting
from this review, concept plans will be prepared reflecting
these considerations as well as the estimated costs based
upon the proposed improvements. TKDA and the PMT will
assess and determine how to proceed with the
development of phase 2. Depending on the estimated
costs from this process, one or only some of the field
improvements identified in the phase 1 will move forward as
identified on the proposal form.
Work Plan
Based on TKDA’s understanding of the Project, we propose
to provide the following services and deliverables. These
are broken down into two phases. Phase 1 includes
preliminary design and phase 2 includes final design,
bidding and construction administration.
PHASE ONE
PRELIMINARY DESIGN
Preliminary Design will include identification of the PMT,
PMT review meetings, development of concepts and
corresponding estimates based upon feedback received
from the PMT. At the conclusion of preliminary design, the
PMT will evaluate how to proceed with phase two
development based upon the budget availability.
Tasks:
■Meetings
•Kick-off with Project Management Team (PMT)
•Review Concepts
■Site survey
■Site visit and analysis
■Concept development
■Cost estimate
Deliverables:
■Site Inventory and Analysis Rendering
■Concept Plan Renderings
■Cost Estimate
PHASE TWO
FINAL DESIGN
During final design, our team will finalize all major systems
and design elements. Prior to completing Issue for Bid
documents, a thorough document set will be provided for
review by the City and our internal QA/QC team to minimize
errors and reduce change orders during construction.
TKDA • City of Lake Elmo | Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design 11
PROJECT SCHEDULE
PHASE ONE
Preliminary Design (June 2023 – October 2023)
Project Management Team (PMT) Project Kick-off Meeting
PMT Hierarchy of Needs
Site Survey and Analysis
PMT Concept Plan Review Meeting
PMT Updated Concept Plan Review Meeting
PHASE TWO
Final Design (October 2023 – December 2023)
Construction Documents (Plans, Specifications, and Cost Estimate)
PMT Meeting: Plan Submittal Page Turn Review
Final Issue for Bid QA/QC period
Issue for Bid Submittal
Bidding (January 2024)
Job Posted for Bidding
Final Addendum Issued (if needed)
Bid Opening
Construction (March 2024 – October 2024)
Substantial Completion
Punchlist
Final Completion/Closeout
Understanding/Approach (continued) and Project Schedule
Computer aided drafting and design capabilities
Our landscape architects, civil and electrical engineers are
adept at the use of Auto CAD, CAD Civil 3D, and Adobe suite
products to effectively design and present solutions to clients.
We can also use 3D modeling software to further enhance our
presentations and create and easy-to-understand
representation of proposed changes and impacts. We have a
full palette of design software to clearly and creatively tell the
design story to provide useful information to make informed
design and implementation decisions.
TKDA • City of Lake Elmo | Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design 12
Rates
Classification Range of Hourly Billing Rates*
Senior Management (CEO, Vice President)189.00$ to 276.00$
Senior Registered Engineer, Architect, Landscape Architect,104.00$ to 276.00$
Senior Scientist, Senior GIS Analyst or Senior Planner
Engineering, Architectural, Planning, or GIS Specialist II 93.00$ to 261.00$
Engineering, Architectural, Planning, or GIS Specialist I 81.00$ to 160.00$
Registered Engineer, Architect, Landscape Architect, Planner, GIS Analyst,64.00$ to 197.00$
Professional Land Surveyor, Scientist, or Certified Interior Designer
Graduate Engineer, Planner, Interior Designer, Scientist, GIS Analyst, or Land Surveyor 64.00$ to 139.00$
Architectural Designer or Landscape Architectural Designer 64.00$ to 116.00$
Technician III 84.00$ to 122.00$ **
Technician II 58.00$ to 110.00$ **
Technician I 44.00$ to 93.00$ **
*Rates effective until December 31, 2023.
** For hours worked over 40 hours per week individuals are billed at one and one-half times the above rates.
Schedule 2900-M10 City of Lake Elmo
2023 SCHEDULE OF HOURLY BILLING RATES
In addition to hourly charges, TKDA shall be reimbursed for direct expenses actually incurred. Unless otherwise
approved by the Client, direct expenses for travel and subsistence will be billed at or up to applicable IRS and US
GSA published rates. TKDA shall be reimbursed for subconsultant fees at the amount billed TKDA plus 10%.
TKDA • City of Lake Elmo | Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design 13
Additional Information
EXHIBIT A
PROPOSAL FORM
Below is a breakdown of the fee for phases one and two with a total number not to exceed for the three
parks in the event that one or more of the park designs do not move forward into Phase 2 final design,
bidding, and construction administration due to funding constraints.
1.Professional services to design and assist with the bidding of the baseball field renovations for REID
PARK, a number not to exceed:
Phase One – Preliminary Design $5,000
Phase Two – Final Design: $23,300
Phase Two – Bidding & CA: $4,100
Total (Phase One & Phase Two): $32,400
2.Professional services to design and assist with the bidding of the baseball field
construction/renovations for RIDGE PARK, a number not to exceed:
Option A: Grass field (or fields)
Phase One – Preliminary Design $6,600
Phase Two – Final Design: $26,400
Phase Two – Bidding & CA: $4,100
Total (Phase One & Phase Two): $37,100
Option B: Competitive Synthetic Turf Field (and a
second grass recreational field if room allows)
Phase One – Preliminary Design $6,600
Phase Two – Final Design: $27,600
Phase Two – Bidding & CA: $4,200
Total (Phase One & Phase Two): $38,400
3.Professional services to design and assist with the bidding of baseball field construction/renovations for
PEBBLE PARK, a number not to exceed:
Phase One – Preliminary Design $6,500
Phase Two – Final Design: $8,000
Phase Two – Bidding & CA: $7,100
Total (Phase One & Phase Two): $21,600
TKDA • City of Lake Elmo | Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design 14
Additional Information
Signature of Proposer: _____________________________
Name of Proposer: DJ Heinle
Address: 444 Cedar Street, Suite 1500
Saint Paul, MN 55101
Phone Number: 651.292.4481
Email Address: dj.heinle@tkda.com
CHOOSE TKDA WITH CONFIDENCE
A PROPOSAL FOR
Baseball Field Construction, Renovation Design, and Preparation of Bid Docement Services
FOR THE CITY OF LAKE ELMO
A PROPOSAL FOR
Baseball Field Construction, Renovation Design, and Preparation of Bid Docement Services
FOR THE CITY OF LAKE ELMO
701 XENIA AVE S | SUITE 300 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55416 | TEL: 763.541.4800 | FAX: 763.541.1700 | WSBENG.COMMay 23, 2023
Adam Swanepoel, Assistant Public Works Director
City of Lake Elmo
3800 Laverne Avenue N.
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Re: Proposal for Baseball Field Construction/Renovation Design and Preparation of Bid Document Services
Dear Adam,
On behalf of WSB, thank you for this opportunity to submit our qualifications. We have hand-selected a
team that is well-positioned and eager to begin this project. We hope you take the following elements into
consideration during your selection process.
Extensive Recreational Project Experience | WSB has a depth of experience in planning and
designing athletic facilities and community parks (more than $70 million in project costs in
the past 20 years). This experience includes both natural and synthetic turf field surfaces. We
understand your goals related to realistic yet optimal design solutions to ensure lifespan costs,
fiscal responsibility, and best use scenario for each specific ballfield. Our recreational experts will
provide thoughtful and efficient results for these important park improvements that align with
your needs and goals.
Proven Team Leadership | Project Manager, Bob Slipka, will lead the WSB team and assist with
the development of graphics, documentation, and cost estimates. Bob consistently continues
to manage projects that are completed on time and within budget. As shown by our included
project examples, our team’s recreational expertise allows us to develop options to give you a
diverse range of solutions along with associated costs to make informed decisions on final design
and implementation.
Scheduling Success | We have developed a scope of work based upon the budget provided.
WSB takes pride in successfully scheduling and scoping projects to align with client fees to
keep projects on task and on budget. With support from our internal Project Controls Group,
P6 scheduling, and regular meetings with City Project Management Staff, we are confident in
executing this project with similar success.
We look forward to partnering with the City of Lake Elmo. WSB is willing and able to commit all
necessary resources and staff as proposed and agrees to the coordinate with staff on contract terms
and conditions listed in Section III of this Request for Proposals. If you have any questions or need
clarifications regarding our proposal, please reach out to Bob at 612.201.5949 or RSlipka@wsbeng.com.
Sincerely, WSB
Bob Slipka, PLA Jason Amberg, PLA, ASLA
Project Manager Principal
701 XENIA AVE S | SUITE 300 | MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55416 | TEL: 763.541.4800 | FAX: 763.541.1700 | WSBENG.COMTABLE OF CONTENTS
Firm Overview ...................................................1
Contact Info & Firm Information .....................3
Key Personnel .................................................4
Understanding ................................................12
Approach to the Scope of Services ...............13
List of Similar Projects ...................................22
References .....................................................23
Rates ..............................................................24
Additional Information ..................................24
Proposal Form ................................................25
Firm Overview | 1
650+
STAFF
30+
SERVICE AREAS
16
OFFICES
5
STATES
Forge ahead.
WSB is a design and consulting firm specializing in engineering, community planning,
environmental, and construction services. Together, our staff improves the way people
engage with communities, transportation, infrastructure, energy and our environment. We
offer services that seamlessly integrate planning, design and implementation.
We share a vision to connect your dreams for tomorrow to the needs of today—
the future is ours for the making.
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Review | Construction Materials Testing & Special Inspection | Contractor Modeling | Drinking Water | Economic Development
| Environmental Compliance | Geohazard Risk Management | Geospatial | Geotechnical Engineering | GIS Services |
Grants & Funding | Health & Safety Compliance | Intelligent Transportation Systems | Investigation & Remediation | Land
Development | Landscape Architecture | Managed Services | Natural Resources | Pavement Management | Pipeline | Project
Management & Construction Administration | Public Engagement | Public Works Management | Right of Way | Roadway
Design | Smart Cities | Solar | Survey | Sustainability | Technology Solutions | Traffic Engineering | Transit Planning |
Transportation Planning | Urban Design | Vibration Monitoring | Visualizations | Water Resources | Water Reuse | Wind
Firm Overview
Firm Overview | 2A Proposal for Baseball Field Construction, Renovation Design, and Preparation of Bid Docement Services for the City of Lake Elmo
Main Line Consulting, Inc.
With more than 35 years of irrigation experience in all
aspects of the industry – construction, service, sales,
design and consulting – Main Line Consulting, Inc.
(MLC) has the “real world” knowledge and expertise
needed to develop a successful irrigation project. Since
July 1999, MLC has focused and worked exclusively
as irrigation consultants and does not provide any
installation services. The firm works with clients to
develop an irrigation system that is based on their
needs and directives that are cost-effective, efficient,
and maintainable.
MLC utilizes the latest in computer-aided irrigation
design in the development of irrigation projects.
The AutoCAD-based design software provides strict
adherence to “standard” design principles, as well
as access to the latest in product data crucial to the
design process. This method of design also develops
valuable information that is used in hydraulic modeling,
scheduling, efficiencies, and control options. MLC’s
hardware and software are continually being upgraded
to remain current with all methods/products.
Engineering
Design Initiative
Engineering Design Initiative (EDI) is a consulting
firm focused on sustainable design, energy, and the
environment. We offer full-service design, modeling,
and commissioning services supporting the
mechanical, electrical, and low-voltage engineering
disciplines. EDI provides superior customer service
coupled with creative, sound engineering and skilled
project management to make a positive impact on
the consulting engineering industry and our clients.
We are passionate in our creative design, attention
to detail, and commitment to teamwork from the
initial performance goals through validation by
commissioning. As stewards of the environment,
we strive to create innovative design solutions that
minimize the use of natural resources.
SUBCONSULTANT FIRM INFORMATION
Contact Info & Firm Information | 3A Proposal for Baseball Field Construction, Renovation Design, and Preparation of Bid Docement Services for the City of Lake Elmo
Contact Info &
Firm Information
WSB & Associates, Inc.
701 Xenia Avenue South, Suite 300
Minneapolis MN, 55416
CONTACT:
Bob Slipka, PLA
Project Manager
701 Xenia Avenue South, Suite 300
Minneapolis MN, 55416
P: 612.201.5949
F: 763.541.4800
E: rslipka@wsbeng.com
Key Personnel | 4A Proposal for Baseball Field Construction, Renovation Design, and Preparation of Bid Docement Services for the City of Lake Elmo
SERVICE AREA | SERVICE AREA | SERVICE AREA | SERVICE AREA |
City of Lake Elmo
Bob Slipka, PLA, ASLA
PROJECT MANAGER
Jared Lee, PLA
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT /
ATHLETIC FIELDS
Laura Rescorla, PE
WATER RESOURCES ENGINEER
Katie Koscielak, EIT
MUNICIPAL & UTILITIES
Main Line Consulting
IRRIGATION
EDI
SPORTS LIGHTING
Jason Amberg, PLA, ASLA
PRINCIPAL
Mark Erichson, PE
CLIENT ADVOCATE
SUBCONSULTANTS
RESOURCE POOL
Key Personnel
WSB has put together a committed team of experienced, creative professionals to work on this project. The team will
be led by Bob Slipka, who has a long history of providing an over-the-top dedication to his clients and projects. Bob
is a Senior Landscape Architect at WSB and will be supported by team members with varying backgrounds and areas
of expertise in all aspects of the athletic field renovation, planning, and park planning for a well-rounded planning
document.
Key Personnel | 5A Proposal for Baseball Field Construction, Renovation Design, and Preparation of Bid Docement Services for the City of Lake Elmo
Mark Erichson, PE
CLIENT ADVOCATE
Mark is a Principal and Senior Project Manager with over 25 years of experience in
municipal and civil engineering projects including streets, storm sewers/stormwater
management, water distribution systems, sanitary sewer systems, rate studies, capital
improvement planning, environmental compliance, asset management, site grading,
park improvements, development review, and municipal State Aid systems. His
responsibilities include the design and/or preparation of project plans, specifications,
construction management, engineer estimates, and permitting. Mark is currently the City
Engineer for the City’s of Wyoming and Hugo. Additionally, he is a Senior Project Manager
for the City of Lakeville as well as the May Township Engineer.
SERVICE GROUP:
Municipal
REGISTRATION:
Professional Engineer
MN #40886
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science, Civil
Engineering, University of
Minnesota, 1997
2020 Street Improvements (Neighborhoods West of Kettle River
Boulevard) | Wyoming, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF WYOMING
PROJECT DURATION: 2020 – CURRENT
This project involved the full reconstruction of deteriorating roadways. Existing roadways were
both urban and rural sections with all roadway being reconstructed to urban sections. Innovative
stormwater management practices were required to meet stormwater management rules with major
drainage improvements required through the project areas. Minor sanitary sewer and watermain
upgrades were also accomplished with this project. The project involved 113 assessable properties
and required active public engagement related to improvements made and access during
construction. Total construction cost for this project was $2,800,000.
130th Street and Utility Improvements | Hugo, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF HUGO
PROJECT DURATION: 2019 – 2020
The 130th Street Improvement Project involved the expansion and full reconstruction of 130th
Street from Highway 61 to Goodview Avenue. This rural section roadway was converted to and
urban section roadway. The project was designed to accommodate access to a new residential
development totaling nearly 400 units with accommodations being made for sanitary sewer,
watermain, and storm sewer facilities to serve the development. Right of way acquisition was
required for the improvements as the roadway included a roundabout, widening, realignment, and
inclusion of an 8-ft pedestrian trail. The total construction cost for this project was $2,700,000.
2018 Street Improvement Project (Pioneer Road, 260th Street, Indian
Trail) | Wyoming, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF WYOMING
PROJECT DURATION: MAY 2018 – NOV 2018
This project involved full reconstruction of roadways, minor realignment of Pioneer Road, widening
of Pioneer Road to meet MSA standards and better accommodate pedestrians choosing to walk/bike
along the roadway, installation of driver feedback signs, and innovative stormwater management
practices. WSB grant writers were successful in the Local Road Improvement Program grant process,
securing $1,000,000 for the City of Wyoming. Construction costs were $1,800,000.
Key Personnel | 6A Proposal for Baseball Field Construction, Renovation Design, and Preparation of Bid Docement Services for the City of Lake Elmo
SERVICE GROUP:
Landscape Architecture
REGISTRATION:
Landscape Architect
MN #40003
TX #3206
WI #558-14
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Landscape
Architecture, North Dakota
State University, 1995
Bachelor of Science,
Environmental Design,
North Dakota State
University, 1995
MEMBERSHIPS +
RECOGNITIONS:
MN Recreation & Parks
Association, Member &
Routine Speaker
American Society of
Landscape Architects
MN APA Guest Speaker:
Community Transformation
Through Park & Trail
Planning (2015)
Greater MN Parks & Trails
NDSU Architecture/
Landscape Architecture
Advisory Board 2000-2010
Land Use Training 2021
Guest Speaker: “Changing
Land Use for Increased
Public Benefit”
Jason Amberg, PLA, ASLA
PRINCIPAL
Jason is the Principal Landscape Architect at WSB and an expert in the field of public space
planning and design. Through his experience working with municipal staffs, park boards,
and a variety of public groups and governing agencies, he has developed an ability to
arrive at creative design solutions that meet project goals while respecting the diverse
input of stakeholders. Jason is particularly astute at managing projects from the initial
design phase through construction and observation. His projects range from small-scale
neighborhood park improvements to comprehensive park and trail system plans and urban
design/streetscaping projects. Additionally, Jason has presented park and trail planning
topics at conferences and universities and served as an advisory board member at NDSU.
Park & Trail System Master Plan | Owatonna, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF OWATONNA
PROJECT DURATION: OCT 2018 - JAN 2020
Jason served as the project manager and lead planner for this citywide park and trail system master
plan. This was the first system plan prepared for this growing and diverse city. We developed a
public engagement strategy that included a range of different opportunities for the community to
interact with the planning team, including open house meetings, pop up booths at local events,
face to face interviews, social pinpoint online engagement, and phone calls/email. The collective
information gained through these various interactions and comparing with participation data and
recreational standards provided meaningful public ‘buy in’ during the process which has already
proven to provide public support for implementation of the proposed improvements in the system.
Bertram Chain of Lakes Regional Athletic Park | Monticello, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF MONTICELLO
PROJECT DURATION: JUL 2015 - NOV 2019
This project began as a master plan / needs assessment / feasibility study that evolved into several
phases of design and implementation. Jason served as project manager and lead designer for the
entire process from initial kick-off meeting, community engagement, and master-planning, through
final design, bidding / contractor procurement, and construction oversight, inspections, staking,
and testing for the first two phases. Proposed full buildout of this 115-acre site is estimated to cost
$18 million and will support current and future recreation needs within the local community and
broader region. The project is currently 20% implemented in alignment with budget and schedule.
The remaining two phases are awaiting funding.
Parks, Trail & Open Space System Master Plan | Coon Rapids, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF COON RAPIDS
PROJECT DURATION: FEB 2012 - JAN 2013
For this park system planning project, Jason was the project manager and lead planner. While the
project was not initially viewed as a high priority politically, the thoughtful public engagement
process we led quickly revealed the diverse community’s needs. The project was overwhelmingly
embraced by the public, city staff, and the policy makers which led to a successful bond referendum
that helped fund major improvements throughout their system. Jason was also involved in the city’s
original system planning effort completed in 2001 and has continued to serve the community for
more than two decades with athletic studies, individual park master plans, and final design of the
majority of their new and redeveloped parks during this time.
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SERVICE GROUP:
Landscape Architecture
REGISTRATION:
Landscape Architect
MN #44337
CO #0001260
Council of Landscape
Architectural Registration
Boards (CLARB)
Certification #6378
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Landscape
Architecture, North Dakota
State University, 1998
Bachelor of Science in
Environmental Design,
North Dakota State
University, 1998
Bob Slipka, PLA, ASLA
PROJECT MANAGER
As a Senior Landscape Architect and project manager, Bob has over 24 years of project
experience. Over his career, he has been involved in a range of project types including
park and trail planning, recreational facilities, riverfront improvements, streetscapes,
corridor enhancements and site development projects. Bob’s daily responsibilities
include project management, master planning, inventory and analysis, site design and
detailing, preparation of construction documents and associated specifications, cost
estimating, bidding, and construction administration. Through his experience working
with municipal staffs, park boards and public groups, he has a proven track record of
creating successful planning and design solutions.
2021 Park Improvements | Blaine, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF BLAINE
PROJECT DURATION: JAN 2021 - FEB 2022
As project manager, Bob worked with city staff in developing plans for two separate park improvement
projects. One project was the shelter replacement at Aquatore Park. The two large shelters are
heavily utilized by the community for events and functions. WSB developed plans and specifications
for the replacement of the two shelters including concrete pads, ADA parking access, serving tables,
and electrical coordination. The second project was at Austin Park and Territorial Park. The adjacent
basketball court will also be removed and replaced to take advantage of paving costs and contractor
utilization. Design explored arrangement options to minimize park impacts and provide buffering to
existing trees. Final plans and specs for Austin Park are scheduled to go out for bid in late June 2021.
Albert Lea Athletic Complex Study | Albert Lea, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF ALBERT LEA
PROJECT DURATION: OCT 2019 - APR 2020
Bob is currently working with City staff on a site selection process and master planning effort to
explore the development of a new athletic complex for the City of Albert Lea. The current Snyder
Complex is in need of renovation and staff are assessing the current needs of the City and if the
existing park is large enough to accommodate future needs. Through input from staff and GIS
mapping, sites are being explored that can accommodate the future recreational needs for the City.
Once several preferred sites have been determined, master planning of the sites along with cost
estimates will be developed to aid city staff in making the best decision for implementation.
Sand Creek Park | Coon Rapids, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF COON RAPIDS
PROJECT DURATION: APR 2015 - MAY 2017
Bob led the reconstruction of the city’s primary athletic facility. In preparations of construction
documents and specifications, Bob managed the project schedule and budget with city staff and
outside consultants including a skatepark vendor, playground equipment vendor, architect, hockey
dasherboard vendor, county engineer, watershed district, Connexus Energy, Xcel Energy, and athletic
associations. The nearly $6M, 50+ acre park renovation included construction of ballfields, football/
lacrosse fields, hockey rinks and leisure skating area, skatepark, three playgrounds, hard play courts,
picnic areas, concession/warming house building, trails, irrigation, site utilities, and parking areas.
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Jared Lee, RLA
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT
As a Landscape Architect, Jared has over 20 years of project experiences in Minnesota
and surrounding area. Over his career, he has been involved with a range of projects
including new school planning and construction, stadium design and construction,
athletic field reconstruction, and track and field facilities. Jared’s daily responsibilities
include master planning, site design and detailing, preparation of construction
documents, cost estimating, and construction administration.
SERVICE GROUP:
Landscape Architecture
REGISTRATION:
Registered Landscape
Architect
MN #44369
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Landscape
Architecture, North Dakota
State University, 2000
Bachelor of Environmental
Design, North Dakota State
University, 2000
*Work prior to joining WSB
SPPS Humboldt High School Athletic Improvements | St. Paul, MN
CLIENT: BKBM - SAINT PAUL PUBLIC SCHOOLS
PROJECT DURATION: DEC 2021 - MAY 2023
Jared served as one of the team members to design the synthetic turf replacement at Humboldt High
School for Saint Paul Public Schools. The project included the expansion of bleachers, perimeter
fence replace and barrier net systems.
New Elementary School | Byron, MN*
CLIENT: BYRON PUBLIC SCHOOLS
PROJECT DURATION: SEP 2016 - NOV 2018
This project consisted of a new elementary school building with support infrastructure including
parking lot, bus loading area, hard surface playground, soft area playground and ballfields. The
site design included the onsite use of approximately 50,000 yards of unstable backfill material that
could not be used before the building. The additional material was used to create a large multi use
field area.
Vaughan Field | Shakopee, MN*
CLIENT: SHAKOPEE PUBLIC SCHOOLS
PROJECT DURATION: OCT 2016 - SEP 2018
Jared designed and managed the site specific portions of the project. The project included
reconstructing the running track with field events, new synthetic turf field, bleacher expansion,
entry plaza, new parking lot, and site fencing.
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Laura Rescorla, PE
WATER RESOURCES ENGINEER
Laura is a Project Engineer in WSB’s Water Resources Group. She has over six years of
engineering experience collaborating across technical groups to deliver quality products
to clients in a variety of water resource project areas. Her experience includes planning,
hydraulic and hydrologic modeling, design, permitting, and construction management.
Laura’s engineering computer skills include XPSWMM, HyrdoCAD, HY-8, ArcGIS,
MircoStation, and P-8 and MIDS.
SERVICE GROUP:
Water Resources
REGISTRATION:
Professional Engineer
MN #58716
EDUCATION:
Bachelor of Science
in Engineering, Civil/
Environmental
Concentration, Calvin
College 2010
Moore Lake Park Improvements | Fridley, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF FRIDLEY
PROJECT DURATION: 2022 - CURRENT
Laura managed the stormwater management and drainage design for the redevelopment of Moore
Lake Park. The improvements included reconstructing the parking lots, courts, play areas, and trails
throughout the park and the construction of a new park building. The stormwater management
included coordination with a Comprehensive Stormwater Management Plan for the area and design
of storm sewer systems and an onsite BMP. Laura coordinated with the City to provide the modeling
and documentation for watershed district permitting of the project. Part of the storm sewer system
in the park was designed in collaboration with an Anoka County road improvement project that will
be constructed in coordination with the park improvements.
Water Resources Engineering | Minnetrista, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF MINNETRISTA
PROJECT DURATION: 2019 - CURRENT
Since 2019, Laura has assisted the City of Minnetrista with drainage concerns, storm sewer system design,
and development reviews. Laura leads the stormwater management plan review efforts for the City, to
ensure compliance with City’s regulations, including its Surface Water Management Plan. She assists
the City with their stormwater asset management program, prioritizing ponds for maintenance and
coordinating communications regarding privately owned ponds. She works with the larger project team to
incorporate culverts, storm sewer, and BMP improvements on street improvment projects within the City
and manages watershed district permitting and compliance with NPDES stormwater requirements.
Peltier and Highlands Park Development | Inver Grove Heights, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF INVER GROVE HEIGHTS
PROJECT DURATION: 2022 - 2023
Laura analyzed the drainage characteristics and stormwater management strategies for the
development of two parks within the City of Inver Grove Heights. Both parks are within larger
developments that did not explicitly plan for future recreational infrastructure within the parks. Laura
performed hydrologic and hydraulic modeling of the existing and proposed conditions within the
parks and determined that adjacent, downstream stormwater management features could handle
the drainage from both parks and meet the City’s special stormwater management requirements for
these areas. This allowed for optimal recreational development within the parks.
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Katie Koscielak, EIT
MUNICIPAL & UTILITIES
Katie has been working within the municipal group for twelve years and is experienced with
State Aid and local street design, assessment procedures, storm design, and project delivery
from feasibility through final design and construction. Katie has also worked on numerous
reconstruction projects and is very familiar with special design considerations associated
with residential construction, utility construction, and roadway section evaluation. One of
her unique skill sets is her ability to foresee potential construction conflicts and finding
alternative solutions. Katie currently serves as the Assistant City Engineer for the City of St.
Anthony, Assistant Town Engineer for May Township, and the lead designer for the City’s of
St. Anthony Village, the City of Wyoming, and the City of Hugo.
SERVICE GROUP:
Municipal
EDUCATION:
Civil Engineering, University
of Minnesota, 2010
MEMBERSHIPS +
RECOGNITIONS:
American Public Works
Association (APWA)
Member
Madelia Mobile Village Infrastructure Improvements | Madelia, MN
CLIENT: MADELIA MOBILE VILLAGE COOPERATIVE
PROJECT DURATION: MAR 2022 - CURRENT
The project consisted of directionally drilling watermain and pipe bursting sanitary sewer. Katie
coordinated with Northcounty Cooperative Foundation, the Madelia Mobile Village Cooperative, and
the contractor throughout the project and contract administration during construction. The final
construction costs were lower than anticipated through close coordination with the contractor and
utilizing creative construction methods to minimize property impacts while maintaining requirements
of the Department of Labor and Industry permit. Katie is currently working with the consultant retained
by NCF to utilize Minnesota Housing grant funds for a storm shelter improvements in conjunction with
the remaining available grant funds originally identified to be used for the watermain and sanitary
sewer improvements.
Garlough/Marthaler Parks River to River Trail I West St. Paul, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF WEST ST. PAUL
PROJECT DURATION: SEPT 2020 - SEPT 2022
This project consisted of the improvement and realignment of the existing trail through Garlough Park
and Marthaler Park. Katie collaborated with Dakota County and the City of West St. Paul to meet the
standards outlined in the 2020 Dakota County Regional Greenway Guidebook and the 2015 Dakota
County River to River Master Plan. Improvements included the extension of new bituminous trail and
installation of new storm sewer facilities and retaining walls. Katie’s roles included preparation of
plans and specifications, construction administration
22021 Downtown Improvement Project I Hugo, MN
CLIENT: CITY OF HUGO
PROJECT DURATION: MAR 2021 - CURRENT
This project consisted of the extension of 147th Street (MSA route) from TH 61 to Oneka Parkway (MSA
route) to MnDOT design standards complete with concrete curb and gutter, subgrade corrections,
installation of new storm sewer facilities including floodplain mitigation, and installation of a new
bituminous trail. Katie’s roles throughout the project included coordination with multiple regulatory
authorities including MnDOT for pedestrian push button permitting within TH 61, DNR and Rice Creek
Watershed for culvert crossing within judicial ditch, Washington County for work within the right of
way, and the City of Hugo as the project included the reconstruction of the existing park facilities.
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Jim Ruzicka
IRRIGATION SPECIALIST
Jim has over 40 years of experience in designing successful irrigation projects of
different types and sizes, and from simple to complex around the country. He has
completed work on more than 600 successful irrigation projects since starting Main
Line Consulting. Jim can also provide accurate cost projection, project budgeting, bid
review, contractor review, specifications, and on-site project management to provide
the “start-to-finish” product critical to the success of every irrigation project.
Jay Hruby
ELECTRICAL ENGINEER
Jay has committed a large percentage of his electrical engineering career to lighting
design and the promotion of energy conservation and sustainability within his projects.
Over the past 20 years, he has designed many award-winning lighting designs that
include site lighting, pedestrian lighting, art projects, monuments, parks, and buildings.
Jay is passionate about lighting aesthetics, as well as energy efficiency and controls.
SUBCONSULTANTS STAFF
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Understanding
From restoration of native areas,
to neighborhoods and community
parks, to a $7-million dollar athletic
complex, their designs have proven
to be creative, maintainable, and
very well received by citizens.
- Jay Lotthammer,
Director of Parks & Recreation
WSB understands that the City of Lake Elmo is in
the process of reviewing three existing baseball
fields for potential upgrades and the construction
of one additional new baseball field in two of the
parks. Currently all three existing baseball fields are
considered recreational fields and consist of a backstop
and infield. The goal of this project will be to review
each field, design a proposed baseball field or fields,
and assist the City with the bidding of a redesigned
version of each field, including the drafting of bid
documents and specifications for the project. One
ballfield may include synthetic turf which will be
decided upon following Phase 1, Conceptual Design
and Cost Estimating. Depending on the developed
cost estimate, the City may decide to proceed with the
design of one or more of the proposed improvements.
Based on staffs directive, WSB will develop final bid
documents and specifications, assist with the bidding
process, and support the City of Lake Elmo during
construction.
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Approach to the
Scope of Services
Project Kickoff Meeting
Project Management
Project management is a key task included in each phase of the project. In each case, this task consists of management
and administration, project coordination, and communication with the City staff and WSB personnel. Additional
work included in this task involves attendance at a kick-off meeting and at progress meetings with City staff. Proper
completion of this task will allow for open lines of communication and routine updates on project issues, as well as
keeping the project on schedule and within budget.
The general purpose of the kickoff meeting is to confirm
key individuals, staff members, etc. who will be involved
in the project or have information that will affect the
project, and general review and discussion about the
issues and concerns related to this project.
WSB will also propose a schedule that meets the
requirements of the proposal as well as key benchmarks
identified by the City of Lake Elmo. The establishment
of the project schedule is key for identifying required
tasks by all parties as well as coordination to obtain vital
information at critical points throughout the design
process.
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Concept Planning
Following the site inventory and analysis, WSB’s design team will prepare 2-3 hand sketched concept plans per park
to explore various spatial, orientation, and circulation relationships for each of the three parks. This includes one
competitive field at Reid Park, two competitive fields at Ridge Park (one of which may include synthetic turf), and two
recreational fields at Pebble Park. Site-based concepts will be developed utilizing onsite information and programmatic
desires conveyed by city staff. WSB will provide concept plans and associated cost estimates to the City for review and
obtain feedback. Developing a complete and comprehensive assessment of needs, demands, and priorities is essential
to the success of the project and is necessary to move toward into final design. WSB will work closely with the City staff
and City Council to:
-Review the Concept Plans to discuss the elements in detail for modifications as it relates to the overall development
and unique site attributes.
-Review cost estimate and compare with operation and maintenance expectations to ensure design aligns with
long-term maintenance. This will include review of potential amenities like maintenance strip at fence lines, fence
toppers, lighting controls, irrigation systems, amended soils, base anchors, fencing, and seating.
-Confirm/refine the updated list of potential project improvements to determine the validity as it relates to the overall
project goals and budget.
-Determine a preferred concept for each park for future implementation.
Site Inventory and Analysis
Through visual site inventory and review of available site information provided by the OWNER, WSB will work (in
concert with City staff, as appropriate) to identify the project area’s physical characteristics and determine the site’s
opportunities and constraints. This will allow both the OWNER and WSB to develop a clear understanding of the unique
characteristics and land use limitations imposed on the project.
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Topographic Survey
WSB will perform fieldwork and develop a topographical survey of the areas to be developed. This survey will be
prepared in AutoCAD format. The specific location of the surveys will be determined following the kickoff meeting.
The extent of the surveys will be limited to the general development area for this project and will include:
-Setting control suitable to use
for the topographic survey and
construction staking of the
proposed improvements.
-Collecting enough
topography of the area for the
proposed improvements per
the approved Concept Plans.
-Processing the topographic
data in Civil 3D to include
all topographic features,
contours, and TIN data.
This survey will be on the Washington County coordinate system and the vertical datum will be on NAVD 88 unless
otherwise specified.
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Geotechnical Investigation
Based upon our experience with similar projects, the objectives of our geotechnical services are to perform subsurface
borings, classify and analyze the soil samples, discuss groundwater issues, and prepare recommendations for subgrade
preparation and a pavement section. We proposed the following scope of services:
SUBSURFACE TEST BORINGS
We propose to perform up to 10 borings of depths
at about 10 feet deep across the three parks. In the
standard penetration test borings, we will sample and
record blow counts at 2½ foot intervals to the boreholes
termination depth.
If unsuitable soils (existing fill, organic soils, etc.)
are encountered at the proposed boring termination
depth(s), it will be necessary to extend the borings into
more competent materials. This will allow us to better
evaluate potential construction issues.
An additional charge of $30 per lineal foot will be assessed
for borings extended beyond their proposed termination
depths. If the added work requires an additional
mobilization to the site it will be charged at $250 per day.
GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING REPORT
Information gathered for this project will be used to
prepare a single geotechnical report. The report will
summarize our findings and provide a discussion
of subsurface soil and groundwater conditions
encountered in our borings and how they may affect
the proposed construction of improvements. The
report will also provide estimates of groundwater
depths/elevations and a discussion of soils for use as
structural fill and site fill. The report will also provide
recommendations for pavement sections.
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Final Plans, Specifications, and Bidding
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT
WSB will utilize obtained topographic survey and
preferred concept plans for development of proposed
park improvements at Reid, Ridge, and Pebble Parks.
Documents shall include the preparation of written
text, plans, photos, product info, and other drawings
necessary to describe the design, materials, colors,
textures in sufficient detail for the City to envision
the appearance and function of the proposed
improvements.
-This includes using the appropriate design standards
for the listed facilities and preparing design
development drawings. The drawings include basic
removals, site layout, grading, restoration, site
utility plans, site lighting plans, irrigation plans, and
associated details as required. Outline specifications,
including general and technical sections, will be
prepared.
-Ensure designs are compliant with local and state
regulations including ADA.
-An estimate of the cost to construct these
improvements will be refined based on these
documents. From this estimate the City shall
determine which of the improvements shall be
included in the final design.
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i. Title Sheet
ii. Site Removals Plan
iii. Site Layout Plan
iv. Site Grading Plan
• Erosion control and site SWPPP plans as necessary.
• Spot elevations for key finished grade elements.
v. Pavement Designs and Typical Details
vi. Utility Designs and Typical Details for water service
• Design and details for water service required for
irrigation system(s)
vii. Storm Sewer, Drainage Plans, and Details: All
three parks are in Valley Branch Watershed District. A permit
is required for land alterations of 1 acre or more and/or for
new and fully reconstructed impervious surface of 6,000 sf
or more. Scope includes:
• HydroCAD modeling of the sites to develop a drainage
plan for each of the park improvements.
• Sizing additional storm sewer and structures as
required based on parking lot and site design.
• Preparation of watershed district submittals and
permitting. Assuming each park will need a permit
under the stormwater management rule (and will need
to meet both rate and volume control) and erosion and
sedimentation control rule.
Pebble Park - renovate existing ball field, add a
second ball field
• Project area: 3.25 acres
• New and fully reconstructed impervious: ~15,000 sf
Reid Park - renovate ball field, add 10 parking spaces,
walks and benches
• Project area: 3 acres
• New and fully reconstructed impervious: ~10,000 sf
Ridge Park - remove ball field and play area,
construct 2 fields, 60 car parking lot, walks, etc.
• Project area: 12 acres
• New and fully reconstructed impervious:
assumed more than 6,000 sf, less than 1 acre
• Assuming storm sewer infrastructure will be
needed in the new parking lot.
viii. Electrical plans, details, and specifications
(subcontracted with EDI)
• WSB will work with the City to provide design plans for
the installation of new sports field lighting at Reid Park
and Ridge Park. Lighting system construction plans
will include the location and type of lighting units,
foundations, conduit and wiring, and handholes if
necessary.
ix. Irrigation plans, details, and specifications
(subcontracted with MLC)
• WSB will work with the City to provide design plans
for the installation of new sports field irrigation at Reid
Park and Ridge Park. Irrigation system(s) construction
plans will include the location and type of heads,
piping, valve boxes, controller, and infrastructure
required for each of the two parks.
x. Miscellaneous Site Construction Details
• Prepare Technical Specifications
• Prepare Final Cost Estimate
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
Once the design options are fully explored and selected, WSB will prepare final Construction Documents in AutoCAD
Civil 3D Release 2022. These documents shall include plans, details, and specifications in sufficient detail for the City
to pursue competitive bids for the construction of the improvements. The project will be bid as one combined package
for all three parks. WSB will provide construction plans that will include:
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Permits
Due to project size, it is anticipated that:
Based on our current understanding of the project, WSB has not included wetland delineations, environmental
investigations, or associated remediation for the site within this proposal. If such services are determined to be required
during the design phase, WSB can prepare a scope / fee for this work as “additional services.”
Note: Any permit fees will be considered reimbursable expenses billed in addition to fee proposal.
• Completion and submittal of the NPDES
Phase II stormwater permit at 90% plan
completion for each park. Assumes
erosion control plan, SWPPP, and required
erosion and sediment control details
• All three parks are in Valley Branch
Watershed District. Completion and
submittal of watershed permits for
all three parks is assumed
• Completion and submittal of
permits associated to water
service improvements at two
parks
Note: permit fees will be considered reimbursable expenses billed in addition to consulting fees
BID PLAN DELIVERABLES
• One complete digital set of design development
materials, construction drawings, specifications,
and final estimate of probable construction
costs at 60%, 90%, and 100% completion.
• Addenda during bidding.
It is understood that the proposed site improvements
will be bid as one single package. WSB will package the
final plans and specifications into the formal bidding
documents. This task will include an internal QA/QC
review of the final plans, quantities, and specifications.
WSB will print, assemble, and submit the final contract
documents to the City and request authorization to
advertise the project for bidding. We will prepare the Ad
for Bid, coordinate the advertising, and coordinate the
bid opening. WSB will receive and respond to bidder
inquiries concerning the plans, specifications, and
intent of the project. Logs of all inquiries will be kept
and maintained to document inquiries. WSB will attend
the project bid opening with the City.
Bidding Assistance
WSB will review the low bidder’s bid proposal,
contractor’s / subcontractor’s relative experience and
performance on similar projects, references, nature,
and extent of other similar contracts, whether or not
the contractor or subcontractors have ever been
denied contract award, and any other information that
would affect the ability of the contractor to perform
the work. Based on this information, WSB will make a
recommendation regarding award of contract.
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Contract Administration and Site Progress Meetings
CONDUCT PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE
Facilitate the pre-construction conference. Meeting minutes will be prepared and distributed to all the attendees.
WEEKLY/BIWEEKLY SITE PROGRESS MEETINGS
It is assumed this project should take up to 12 weeks from project start to project closeout. That said, WSB will attend
up to 12 weekly/biweekly site progress meetings within periods of active construction during the project to allow for
proactive communication with the Contractor and Owner, which will maximize efficiency during the construction.
Meeting minutes will be prepared and distributed to all the attendees. These meetings will allow WSB to:
-Become generally familiar with and to keep the Owner informed about the progress and the quality of the portion of
the work completed. Note, this does not include exhaustive or continuous on-site inspections to check the quality or
quantity of the work.
-Determine in general if the work is being performed in a manner indicating that the work, when fully completed, will
be in accordance with the Contract Documents.
-Report to the Owner known deviations from the Contract Documents.
-Review submittals and shop drawings.
-Answer Contractor questions and provide design intent and clarification for any issues that may arise during
the project.
-Review pay applications prepared by Contractor and make recommendations regarding payment.
-In the event of changed conditions during the project, WSB will prepare and distribute any necessary change
orders to expedite the work in the field.
-Substantial completion meeting and punch list.
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Additional Services
• Wetland delineation and/or mitigation
• Special inspections
• Hazardous waste and/or
contaminated soils engineering
• Archeological services
• Ecological design services
WSB can add these items to our scope at an additional fee if they become required.
Any additional work or change in project scope will be completed on an hourly basis at current WSB consultant rates.
CONDITIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
We will provide the professional design services required to complete the plans and specifications, as required for
bidding the improvements for this project except the following:
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List of Similar Projects
PROJECT OWNER
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HIDDEN PONDS PARK PICKLEBALL COURTS BLAINE, MN
COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX LINO LAKES, MN
WELCOME PARK BALLFIELD CRYSTAL, MN
LONE LAKE PARK MINNETONKA, MN
MCMORROW COMMUNITY ATHLETIC PARK SOUTH ST. PAUL, MN
SAND CREEK ATHLETIC COMPLEX COON RAPIDS, MN
FLINT HILLS RESOURCES SOCCER COMPLEX ROSEMOUNT, MN
AQUILA PARK GIRLS FASTPITCH BALLFIELDS ST. LOUIS PARK, MN
CENTRAL PARK HOPKINS, MN
QUARRY PARK EAGAN, MN
OHMANN PARK EAGAN, MN
BERTRAM CHAIN OF LAKES ATHLETIC COMPLEX MONTICELLO, MN
KAPOSIA LANDING ATHLETIC COMPLEX SOUTH ST. PAUL, MN
TAHPAH PARK BALLFIELD EXPANSION SHAKOPEE
RIVERVIEW PARK COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX COON RAPIDS, MN
40-ACRE SPORTS COMPLEX ANDOVER, MN
MAETZOLD FIELD COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX HOPKINS, MN
BUCHER PARK COMMUNITY PARK SHOREVIEW, MN
UMORE BALLFIELD COMPLEX ROSEMOUNT, MN
ZACHARY PARK CONCRETE HOCKEY RINK PLYMOUTH, MN
PLYMOUTH CREEK PARK CONCRETE HOCKEY RINK PLYMOUTH, MN
VETERANS PARK COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX HASTINGS, MN
CASPERSON COMMUNITY PARK LAKEVILLE, MN
SOUTHWEST PARK COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX MAHTOMEDI, MN
RICHARD WALTON PARK COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX OAKDALE, MN
EAST LAKE COMMUNITY PARK COMMUNITY PARK LAKEVILLE, MN
KING PARK MIRACLE FIELD LAKEVILLE, MN
GLEN LAKE ATHLETIC FIELD COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX MINNETONKA, MN
AFTON HEIGHTS PARK ATHLETIC COMPLEX MAPLEWOOD, MN
NOBLE SPORTS PARK COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX BROOKLYN PARK, MN
FORT SNELLING ATHETIC PARK COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX MINNEAPOLIS, MN
ATHLETIC FIELD IMPROVEMENTS - 4 RICHFIELD COMMUNITY PARKS RICHFIELD, MN
THOMAS RYAN MEMORIAL PARK COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX PRIOR LAKE, MN
RICH VALLEY PARK COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX INVER GROVE HEIGHTS, MN
BANDIMERE PARK COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX CHANHASSEN, MN
RIVERSIDE PARK COMMUNITY ATHLETIC COMPLEX SIOUX CITY, IA
References | 23A Proposal for Baseball Field Construction, Renovation Design, and Preparation of Bid Docement Services for the City of Lake Elmo
References
City of Crystal
John Elholm
Director of Parks
763-531-1150
john.elholm@crystalmn.gov
Welcome Park:
1 competitive ballfield, lighting,
irrigation, trails, hockey rink
Services provided:
Master Planning, Final Design,
Bidding Construction Admin
City of Coon Rapids
Ryan Gunderson
Parks Director
763-767-6513
rgunderson@coonrapidsmn.gov
Sand Creek Athletic Complex:
6 ballfields, 2 football fields,
lighting, irrigation, parking,
trails, concession building, play
area, skate park, playgrounds,
hockey rinks
Services provided:
Master Planning, Final Design,
Bidding Construction Admin
City of Rosemount
Dan Schultz
Director of Parks
651-322-6012
dan.schultz@rosemountmn.gov
Umore Park:
2 ballfields, irrigation, lighting,
parking, trails
Services provided:
Schematic Planning, Final Design,
Bidding, Construction Admin
Erickson Park:
6 ballfields
Services provided:
Planning (current project, anticipate
final design later this year)
BOB SLIPKA WAS THE PROJECT MANAGER FOR THE FOLLOWING PROJECTS:
Rates | 24A Proposal for Baseball Field Construction, Renovation Design, and Preparation of Bid Docement Services for the City of Lake Elmo
Rates
BILLING RATE/HOUR
SR. PRINCIPAL | SR. ASSOCIATE $235
PRINCIPAL | ASSOCIATE $173 - $223
SR. PROJECT ENGINEER | SR. PROJECT MANAGER $173 - $223
PROJECT MANAGER $152 - $170
PROJECT ENGINEER | GRADUATE ENGINEER $102 - $169
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN | ENGINEERING SPECIALIST $68 - $167
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT | SR. LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT $78 - $162
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST | SR. ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST $68 - $160
PLANNER | SR. PLANNER $80 - $167
GIS SPECIALIST | SR. GIS SPECIALIST $78 - $167
CONSTRUCTION OBSERVER $104 - $135
SURVEY
ONE-PERSON CREW $175
TWO-PERSON CREW $235
OFFICE TECHNICIAN $60 - $102
Costs associated with word processing, cell phones, reproduction of common correspondence, and mailing are included in our hourly
rates. | Vehicle mileage is included in our billing rates [excluding geotechnical and construction materials testing (CMT) service rates].
Reimbursable expenses include costs associated with plan, specification, and report reproduction; permit fees; etc. | Multiple rates
illustrate the varying levels of experience within each category. | Rate schedule is adjusted annually.
Additional Information
Our team has identified that there are no conflicts of interest when performing this contract.
Please see below for our hourly rates, more specifics can be provided upon request.
Proposal Form | 25A Proposal for Baseball Field Construction, Renovation Design, and Preparation of Bid Docement Services for the City of Lake Elmo
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EXHIBIT A
PROPOSAL FORM
1. Professional services to design and assist with the bidding of the baseball field
renovations for REID PARK, a number not to exceed $__________________________
2. 2. Professional Services to design and assist with the bidding of the baseball field
construction/renovations for RIDGE PARK:
A: Grass field (or fields) a number not to exceed $__________________
B: Competitive Synthetic Turf field (and a second grass recreational field if room allows)
a number not to exceed $_______________
3. Professional services to design and assist with the bidding of baseball field
construction/renovations for PEBBLE PARK, a number not to exceed $_______________
Signature of Proposer: _____________________________
Name of Proposer: ________________________________
Address: ________________________________________
Phone Number: __________________________________
Email Address: ___________________________________
Proposal Form
WSB & Associates, Inc.
701 Xenia Ave S, Suite 300 Minneapolis, MN 55416
612.360.1301
amoffatt@wsbeng.com
108,000
155,000
72,000
173,500
**PROFESSIONAL FEES ARE BASED UPON AWARD OF INDIVIDUAL PARK(S). IF MULTIPLE
PARK PROJECTS ARE AWARDED, THERE WOULD BE AN OVERALL REDUCTION IN HOURS/
FEES FOR OVERLAPPING SERVICES LIKE CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS/DETAILS, PROJECT
SPECIFICATIONS, BIDDING, AND CONSTRUCTION ADMINISTRATION AS THESE SERVICES
COULD BE MERGED INTO ONE SINGLE BID PACKAGE.