CN-550000-CAW99-00010000.pdf

STATE OF FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES LETTER OF RESPONSE

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Advertisement No.: 25343 DOT FM Number: 219668-2, 403942-3, 421635-4, 445053-1

Submittal Date: 12/16/2024 Project Name: CEI Group 25-J in Leon County

Consultant’s Name: Kisinger Campo & Associates, Corp.

(Firm must use the name shown on the Consultant’s qualification letter.)

Street Address: 2615 Centennial Drive, Suite 102

City: Tallahassee State: FL Zip: 32308

Office Location: Tallahassee, FL Contact person: Brannon Chatwood, PE

Phone: (850) 544-9131 Contact email: BChatwood@kcaeng.com By submittal of this letter the Consultant certifies that all information provided in the letter is true and accurate. The Consultant further certifies that staff proposed are currently employed by the firm(s) identified, or the Consultant shall provide a statement indicating when staff will become employed by the identified firm(s).

The Letter of Response should address the following information:

• Proposed approach and understanding of critical issues.

• Relevant project experience – Similar type of work experience.

• Other content provided by firm.

• Proposed key personnel and their proposed roles (do not include resumes).

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Dear Ms. Dodson and Technical Review Committee (TRC) Members: KCA in association with HNTB Corporation (HNTB);

DRMP, Inc. (DRMP); MTN Resources, Inc. (MTN) [DBE]; Quest Corporation of America, Inc. (Quest) [DBE]; STEARZ Engineering, Inc. (STEARZ) [DBE, SBE, UU]; WSB, LLC (WSB) and WSP, Inc. (WSP), is excited to submit our Expanded Letter of Response (ELOR) to provide CEI services to FDOT District Three (D3). Our team is prequalified in the advertised work groups and is eager to demonstrate our extensive knowledge, experience, and technical capabilities/commitment to FDOT on this project.

KCA understands the expectations of Midway Operations and is proposing a highly experienced and exceptionally qualified team that holds an outstanding track record with D3. In support of FDOT’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program, we will commit to approximately 18% DBE with 13% DBE Under-Utilization for work type 10.1. Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to assist FDOT and the Contractor to successfully administer and complete these projects while providing total customer satisfaction and a seamless transition to Midway Operations.

AWARENESS/UNDERSTANDING OF PROJECT SCOPE

UNDERSTANDING OF INTENT/SCOPE OF CONSTRUCTION PROJECT

CEI Group 25-J consists of four urban projects on the State Highway System within the City of Tallahassee (COT). These projects are somewhat unique for this area as all four projects include Utility Work by Highway Contractor (UWHC) to perform utility upgrades, including sanitary sewer and water main replacements for COT.

To gain a thorough comprehension of CEI Group 25-J projects, we have studied the plans, specifications, and other project documents, and we have performed boots-on-the-ground reconnaissance of the project with special emphasis on early identification and resolution of constructability and safety concerns. Our team met with the Midway Operations TRC, Amon Webb, PE; Mike Horton; Thomas Justice; and Mitch Davidson to discuss project details, plan review findings, constructability concerns, and staffing. To clarify questions and concerns we identified in the plans and during site visits, target issues requiring special attention during construction, and to gain knowledge of design challenges and commitments, our team

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contacted the Design Project Manager (PM), Travis Justice, PE;

Ryan Adams; Engineer-of-Record (EOR) Scott Simmons, PE;

Charles Donaldson, PE; and Stephen Nichols, PE. These efforts have provided our team comprehensive knowledge of the project scope, conditions, and expectations. It should be noted that plan comments/remarks are based on plans received from D3 Professional Services, which include FPN: 219668-2-52-01 dated 7/17/2024 (plans updated 10/10/2024), FPN: 403942-3-52-01, 03, 04, 05 dated 8/2024 (plans updated 12/5/2024), FPN: 421635-4-52- 01 dated 6/2024 (plans updated 11/11/2024), and FPN: 445053-1- 52-01 dated 8/2024 (plans updated 12/5/2024).

Financial Project Number (FPN): 219668-2-52-01, 02, 03 is State Road (SR) 61 Thomasville Road from North of SR 63 (US 27) (Monroe Street) to North of 9th Avenue. This project will be let with FPN: 219668-2-56-01, 02. For clarification, the 52-01 is general construction, the 52-02 is COT utility adjustments, the 52-03 is Blueprint Local Funds Agreement for Complete Streets, the 56-01 is COT UWHC, and 56-02 is a Joint Participation Agreement (JPA) for highway lighting. These projects were assigned Construction Contract No. (CN#) E3Y18 and will utilize state funds with no federal participation. These projects have a construction estimate of $10,354,607 and a planned letting date of 6/12/2025 plus 120 days flexible start time. Construction could begin in September but is anticipated to begin in January 2026 and last for a scheduled duration of 595 calendar days per the Technical Review Committee meeting held on 9/6/2024. Project improvements include COT utility upgrades, sanitary sewer and water main replacement, stormwater drainage, roadway reconstruction for Complete Streets improvements to include narrowed lanes and widened sidewalks between Calhoun Street and 6th Avenue, patterned pavement in crosswalks, replacement of five traffic signal mast arms, signalization, milling and resurfacing (M&R), and S&PM.

FPNs: 403942-3-52-01, 03, 04, 05 is SR 10 (Tennessee Street) from SR 63 (Monroe Street) to SR 265 (Magnolia Drive). This project will be let with FPN: 403942-3-56-01, 02 for COT UWHC and JPA for highway lighting. For clarification, the 52-01 is general construction, the 52-03 is for retaining wall replacement, the 52-04 is COT Power utility adjustments, and the 52-05 is CenturyLink (Lumen) utility adjustments. These projects were assigned CN# T3944 and will utilize state and federal funds. These projects have a construction estimate of $9,394,207 and a planned letting date of 3/26/2025 plus 120 days flexible start time. Construction could begin in June but is anticipated to begin in October 2025 and last for a scheduled duration of 500 calendar days per Construction Memorandum Revision 3 dated 12/5/2024. Project improvements include COT utility upgrades, sanitary sewer and water main replacement, retaining wall construction, roadway lighting, landscaping, curb ramp reconstruction, guardrail, signalization, M&R, and S&PM.

FPN: 421635-4-52-01 is SR 61 South Monroe Street from Perkins Street to North of Jefferson Street. This project will be let with FPN:

421635-4-56-02, which is COT UWHC. These projects were assigned CN# T3948 and will utilize state and federal funds. These projects have a construction estimate of $6,350,519 and a planned letting date of 3/26/2025 plus 120 days flexible start time.

Construction could begin in June but is anticipated to begin in

October 2025 and last for a scheduled duration of 238 calendar days. Project improvements include COT utility upgrades, sanitary sewer and water main replacement, M&R, highway lighting, new crosswalk with pedestrian signals at the north approach to the intersection of Monroe Street and Palmer Avenue, construction of a midblock crossing between Perkins Street and Palmer Avenue, and patterned pavement in crosswalks.

FPN: 445053-1-52-01 is SR 63 (US 27) Monroe Street from Lakeshore Drive to John Knox Road. This project will be let with FPN: 445053-1-56-01, which is COT UWHC. These projects were assigned CN# T3853 and will utilize state and federal funds. These projects have a construction estimate of $4,568,903 and a planned letting date of 2/26/2025 plus 120 days flexible start time.

Construction could begin in May but is anticipated to begin in September 2025 and last for a scheduled duration of 446 calendar days per Construction Memorandum Revision 4 dated 12/5/2024.

Project improvements include COT utility upgrades, water main replacement, selective clearing and grubbing, subsoil excavation, regular excavation, borrow excavation, geosynthetic reinforced soil slope protection, concrete slope pavement, concrete ditch pavement, plastic erosion mat, stormwater drainage, gravity wall, sidewalk construction, widening for future bicycle facilities, driveway profile corrections, signalization, and S&PM.

The combined construction cost estimate for these projects is $30,668,236.

UNDERSTANDING OF PROJECT ISSUES

FPN: 219668-2-52-01, 02, 03 SR 61 Thomasville Road from North of SR 63 (US 27) (Monroe Street) to North of 9th Avenue:

UWHC: A major item of work under this project includes the UWHC to replace the sanitary sewer and water main throughout the project.

Typical to an urban project, there is a heavy presence of overhead and underground utilities. Utility work will require extensive coordination and planning between the construction team and utility owners, and weekly utility coordination meetings will be held to discuss planned work, Utility Work Schedule (UWS) activities, progress, and schedules.

Roadway Reconstruction: According to the Report of Soil Borings, most of the subgrade below the existing concrete pavement is plastic material in the reconstruction area from STA.

28+80.47 to STA. 44+91.53. There is no subsoil excavation and Typical Section #3 calls for 12-inch Type B Stabilization. Standard Plans Index 120-002 states to remove plastic material to a depth of two feet below the bottom of the base. Furthermore, to place 12-inch Type B Stabilization will require the excavation of the existing plastic material. The calculated subsoil excavation and embankment quantities for the reconstruction area are approximately 3,826 cubic yards (CY). This could result in a costly plan error to add pay items 120-4 Subsoil Excavation and 120-6 Embankment and could result in a potential Supplemental Agreement in the amount of $210,430. We discussed this discovery with the Design PM and the Typical Section was changed in the 10/10/2024 plans update.

Drainage: This project was designed to follow the Complete Streets concept/criteria and received funding from the COT. This design will improve pedestrian safety and mobility by narrowing travel lanes and widening sidewalks for approximately 1,600 feet, between

Calhoun St. and Sixth Ave. This amenity is much needed for the “Midtown” area as there are local shops and restaurants within walking distance of each other. A compliment to the Complete Streets design is the complete replacement of the existing stormwater drainage system. With many of the drainage structures and pipes requiring an excavation of over 10 feet, KCA took a hard look at what impacts these excavations could have on adjacent properties. Having recent experience with inspection and settlement monitoring and vibration monitoring on our I-10 project for the Tallahassee Memorial Hospital and given our familiarity with Specification 108 Monitor Existing Structures, we quickly determined that drainage structure S-07 is within the monitoring zone due to a 16-foot excavation, and the Florida School Boards Insurance Trust building being within three times the excavation depth. We also discovered that pay items 108-1 Inspection and Settlement Monitoring and 108-2 Vibration Monitoring are not provided in the plans. KCA discussed this with Travis Justice, PE, Design PM, and he noted this will be addressed. KCA advised that other locations throughout the project may also require monitoring.

Traffic Control Plan: As to be expected for a project such as this, the Traffic Control Plan (TCP) is somewhat complex. The TCP includes four phases, with the drainage, reconstruction, and utility work occurring in Phases I and II. Phase I, Stage 1: STA. 28+80 to STA. 44+91 RT, Detour sidewalk, remove raised medians, remove curb and sidewalk, construct temporary pavement and markings.

Phase I, Stage 2-6: STA. 28+80 to STA. 44+91 RT (Sixth Ave.), Detour northbound traffic and perform full depth roadway reconstruction through structural course, drainage, utility (sanitary sewer and water), and sidewalk construction. Phase II, Stage 1-3:

STA. 28+80 to STA. 44+91 LT (Sixth Ave.), Detour southbound traffic and perform full depth roadway reconstruction through structural course, drainage, utility (sanitary sewer and water), and sidewalk construction. Phase III: Construct signalization and lighting, complete sidewalk construction, M&R friction course from beginning to end of project. Phase IV: Place sod and thermoplastic pavement markings. As cumbersome as the work will be within the tight constraints of the right-of-way (R/W), the Contractor will maintain/relocate midblock crossings, ingress and egress of side streets, driveways, and turnouts from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m. Monday through Friday. Closures must be restricted to when businesses are closed during after hour periods. The Contractor will need to coordinate and verify closure times with businesses and property owners. Access to businesses and side streets for emergency services will be always maintained. Furthermore, detour duration is limited to one continuous work operation (24 hours a day – 7 days a week) for a maximum of 30 or 45 days depending on location.

This will be a monumental challenge, and we will work hand-in-hand with the Contractor to comply with the requirements and to ensure safety and access are maintained.

FPN: 403942-3-52-01, 04, 05 SR 10 (Tennessee Street) from SR 63 (Monroe Street) to SR 265 (Magnolia Drive):

UWHC: A major item of work under this project includes the UWHC to replace the sanitary sewer and water main throughout the project.

While reviewing the plans, we discovered a plan note discrepancy regarding utility trench backfill. UWHC Plans, Sheet No. 3 includes a Sewer and Water Main Trench Cut Pavement Repair Detail, which shows Stage #2 (above the utility pipe) backfill is to be Select Material, A-3 or better. In the UWHC Plans dated 8/15/2024, Sheet No. 25, Note 11 stated that all backfill above 1 foot over the utility pipe shall be excavatable flowable fill. We contacted the design team about the discrepancy, and they quickly responded that the correct backfill material is the Select A-3, and the note was corrected in the plans dated 12/5/2024. This discovery likely prevented an inflated bid due to a high unit price for backfill material, resulting in a significant cost savings to taxpayers.

Retaining Wall: A critical item of work for this project is constructing a 235-foot section of retaining wall that failed between STA. 309+54 and STA. 311+89. The retaining wall was originally planned to be let as a standalone project, but due to the recent failure, the project was advanced and included as part of this project. The retaining wall will consist of driven 30-32-foot HP 16 x 101 steel soldier piles with 12-inch by 6-inch timber lagging, and concrete fascia.

Immediate concerns with the piles are utility conflicts with the overhead electric and the buried fiber optic cable. AT&T has six 1.5-inch HDPE buried ducts that are in conflict with the piles. Utility Work Schedule (UWS), Activity No. 84D, states the directional bore will occur 10 days prior to construction, but the Dependent Activity is FDOT Permit and NTP/Temporary Retaining Wall Staked, which infers the relocation may occur during construction, which could result in a delay situation. Our team will monitor the site for relocation work, and if AT&T does not relocate prior to construction, we will begin coordination with AT&T and the Contractor at the beginning of the project to avoid impacts and/or delays. Regarding the COT overhead electric lines, UWS Activity 81b states the pole and overhead electric are to be removed 5 days prior to construction. It is important to note that COT Traffic, CenturyLink/Lumen, and Metronet are attached to the pole and must also relocate prior to the COT moving the pole. This work will require coordination between all parties, and we will be sure to track these activities and discuss at progress meetings and/or utility coordination meetings.

Traffic Control Plan: The UWHC Plans TCP contains four phases of work; Phase II (Sanitary Sewer Replacements) contains six stages, and Phase III (Water Main Replacements) contains seven stages, with each stage containing sub-stages. This is beneficial because it breaks the project into segments and provides more control over the work. Each of the phases require long-term lane closures for utility work. Phase II, Stage 1 and Phase III, Stage 4A require a road closure at the Meridian Street intersection, with a traffic detour, and Phase II, Stage 3 requires a road closure at the Gadsden St. intersection, also with a traffic detour. These road closures and detours are limited to six nights and four nights, respectively. As the work performed on this project is adjacent to Leon High School, the Department desires to expedite the construction. During the long-term lane closure for the lane width reduction and the retaining wall construction, the Contractor is required to work a continuous operation for 12 hours per day and 7 days a week until work is complete and approved by the Project Engineer. As an incentive for the Contractor to expedite the work, Special Provision 8-13.1 “Bonus” Payment and Waiver of Contractor Claims is included which provides for a no excuse “Bonus” of $25,000 for completion and acceptance of all work within

14 days after closure from STA. 296+09.73 to STA. 298+42.90, including all work associated with Phase IB (construction of lane width reduction, etc.), and $75,000 for completion and acceptance of all work within 30 days after closure from STA. 309+57.00 to STA.

311+89.87, including all work associated with Phase IC (retaining wall construction). The “Bonus” will be paid only if the “Contract Work Item” is completed on or before the “Bonus Completion Date”, which will not be adjusted for any reason, cause or circumstance whatsoever, regardless of fault, except for the instance of a catastrophic event. This will require strategic planning and execution of the work, and the Contractor could possibly work a 24- 7 continuous operation to secure the “Bonus”. However the work is accomplished, our team will meet the challenges and assist the Contractor in achieving the goal of re-opening the roadway within the Bonus Completion Date.

FPN: 421635-4-52-01 is SR 61 South Monroe Street from Perkins Street to North of Jefferson Street:

This project is similar to the others as it also includes UWHC to replace COT sanitary sewer and water mains. As previously mentioned, Contract Time has been set to 238 calendar days for this project. This may become an issue due to the quantity of utility work (i.e., sanitary sewer, water main, manholes, service connections, etc.) with respect to the lane closure restrictions and the available hours to work. This project has more utility work than the Tennessee Street project but has 182 less calendar days of contract time. It may be prudent for the contract time to be reevaluated prior to letting.

FPN: 445053-1-52-01 is SR 63 (US 27) Monroe Street from Lakeshore Drive to John Knox Road:

The main focus of this project is to improve pedestrian mobility and safety through construction of new sidewalk on the southbound roadway shoulder. This work will be challenging due to steep slopes and underground utilities in the area of proposed sidewalks.

Retaining (gravity) wall is proposed at many locations to support the sidewalk. To add to the challenges, subsoil excavation is proposed in many of the gravity wall and widening areas, and utilities such as gas, buried fiber optic cable and telephone duct banks are within the excavation limits. The COT’s UWS, Activity No. 17, states to relocate the gas main from STA. 336+80 to STA. 347+00 60 days prior to construction. The COT will Expose to Protect in all other areas of subsoil excavation, meaning the Contractor must remain cognizant of the gas and work carefully to avoid contacting and rupturing the line. KCA is well versed in working around live gas mains and has had the unfortunate experience of Contractors contacting and rupturing gas mains. These have been learning experiences, which have better prepared us on how to help the Contractor while working around gas and how to respond in emergency situations.

Because space is limited between the edge of pavement and the existing box culvert headwall from STA. 338+76.30 to STA.

339+33.17, cantilevered sidewalk is proposed and will utilize Curb and Gutter Barrier Wall (Standard Plans Index 521-001). A concern with the barrier wall is how the approach end will be protected as it will be inside the clear zone. Index 521-001, Sheet 22, Note 1 states to install a Sloped End Treatment only when called for in the plans.

Neither the Roadway Plan nor Miscellaneous Structures Plans call for a sloped end treatment or other means of protecting the wall end. The designer may have intended for sloped end treatment but missed the callout or plan note. This issue can be easily resolved and KCA will bring this to the EOR’s attention for resolution.

A concern that is common to three of the four projects is temporary traffic detection and the Contractor’s ability to provide enough cameras. This has been a problem recently due to the number of active projects in the district. There are 16 intersections between these projects that may require concurrent temporary detection. We are experiencing this issue now on our active projects and have worked with the COT and other partners to manage the situation.

KCA will discuss this with the Contractor and explore alternatives for temporary detection prior to beginning work.

On urban projects such as these, public information and outreach go hand-in-hand with construction. Business owners do not like surprises and want to know the “what and when” of the improvements along their property and how the work may impact them or their business. The KCA team has first-hand knowledge of this and have always worked with the Contractor to notify businesses in advance of the work in their area. This shows the businesses that you are interested in their concerns. For these projects, Quest will proactively provide Community Outreach services and keep the community aware of the status and traffic impacts of the projects.

These projects are in the heart of Tallahassee’s business and government districts and R/W is limited. We will discuss and enforce Specification 7-11 Preservation of Existing Property during construction. KCA will create a comprehensive file and tracking log for documentation of existing conditions prior to construction to protect FDOT from unwarranted claims for damages.

Project Safety and Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) are always a primary concern on construction projects, and our team joins FDOT’s efforts to ensure safety-enhanced projects for all. The safety of motorists, pedestrians, and workers are a top priority and will be discussed at every meeting. We will implement the following important procedures to increase safety and ensure highly functional MOT on this project:

Continually review Contractor’s MOT setup for compliance with

Standard Plans and the TTCP Coordinate with Ian Satter, FDOT’s PIO, to proactively inform the public and local businesses of lane closures and construction schedules

Work with the Contractor to develop a plan to ensure emergency services are unimpeded during lane closures

QUALITY ASSURANCE/QUALITY CONTROL (QA/QC)

Based on previous experience and lessons learned, we continue to improve our corporate support and QA/QC plan. KCA’s Senior Vice President, Dewey Martin, PE, will ensure our team has the required resources, training, and corporate support to successfully complete this project. Mr. Martin is a highly knowledgeable industry professional who will supervise the proper implementation of our QA/QC plan. He will meet with our Senior Project Engineer and Project Administrator to review and evaluate project administration and be available via email or phone as needed to assist with any strategy or issue resolution. We will submit a comprehensive QA/QC plan in accordance with the scope, CPAM Section 5.9, and

FDOT’s statewide QA/QC plan within 30 days of CEI agreement execution. Our QA/QC plan includes lessons learned on previous projects to prevent issues encountered during construction. KCA will use this plan to conduct an initial review within the first two months of construction to ensure we are adhering to the scope and providing quality services to FDOT. All review reports, including discrepancies and corrective actions, will be sent to D3 Construction PM Mike Horton, for review.

With 22 and 36 years of CEI experience respectively, Kellie Loper, PE, and Jon Doke will perform reviews in accordance with the QA/QC plan to confirm our team is complying with the scope. On a previous D3 SR 20 project, Mr. Loper served as the SPE and Mr.

Doke, who is/has been a PA in D2 for more than 20 years, served as Contract Support Specialist (CSS), making them excellent individuals to verify we are meeting D3’s expectations.

STAFFING/TECHNICAL PLAN

KCA understands the primary role in providing CEI services is to administer the contract efficiently, inspect the Contractor’s work, and monitor and document compliance with Contract Documents to provide FDOT a high-quality product within the established time and budget. Performing as an extension of FDOT, it is our responsibility to represent all stakeholders in the most professional manner always. We will establish a partnering approach by employing good lines of clear and open communication, earning and enhancing trust, expediting decision making, issuing timely responses, and emphasizing our common goal—successful completion of the project. It is important the CEI team, Contractor, FDOT staff, and other key stakeholders form a well-defined team with a process for building relationships and resolving challenges.

Understanding the current state of D3’s generous work program, and the associated challenge of meeting the staffing demands of concurrent projects, KCA has partnered with multiple firms including DRMP, HNTB, MTN, Poole, Quest, STEARZ, WSP, and WSB to pool personnel, so the demands of the projects are met. KCA and its partners have selected some of the most knowledgeable and skilled personnel to meet the challenges of concurrent work.

PROPOSED STAFF QUALITY

KCA proposes a local and well-established team that is available, knowledgeable, versatile, well qualified, and certified for this project.

Every proposed member brings extensive, hands-on, relevant, and recent experience to the team. Our resumes highlight the depth, quality, and experience of our key personnel and always demonstrate our team’s cross-functional capability to provide experienced and highly qualified staff. Our team members have current CTQP certifications and experience with successfully completing similar projects and will meet the high expectations of D3. After a thorough review of the scope and project location, we have developed a staffing plan to provide an optimal, efficient inspection/management team that will perform with minimal FDOT oversight, administer the contracts, inspect/document operations, handle any unique challenges, and make necessary decisions to Midway Operations satisfaction. This team will function as a cohesive unit and has significant experience with similar projects.

They will provide regular proactive communication with Mr. Horton and keep him informed of all significant issues as well as recommend and discuss engineering solutions. They will use sound engineering judgement to resolve issues and will work closely with Mr. Horton to exceed FDOT expectations and keep the project on time and within budget.

Our team is led by Brannon Chatwood, PE, who will serve as SPE.

Mr. Chatwood has 26 years of combined experience between FDOT and KCA and has served as the SPE on numerous projects in D2 and D3. Over the years, Mr. Chatwood has developed a strong rapport with contractors, which is essential for effective communication and resolving problems.

Joey Avery will serve as PA on the 219668-2 (Thomasville Rd.)

and 445053-1 (N. Monroe St.) projects and Jerry McClure (HNTB) will serve as PA on the 403942-1 (Tennessee St.) and 421635-4 (S.

Monroe St.) projects. They have 24 and 44 years of experience.

Lee Phillips and Cyndi Murrow (HNTB) will serve as CSS and will be paired with Mr. Avery and Mr. McClure on their respective projects. Mr. Phillips has 19 years of experience and has moved up through the ranks, providing him with the field knowledge that is essential for a competent and proficient CSS. Ms. Murrow has 31 years of experience making her uniquely qualified for these projects. Crystal Creel (MTN) will serve as RCS, and Kat Dunn (Quest) will serve as Community Outreach Specialist (COS). For the landscaping portion of the 403942-1 project, Robert Alexander (WSP) will serve as Senior Landscape Inspector.

Given that all projects in this grouping could start as late as September-October 2025, it is difficult to know exactly what inspection staff will be assigned to each project. However, the team is fully committed, and we have proposed personnel in good faith.

Please see the organizational chart for a listing of all proposed personnel and positions.

PROPOSED STAFF AVAILABILITY

KCA and HNTB are currently on FDOT assignments from Midway Operations, with assignments expected to conclude on or before August 2025. DRMP, MTN, Quest, STEARZ, WSP, and WSB have staff available and can provide personnel on-demand. For all projects in this grouping, we expect the Contractors to follow the recent trend and utilize all 120 days of flexible start time, which places the anticipated start in September-October 2025, and making our team 100% available.

EXPERIENCE AND PERFORMANCE ON SIMILAR PROJECTS

KCA is committed to quality and total client satisfaction. We have developed a cohesive team of experienced and professional individuals who have successfully completed projects that are very similar to this project including, but not limited to:

SR 8 (I-10) Interchange at SR 61 and SR 261 (US 319) (FPN:

222593-6-52-01), FDOT D3, Leon County, FL. Key Staff:

Brannon Chatwood, PE, SPE; Joey Avery, PA; Lee Phillips, CSS.

This project includes adding an additional eastbound lane along the I-10 eastbound exit ramp (exit 203) to the Thomasville Road intersection, and along Raymond Diehl Road to the US 319 (Capital Circle) intersection; relocation of existing buried electric and ITS fiber optic cable, drainage improvements, M&R, 1,620 linear feet of noise wall along I-10 westbound in the area of Gilchrist Elementary School; and ITS upgrades to include MVDS and WWDS. These upgrades are comprised of thermal detectors, event cameras, and sign illuminators. Existing ponds are modified to account for additional capacity of the widening, and new traffic signal mast arms installed at Thomasville Road, WB Raymond Diehl Road at the I-10 on ramp, and Capital Circle NE.

SR 20 (US 27) Apalachee Parkway from SR 261 (US 319)

Capital Circle to Jefferson County Line (FPN: 439727-1-52- 01), FDOT D3, Leon County, FL. Key Staff: Brannon Chatwood, PE, SPE; Joey Avery, PA/CSS; and Lee Phillips, Sr. Inspector.

This project consisted of 9.2 miles of 4-lane urban and rural M&R.

The project also included sidewalk construction, gravity wall, drainage improvements, turn-lane widening, overbuild for cross slope correction, side street radial improvements, bridge expansion joint replacement, signalization, manhole and valve adjustments, and S&PM installation.

SR 55 (US 19), SR 49 (2 sections) (FPNs: 437619-1-52-01, 437620-1-52-01, 437621-1-52-01), FDOT D2, Levy, Gilchrist, and Dixie Counties, FL. Key Staff: Brannon Chatwood, PE, PA;

Joey Avery, CSS; and Lee Phillips, Sr. Inspector. This FDOT D2 CEI contract consisted of a grouping of three projects that were constructed simultaneously with three separate contractors. The work under these contracts included rural resurfacing, overbuild for cross slope correction, shoulder and roadway widening, drainage improvements, signalization, and S&PM on SR 55; rural and urban resurfacing, curb and gutter, signalization, pedestrian signal upgrades, sidewalk and ADA improvements, S&PM on SR 49; and rural resurfacing and S&PM on SR 49.

Our team has recent and relevant experience in D3 for Midway Operations. The following grades are a testament to the quality services we provide.

Recent FDOT CEI Performance Grades District Contract Project Grade

3 C9O31 SR 20 (Apalachee Pkwy.) 4.0 3 CA907 SR 20 (Apalachee Pkwy.) 4.1 3 CAH53 SR 371 Orange Ave./Lake

Bradford Rd. 3.8

OTHER CONSIDERATIONS

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT METHODS AND TECHNIQUES

Our construction management philosophy includes hands-on proactive project administration, dedicated teamwork, aggressive approach to minimize impacts, early issue recognition and resolution, diligent technical approach, and a strong and upfront partnership between team members, clients, and stakeholders.

During construction, our staff will print the two-week look ahead and meet to discuss construction operations. The SPE and PA will review the Contractor’s submittals and process all requests in a timely manner. We will track and confirm all materials used on this project appear on FDOT’s Approved Products List and certifications are entered timely into MAC.

We will hold pre-activity meetings for significant and/or technical items of work including, but not limited to COT UWHC utility work, retaining wall construction, mast arm drilled shaft construction, and asphalt paving operations. This will provide an opportunity to verify the Contractor, and our team have a common understanding of the scope and contract requirements, and the work is properly planned and coordinated.

To address any inconsistencies, we will meet with the Contractor to perform quantity comparisons prior to the monthly cut-off. The SPE and PA will review all estimate documentation and site-source quantity tracking to validate accuracy and ensure estimates are completed on time and documentation is entered in PSSP and uploaded to EDMS.

KNOWLEDGE AND APPLICATIONS OF FDOT PROCEDURES

Our team is comprised of construction and management professionals who employ methods to match FDOT’s procedural requirements. KCA is very familiar with FDOT’s manuals, procedures and programs including CPAM, CPPR, Standard Plans and Specifications, MAC, PrC, CIM, Earthwork Records System (ERS), EDMS, Materials Manual, and Final Estimate Manual. Our team is proficient in using “E-Construction” and we are well-versed in PSSP, Final As-Built Plans using Bluebeam Revu and the use of Digital Signatures. Additionally, our staff is proficient in using iPads with the Mobile Inspector application as we did on our recent FDOT projects, which have been very useful in documenting the daily work activities, reviewing contract documents, and keeping track of quantities.

ABILITY TO MARK DECISIONS/FACILITATE RESOLUTION

With relevant experience and knowledge, we will utilize proven methods to minimize delays and costs through close coordination and consistent communication with FDOT, the Contractor, UAOs, EORs, and stakeholders. KCA will exercise independent engineering judgment while providing CEI services in conformance with CPAM, especially regarding the SPE’s authority, when executing and processing time extensions, supplemental agreements, work orders, and proper utilization of the CPPR.

While fulfilling our responsibilities, Mr. Chatwood will ensure Mr.

Horton is informed prior to initiating any contract changes and notified of all significant correspondence, non-compliance issues, potential disputes, public concerns, and other important matters to serve FDOT’s best interests. This will enable Mr. Horton to provide input and support while overseeing our performance.

During project administration, we will strive to resolve potential issues or disputes in the field at the lowest possible level. We will review, evaluate, and promptly respond to all Contractor correspondence, notices, requests for compensation or time, and claims. KCA will perform timely entitlement analysis and cost estimates and discuss our findings and recommendations with Mr.

Horton and implement his input to establish a strategy or resolution process. Our goal is to resolve issues as they happen as we have successfully used this approach in the past resulting in no unresolved issues at the end of the project.

KCA’S COMMITMENT

KCA is committed to assisting D3 in achieving its goals. We will be responsive to your needs and ensure our experienced team will perform the high-quality services necessary to successfully complete this project within the established schedule and budget.

Thank you for your consideration and we look forward to continuing our strong working relationship with D3.

Prequalification of Prime Consultant and any proposed Subconsultants by advertised type(s) of work:

Consultant Name Project Advertised Major & Minor Work Types

10.1 10.4 DBE SB UU

Prime Kisinger Campo & Associates, Corp. (KCA)

Su bc on su lta nt s

DRMP, Inc. (DRMP) HNTB Corporation (HNTB) MTN Resources, LLC (MTN) Poole Engineering and Surveying, Inc. (Poole) Quest Corporation of America, Inc. (Quest) STEARZ Engineering, Inc. (STEARZ)

WSB, LLC (WSB)

WSP USA, Inc. (WSP)

SB = Small Business UU = Under-utilized work type; subconsultant is a professional services firm and is prequalified in the Under-Utilized Work Group. Refer to the advertisement for applicability.

My firm has submitted a Bid Opportunity List through the Equal Opportunity Compliance System for this project.

https://fdotwp1.dot.state.fl.us/EqualOpportunityCompliance/Account.aspx/LogIn?ReturnUrl=%2fEqualOpportunityCompliance

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES COMMITMENT FORM

375-030-83

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Submit this form as required in the Request for Proposal or alternatively, at the time of Expanded Letter of Response is due:

Contract/Advertisement No.: 25343 Prime Consultant: Kisinger Campo & Associates, Corp.

Project Description: CEI Group 25-J in Leon County

Expected percentage of contract fees to be utilized by DBE(s): 18 %. (Combine DBE Prime and DBE subconsultants, if applicable).

Expected percentage of contract fees to be utilized by Non-DBE Small Businesses 0 %. (Combine Non-DBE Small Business Prime and Non-DBE Small Business subconsultants, if applicable).

The proposed Prime and subconsultants/subvendors’ work is as follows:

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Total percent for Prime and Subs committed:

(Note to Consultants: should be 100% when submitted to FDOT) 100

Total percent for Prime and Subs remaining to be committed:

(Note to Consultants: should be 0% when submitted to FDOT) 0

The percentage column must total 100% for Prime and all subs.

Please note, the number one ranked firm is required to enter DBE Participation in the Equal Opportunity Compliance (EOC) System subsequent to contract award and any future contract amendments or task work orders (if applicable).

DBE status for all firms can be verified by using the DBE Directory:

https://fdotxwp02.dot.state.fl.us/EqualOpportunityOfficeBusinessDirectory/CustomSearch.aspx

Small Business status for Non-Professional Services firms can be found here:

https://ssrs.fdot.gov/Reports/report/PDA%20Reports/Public%20Reports/EOOSmallBusinessCertificationReport

Small Business status for Professional Services firms is located here:

https://www.fdot.gov/procurement/InternetReports.shtm#qual

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CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION,

INELIGIBILITY AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION-

LOWER TIER COVERED TRANSACTIONS FOR FEDERAL AID CONTRACTS

(Compliance with 2 CFR Parts 180 and 1200)

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It is certified that neither the below identified firm nor its principals are presently suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction by any federal department or agency.

Name of Consultant: Kisinger Campo & Associates, Corp.

By:

Date: 12/16/2024

Title: Dewey Martin, PE, Senior Vice President

Instructions for Certification

Instructions for Certification - Lower Tier Participants:

(Applicable to all subcontracts, purchase orders and other lower tier transactions requiring prior FHWA approval or estimated to cost $25,000 or more - 2 CFR Parts 180 and 1200)

a. By signing and submitting this proposal, the prospective lower tier is providing the certification set out below.

b. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was entered into. If it is later determined that the prospective lower tier participant knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department, or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension and/or debarment.

c. The prospective lower tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to the person to which this proposal is submitted if at any time the prospective lower tier participant learns that its certification was erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.

d. The terms "covered transaction," "debarred," "suspended," "ineligible," "participant," "person," "principal," and "voluntarily excluded," as used in this clause, are defined in 2 CFR Parts 180 and 1200. You may contact the person to which this proposal is submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations. “First Tier Covered Transactions” refers to any covered transaction between a grantee or subgrantee of Federal funds and a participant (such as the prime or general contract). “Lower Tier Covered Transactions” refers to any covered transaction under a First Tier Covered Transaction (such as subcontracts).

“First Tier Participant” refers to the participant who has entered into a covered transaction with a grantee or subgrantee of Federal funds (such as the prime or general contractor). “Lower Tier Participant” refers any participant who has entered into a covered transaction with a First Tier Participant or other Lower Tier Participants (such as subcontractors and suppliers).

e. The prospective lower tier participant agrees by submitting this proposal that, should the proposed covered transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency with which this transaction originated.

f. The prospective lower tier participant further agrees by submitting this proposal that it will include this clause titled "Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion-Lower Tier Covered Transaction," without modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions exceeding the $25,000 threshold.

g. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered transaction that is not debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A participant is responsible for ensuring that its principals are not suspended, debarred, or otherwise ineligible to participate in covered transactions. To verify the eligibility of its principals, as well as the eligibility of any lower tier prospective participants, each participant may, but is not required to, check the Excluded Parties List System website (https://www.epls.gov/), which is compiled by the General Services Administration.

h. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to render in good faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of participant is not required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.

i. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph e of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension and/or…