May 25 2021 East Grand Forks Arena Construction Manager Materials
May 25 2021 East Grand Forks Arena Construction Manager Materials
May 25 2021 East Grand Forks Arena Construction Manager Materials
To: East Grand Forks City Council Mayor Steve Gander, Council President Mark Olstad, Council
Vice-President Tim Riopelle, Council members Clarence Vetter, Dale Helms, Tim Johnson, Marc
DeMers, and Brian Larson.
Cc: File
RE: Request to hire Construction Engineers as Construction Manager for Recreation Facility
Improvement projects
Background:
As part of our Recreation Facility Improvement planning, we have discussed the approach of bringing a
Construction Management (CM) firm on board early in our planning and pre-design process. A qualified
CM firm will be influential in working in conjunction with JLG Architects and our building committee.
Throughout the design/pre-construction phase of our project planning, having the CM on board as part
of our team, including:
- Provide Value Engineering by working closely with design team to provide a fully vetted true-cost
estimate of projects
- Support the Design team by developing and managing real time opinion of cost on design
elements with advanced cost estimating and project cost control
- Monitor and provide input on all design considerations, with input of local construction
contractors
- Develop and manage detailed timeline for project bidding and construction scheduling
- When a project is ready to move forward, by using a CM at Risk project delivery method, the CM
will be fully prepared to provide the City with a Guaranteed Maximum Price project, with the CM
owning sub-contracts and taking control of construction bidding/scheduling.
The City released a Request for Qualifications on April 5th and received a proposal to our request from
four qualified CM’s. We held in person interviews with all four of the qualified finalists, and based upon
the following selection criteria, the committee is excited to recommend Construction Engineers to be
hired as the Construction Manager for these projects.
- Familiarity with the local and regional construction markets
- Abilities/qualifications of professional personnel
- Performance on and experience with similar projects
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- Demonstrated experience and ability to lead owner through procurement of sponsorship or
donation of goods and services from contractors
- Capacity to meet time and budget requirements in a satisfactory manner
- Recent, current, and projected workload
- Proposed fees for listed scope of work
Budget Impact:
The proposed fee for the pre-design/pre-referendum period of Construction Engineers work is $22,500.
This work agreement is set to begin at approval of this proposal and would carry through November 2022.
Recommendation:
Recommend approval of Construction Engineers as the Construction Manager for our Recreation Facility
Improvement projects, with the pre-design/referendum fee of $22,500.
Enclosure:
Request for Qualifications released by City of East Grand Forks
Construction Engineers submittal to Request for Qualifications
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Request for Qualifications
Feasibility Study and Fundraising Plan
For East Grand Forks Recreation Facility Improvements
Project Overview
The City of East Grand Forks is seeking a qualified independent consulting firm for the purposes
of conducting a feasibility study. We are looking for a partner who is experienced with planning
and conducting a fundraising feasibility study and is familiar Parks & Recreation Sports
complexes. The plan should assess our current situation, potential fundraising capacity for a
campaign and make recommendations on a strategy to maximize our fundraising efforts. A
project budget, timeline and action items should be clearly identified.
Currently, the City of East Grand Forks understands repairs and desired renovations could range from
$13-$20 Million, depending upon the final scope of the project(S). It is the City’s goal and desire to
fundraise as much of the needed projects funds as possible, but further research needs to be conducted
to set a realistic and tangible fundraising goal. We expect the total project funding package to include
corporate sponsorship opportunities, private fundraising, state and local grants, and potential Local
Option Sales Tax revenue.
Civic Center
The East Grand Forks Civic Center, built in 1974, serves as the home of the East Grand Forks Green Wave
hockey programs as well as youth hockey and figure skating for the community. The Civic Center has one
NHL size ice rink (85’x200’) with seating capacity for approximately 3,400 people. The building has
undergone aesthetic improvements and renovations through its history, but limited improvements have
been made to the arenas Ice Plant and mechanical systems. The current rink is served by an indirect
flooded R22/glycol system. The R22 plant is currently working as intended, but does require annual
maintenance and is at an age that various components are at risk of failing at any time. The ice rink
floor, installed in 1993, has a subfloor heating system, but that is no longer in working condition. The
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building also is in need of major mechanical upgrades and improvements to its accessibility to become
compliant with ADA standards and parking lot replacement. Finally, the City is interested in considering
the feasibility of adding a new dressing room addition to replace its current undersized dressing rooms,
which are located in the arenas basement.
Stauss Park
Stauss Park is the home to two full size baseball fields, which are the home to High School baseball
programs at Sacred Heart and Senior High Schools, as well as summer youth and amateur baseball
teams. The current complex has one field, known as the “Legion field” is a competition field with
lighting, grass infield, and irrigation system throughout. The 2nd field known as the “Babe Ruth field” is
used for limited competition and practices, with limited amenities. The project scope for this complex
includes adding improved grading and drain tile to the current Legion field and renovated the Babe Ruth
field to be a complete competition field with lighting, synthetic turf, and grandstand/press box area.
Study Objectives
Our goal in conducting this feasibility study is to understand what the potential is for a
fundraising campaign and to gauge the level of support for this project in our community. The
feasibility study report should address the following:
The community’s perception of the City of East Grand Forks, its recreation programs and
these specific projects
Identification of potential leaders in the fundraising effort
Names of potential major donors/funders and what their interests might be
Determination of the amount of money that can be reasonably raised
Other major fundraising campaigns in the area that might compete for the same donors
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Possible alternatives for raising funds needed to complete the project
Roles and responsibilities of City elected officials, Parks & Recreation leadership and
volunteers in a campaign
Appropriate timeframe for both the campaign planning study and the fundraising itself
Proposal Requirements
Firm Information
Provide firm’s name, address, website URL and telephone number. Include name, title and e-
mail address of the individual who will serve as firm’s primary contact. Include a brief
description and history of your firm.
Project Approach
Please explain your project approach, style and process.
Important dates as it pertains to the RFP Selection Process and Study deliverables are as
follows:
Cost
Proposals must include the total delivered cost for the study, relating to all work and
deliverables outlined in the Schedule and Timeline.
The City of East Grand Forks desires to commit a total investment not to exceed $40,000 for the
final delivered Feasibility Study, including presentation of results to project task force and City
Council.
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Provide Biographies of Key Staff
Please include a summary of experience of all key staff.
Required Deliverables
Findings summary
List of key donor prospects and their potential interest, including giving range.
List of suggested donor levels and corporate sponsorship plan for facility sponsorship
opportunities.
Key areas of the case for support that resonate or hinder.
Presentation of findings to the project task force and key staff.
Submittals must be received by the City of East Grand Forks, Parks & Recreation Dept to the above listed
mailing or email address by no later than 4:00 P.M. on Friday, February 26, 2021.
Submittals should be flagged with an email read receipt and/or followed up with a telephone call to Reid
Huttunen at (218)399-3388 to verify receipt of submittals.
Submittals must be received by the time specified at the address listed above. Any submittals received
after the deadline will not be considered.
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Construction Engineers, Inc.
200 North 69th Street | Grand Forks, ND 58203
PO Box 13378 (58208-3378)
Phone 701.792.3200
www.ConstructionEngineers.com
Friday, May 21, 2021
Reid Huttunen
City of East Grand Forks
Parks & Recreation
600 DeMers Ave.
East Grand Forks, MN 56721
Project: East Grand Forks Recreation Facility Improvements
Mr. Huttunen,
We are excited for the opportunity to be a part of the team on the Recreation Facility Improvements. As this project is
moving forward through the pre‐referendum phase with the goal of a successful vote in fall of 2022, Construction
Engineers will be fully engaged in this phase and working seamlessly with your Building Committee and your Design
Team (JLG). Please find below a preliminary list of tasks and/or services that will be provided by Construction Engineers
during this phase.
Pre‐Referendum Phase
Attend and participate in all pre‐design meetings with the Design Team and Building Committee.
Provide estimating services to establish overall project budgets.
Itemize estimates to establish costs for project priorities.
Present estimates to Building Committee and Design Team.
Develop component estimating to assist in design decisions.
Identify value engineering solutions.
Collaborate with the Design Team to develop necessary visual aids for community presentations.
Participate in community presentations as requested.
Perform onsite investigative work of existing conditions to aid the design team.
Conduct constructability reviews of pre‐design documents.
Develop the initial project schedule to include the pre‐construction timeline.
Create a phasing plan for the various project locations.
Develop the initial site logistics plan for the various project locations.
As this is an exciting time for this project, Construction Engineers fully understands that the quality of work that is
completed in this phase sets the tone for the overall project.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions you have regarding our Pre‐Referendum services listed above.
Sincerely,
Tom McDonald
Tom McDonald
VP of Construction Operations
Email: [email protected]
Cell: 701‐739‐4430
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Bemidji | Devils Lake | Fargo | Grand Forks | Mandan | Watford City BUILDING FOR TOMORROW.
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS
PRECONSTRUCTION SERVICES FOR
EAST GRAND FORKS PARKS & RECREATION
FACILITY IMPROVEMENTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COVER LETTER
FEES PROPOSAL
Fees
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Construction Engineers, Inc.
200 N 69th St | Grand Forks, ND 58203
701.792.3200
ConstructionEngineers.com
Construction Engineers appreciates the opportunity to share our credentials with you. Our team has thoroughly read and understands
the requested services of the RFQ document issued on April 5, 2021. We feel the following unique qualifications will provide great
benefit to your project:
Construction Professionals - Construction Engineers has become a leading construction manager in the northern Red River Valley.
We offer comprehensive CM services. Our fully staffed project management team will collaborate with JLG Architects through design,
estimating, and construction phases of the project. Most importantly, and as a first step in the process, we will immediately provide
predesign cost estimates in order to support planning and financing efforts.
Local Resources and Knowledge - Construction Engineers has operated in GF/EGF since 1978. We have built hundreds of projects
across the region and our team is well acquainted with the challenges of building in our area. Through these projects, we have gained
an understanding of the working conditions, material costs, and best subcontractors in the Red River Valley that are needed to
complete large-scale projects on time.
Athletic Facility and Public Experience - Construction Engineers has extensive experience with dozens of athletic, education, and
public building projects. Every project is unique and therefore requires a specialized team with strong experience to meet Owner
goals. The EGF Park project will also require special attention to existing conditions along with jobsite safety, logistics, and phasing.
Our local experience and commitment to this work in these markets will bring unmatched value to the process.
I would like to direct your attention to Page 32 of this proposal. EGF School Board member Brandon Boespflug provided a
summary of our performance on the EGF Senior High School addition, remodel, and field project. The details and timeline on
that page demonstrate our abilities to deliver large scale projects on time through collaboration with JLG Architects and a
commitment to meeting budget and schedule goals.
We are committed to providing the leadership, qualified staff members, and necessary resources to ensure the success of your
project. It would be our honor to be chosen as your Construction Manager. Please contact me to further discuss our approach to
your project.
Sincerely,
Mike Dunn
Mike Dunn
Business Development Manager
701.739.2958
[email protected]
Grand Forks | Bemidji | Devils Lake | Mandan | Watford City | Fargo BUILDING FOR TOMORROW.
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East Grand Station
Forks Senior High School
Pembina,
East GrandNDForks, MN
PART I
BUSINESS ORGANIZATION & HISTORY
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A. BUSINESS ORGANIZATION & HISTORY
DEVELOPING TRUST THROUGH A TRANSPARENT TEAM APPROACH
Headquartered in Grand Forks, ND, Construction Engineers provides Construction Management and
Design-Build Services. “Do Something Constructive” is more than a clever saying for the team at
Construction Engineers; it is the founding principle for how our company approaches each and every
day. Founded by brothers John and Kurt Eickhof in 1978, Construction Engineers recently completed
its ownership transition to Scott Kringstad and Jeff Melgaard.
13+
200 N 69th St
Grand Forks, ND 58203 YEARS OF PUBLIC SECTOR
CM EXPERIENCE
More than 100 CM projects completed
Project range $2 Million - $130 Million
• Proud supporter of EGF
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Senior High School
Boosters
YEARS IN GRAND FORKS - EAST GRAND FORKS
• Member of Grand Forks- Committed to growth in the Red River Valley
East Grand Forks Chamber
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• Eight of our full-time
employees live in East
MARKET SECTORS
Grand Forks. • Education • Commercial • Oil & Gas
• Healthcare • Industrial • Public & Government
Construction Engineers focuses its resources on providing industry leading preconstruction and construction services to public
and private sector clients in our region.
EGF PRIDE
SUPPORTING OUR HOMETOWN
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BUSINESS ORGANIZATION & HISTORY 2
East Grand Forks Senior High School
East Grand Forks, MN
PART II
TEAM IDENTIFICATION
Divide
University
CountyofCourthouse
North Dakota
Addition
Memorial
& Renovation
Union
Crosby,
GrandNDForks, ND
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A. TEAM RESUMES
As part of Jeff’s role as Vice President, he continuously monitors the production of our project managers and
site superintendents while construction activities are taking place. He also contributes his broad experience
in building schools, offices, and public buildings to each project by supporting our preconstruction phase
services.
EXPERIENCE East Grand Forks Senior High Addition & Renovation $19,440,000 CMAR
Industry - 26 years ICON Sports Center $11,319,000 CMAR
CE - 21 years Altru Performance Center $6,279,000 CMAR
Watford City High School $49,526,000 CMAR
CERTIFICATIONS
LEED Green Associate Course McKenzie County Public Works Shop $18,941,000 CMAR
ACI Tilt Up Technician UND Chester Fritz Library Renovation $11,000,000 CMAR
USACE Quality Control UND School of Law Addition & Renovation $12,536,000 CMAR
OSHA 30-Hr Safety
Tom has completed many projects at UND and is currently leading the CE Team at the new Memorial
Union project. He is able to bring his years of experience to the preconstruction phases through extensive
constructability reviews at each design phase, as well as identifying value engineering options early to be
incorporated into the design. In addition, Tom oversees the company Safety Program.
Lance uses the Construction Engineers Sage/Timberline Estimating System to compute costs based on 20
years of history for projects executed in the state of North Dakota and Minnesota. Lance’s understanding
and knowledge of local and regional construction costs and his close relationship with the subcontractor
community allow CE to provide timely and accurate cost estimates at any stage.
EXPERIENCE East Grand Forks Senior High Addition & Renovation $19,440,000 CMAR
Industry - 14 years
ICON Sports Center $11,319,000 CMAR
CE - 10 years
Altru Performance Center $6,279,000 CMAR
CERTIFICATIONS UND Chester Fritz Library Renovation $11,000,000 CMAR
OSHA 30-Hr Safety Watford City High School $49,526,000 CMAR
He has extensive experience as a carpenter and foreman before becoming a Project Manager. He joined
Construction Engineers in 2017, and has quickly become dedicated to many industry construction projects.
EDUCATION
Dunwoody College
B.S. Construction Management SELECTED CMAR PROJECT EXPERIENCE PROJECT VALUE DELIVERY METHOD
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TEAM IDENTIFICATION 2
MIKE RAGSDALE [ Project Superintendent ]
Mike Ragsdale joined the Construction Engineers team in 2010 as a Field Project Manager. With more than
20 years of industry experience, Mike brings a strong level of experience and job site management to CE
projects.
Mike continuously displays exceptional ability as a Field Project Manager and has extensive experience
managing education, healthcare and industrial projects. Mike has managed several University of North
Dakota projects and is currently working on the UND Carnegie Library Renovation.
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TEAM IDENTIFICATION 3
B. AVAILABILITY OF KEY PERSONNEL
OUR LOCAL CAPABILITIES TO ACCOMPLISH YOUR BUDGET
The Construction Engineers team provides the stability, depth and knowledge of a contractor that has operated continuously in
the region for the last 43 years. We understand the complexities of building multi-phase projects and provide special attention
to cost effective building systems, schedule/quality control and worksite constraints. The East Grand Forks Recreation Facility
Improvements Project will be managed by our Grand Forks office staff.
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TEAM IDENTIFICATION 4
WORKLOAD
WE HAVE THE CAPACITY
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New Construction; Grand Forks, ND
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TEAM IDENTIFICATION 5
PART III
KEY QUALIFICATIONS & APPROACH
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A. WHY CHOOSE CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERS
A COMMITTED CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT TEAM
The East Grand Forks Recreation Facility Improvements Project represents what our team does all day, every day. Our systems
for budgeting and estimating, scheduling, subcontractor administration, quality control, and overall project coordination have been
developed and perfected for the exact activities to be undertaken as CM for the EGF project. We look forward to demonstrating these
traits and many more as your CM team.
A unique project deserves and requires a unique team, and Construction Engineers has assembled the best possible CM team
for the pre-construction and construction services for the city of East Grand Forks. Our company has a long standing record
of success building projects in East Grand Forks, with an in-depth knowledge of the weather, soil conditions, subcontractors, and
resources distinct to our region. Construction Engineers’ corporate office is located in Grand Forks, ND. We also have offices and staff
located in Fargo, Bemidji, Devils Lake, Watford City, and Mandan.
The EGF Recreation Facility Improvements Project is a multifaceted construction project with multiple criteria for success. These
attributes make it an ideal candidate for the CM process. Construction Engineers will help guide the preconstruction process and
the completion of design to provide optimal value, timeliness, constructability, local participation, safety, quality, coordination,
and many other factors. Our project portfolio includes athletic facilities with qualities similar to the EGF Park and Recreation Project.
We understand the complexities of projects and provide special attention to cost effective building systems, schedule and quality
control, and worksite constraints.
Construction Engineers will complete this project with direct Principal in Charge involvement supported by a team of construction
veterans. We feel that our team possesses a “Do Something Constructive” attitude, and we will work in your best interest to bring
value and efficiency to the project. By selecting Construction Engineers, EGF will be able to take full advantage of the CM environment,
working collaboratively with a group of highly experienced, team-orientated construction professionals dedicated to the success of
your project.
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KEY QUALIFICATIONS & APPROACH 1
COST ESTIMATING PROCESS
HIGHLY ACCURATE COST ESTIMATING AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
Our estimating database has been compiled with over 30 years of local cost history. By utilizing Sage Estimating, we are able to
quickly and accurately provide multiple estimates throughout the preconstruction phase. Each of these estimates allows us to work
with the Owner and the design team to ensure the design is maintaining the projected budget. By developing full estimates earlier,
we provide savings for the Owner in both time and money by reducing any re-design and/or re-bidding of the project.
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Schematic Design Estimate
was nearly $2M over budget.
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The issue was confirmed with the DD Estimate.
From there, the Team had 2 months to rein in the
budget, bid the project, and establish a GMP.
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Through an expedited and collaborative effort, the Design
Team and Construction Engineers were able to get the
project back on track and deliver a GMP on budget.
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KEY QUALIFICATIONS & APPROACH 3
VALUE ENGINEERING
COST SAVINGS AS A RESULT OF OUR EXPERIENCE
One of the primary advantages of the CM process is the ability of the Designer and the Construction Manager to work closely together
to produce a fully optimized design. The powerful integration of Construction Engineers and JLG Architects will lead to a well-designed
project that meets the City of East Grand Forks’ criteria with regard to building quality and sustainability while also representing the
highest level of efficiency with regard to capital and operational cost. Our preconstruction collaboration will result in a fully vetted,
true-cost estimate that results in a “no surprises” Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) for the project. Continued integration of the
team through the construction phase will provide a hassle-free RFI process, streamlined submittal reviews, enhanced operator input,
and opportunities for enhancements such as asset management.
The collaboration between the Designer and Construction Manager allows Construction Engineers to continually explore possible
value engineering options. Upon identifying these options, they are reviewed with the Design Team and the Owner to make the final
decisions on the options. This allows for the changes and subsequent savings to be incorporated into the design and therefore into
the final construction documents.
We have listed below some highlights of our value engineering efforts on past projects.
NDUS
UND Law School $509,000 of savings
UND University Place Residence Hall $311,000 of savings
CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULES
Project schedules are widely used throughout the construction industry. These schedules are used to identify as well as monitor
the path of construction from start to finish. Our overall schedule process goes beyond a standard bar chart type of schedule.
This process contains three primary components; the overall project schedule, the three week look ahead schedules, and Project
Visualization. Each component has a unique purpose and allows the Owner, design team, and subcontractors to be engaged and
aware of the day to day operations on the construction site.
• Outlines the most efficient and cost effective way of building the project
• Communicates the overall path of the project to all applicable parties
• Delineates the critical path of the project and allows us to capitalize on a limited cost effective construction season
• Identifies measurable milestones of the project and allows the progress to be monitored and updated
P r es en t O p i n i o n o f C o s t GMP Presentation
09/03/21 06/16/23
CM Selection City Council Approval of Opinion of Costs Construction Start Construction Complete
05/18/21 11/02/21 06/26/23 08/16/24
2021 Q2 Q4 Q2 Q4 Q2 Q4 Q2 2024
Design Participation 5/18/2021 - 6/30/2021
Develop initial Opinion of Cost 7/1/2021 - 9/30/2021
Review of Opinion of Costs 10/1/2021 - 11/1/2021
Continued Constructability & Estimating Reviews 11/3/2021 - 11/8/2022
Schematic Design Phase 11/8/2022 - 12/30/2022
Schematic Design Estimating Phase 12/30/2022 - 1/15/2023
Design Development Phase 1/15/2023 - 3/1/2023
Design Development Estimating Phase 3/1/2023 - 3/17/2023
Construction Documents Phase 3/17/2023 - 5/19/2023
Advertisement & Bidding Phase 5/19/2023 - 6/9/2023
Finalize GMP 6/9/2023 - 6/16/2023
Construction Phase 6/16/2023 - 8/2/2024
Clarifications:
• Adjustments will be made to accommodate input of the entire project team
• Final durations have not been verified with Design Team
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KEY QUALIFICATIONS & APPROACH 5
SUBCONTRACTOR RELATIONSHIPS
CREATING EXCITEMENT FOR YOUR PROJECT
SUBCONTRACTOR BIDDING
We plan to obtain a minimum of 3-4 subcontractor bids for each Division of Work on the East Grand Forks Recreation Facility
Improvements Project. In order to generate subcontractor interest in bidding the project we plan to publicly advertise each bid
package and post the bid packages on regional builders exchanges. We will also reach out to our database consisting of over 2,900
regional subcontractors and vendors and personally invite them to bid the project.
The CE Team understands and share the City of East Grand Forks’ desire to maximize participation by local subcontractors. With
43 years of continuous operations, Construction Engineers has developed an extensive database of subcontractors in the region
and enjoys strong relationships in the local construction community. Our management team will draw upon these decades of local
experience when developing the subcontractor qualification criteria and bid packages.
The East Grand Forks Recreational Facility Improvements Project is a project that with the right strategy can hit the project out of
the park and allow the City of East Grand Forks to get the most out of their available dollars. However, with a project of this nature,
the wrong bid strategy can result in increased costs and delayed project schedules to the point that portions of the project could be
put on the shelf indefinitely.
Our strategy on this project would be a multi-pronged approach as the final scope and timelines are developed.
2. Ensure bidding takes place during the right time of year to gain the most competitive bids
3. CE knowledge of the regional bidding climate allows us to provide recommendations on the best time to solicit for specific
areas of the project
Management of project costs for contractors would be clearly defined in the project front end specifications and again reiterated in
the project preconstruction meeting. It would be clearly defined that each and every contractor is to break out their billing applications
into a detailed and practical schedule of values so that the quantity of work completed by each contractor could easily be determined
and verified. The same concept would apply between the Owner and the CM.
Upon review and selection of subcontractors in coordination with the Owner and design team, a detailed schedule of values would
be developed between the Owner and CM so that progress billing applications would clearly show how the cost incurred reflects the
actual work completed on the project.
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KEY QUALIFICATIONS & APPROACH 7
B. ADMINISTRATION OF PROJECT
CMA VS. CMAR
CMA
Similar to a design professional or an Owner’s representative,
a CMA has a contract only with the owner. The role of the
CMA is to assist the owner with scheduling and coordination,
constructability review of the design, nonbinding estimating,
value engineering recommendations, observation of the work
for conformance with the contract, project documentation, and
similar activities.
CMAR
CMAR has a contractual arrangement similar to general contracting. Under the CMAR model, the Owner has a single prime contract
with the CMAR, and the CMAR holds all the subcontracts. By holding all the construction contracts, the CMAR can enforce scheduling
and coordination obligations directly with regard to the subcontractors. The CMAR also develops a Guaranteed Max Price (GMP) for
the entire cost of the construction.
The CMAR has the option to self-perform scopes of work on the project which does have its advantages. In most cases, any scopes
of work the CMAR wishes to perform are competitively bid and are compared with any subcontractor bids submitted. Ultimately, it is
up to the Owner whether or not to allow the CMAR to bid any scopes of work on the project.
There are numerous responsibilities that we prefer to take on such as posting subcontractor bid advertisements and submitting
appropriate permits, while being completely transparent and open. As the Owner, you can feel confident in the project progress
without burdening staff with additional responsibilities that, if not executed properly, could result in unnecessary project delays.
• Trusted Relationship - Many subcontractors and suppliers have worked with Construction Engineers for decades and know
what to expect. If a subcontractor or supplier will be contracting directly with the Owner they may perceive the project as
higher risk because they don’t know how the relationship will work.
• More Flexibility with Subcontractor and Supplier Selection - For example, if Construction Engineers doesn’t receive a caulking
bid, we can carry a budget and either self-perform or get someone else on board without having to go through the entire four
week process. We can also be another source for qualifying or disqualifying a subcontractor or supplier if/when someone is
not fit for the project but the Owner doesn’t have that proven history.
Consistent Quality
• Ability for CMAR to step in if/when subcontractors or suppliers are not performing.
• Ability for CMAR to self-perform if there is a bid category that is overpriced or under-represented.
Same Fee
• Construction Engineers’ fees and services don’t change for a CMA job. So for the same cost, the Owner receives the same
services from the Construction Manager, while taking on the liability of subcontractors and supplier contracts and assuming
all of the risk.
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LOCAL DEDICATED PROVEN TRUSTED
PART IV
PROJECT EXAMPLES, SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
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A. PROJECT EXAMPLES
Installation of turf
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PROJECT EXAMPLES & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION 2
ICON SPORTS CENTER
GRAND FORKS, ND
PROJECT PROJECT
FEATURES STATISTICS
2 Ice Rinks Parking Lot Project Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . 95,000 SF
Bleacher Seating for 400 Concessions Project Cost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $11,000,000
Weight Room Training Rooms Preconstruction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . Apr 2013 - Jan 2014
Coaches Room Locker Rooms Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . Sept 2013 - Dec 2014
CMAR Delivery Donations Utilized Delivery Method . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CMAR
Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . New Construction
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PROJECT EXAMPLES & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION 4
ALTRU HEALTH SYSTEM PERFORMANCE CENTER
GRAND FORKS, ND
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PROJECT EXAMPLES & SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION 6
MAINTAINING GMP
WORKING IN THE OWNER’S BEST INTEREST
Below is a table that quantifies our ability to meet schedules and maintain a GMP.
East Grand Forks Senior High Addition 9/4/2017 9/4/2017 $18,852,687 $19,439,309 3.1%
Fargo Public Schools Explorer Academy 8/11/21 TBD $12,000,000 TBD TBD
Watford City Elementary School 9/7/2020 9/7/2020 $29,513,891 $28,803,580 -2.4%
Clay County Correctional Center & LEC 2/11/2020 1/31/2020 $53,154,828 $53,154,828 0
back-end has been successful in gaining donations. The I will do Contract Category No.
the lump sum price of:
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Dollars ($ ).
Construction work for
Construction Manager. CE is willing to assist the Owner Alternate No. 1 , Roof Detail Add $ .
Dollars ($ ).
$160,000
BUILDING OF State the lump sum deduct amount, if applicable, that the bidder would like to donate to the project.
Please note that will be a single lump sum deduct from the base bid quotation on page 1 of the bid form.
ICON SPORTS This is to be considered a donation from the business quoting the project, not a personal donation.
Individuals or businesses desiring to make donations in another capacity should contact CVIC to arrange
CENTER the specifics of their donation.
in DONATIONS RECEIVED Dollars ($ ).
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EMBRACING COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION & VOLUNTEER WORK
Construction Engineers offers more than just on site construction services. Our staff has the ability and expertise to provide increased
value to our clients when they undergo a construction project. We have completed dozens construction contracts with services that
include preconstruction consulting, cost estimating, value engineering, subcontractor bidding and evaluation along with onsite
management activities. Working under a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) contract is our preferred method of doing business
and is the best arrangement for both Owner and CM. It is through this arrangement that full transparency of the project costs are
available, documented, and tracked.
Construction Engineers is competent and familiar with required documentation including: MN Contractor Registration, Prevailing
Wage reporting, MN IC-134, and Responsible Contractor Documentation.
Communication is the KEY to a successful project. Owners know at all times, the status of their project - from jobsite construction
and financial reports, to scheduling. Here are a few of the standard operating procedures you can expect.
Contract Changes
• Change Proposal Requests (CPR’s) are initiated when either the Owner or the Owner’s Representative or Construction Engineers requests to
deviate from the contract documents.
Monthly Pay Requests
• Prior to submitting a Pay Request, the Project Manager will review project schedule and costs to date, including Subcontractor and Material
Supplier billing, and stored materials. Each line item on the Schedule of Values will be billed based on the percentage of work completed through
the current month.
Project Meetings
• Construction Engineers will develop the agenda for the meeting and will prepare and distribute meeting minutes to all attendees and other
parties as needed. These include: Preconstruction Conferences, Project Coordination meetings & Preparatory meetings.
Daily Progress Reports
• The On-Site Project Manager is responsible for completing Daily Progress Reports and submitting them to the Project Manager each day. These
reports are completed and filed electronically.
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B. LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
The following letter is a recommendation from the East Grand Forks MN School Board (District 595), concerning the relationship with Construction
Engineers and their dedication to both their mission and vision statements that exceeded our expectations of not only completing our project on
time, but also on budget.
Our project consisted of 60,000 square feet, with the addition of (2) new building additions as well as upgrades to several existing areas throughout
our high school. In addition, an abundance of upgraded site work as well as upgrades to our athletic complex were performed to name a few. The
following is a brief synopsis of how the East Grand Forks School Board worked hand in hand with Construction Engineers.
1. BP#1: Site Work and Turf Field - CE presented Final Estimate 4/25/2016
2. BP#2: Building Shell - CE presented Final Estimate 5/19/2016
3. BP#3: Final GMP - CE presented Final Estimate 7/25/2016
a. Note: included $544,000 of add alternates from wish list within final budget
Construction Schedules:
1. Turf Field:
a. 5/6/2016 - Construction start
b. 8/24/2016 - Certificate of Substantial Completion issued
c. 8/25/2016 - First home soccer game
2. Additions/Site:
a. 5/25/2016 - Work on the Addition started
3. Renovation:
a. 3/19/2017 - Minor areas of renovation started (able to work into areas without affecting school’s day to day operations)
b. 5/15/2017 - Full renovation started
4. Completion:
a. 8/28/2017 - Teachers back into building
b. 9/1/2017 - CO received from state
c. 9/5/2017 - First day of school resumes at full force
Costs:
I would be remiss if I did not mention the dedication of not only Construction Engineers leadership, but also their field staff. Not a day went by
throughout the project that they were not keeping us updated and acting in a professional manner. A character trait that is sometimes lost when it
comes to contracting companies. Furthermore, although the project is complete, and all our new and remodeled areas are occupied, Construction
Engineers is still willing to exceed our expectations if called upon.
In closing, it is with great pleasure and gratitude that I recommend Construction Engineers in any project you may have on your horizon. If you have
questions please do not hesitate to contact me and I would be happy to further discuss my recommendations.
Sincerely,
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LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION
“Construction Engineers was chosen by the School Board to fulfill a $20.6 million building project for the
Senior High. Tom McDonald served as the Senior Project manager, and as a result, worked closely with
the administration and School Board members. Among Tom’s strengths are strong communication skills,
flexibility, and patience. He kept the project on track, gave prompt budget updates, and advised us on
financial options, all of which kept the project within budget. Under Tom’s strong leadership, the project was
completed on time, meeting the deadline for school starting in the fall.
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FEE PROPOSAL
Preconstruction Fee - Fixed Fee covers all services/expenses at discounted rates during the preconstruction phase. No additional
expenses or reimbursables will be charged. Preconstruction service includes comprehensive estimates for each remaining design
phase (SD, DD, GMP), scheduling, value engineering, constructability reviews, bid package development, GMP development, and
subcontractor selections.
Construction Management Fee - The above fee of 3.50% includes company overhead & profit, administrative and accounting support,
as well as the Principal-in-Charge. All project costs including general conditions, site management, project management, permits,
bonds, and insurances are considered “Cost of the Work” and are not included in the CM Fee listed above. Fee percentage is calculated
on the GMP amount.
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FEES 1
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Recreation Facility Improvement Initiative
Master Schedule of Important dates, meetings, and deadline
All meeting dates are subject to change based upon workplan and status updates
Febraury 2021 through Spring 2023
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