addendum one - City of Boise

CITY OF BOISE
TO:
Mayor and Council
FROM:
Finance and Administration and Public Works Departments
RESOLUTION NUMBER: R-172-10
DATE:
May 20, 2010
SUBJECT:
Approval of Contract, RFP 10-055; Police Shooting Range Planning
Services, to TRS Range Services not to exceed $630,000 on a task order
basis.
________________________________________________________________________
ACTION REQUIRED: Contract approval by resolution.
RECOMMENDATION: Finance and Administration, Public Works, and Police
Departments recommend that RFP 10-055 is awarded to the best qualified/highest ranked
proposer with significant local preference, TRS Range Services, in a total amount not to
exceed $630,000, on a task order basis, over the next 5 years pending availability of
funds. Award of contract is subject to compliance with insurance requirements.
FISCAL IMPACT/BUDGET IMPLICATIONS: Financial Services has confirmed
sufficient funding is available for this obligation.
BACKGROUND: The Public Works and Police Departments solicited proposals to
provide master plans, detailed design, construction documents and construction phase
services of the shooting range with anticipated improvements to include two shooting
bays with the ability to fire up to 50 yards, an 85 yard rifle range, a granular rubber bullet
trap, covered outdoor bleaches, 1,500 sq. ft. storage and armory structure, block wall for
bullet trap, site grading and drainage design, landscaping and landscaping for fire
protection, noise mitigation, parking lot design, roadway and entrance design and utility
relocation.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution, Contract, Bid Proposal and Bid Specifications.
RESOLUTION NO. _______________
BY THE COUNCIL:
BISTERFELDT, CLEGG, EBERLE,
JORDAN, SHEALY AND THOMSON
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE
ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BOISE CITY, AN AGREEMENT FOR RFP 10-055,
POLICE SHOOTING RANGE PLANNING SERVICES, PUBLIC WORKS
DEPARTMENT, BETWEEN THE CITY OF BOISE CITY AND TRS RANGE
SERVICES; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, Finance and Administration and Public Works Departments staff
recommend award of RFP 10-055, Police Shooting Range Planning Services, Public Works
Department, to the best qualified proposer, TRS Range Services; and,
WHEREAS, during their meeting of
recommendation and awarded Resolution No.
, the City Council followed staff
, RFP 10-055, Police Shooting Range
Planning Services, Public Works Department, to TRS Range Services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF BOISE CITY, IDAHO:
Section 1.
That the contract by and between the City of Boise City and TRS Range
Services, for RFP 10-055, Police Shooting Range Planning Services, Public Works Department,
which is attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, be, and the same is hereby,
approved as to both form and content.
Section 2.
That the Mayor and City Clerk be, and they hereby are, authorized to
respectively execute and attest said contract for and on behalf of the City of Boise City.
Section 3. That this Resolution shall be in full force and effect immediately upon its
adoption and approval.
ADOPTED by the Council of the City of Boise, Idaho, this
day of June, 2010.
APPROVED by the Mayor of the City of Boise, Idaho this
day of June, 2010.
APPROVED:
ATTEST:
David H. Bieter
MAYOR
CITY CLERK
R-172-10
PURCHASING
150 N. CAPITOL BOULEVARD
P.O. BOX 500
BOISE, IDAHO 83701-0500
PHONE (208) 384-3775
FAX (208) 384-3995
ADDENDUM ONE
RFP 10-055
PLANNING SERVICES FOR POLICE SHOOTING RANGE SITE
IMPROVEMENTS
Public Works Department, City of Boise
Date:
December 7, 2009
Total Pages Including this sheet:
1
Message:
This Addendum Number 001 is being issued to notify you of the following
clarifications to our project
RFP 10-055 Planning Services for Police Shooting Range Site
Improvements
Question: If a company is to bid and win this proposal for Planning Services, does that exclude that
same firm from bidding on any construction service contracts for that same Shooting Range Site
Improvements?
If the design firm is excluded from bidding on the construction services for this site are any subcontractors to the selected design firm also precluded from bidding on construction services?
City response: A company who submits a winning proposal for the Police Shooting Range
Planning Services would not be excluded from submitting a bid for the construction services.
NOTICE TO ALL BIDDERS AND PROPOSERS
You are hereby notified of the following clarifications to the above referenced project. This Addendum is hereby as of the
above posted date made a part of the project requirements and contract documents for the referenced project. You are to note
the receipt of, and compliance with this Addendum in the space provided within the bid or proposal. Failure to acknowledge
this Addendum does not relieve you from fulfilling the Addendum requirements.
PURCHASING
150 N. CAPITOL BOULEVARD
P.O. BOX 500
BOISE, IDAHO 83701-0500
PHONE (208) 384-3775
FAX (208) 384-3995
ADDENDUM TWO
RFP 10-055
PLANNING SERVICES FOR POLICE SHOOTING RANGE SITE
IMPROVEMENTS
Public Works Department, City of Boise
Date:
December 10, 2009
Total Pages Including this sheet:
4
This Addendum Number 002 is being issued to notify you of the following
information/clarifications to our project
RFP 10-055 Planning Services for Police Shooting Range Site Improvements
Question: Even though the first phase limits master planning activities, does the city envision all
phases of the design work being negotiated in the overall scope of services for this contract? If so
does the city envision the overall scope of work requiring public facilitations of the expanded facilities
and noise abatement design?
City response: Yes, and part of the overall scope of this project would include noise
abatement design and modifications to the existing clubhouse.
Question: Regarding addendum one, if it is assumed that the provider of the design services bids
upon the construction and is awarded said contract, please answer the following questions:
a. How does the design service provider perform the requested construction
administration services if they are also the contractor if this is not a design-build
format contract?
b. If the design services provider writes a specification, for example, soil samples during
construction, and that same service provided by the same staff under their
construction services, how is that not writing a specification that directly benefits the
writer of that specification which is typically not allowed by state statute?
City response: The City of Boise is not anticipating the design provider also being the
contractor, however if the design provider and contractor were the same, the City of Boise
would employ the services of a different firm and/or utilize city personnel to review plans and
documents and administer construction management to protect the interests of the city.
Pre Bid Attendee list attached. – 3 pages
NOTICE TO ALL BIDDERS AND PROPOSERS
You are hereby notified of the following clarifications to the above referenced project. This Addendum is hereby as of the
above posted date made a part of the project requirements and contract documents for the referenced project. You are to note
the receipt of, and compliance with this Addendum in the space provided within the bid or proposal. Failure to acknowledge
this Addendum does not relieve you from fulfilling the Addendum requirements.
City of Boise
RFP 10-055
Planning Services for Police
Shooting Range Site Improvement
TRS RANGE SERVICES, LLC
228 E. Plaza St Ste 211 B Eagle, Idaho 83616 •
Ms. Carolyn Estes 208-938-2891 • 208-938-2892 fax
www.trsrangeservices.com
Purchasing Specialist
City of Boise Purchasing Office
RFP 10-055
Planning Services for Police Shooting Range Site Improvements
Return with Proposal
References
Proposers must provide at least three (3) current professional references from different
firms/organizations for which this type of service has been provided. References must be able to
verify Service Provider’s experience to comply with the requirements of this proposal. Failure to
provide references with similar scope, successfully performed projects may be grounds for
disqualification.
Doug Spillers
1300 Summit St.
816-512-8200
(Name)
(Address)
(Phone)
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Kansas City, Missouri
64105
(Contact)
(City/State)
(Zip Code)
Scott Holladay
320 S. Kansas Ave.
755-368-2233
(Name)
(Address)
(Phone)
Topeka, Kansas
66603
(Contact)
(City/State)
(Zip Code)
MAJ David Pyper
3489 W. Harvard St.
(Name)
(Address)
208 559-4996
(Phone)
Idaho National Guard
Boise, Idaho
83705
(Contact)
(City/State)
(Zip Code)
Shawnee Co. Sheriff
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Section 2 – Firm Qualifications
Company Name: TRS Range Services, LLC
Location:
Size:
Employees:
3 Year Average Annual Revenue:
DUNS:
CAGE:
TIN:
Eagle, ID
Certified 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business
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$3.5M
192271448
38MF7
20-2540708
Capabilities
TRS Range Services is a certified 8(a) small disadvantaged business that offers a
variety of services for the construction and maintenance of small arms ranges. TRS
provides consulting, design and construction services. Our areas of expertise include:
• Outdoor and Indoor Range Design and Construction.
• Design, construction and installation of bullet containment systems.
• Design and construction of baffle systems and safety walls.
• Range rehabilitation including grading, lead removal and recycling.
• Range Master Planning services including, best management practice
documentation and reporting, sound studies and noise
mitigation designs; range evaluations and land use
planning.
• Litigation support and expert testimony for range
owners.
Company Background
TRS specializes in the design, construction and maintenance
of, indoor and outdoor small arms ranges. Our staff members
have been working together for over 10 years specializing in
the design, construction, bullet containment and lead
management at indoor and outdoor firing ranges.
Owner/operator Kerry O’Neal, patent inventor of the granular
bullet trap and former owner/operator of SuperTrap Bullet
Containment Systems leads the construction division of TRS. Kerry brings over 20
years experience and background in
general contracting, ballistics and range
management. In addition, coowner/operator Noreen Powers has over
20 years experience in the environmental
industry including expertise in lead
abatement issues related to shooting
ranges. TRS also offers experience in
Geographic Information Systems and land
use planning issues as related to shooting
ranges. TRS has performed evaluations for
existing and proposed ranges to define any
hazards or potential conflicts. TRS also
assists in planning and permitting of ranges
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at the state and county level, as well as litigation support and expert testimony for
ranges in land use conflict areas.
TRS has a broad range of experience and expertise and a proven track record of
innovation and adaptability that allows us to provide the leading firearms training
facilities available.
Project Team
The project Team will consist of TRS Range Services as the lead consultant with Tait &
Associates (TAIT) providing Architectural and Engineering Design services. TRS and
TAIT have teamed together on firing range projects that include range renovations for
the Federal Bureau of Investigation El Toro Facility as well as the FBI Anchorage Alaska
Range Renovation and New Classroom facility.
TAIT started in 1964 as a civil
engineering firm. TAIT has
provided architecture and planning
services locally since September of
2001. TAIT has completed dozens
of projects in and around Boise for
various corporate clients.
Land Surveying will be provided by
Fox Land Surveyors. Fox has over
12 years of experience in Idaho
and the Treasure Valley.
Geotechnical services will be provided by Bob Arnold, P.E. Bob has more than 30 years
experience in geotechnical investigations and materials testing in the Treasure Valley.
Bob worked with TRS Range Services as the Geotechnical Engineer for the Idaho
National Guard Live Fire Shoot House project.
All sub-contracts will be handled through TRS Range Services as a Time and Materials
contract with a Not-To-Exceed maximum
contract value.
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Section 3 – Individual Qualifications
TRS will provide qualified local professionals to complete the design of this project. The
following chart illustrates how the group will be organized. Resumes of key staff are also
provided in this section.
Key Personnel
Kerry O’Neal
Noreen Powers
Brandt Elwell
Brian Liquin
Tim Fox
Bob Arnold
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Company
TRS Range Services
TRS Range Services
TRS Range Services
Tait and Assoc.
Fox Land Surveyors
Bob Arnold
Project Role
Project Manager
Account Manager
Asst. Project Manager
Architect & Eng. Lead
Land Surveyor
Geotechnical
Engineering
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Location
Eagle, ID
Charleston, SC
Eagle, ID
Boise, ID
Boise, ID
Boise, ID
Kerry O’Neal, Project Manager
Project Role
Mr. O’Neal will be the project lead for this contract. He will be the primary design and construction consultant.
Experience
Over 25 years experience in the construction industry in which he has designed more than 100 municipality
shooting range facilities. As a General Contractor, Mr. O’Neal has been involved with costing, managing, and
construction of both residential and commercial properties. Interests in the gun and firing range industries stems
from continued interests in hunting and outdoors. As a representative for the National Rifle Association, Mr.
O’Neal was tasked to understand lead issues and results on ranges being closed down. During that study, Mr.
O’Neal developed a greater understanding of the environmental aspects of the firing range industry, including
lead recycling and range remediation. Mr. O’Neal then developed a patent for a bullet containment system to
minimize the impacts of lead as well as provide a safe shooting environment.
TRS Range
Services
Eagle, Idaho
Current
Tait & Associates,
Inc.
Santa Ana, Ca
2002-2005
Tetra Tech EM Inc.
San Diego, Ca
2000-2002
Supertrap Bullet
Containment
Systems, Inc.
San Diego, Ca
1994-2000
National Rifle
Association
Fairfax, Virginia
1991-1994
Owner –Operator Range Services Program Director
Projects include:
o Indoor and outdoor firing range design and construction
o Lead management planning
o Acoustical sound studies
o Consulting services on all aspects of firing range management
Range Services Program Director Projects include:
o Indoor and outdoor firing range design and construction
o Lead management planning
o Acoustical sound studies
o Consulting services on all aspects of firing range management
Range Services Program Director
• Program Director of a new service division. Program grew to $1 million in revenues
in less than one year.
• Program included design and construction of new indoor and outdoor firing ranges,
consulting services to law enforcement agencies, sound studies, lead testing and
planning.
Patent Designer and Working President
• Owner and Company Founder
• Designed and developed patented firing range bullet containment system.
• Responsible for client development, design, construction and management of company.
• Constructed over 100 municipal and private firing ranges.
Field Representative
• Assigned to determine reason for lead exposure at firing ranges
• Studied indoor and outdoor ranges
• Study findings mandated a new approach to firing range design
Ballistics Expert and Product Development Manager
Provided warranty service for Weatherby firearms
• Responsible for design and testing of new firearm products
Weatherby Firearms •
Southgate, Ca
1986-1991
California
Department of Fish
and Game Wildlife
California Department of Fish and Game Firearms Instructor
• Provided firearms training for Fish and Game Department region V and VI
Southern Ca. Region V
and VI
1984-1999
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San Bernardino
Sheriff’s
Department
Sheriff’s Training Candidate
• Received formal Sheriff Training
San Bernardino, Ca
1984
Sierra Coast
Development, Inc.
General Contractor/Owner
• Construction of commercial and residential properties
California
1978
Project Experience
Mr. O’Neal has over 20 years of experience working in ballistics, firearms
and shooting ranges. He has an extensive background in general
contracting, with an emphasis on shooting range construction, site
assessment, regulatory compliance, ballistics, and range management.
His contracting background has allowed him to become proficient in
working with structural concrete, framing, excavation, and surveying. Mr.
O’Neal’s work history included product development and warranty services
for Weatherby firearms, operating as a field representative for the National
Rifle Association (NRA), and Vice President of operations for Prado
Olympic Shooting Park. He is most recently known for being the founder
and patent designer of Super Trap Bullet Containment Systems.
During this time, Mr. O’Neal’s daily duties consisted of scheduling, financial
management, product development, consulting, ballistic testing, site
assessment for lead contaminated soil, and cleanup and lead abatement.
In his career, he has designed and built shooting ranges for over 90
municipalities. A partial listing of clients include:
Federal Bureau of Investigation (10 range
locations)
Idaho Army National Guard
Idaho Fish and Game
Twin Falls PD, Idaho
Ada County Sheriff, Idaho
California Highway Patrol
Beverly Hills PD
Long Beach Police Department
Orange County Sheriffs
Sacramento Sheriffs
Philadelphia Police Department
Fullerton Police Department
Santa Ana Police Department
Seattle Police Department
Bellevue Police Department
Austin Police Department
Santa Rosa Sheriff’s
McAllen Police Department
San Diego Police Department
Ventura County Police Department
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Baldwin Park PD
Barrett Firearms
California Department of
Corrections
Cary Police Department
Clark County Sheriffs
Columbus Ohio Police
Department
Burbank Police Department
Parma Police Department
Taurus International
Westerville Police Department
Tomball Police Department
US. Marine Corps
Winchester Ammo
Knox County Sheriff
Euclid Police Department
El-Segundo Police Department
Noreen Powers, PG, Account Manager
Project Role
Ms. Powers is proposed as the Account Manager for this project. Her duties will include oversight of the
project, contracting and billing.
Experience
Over 18 years experience in the environmental consulting industry with a concentration in the last 8
years on lead management, environmental issues and construction of new firing ranges. Ms Powers
started in the environmental industry as a soil scientist performing sampling and site investigations. Ms.
Powers has been Project Manager of environmental investigations from Phase I through remediation.
As the office manager of a $2 million revenue operation, she provided personnel management and
training, business development and technical evaluations. Her experience includes soil and
groundwater investigations and remediation as well as property assessments for property transfers as
well as with cost estimating, financial budgeting, marketing, project and personnel management. In her
work with law enforcement agencies and firing ranges, she has been involved with completion of lead
monitoring, Best Management Plans, design and planning, construction planning and financial
management of projects.
TRS Range Service
South Carolina
2005 -Current
Tait & Associates,
Inc.
Santa Ana, Ca
2002-2005
Tetra Tech EM Inc.
Louisville, KY
Aiken, SC
1997-2002
ERD Waste Corp.
Louisville, KY
1991-1997
Roy F. Weston
West Chester, PA
1986-1991
Owner- Senior Program Manager
Responsible for management of company, client development, project management and
scheduling for projects under TRS Range Services
Range Services Project Manager
• Project Manager of Range Services Division of Tait & Associates, Inc., a
construction, engineering, architecture and environmental firm.
• Projects include:
o Indoor and outdoor firing range design and construction.
o Lead management planning.
o Acoustical sound studies.
o Consulting services on all aspects of firing range management.
Office Manager, Senior Scientist
• Office Manger of a 15-person operation responsible with budgeting, market
development and technical resources.
• Conducted sampling programs, site investigations, remediation and technical
reviews.
• Developed a new market area in Range Services.
• Range Services Program included design and construction of new indoor and
outdoor firing ranges, environmental consulting services to law enforcement
agencies, sound studies, lead testing and planning.
Office Manger, Senior Scientist
• Office Manger of up to 30-person operation, responsible for day-to-day operations,
including market development, budgeting, staffing and technical reviews.
• Conducted sampling programs, site investigations, remediation and technical reviews.
Environmental Scientist
• Performed field soil and groundwater sampling
• Installation of monitoring wells
• Report writing
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Education/
Certifications
Range Experience
BS, Agronomy, Delaware Valley College of Science and Agriculture 1986
OSHA Trained
Certified Professional Soil Scientist
Professional Geologist, KY
National Rifle Association Range Management Course
First Aid/ CPR Trained
QuickBooks
Autocad
Idaho Army National Guard, Boise ID
Ms. Powers assisted in the pre-planning Charrette meetings for a proposed Live
Fire Shoot House to be constructed in 2009. The project included meeting with
project planners, end-users and facility staff to include necessary design
components.
Shawnee County Sheriff’s Office, Shawnee County, KS
Ms. Powers worked with the Sheriff’s office on safety evaluation of an existing firing
range and evaluation of a new facility location. The project included presentation
at County planning meetings.
Ada County Sheriff’s Department, Ada County, ID
Ms. Powers worked with the Sheriff Department on the development of a sound
study for a new training center.
Federal Bureau of Investigation, Various Locations
Ms. Powers has worked with the Federal Bureau of Investigation at several
locations around the United States to include project planning, consulting and
development of project scope and budgeting. Projects have included design of
new facilities as well as modification and upgrades of existing facilities.
Lexington Police Department, Lexington, KY
Ms. Powers was Project Manager and on-site Field Manager for reclamation of 150
feet of backstop at the department outdoor firing range. Soil from the backstop
was screened to remove lead fragments that were recycled on behalf of the
department.
US Border Patrol Academy, Charleston, SC
Ms. Powers was Project Manager and on-site Field Manager for reclamation of
Ranges 3 and 4 at the training academy for new Border Patrol Cadets. The two
ranges (60-lanes) were modified from an earthen berm to a granular rubber bullet
trap. Prior to modification, lead from the berm was recovered and remaining lead
stabilized on site.
Picatinny Arsenal, Rockaway, NJ
Ms. Powers was Project Manager on the design of a new indoor firing range at
Picatinny Arsenal in New Jersey. The indoor firing range is designed for testing
purposes and allows for changes in backstop media and angles of the backstop.
Tait & Associates, Inc. was a subcontractor to Tetra Tech EM, Inc.
Minot Air Force Base, Minot, ND
Ms. Powers is currently working with the Project Management team on the
installation of baffling and safety walls at an outdoor firing range in Minot, ND. Tait
& Associates, Inc. is under contract to Joanne Johnson Contracting, LLC.
Private Indoor Firing Range, Ca
Ms. Powers worked with the construction crews on the installation of an indoor
firing range at a private residence in Ca. The indoor range is fully baffled with
safety walls and ceilings and granular rubber bullet containment.
Private Outdoor Firing Range, Zaca Ranch, Santa Barbara, Ca
Ms. Powers worked with construction of the outdoor 10-lane firing range. The
range was constructed with granular rubber bullet containment; included varying
colored stone as distance markers and a covered shooting area.
Piedmont Handgunners Association, North Carolina
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The PHA Gun Club was reconstructed to correct drainage problems at minimizing
use at 5 of 6 shooting bays. Drainage was redirected to a HEPA filtration system
allowing full use of the facility.
Police Department Firing Range, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Ms. Powers acted as Project Manager on the construction of the Philadelphia
Police Department Training Unit Firing Ranges. Ms. Powers’ responsibilities
included scheduling and coordinating of supplies with field supervisors, review of
contracts and subcontract agreements, financial tracking and budgeting.
Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office, Santa Rosa, Florida
Ms. Powers provided support to the Sheriff’s Office during Public Meeting securing
funding for modifications to an existing firing range. Ms. Powers attended a
Commissioner’s meeting and provided response to questions regarding
environmental status and lead issues at the range. Funding for the project was
secured and Tetra Tech provided oversight and support during the construction
phase of the range. Ms. Powers developed a Best Management Practice Plan for
the management of lead issues at the range. The plan included site inspections,
soil and water evaluation, and lead recycling components.
City of McAllen Police Department, City of McAllen, Texas
Ms. Powers provided support for the financial and project management for the
construction of an outdoor firing range in McAllen Texas. Ms. Powers’
responsibilities included scheduling and coordinating of supplies with field
supervisors, review of contracts and subcontract agreements, financial tracking
and budgeting. The project included installation of a new granulated rubber media,
overhead baffling and a ballistic wall at the backstop.
US Border Patrol Academy, Charleston, South Carolina
Ms. Powers provided project management and technical review for the timely
completion of Toxic Release Inventory Reporting for lead at the US Border Patrol
Academy outdoor firing ranges.
San Diego Police Department, San Diego California
Ms. Powers assisted in the preparation and review of an evaluation report of the
San Diego Police Department Home Avenue Range. The evaluation included a
review of existing conditions and proposed alternatives for modification to the
ranges. The focus of the evaluation was operation of the range relative to
management of lead issues. A Best Management Practice Plan was also prepared
for the location.
US COE, Fort Worth District, Indoor Firing Range Evaluations
Ms. Powers assisted in the evaluation of two indoor firing range evaluations related to
sound issues and HVAC operation. The two indoor ranges were shut down due to
excessive noise and inadequate air ventilation. A report with recommendations and
cost estimates was developed for review and implementation by the COE.
County of Ventura Sheriff’s Firearms Range, Camarillo, California
Ms. Powers provided support during the modification of three outdoor firing ranges for
the Ventura Sheriff’s Department. The project included the construction of three
granulated rubber backstops. Ms. Powers performed an testing and evaluation of
airborne lead during the construction phase of the project.
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Brandt Elwell, Assistant Project Manager
Project Role
Assist Project manager with the day to day operations of this project, interface with client and provide
direction and review for sub-consultants.
Experience
More than three years of project experience designing and permitting firearms training facilities and over 10
years experience in environmental consulting
.
Mr. Elwell assists in project management during the planning, design and construction phases of range
design. His duties primarily include the management of sub-consultants and communication with the client
on project progress. In addition, Mr. Elwell develops initial site designs using AutoCAD, performs site
evaluations on existing and proposed ranges, write site best management practice documents, assists in
construction activities by scheduling and working with suppliers on material delivery and develops site
health and safety plans. Mr. Elwell performs many roles in the design and construction phases of ranges
and has a good general understanding of the entire process.
TRS Range Service
Eagle, ID
2007 -Current
URS Corporation
Boise, ID
2003-2007
Washington Group
International
Boise, ID
2000-2003
Project Manager
Responsible for assisting with various aspects of project management on various project
throughout the country. Performs site evaluations and create conceptual site designs.
Senior GIS Analyst
• Lead GIS Analyst on all Environmental projects.
• Projects include:
o Phase 1 Environmental Site assessment.
o Site characterization.
o Mapping and analysis of environmental sites.
o Consulting services on all aspects of GIS management.
Senior GIS Analyst
• Managed the GIS Department for Washington Group Int.
• Provided analysis and mapping for site characterization of Superfund and other
contaminated sites.
• Internal marketing of GIS services to construction managers
Education/
Certifications
Range Experience
BS, Physical Geography and Mapping 1992
MS, Forestry 1996
OSHA Trained
First Aid/ CPR Trained
Autocad
Idaho Army National Guard, Ada County, Idaho – Performed initial design of a Live
Fire Shoot House complex for the Idaho National Guard. Duties included initial site
design and coordination of engineering sub-consultants, scheduling and construction
materials coordination. Provided regular meetings with the client on design and
construction issues.
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Shawnee County Sheriff’s Department, Topeka, Kansas. – Performed site
evaluation of existing range and recommended necessary safety improvements.
Developed site plan and cost estimate for new firing range site. Mr. Elwell worked
with Sheriff’s Office on permitting the new site by providing design and environmental
compliance documentation.
Ada County Sheriff’s Department, Ada County, Idaho – Site development and
permitting support for a proposed Ada County Firearms training facility. Developed
initial site design drawings, coordinated sub-consultants for required hillside
development plan and provided visual aids for all public meetings.
Virginia State Police, Richmond, Virginia – Developed preliminary site design and
drawings for a proposed State Law Enforcement Training Facility. Coordinated with
architectural and Engineering sub-consultants to develop the final stamped bid
package
Boise Police Department, Boise, Idaho – Performed site evaluation of existing
firing range. This included the development of a proposed improvement plan and cost
estimate for improvements.
Meridian Police Department, Meridian, Idaho – Developed preliminary design for
proposed indoor firing range with estimates of costs for construction of facility.
Federal Bureau of Investigation, Chicago, Illinois – Provided range design and
coordination for design of improvements to an existing FBI firearms training facility.
Federal Bureau of Investigation, Anchorage, AK – Provided initial site design and
coordination of engineering sub-consultants to complete design. Provided oversight
on geotechnical and survey for the site.
Federal Bureau of Investigation, Jackson, MS – Provided building design and
drawings for construction.
Inland Fish and Game, Riverside, CA – Mr. Elwell performed a detailed analysis of
lead contamination from existing trap and skeet ranges at this site.
Hampton Police Department, Hampton, VA – Provided design drawings and
coordination of survey crews for this site
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Bob J. Arnold, PE – Geotechnical Consultant
Project Role
Mr. Arnold will oversee all geotechnical investigations and materials testing to be
performed at the site.
Experience
• Mr. Arnold has 30 years of experience providing geotechnical engineering,
environmental consulting, construction materials testing, and special inspection
services in the Treasure Valley. A graduate of the University of Idaho with a
Bachelors of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Mr. Arnold is a licensed Civil
Engineer in the states of Idaho and Washington. Mr. Arnold has specialized in
Geotechnical & Construction Materials Engineering and Environmental
Consulting throughout his career. Mr. Arnold performs all phase of a geotechnical
evaluation including logging test pits or borings, sampling soils, laboratory soil
testing, design calculations and report author.
•
Firing Range Experience
Provided Geotechnical Engineer and construction observation inspection for the
Live Fire Shoot House at Gowen Field, Idaho.
•
Geotechnical Engineering
Services have been provided for many local buildings including the Spectrum
Theater Complex, Micron Electronic Nampa Campus, numerous buildings for
Micron Technologies, numerous local shopping centers including Meridian
Family Center at Eagle Road and Fairview, Boise Family Center on Federal Way,
Milwaukee Market Place, Franklin Plaza. Geotechnical services have also been
provided for local industry including projects at Amalgamated Sugar and Simplot,
local school districts including Boise, Nampa, Caldwell and Meridian. Retail
facilities include Albertson stores, Costco, Toys R Us, and Family Dollar Stores.
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Materials Engineer or Failure Investigations
Foundation settlement evaluations for homes and businesses, swimming pool
failures, slope stability failures, water in crawlspaces & basements, concrete
sidewalk failure analysis, pavement failure analysis. Mr. Arnold has provided
expert witness testimony and attorney consultation services.
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Jurisdictional References
Ken Summers – 208-287-7900 – Ada County Building Official
Jimmy Brown - 208-468-5443 – Nampa City Building Inspector Supervisor
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1515 S. Shoshone St., Boise, ID
83705
Office (208)342-7957 Fax (208)342-7437
Resume of Timothy J. Fox, ID PLS 7612
Timothy J. Fox - Senior Survey Manager/Principal
Idaho Professional Land Surveyor (1994) PLS 7612
California Professional License (1987) PLS 5779
Tim has been working in the Land Surveying field since 1981. He has a Bachelor of
Science Degree in Surveying and Photogrammetry and an Associate Degree in Forest and
Park Technology. Tim oversees or reviews all projects coming through FLSI's office. He
has served as the president of the board of the local chapter and at the state level of the
Idaho Society of Professional Land Surveyors.
Tim has worked as a project manager on more than six-hundred projects since he opened the doors of FLSI. For three years prior to
starting FLSI, he was the Regional Survey Manager for J-U-B Engineers in Nampa and Boise.
Survey Project Management:
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Garden City Greenbelt Pathway R-o-W and Topographic Surveys: Veterans Parkway to 52nd
Street.
Boise City Greenbelt Pathway R-o-W and Topographic Surveys: Capitol Blvd. to Broadway
Ave.
Moore-Baskins and Ella – Accident Forensic Surveys – Powerline and McDermott Roads
ACHD Franklin Elementary Neighborhood Sidewalk Improvements
Nampa High and Elementary Schools. Topographic and Boundary Surveys
Ada County Assessors Office Boundary Control Surveys.
ACHD – Intersection Widening Project – Black Cat and Amity Roads
ACHD – Intersection Improvement Project – Plano and Hill Roads
ACHD – Pepperwood Estates Pond Volume
URS – Meadow Creek re-alignment. Stibnite, Idaho
City of Nampa - Signal Light Design: Right-of-Way, Boundary and Topographic Surveys of
Thirteen Intersections
Unimin – Pile Volumes and Aerial Survey Control at the Unimin Plant, Emmett, Idaho.
City of Nampa – Street Improvement Design – Blaine and Cassia Streets
Vista Ridge, Creekside, Foothill, Celestial Village, Lakeland Village, Kingsbridge, Boise River
Ranch, Pandion Meadows, Reflection Ridge and many other Subdivisions.
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BRIAN L. LIQUIN
Director
TAIT Idaho Office
Project Role: Mr. Liquin will be the lead in managing all architectural and engineering aspects of
this project.
Education
Bachelor of Science – Civil Engineering
University of Idaho, 1996
Experience Summary
Mr. Liquin has 14 years of experience in project management and property development in the retail and
commercial industries. His experience includes managing the development of dozens of retail food stores,
drug stores, and fuel centers throughout the U.S. He has also managed the design and construction for a
variety of remodel and retrofit projects, and he spent several years working on soil and groundwater
remediation projects at various mines, fueling facilities, and industrial sites. As the Regional Director of
TAIT’s Boise office, Mr. Liquin has been the primary contact with clients such as TRS Range Services,
SuperValu, Albertsons LLC, WinCo Foods, and numerous local general contractors.
Key Project Experience
Project Manager – Classroom & Firing Range Facility, Anchorage, AK, 10/2009 - Present
Mr. Liquin was the architectural project manager for this new FBI training range located at the Anchorage
International Airport in Alaska. TAIT provided assistance to TRS Range Services on this project,
preparing the architectural design package and helping coordinate the efforts of the various other design
consultants. The project, still in progress, includes a 2,745 s.f. classroom building, ten 25-yd firing lanes,
ten 100-yd firing lanes, two granular rubber bullet trap berms, and an observation tower.
Project Oversight – Corporate Office Remodel Expansion, Boise, ID, 12/2007 - 04/2008
TAIT was engaged to design the remodel and expansion of WinCo Food’s Corporate
Office. Preliminary site planning, local agency entitlements, space planning based on the
Owner’s very specific programming preferences, and production of construction plans
and specifications were all key components of this project. The Owner more than
doubled the size of their existing building, adding approximately 35,000 s.f. of new office
space. Mr. Liquin was the primary liaison with this client, coordinating with TAIT’s
design team and the various subconsultant disciplines.
Project Oversight/Project Manager – SuperValu/Albertsons Projects, 03/2000 - Present
Mr. Liquin has managed the development dozens of new A-Express fuel stations, new Sav-on drug stores,
and both new and remodeled Albertsons and ACME food stores over the past decade. As a Project
Manager, he has been involved with every aspect of retail development, from preliminary research to
design and construction, managing the special needs of each of the various Owner representatives while
providing careful attention to schedule and budget. Mr. Liquin continues to manage this account for TAIT.
Project Oversight/Project Manager – WinCo Foods Projects, 01/2007 - Present
Nearly 100 site plans, exterior renderings, and small-scale service department remodels throughout the
West have been channeled through TAIT over the past 3 years. Mr. Liquin has managed this account and
the majority of these small projects. Working primarily with the Owner’s Real Estate and Maintenance
representatives, he continues to provide the highest level of customer service, making each contact feel that
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their projects are priority #1. Meetings with the Owner, management of in-house production staff, and
coordination with various civil, structural, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical subconsultants are key
components of Mr. Liquin’s on-going work for this client.
Project Manager – Design-Build Acquisition Remodel, Fort Worth, TX, 08/2009-12/2009
Mr. Liquin managed this fast-track design build project for Central Builders, a Texas-based general
contractor. Among the many challenges of this project were: conducting confidential research and
planning prior to the new owner taking possesion of the 33,000 s.f. building; coordinating directly with a
team of design subconsultants who were contracted directly with the client; collapsing the design phase to
inside of just two weeks; and working closely with a 3rd-party expediter to secure full building permits in
only 7 days
Licenses/Certifications
Engineer-in-Training
State of Idaho, 1996
Affiliations
International Council of Shopping Centers, Member
American Society of Civil Engineers, Past Member
Idaho Society of Professional Engineers, Past Member
Boise Metro Chamber of Commerce
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James H. Falk, P.E.
Project Manager
Project Role – Lead Engineer for Electrical and Mechanical Engineering
Education Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
California State University at Long Beach
Registrations
Professional Engineer: Idaho, California, Colorado, Nevada, Oregon, Utah,
Washington
Background
Prior to joining DC Engineering, Mr. Falk worked with Apex Consulting
Engineers for 6 years. He brings more than seventeen years of experience in
lead design and project management with various significant projects. He has
experience with both Government and Commercial Housing, Industrial projects,
Power Generation and Distribution for Industrial Facilities, High Tech Facilities,
and Office Building Campuses. His experience involves design, programming,
and commissioning.
Highlighted Project
Experience
Live-Fire Shoothouse at Orchard Training Area
Gowen Field, Boise, ID
Three buildings: the Shoothouse, the Ammo Breakdown Building, and the
AAR/Operations/Storage Building. Design included the mechanical,
HVAC, plumbing, electrical power, lighting, communications, security, and
CCTV.
Micron Technology
Boise,
ID
Building 26, 24(Fab4), 35, 17 HVAC and process control systems, SCADA
systems, building access control security monitoring, emergency egress systems,
gas monitoring systems, water pumping stations, ground water injection plant,
and waste water treatment facilities.
Edwards Air force Base
California
Electrical Site and Building Design Engineer for the 54 Unit
Housing Project including site electrical distribution, electrical,
and housing design.
Vance Air force Base
Oklahoma
Electrical Site and Building Design Engineer for the 100 Unit
Housing and Community Center Project including site
electrical distribution electrical and housing design.
Career History
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DC Engineering, PC
8/05 to Present
Meridian, ID
Apex Consulting Engineering
9/99 to 8/05
Boise, ID
Ackerman Engineers
6/98 to 9/99
Boise, ID
Maida Engineers
5/97 to 6/98
Boise, ID
Johnson Controls
8/93 to 5/97
Bangor, WA
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Zach M. Kirk, P.E., Civil Engineer
Project Manager
Project Role: Mr. Kirk will complete all civil engineering for the project
Experience:
Zach is a professional engineer with over nine years of experience in engineering
encompassing all aspects of land development, storm water management, and other related
utilities projects. He is a talented designer with experience in the planning, design, and
construction oversight of public and private facilities, including all aspects of institutional
projects. He has provided engineering and project management services from project
inception thru final construction. Zach has developed and maintained a strong working
relationship with many agencies.
Zach’s responsibilities include project management and coordination between clients,
contractors, state & federal government agencies in order to maintain project schedules. Zach
is a valuable team member who’s contributions have lead to the successful completion of a
wide range of land development, commercial, and institutional projects throughout the
Treasure Valley.
Summary of Experience
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Storm Water Management Calculations, and Reports
Storm Water Management System Design and Construction Documents
K-8 School Site Feasibility Analysis
K-12 School Site Grading and Drainage Design
K-12 School Utilities Design
Residential and Commercial Subdivision Preliminary & Final Plats
Residential and Commercial Subdivision Construction Documents
Roadway Plan and Profile Design
Domestic Water System Design and Construction Documents
Pressurized Irrigation System Design and Construction Documents
Pressurized Irrigation Pump Station Design and Construction Documents
Gravity Irrigation System Design and Construction Documents
Sanitary Sewer System Design and Construction Documents
Sanitary Sewer Lift Station Design and Construction Documents
Project Management and Coordination between clients, contractors, local, state, and federal
government agencies
Vertical and Lateral Analysis for One and Two Story Structures
Timber Beam and Column Design
Retaining Wall Design
Selected Project Experience
Whitney Fire Station #17
Boise, Idaho
Role: Project Manager, designing, managing & coordinating site design and utility issues
Local Highway Technical Assistance Council (LHTAC) Office Building Boise, Idaho
Role: Project Manager, designing, managing & coordinating site design and utility issues
Canyon Springs High School Improvements
Caldwell, Idaho
Role: Project Manager, designing, managing & coordinating site design and utility issues
Vallivue High School Cafeteria Expansion
Wilder Elementary School
Vallivue School District Office Addition
Vallivue Academy Alternative High School
Willow Creek Elementary School
North Star Charter (K-12) School
*Nampa High School Improvements
*South Middle School Site Improvements
*May Roberts Elementary School Improvements
*Foundations Academy School
*Gramercy Challenger K-8 Private School
Faith Landing Commercial –Phase One
Meridian Family Eye Care
*Simplot Mechanical Building
*Faith Landing Subdivision
*The Orchards at Cloverdale
*Carrington Place Subdivision
*Foothill Crossing Subdivision
*Mourning Dove Roadway Design
*Casteel Condominium Development
*Hightower Subdivision
*Shadow Ridge Subdivision
*Granite Falls Subdivision
*Alamar Ranch Bridge Design
* Projects designed during previous employments.
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Wilder, Idaho
Caldwell, Idaho
Caldwell, Idaho
Meridian, Idaho
Eagle, Idaho
Nampa, Idaho
Nampa, Idaho
Ontario, Oregon
Meridian, Idaho
Meridian, Idaho
Caldwell, Idaho
Meridian, Idaho
Boise, Idaho
Caldwell, Idaho
Boise, Idaho
Nampa, Idaho
Star, Idaho
Boise, Idaho
Boise, Idaho
Meridian, Idaho
Emmett, Idaho
McCall, Idaho
Boise County, Idaho
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Education
Bachelor of Science,
Civil Engineering
University of Idaho, 2000
Professional Licensure
State of Idaho #13539
State of Washington #44697
State of Wyoming #PE12259
Boise City
Licensed Erosion & Sediment Control
Plan Designer #CON-00507
Professional Affiliations
National Council of Examiners for
Engineering and Surveying Record
# 35941
American Society of Civil Engineers
Member
Employment Experience
2008 to Present
Breckon Land Design, Inc.
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181 East 50 Street
Garden City, Idaho 83714
2006 to 2008
Alpha Omega Engineering
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181 East 50 Street
Garden City, Idaho 83714
2003-2006
The Land Group, Inc.
462 East Shore Dr., Suite 100
Eagle, Idaho 83616
2002 to 2003
Treasure Valley Engineers, Inc.
1204 6th Street North
Nampa, Idaho 83687
2000 to 2002
JSL Engineering, Inc.
P.O. Box 516
Moses Lake, Washington 98837
BRIAN J. SIELAFF, P.E. – STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING
Project Role: Structural Engineering for any buildings designed for the site
Experience:
Mr. Sielaff started TAMARACK GROVE ENGINEERING, PLLC in May of 2007. He brought
twelve years of prior experience in the structural engineering field to TGE. He specializes in
building design, design development, project management and construction administration. He
currently oversees all work, production and client relationships.
Areas of his experience include building design of steel structures, concrete design, heavy timber
and log home construction design, reinforced masonry design, light gauge metal framing design
and in lateral element design.
Mr. Sielaff works with clients, owners, architects, building officials and general contractors on a
daily basis. He is married to his wife, Bonnie and together they share in their joy of raising their
four children, Hayden, Landon, Dawson and Ella.
EDUCATION:
Master of Science – Civil Engineering, 2000, University of Idaho, Moscow,
Idaho
Bachelor of Science – Civil Engineering, 1996, University of Idaho, Moscow,
Idaho
REGISTRATION:
Registered Professional Civil Engineer: Idaho, Texas, Montana, Wyoming, New
Jersey, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Delaware, New Mexico, Washington, Oregon,
Virginia, Colorado, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, North Carolina, Missouri, Alaska,
Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Iowa and Other States Pending
National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES)
AFFILIATIONS:
Member, Idaho Association of Building Officials (IDABO)
Member, International Code Council (ICC)
Member, Structural Engineers Association of Idaho (SEAI)
Board of Directors, South Boise Little League, Boise, ID
Past Board of Directors Member, Boise Christian School, Boise, ID
Past Member, National & Idaho Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE &
ISPE)
PERSONAL WORK City of Boise New Passenger Air Terminal, Boise, ID *
EXPERIENCE:
FBI Firearms Training Facility, Anchorage International Airport, Anchorage,
AK (EOR)
Idaho State Capitol Renovation/Preservation, Boise, ID *
Idaho ANG Multi-Purpose Range Center of Excellence Facility, Orchard, ID
(EOR)
Boise State University Engineering Complex, Boise, ID *
Idaho Air National Guard C-130 Composite Air Hangar, Boise, ID *
Idaho Department of Law Enforcement Training Facilities, Meridian, ID *
St. Jerome’s & Corpus Christi Catholic Church, Jerome, ID & Fruitland, ID
(EOR) *
Rob Green Nissan Car Dealership, Twin Falls, ID (EOR) *
WINCO Foods Headquarter Expansion, Boise, ID (EOR)
Albertsons, a Supervalu Company, New Stores & Remodels, Various Locations
(EOR)
Pearl Self Storage, Five-Story 98,560 SF Facility, Portland, OR (EOR)
Daffodil Self Storage, Four-Story 108,350 SF Facility, Tacoma, WA (EOR)
Idaho Department of Fish & Game Concrete Pre-Cast Restrooms, Various Locations
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(EOR)
Farragut ID State Park Restroom Facility Upgrades, CDA, ID (EOR)
Poison Creek ID State Park Site/Restroom Upgrades, Cascade, ID (EOR)
Stoneridge Square 115,000 SF Retail Complex, Bozeman, MT (EOR) *
Jerome Middle and Elementary Schools, Jerome, ID (EOR) *
Three Island Crossing ID State Park Restroom Facility Upgrades, Glenn’s Ferry, ID
(EOR)
Cobblestone Two-Story Office Building, Eagle, ID (EOR) *
* Denotes work done while at a previous engineering firm
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Section 4 - References
Idaho Army National Guard
Design–Build Live Fire Shoot House
Boise, ID
Project Owner:
Point of Contact:
Year Completed:
Idaho Army National Guard
MAJ David Pyper
208 559-4996
Ongoing
TRS Range Services has been contracted by the Idaho Army National Guard to
design a Live Fire Shoot House and support buildings at the Orchard Training Area,
Idaho. TRS initially completed the design charrette documentation of the project
work in 2006. Design and construction began in Summer 2009 and is scheduled for
completion in early 2010. The training facility includes the following structures:
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1700 square foot live fire shoot house
After Action Review (AAR)Building
Operation Storage Building
Ammunition Breakdown Building
Range Planning
TRS completed an initial design charette in 2006. This
includes an initial design of the structure, survey and
geotechnical investigation, range safety analysis and
determination of the Surface Danger Zone. All planning
efforts were conducted in conjunction with the National
Guard to insure compliance with internal regulations.
Live Fire Shoot House Design and Construction
The LFSH is being design as a fully contained 360 shoot house with ballistic canopy
to meet surface danger zone requirements. A cat walk is included for observation as
well as cameras, lighting and communications from the LFSH to the After Action
Review Building. The LFSH is being designed with fully ballistic walls and flooring for
maximum
training
capabilities.
A drainage
system and fully washable
flooring system is included
to allow wash downs and
cleaning.
The
LFSH
is
considered
open
air;
however, surface danger
zone requirements include
the addition of a fully
ballistic canopy and roofing
structure.
TRS
has
identified a design that will
prevent
rounds
from
penetrating while reducing
the weight of the cover. The
TRS design for Live Fire
Shoot Houses is under review by the U.S. Army as a standard for design across Army
facilities.
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The support buildings are being designed according to US COE specifications to
include a fully functional classroom with audio-visual equipment for live action review
of training exercises and an ammunition breakdown building. Feeds from overhead
cameras within the LFSH are transmitted to a video editing area within the AAR
where review films are created. Participants then sit in the classroom area to review
the completed exercise. The ammunition breakdown area serves as a storage facility
for the distribution of ammunition on-site. The area is fully fenced and the site meets
U.S. Army requirements for Force
Protection/Anti-Terrorism.
Project
and
Schedule
Management
As the prime contractor for this
project, TRS is responsible for the
management of all aspects of design
and construction. TRS managed a
team of design professionals to
complete a site survey, geotechnical
investigation and site design. Our
schedule for design included 35%,
65% and 95% design reviews before
the final design was approved.
Ventilation issues for enclosed firing
ranges have become a high priority factor for range design in the Army. TRS was
able to recommend a ventilation design that would be effective for both cost and
health and safety issues.
TRS has effectively managed construction costs, schedule and worker safety on a
compressed schedule for IDARNG. The construction of the LFSH complex had to be
scheduled between training activities in the summer months. This required TRS to
construct the facility during more difficult winter months. TRS has successfully
constructed the required buildings without any major setbacks and is on track to
complete the project by February of 2010.
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Shawnee County Sheriff Site
Investigation
Topeka, KS
Project Owner:
Point of Contact:
Year Completed:
Shawnee County Sheriff’s Department
Under-Sheriff Scott Holladay
(785) 368-2200
2008
TRS Range Services was contracted by the Shawnee Sheriff’s Office to conduct a
comprehensive site investigation and evaluation of their small arms firing range.
During a conditional permitting process for expansion of the Sheriff’s Office training
area, surrounding property owners expressed concerns on the safety of the range;
there were claims that rounds were leaving the site.
TRS performed a complete site safety investigation and developed recommendations
as part of the final report. TRS provided graphic aids to depict existing site
conditions and recommendations for range safety upgrades. These visual aids were
used for presentations to County Commissioners to help them understand the need
for range upgrades to provide a safer environment for range users, surrounding
neighbors and environmental concerns. TRS developed a Master Site Plan and Cost
estimate for the range upgrades.
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Ada County Sheriff’s Office, Range
Planning and Permitting
Boise, Idaho
Project Owner:
Point-of-Contact:
Year Completed:
Ada County Sheriff’s Office
Capt. Dana Borgquist
(208) 577-3711
2008
Planning and Permitting
TRS worked with the Ada County Sheriff’s Office to design and permit a 50
acre firearms training facility outside of Boise, Idaho. This facility was
designed with two 25 yard pistol ranges, a
100 yard rifle range, a tactical range,
classroom facilities, range towers, and a live
fire shoot house. TRS provided a preliminary
design, cost estimate and preliminary noise
study for the proposed site. All of these
design elements were used to complete a
conditional use permit on behalf of the
County Sheriff’s Office. The permitting
process included the completion of a hillside
development plan which required
geotechnical studies, vegetation and wildlife
studies, cultural clearances and a natural
features analysis (pictured right) for the
proposed range site. All preliminary designs
were required to meet county ordinances for
parking and fire safety.
TRS provided visual aids and poster
presentations for all public meetings
regarding the shooting range.TRS completed
the project on time and the application was
initially approved by the county planning and
zoning committee.
Noise Study
TRS completed a preliminary noise study for the proposed range site. Noise
monitors were placed at nearby areas of interest and recorded noise levels
during a live fire exercise. Results were reviewed and interpreted by an
Acoustical Engineer.
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Virginia State Law Enforcement Training Center
Richmond, VA
Project Owner:
Point-of-Contact:
Year Completed:
Federal Bureau of Investigation
SA Robert Cook
(804) 261-1044
Ongoing
TRS Range Services has been contracted by the Federal Bureau of
Investigation to assist in the development of a master site plan and
preliminary costing for an outdoor firing range training center (approximately
30 acres). The training center is a combined effort between the FBI, Virginia
State Police, Virginia Department of Corrections and the Virginia Department
of Inland Game and
Fish.
The training
center
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designed with the
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1- 300 yd rifle
range
1-50 yd
combat range
3 -50 yd pistol
ranges
Live Fire Shoot
House
Classroom
TRS
is
currently
working with the FBI
to develop budgetary
and
a
phased
approach
for
construction.
Included within TRS’
scope of services is
the evaluation and
purchase of targetry
and the design and
construction of range
towers
and
associated
facility
classrooms.
The project design is currently under contract for $250,000.00.
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Boise Police Department
Existing Range Evaluation and
Recommendations
Boise, ID
Project Owner:
Point of Contact:
Year Completed:
Boise Police Department
Mike Nelson
208 577-3821
2009
TRS was contracted by the Boise Police Department to conduct a site
evaluation of their existing shooting range. After an initial site visit, TRS
developed recommendations for site improvements and put together a
preliminary site design with cost estimates.
Within our recommendations, TRS took
into account location, accessibility, natural
sound mitigation and potential land
improvements. Additional factors included
the
number
of
officers,
training
requirements and training needs.
The proposed range improvements include
the addition of a granular rubber bullet
trap, construction of an 85 yard rifle
capable range, concrete block walls for
separation of 50 yard range into multiple
bays, construction of a storage/armory
facility, road improvements and renovation
of the existing classroom facility at the
site.
This project was completed on time and
within budget.
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Twin Falls Police Department
Twin Falls, Idaho
Project Owner:
Point-of-Contact:
Year Completed:
Twin Falls Police Department
Captain Brian Pike
(208) 735-7204
2007
TRS Range Services conducted a site evaluation of the Twin Falls Police
Department Firing Range located along the Snake River in Twin Falls, Idaho.
Although the firing range was originally located in an isolated part of town,
development had encroached on the area. Specifically, a segment of the
Canyon Rim Trail was constructed directly behind the range, and safety
concerns required enhancements to the facility.
As part of the project, TRS identified site improvements
prevent rounds from leaving the range. Construction
installation of safety baffles for both rifle and pistol and
existing earthen backstop to a granular ballistic rubber
area with stormwater runoff controls.
safety measures to
work included the
modification of the
bullet containment
The range has been there 30-40 years, recreational walkway built along
behind backstop baffles installed to prevent rounds going onto walkway.
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Classroom, Range Tower &
Simunitions House
Jackson, Mississippi
Project Owner:
Point-of-Contact:
Year Completed:
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Steven Godfrey
(601) 360-7736
2008
Under contract from the Federal
Bureau of Investigations, TRS
was hired to do a combination of
things on their existing facility.
The scope included designing
and constructing a new 3,000 sq
foot classroom building, adding a
range tower/sniper platform at
the facility, and modify the
existing
classroom
into
a
simunitions
house;
this
reconditioned space would allow
the
FBI
another
type
of
simulation practice area.
The new building included a classroom, one Firearms Training System
(F.A.T.S.) room, two offices, bathroom facilities, storage rooms, an HVAC
system and a covered porch. The range tower/platform was integrated into
the building.
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Additional Range Projects
Federal Bureau of Investigation
Chicago, IL Foss Park Range Renovations and Upgrades - Litigation support
and initial site evaluation of range. Designed and constructed a granular rubber
bullet trap, noise mitigating sound walls, bullet resistant range dividing wall.
Performed site and berm grading.
Anchorage, AK Range Upgrades Design and Construction – Developed master
site plan and classroom design for Anchorage shooting facility. Designed a partially
enclosed indoor facility connected to the classroom for winter time training activities.
Provided completed design for submittal to local permitting authority.
Kanehoe Marine Base, Hawaii Range Upgrades - replacement of pneumatic
targetry systems. Removal of existing backstop, recycling and screening of the rubber,
installation of a new berm with backfill and the installation of a new ballistic rubber
backstop on concrete for added support.
El Toro Marine Corps Base, Irvine CA, Classroom and Granular Rubber Bullet Trap –
construction of a 300 square foot classroom facility at the range, rehabilitation of
wildfire damage at the range including re-grading and the installation of an earthen
backstop with a granular ballistic rubber bullet containment system, the installation of
replacement targetry(30 point heavy duty targeting system) and the installation of other
on-site facilities such as irrigation systems. Additionally TRS constructed a 50 space
parking lot with lighting and removed damaged materials from the site, installed new
concrete firing lines and drainage controls and restored vegetation to the site for soil
stabilization purposes. Prior to fire damage, TRS had removed and recycled bullets and
lead and graded the backstop at the range.
TRS completed site
restoration for a 30-lane outdoor firing range that had been damaged during hurricane
Katrina. Restoration and upgrades for the range included grading and compacting of the
dirt berm and the installation of a granular rubber ballistic bullet trap. A range control
tower with rappel/sniper platform mounted on top and the construction of a 1,600
square foot modular classroom facility were, also, added. A 30-point pneumatic target
system was installed at the range.
Pass Christian, MS, Outdoor Range Site Restoration -
constructed a
3,200 sq ft classroom as part of a design-build contract at the Camp Villere, Louisiana
firing range. TRS self-preformed the site grading, soil compaction, and foundation
excavation for the classroom. TRS converted the existing range backstop to a granular
rubber backstop based on 170 feet of impact area.
New Orleans, LA, Classroom Construction and Renovation -
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Section 5 - Approach to Project
TRS will lead a project team of design professionals to provide the best quality design
for the proposed firing range upgrades. TRS has established relationships with
experienced design professionals from the Boise area that include:
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Tim Fox- Fox Land Surveying
Tait & Associates, Boise – Architectural and Engineering
Bob J. Arnold, P.E.- Geotechnical
TRS provides oversight for these design professionals with our experience in range
design to insure that all firing range components meet our standards for user safety, lead
containment and future maintenance.
Mr. Kerry O’Neal of TRS will be the point of contact for the Boise Police Department for
all budget and schedule matters. Mr. O’Neal provides over 20 years experience and has
completed over 100 municipal firing range projects. As a local resident of Eagle, Mr.
O’Neal will be available for meetings and review processes.TRS will maintain
responsibility for completing all scheduled phases of the project on-time and within
budget. Any issues with schedule or budget will be identified in early stages and
discussed with the client at the earliest convenience.
TRS anticipates the project work flow to proceed as follows:
• Kick off meeting with Boise PD representatives to review facility needs, establish
contacts and lines of communication and establish budget.
• Complete a site survey to collect the location of all existing features. This will
serve as a base for all design drawings. Existing topographic data for the county
will be integrated into the survey
• Complete a Geotechnical Survey to quantify the structural capabilities of the soil
at the site.
• Development of conceptual layout and drawings for client review and comment.
• Develop understanding of master planning requirements to better facilitate
permitting and zoning requirements for the site. If necessary, set up meeting with
Ada County Development Services for a pre-construction determination of permit
requirements.
• If a conditional use permitting is required, develop a plan of action for addressing
community concerns. Organize neighborhood meetings and develop visual aids
for the proposed project.
• Development of design drawings. TRS will provide review drawings for the City of
Boise at the 70 percent completion level. This will allow for the City of Boise to
comment and make changes prior to finalization of the drawings. An additional
review will be provided to the City of Boise when the drawings are 95 percent
complete. This will be the final review before the production of final drawings to
submit for building permits. Tait and Associates, a local engineering and
architect firm will prepare all specifications and stamped bid package.
• Finalization of grading and architectural plans, and submittal for building permits.
• Address comments and concerns on building permits from Ada County.
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TRS is very interested in providing the construction or design-build services on this
project. In the event that TRS is selected for construction services at this site, we will
defer all construction management and oversight to our Architectural and Engineering
sub-consulting firm or other arrangements the City would like to consider.
TRS provides all design documents in electronic and hard copy formats. To facilitate
this, TRS maintains a secure FTP site for the transfer of large files back and forth to
clients.
TRS has proven technology for the next generation of firearms training facilities. Our
granular rubber bullet trap provides a safe training environment for range users,
mitigation for lead contamination from the range and is constructed using a recycled
product. Our experience with firearms training ranges and our understanding of law
enforcement training needs make us an ideal firm for the completion of this project.
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Section 6 Fee Schedule
The following table is a representative summary of staff fees.
Title
Rate/Hour
Range Consultant
$165.00
Project Manager
$155.00
Assistant Project Manager
$110.00
Architect & Engineering Lead
$125.00
Structural/Civil/MEP Engineer
$125.00
Geotechnical Engineer
$125.00
Land Surveyor
$100.00
CAD Technician
$85.00
Project Staff
$75.00
Clerical Staff
$45.00
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