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<br />7. Performing compaction testin_ of aggregate stone base and subsequent observation and <br />testing of thickness. temperature and densih' (by cores and nuclear gauge. methods) • <br />during asphalt pavin~* activities. <br />COST OF SERVICES <br />The observation and testing sen'ices required for this prpject will be provided on an as-requested <br />basis. as scheduled by the County or your designated representative. Please note, the cost of our <br />services is directly related to the project schedule and the number of visits made to the project for <br />testing and observation services. We have no control over the project schedule and are on site <br />only when reyuested. The project +vill be imroiced on a time and materials basis for actual work <br />perforated in accordance +vitlt the attached unit rate schedule. <br />Our office in Hillsborough is located just a few hundred feet from the project site. phis local <br />presence allows us timely response with on-site consultation and can result in substantial savings <br />both in travel time and mileage charges. Our close proximity also gives us the ability to quickly <br />react to last minute scheduling thai occurs from time to time on construction projects. <br />Based on our experience with projects of similar scope, Summit estimates the cost for <br />construction materials testing and observation services to be $ 8,000.00. <br />SUMMARY COMMENTS <br />The philosophy of Summit Consulting Engineers is to maintain a high standard of quality in the • <br />performance of our engineering, testing, and inspection functions. We consider our company to <br />be a service organization and our success depends on timely and appropriate response to the <br />concerns of our clients. This is accomplished by experienced personnel thorough .training, <br />properly maintained and calibrated equipment and diverse facilities. We believe the difference in <br />our services can be found in the quality and commitment of the supervisory support staff and field <br />personnel. Many of Summit's clients are repeat customers due to this difference. The personnel <br />we have proposed for this project will be valuable members of the construction team by their <br />proven performance not only with the quality in which they perform their specified duties but <br />also with dispute resolution and problem solving. <br />Summit recognizes that this, like all projects, is an important one, and +ve feel that the quality of <br />the observation and testing services provided will have a great impact on the success of the <br />project. Summit ltas extensive experience with this type of project and is capable of providing <br />high quality observation and testing services. We hope this proposal has given an indication of <br />our qualifications, experience, and abilities. <br />Summit welcomes the chance to ++ork on a project tivhere qualih~ of sen~ice is a major <br />consideration. You are invited to visit our office and laboratory facilities at your convenience so <br />Page ; of 4 • <br />