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x <br /> IIff <br /> U <br /> The complexity of your project demands that the Contractor complete a significant amount of pre-planning of construction activities and take <br /> proactive measures to ensure that the proposed construction activities themselves do not create compliance problems for the Owner.With <br /> proper planning,communication and anticipation of the potential problems facing this construction task,we can prevent a sanitary sewer <br /> overflows(SSOs). <br /> Project Commissioning <br /> McGill Associates'approach to the development of a commissioning plan starts with a strong understanding of the Owner's requirements,the <br /> project design intent,the systems to be installed and the desired outcome.The Commissioning Plan will include a detailed understanding of how <br /> commissioning communications will be processed,a complete outline of testing to be performed with the acceptance criteria,documentation <br /> that is required,and the training outline.We believe that commissioning is more than a validation of equipment operation and performance;it is <br /> also a form of quality assurance. <br /> Because of our extensive experience wastewater infrastructure,we have the ability to investigate,discover potential problems,and provide <br /> solutions to problems that arise during project commissioning of complex systems.Our Firm includes pipeline,pump station,electrical and <br /> construction experts during the commissioning phase. <br /> Furthermore,with the utilization of our document control system mentioned above,Operations&Maintenance Manuals are complete and <br /> organized when delivered to the Owner. <br /> Project Financial Management <br /> We consider the financial management of a public project one of the most important tasks assigned to the engineer during the construction <br /> phase.We have a strong working relationship with NC CG&L and SRF.McGill Associates has successfully completed a significant number <br /> wastewater infrastructure projects funded through their programs. <br /> Effective financial management begins with proactive management on-site with periodic review of work performed and materials purchased. <br /> These reviews assure the project team,especially the Owner's finance department,that the funds expended have been earned. McGill <br /> Associates also recognizes the importance of a cash flow schedule aligned with the construction activity schedule to aid the Owner in preparing <br /> for the monthly payments for the project.The alignment of the cash flow schedule and construction activity schedule provides for optimal use of <br /> the available funds for the project. <br /> Project Status Reports <br /> McGill Associates understands the need for information dissemination on municipal projects,especially for a high profile project such as yours. <br /> The county should receive timely and informative updates on the project to effectively respond to citizens'questions and requests.Our monthly <br /> status reports to the county provide a general summary of activities on site,a financial and schedule update and listing of any issues that might <br /> impact cost or schedule as well as any action items that remain open for the Owner.At the direction of the county,we are available to provide <br /> updates to Manager,Commissioners or others as needed. In addition to the reporting provided to the Owner,McGill Associates provides project <br /> status reporting as required by funding agencies,to maintain funding compliance. <br /> Confidential and Proprietary I Central Efland/Northern Buckhorn Sewer Extensions-Construction Phase Services,RFQ No.376-5176 0 30 <br />