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Project?pproach <br /> B.3. / MAXIMIZING LOCAL TRADE CONTRACTOR AND 4 <br /> SUPPLIER INVOLVEMENT <br /> Samet Corporation recognizes that Orange County's Mentorship and MWBE Partnerships <br /> investment in the Sheriff's Office renovation and To strengthen Orange County's HUB participation <br /> evidence storage facility is not only about delivering goals, Samet fosters mentor-protege relationships <br /> a high-quality project—it is also about creating between experienced prime subcontractors and <br /> economic opportunities for the local community. Our MWBE firms. We encourage joint ventures and <br /> approach to subcontractor engagement is designed second-tier partnerships, ensuring meaningful <br /> to achieve both objectives by combining proactive participation beyond token compliance. Our proven <br /> outreach, strategic bid packaging, and capacity- track record includes MWBE participation rates <br /> building initiatives that ensure robust participation exceeding 40% on similar public projects. <br /> from local firms and Historically Underutilized <br /> Businesses (HUB/MWBE). Operational Excellence and Trust <br /> Subcontractors choose to work with Samet because <br /> Early and Targeted Outreach of our reputation for on-time payment, fair dealings, <br /> From day one, Samet will launch a comprehensive and clear communication. We maintain transparent <br /> outreach program to inform local trade contractors processes, realistic schedules, and responsive project <br /> and suppliers about upcoming opportunities. This management—factors that build trust and encourage <br /> includes: repeat engagement. <br /> o Hosting pre-bid information sessions and MWBE <br /> outreach events in Orange County to explain Results You Can Count On <br /> project scope, schedule, and requirements. Our approach consistently delivers three to four <br /> o Advertising bid opportunities in local plan rooms, competitive bids per trade package, ensuring cost <br /> trade publications, and minority contractor control and reducing risk. For Orange County, this <br /> networks. means: <br /> o Leveraging our extensive database of regional o Competitive pricing validated against GMPestimates. <br /> trade partners and our relationships with local <br /> chambers and contractor associations to maximize o Strong MWBE participation aligned with County <br /> awareness. goals. <br /> o Economic benefits that stay within the local <br /> Strategic Bid Package Design community. <br /> We will unbundle bid packages into smaller, <br /> manageable scopes to allow small and emerging Commitment to Orange County <br /> businesses to compete effectively. This approach With an office in Raleigh and deep experience in the <br /> reduces bonding and financial barriers and creates Triangle region, Samet brings local insight backed by <br /> opportunities for firms that might otherwise be scalable resources. We understand Orange County's <br /> excluded from large-scale projects. For specialized permitting processes, maintain relationships with <br /> work, we combine scopes where single-source local inspectors, and have successfully delivered <br /> coordination adds value, balancing accessibility with complex public projects under similar conditions. <br /> efficiency. <br /> Prequalification and Technical Support <br /> Samet uses a State Construction Office-approved <br /> prequalification process to ensure quality and safety <br /> while maintaining inclusivity. We also provide <br /> technical assistance through our Contractor's College DILL 911 _ <br /> program, offering guidance on bid preparation, Si=iCl1I�=%� <br /> compliance requirements, and cash flow management. <br /> These efforts help local firms navigate public ---- <br /> procurement and position them for success. <br /> RFQ 367-005466 /The Renovation& Construction of Sheriff's Office Facilities <br />