Professional Documents
Culture Documents
Submitted to:
THE PORT AUTHORITY OF NY & NJ
Submitted by:
PB Americas, Inc.
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PB, founded in 1885, is onne of the oldesst continually operating connsulting enginneering firms in the United States.
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The firm is ann international leader in prooviding expertt engineering and construction managem ment services for
airports, bridgges, tunnels, ports, buildinggs and rail transit systems. We bring to the Authority a cadre of multi-
disciplined prrofessionals with
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assignment. PB has an im mpressive recoord of perform mance with thee Authority annd extensive experience
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providing connstruction mannagement andd other techniical services on o a call-in baasis for severaal decades. Because
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our breadth ofo experience,, depth of proffessional resoources and lonngstanding reecord of performance for the
Authority, we are confident that PB is peerfectly equipped to serve the t Authority under this agreement.
PB recognizees and supporrts the Authorritys long-stannding practicee to encouragee Minority andd Women Ow wned
Business Entterprises (MBE/WBE) to seeek business with w the Authoority. For thiss agreement we w have seleccted some
of the regions most well reespected and top performinng MBE and WBS W firms to joinj our team. The Hirani Group
(MBE), LPE Enterprises,
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considerable work experience with PB and a the Authoority. In fact thhese same firrms have suppported PB on many of
our call-in agreements inclluding our currrent CM call-in agreement for 2006 20010 with the Authority.
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confidently asssure the Authority that wee will meet or exceed
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PB brings to the Authority everything neeeded to be suuccessful:
We sincerely look forward to supportingg the Authorityy as an extenssion of your staff. If you haave any questtions or
require any additional
a inforrmation. Pleasse do not hessitate to contaact me at 212--465-5127 or nunesg@pbw world.com.
Garry E. Nunnes
Sr. Vice Pressident
National Director of Constrruction Servicces
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employ reasonable efforts, subject to the provisions of the Port Authoritys Freedom of
Information Policy and Procedure adopted by the Port Authoritys Board of Commissioners on
November 20, 2008, which may be found on the Port Authority website at:
http://www.panynj.gov/corporate-information/pdf/Freedom-of-Information-Policy-and-
Procedure.pdf, not to disclose to any competitor of the undersigned, information submitted
which are trade secrets or is maintained for the regulation or supervision of commercial
enterprise which, if disclosed, would cause substantial injury to the competitive position of the
enterprise, and which information is identified by the Proposer as proprietary, which may be
disclosed by the undersigned to the Port Authority as part of or in connection with the
submission of a proposal.
_PB
___Americas,
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_Senior
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COMPANY PROFILE
10. Name, telephone number, and email address of contact for questions:
Garry E. Nunes, Senior Vice President
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Email:
11. Is your firm certified by the Authority as a Minority-owned, Woman-owned or Small Business
Enterprise (M/W/ SBE)? Yes X No
If yes, please attach Port Authority certification as a part of this profile.
If your firm is an M/WBE not currently certified by the Authority, see the Authoritys web site
http://www.panynj.gov/DoingBusinessWith/economic/html/objo.html to receive information and apply
for certification.
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C. PROPOSER REQUIREMENTS
The following summary clearly demonstrates that the PB and its team far exceed the minimum
requirements established in the RFP.
A. PB, whose corporate headquarters office is located in the heart of New York City, also has principal
offices in Newark and Princeton, New Jersey. Our team members also have offices in the New York/New
Jersey Metropolitan Area. Our firm and team significantly exceed the required 50 individuals on staff who
are experienced in performing construction management and/or construction inspection services in the
New York/New Jersey Metropolitan Area. The following table offers a summary of experienced staff
located in the immediate vicinity of Authority facilities:
Construction 98 7 8 16 2 131
Management
The PB most current supporting overhead schedules for Audit Year 2009 are attached.
Supporting documentation for multiplier calculation and overhead rate schedules for our MBE and WBE
subconsultants are also attached.
Total Percentage of
Costs Direct Labor
Direct Labor Base $ 70,520,143
Non-Allowable Expenses:
Interest Expense ( 706) 0.0
Bad Debts (Credit) (140 ,312) -0.2
Professional Listings 1 ,5 7 7 0.0
Charitable & Unallowable FAR Costs 4,513 ,098 6.4
Entertainment 63,393 0.1
State Tax Expense (3 , 2 4 5 , 1 1 6 ) (4.6)
Federal Tax Expense (2 , 8 7 6 , 9 3 3 ) -4.1
Total Non-Allowable Overhead Expenses $ (1 , 6 8 4 , 9 9 9 ) -2.4 %
Total Base Field Office Overhead $ 79,065,977 112.1 %
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LPE Enterprises, Ltd.
Fringe Benefits
General Overhead
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Organization Chart
Principal-In-Charge
Garry Nunes
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F. HOURLY RATES
2010 Actual Hourly Rates for proposed employees:
Note: this represents a sampling of the personnel available for this call-in assignment.
OH rates used will be those proposed and agreed to by PANYNJ for each firm.
As a multi-disciplined planner, designer and construction manager, PB brings a superior resource pool of highly
skilled professionals available to serve the needs of the Authority. The firm has been successfully providing
Construction Management services on a call-in basis to multiple agencies in the New York/New Jersey region.
Under the direction of Garry E. Nunes, Senior Vice President, the firm offers comprehensive professional
construction management capabilities. The expertise of our professional staff spans all project phases from
conceptual planning, design, and pre-construction through construction and facility commissioning.
PB enjoys our current standing as Engineering News Records highest ranked Construction Management firm
that maintains its corporate headquarters in New York State. As a direct result, we can offer the full toolbox of
services with locally based resources from every discipline including many specialties such as LEED Accredited
Professionals, specification writers and a vast cadre of estimating, scheduling and other Construction
Management support staff. PB, one of the nations preeminent construction management firms, is presently
managing the construction of public projects with a combined capital program value exceeding $50 billion.
PB delivers professional construction management services tailored to the size and complexity of any given
project. On complex assignments involving numerous projects and contractors, PB's construction management
service typically begin during design, and continue through construction and close-out.
o the $3.6 billion Second Ave Subway for MTA Capital Construction
o the $3.4 billion World Trade Center Transportation Hub for the PANYNJ
o the $1.4 billion Fulton Street Transit Center for the MTA
o the $2 billion New Jersey Turnpike Widening project for NJTA
Call-In and Term Contract Experience PB currently provides professional services in an efficient
and cost effective manner on a call-in basis for multiple New York and New Jersey agencies, including
but not limited to:
Tasks consist of both individual position assignments as well as projects requiring a complete management
staff. Assignments are both long and short term, and are performed at the project location, the clients offices
and/or PBs offices. The following table offers a sample of our similar call-in agreements:
The Authority has the unconditional commitment of PB and Mr. Nunes that all services will be delivered
professionally, efficiently and to the professional standards set by the Authority. PB is prepared to continue to
deliver exceptional people and responsive top quality services on each and every assignment.
PB has been providing Construction Management and Related Services for the Authority on a Call-in Basis
during 2006-2010. Projects may be located at the various Authority facilities, including terminals, bridges and
tunnels; JFK, Newark, LaGuardia and Teterboro Airports; the PATH Rail System; New York and New Jersey
ports and other facilities. PB is providing a full range of construction management and inspection on an as-
needed basis, including pre-construction, construction and post-construction services. The firm has provided
Construction Management and Inspection Personnel for projects at locations such as:
Task Example No. 1 Staffing for PANYNJ 42nd Street Bus Terminal - for expansions, alterations and upgrades
Task Example No. 2 Staffing for Newark Airport Resident Engineers Office Electrical, Civil, and Office
Engineering for various terminal upgrades
Task Example No. 3 Staffing for the Tech Center - PB has provided scheduling, estimating and administrative
personnel to the Authority.
In addition to the PA CM Call-In service noted above, PB has successfully served the Authority on the
following call-in contracts:
Project No. 2:
NYS Office of General Service Construction Management Term Agreements (2004-2007) D0S0598, (2007-
2010) D0S2859, and (2010-2013) D0S2841
Project Locations: Throughout New York State
Contact Reference: Bob Palmer, PE
Director, NYSOGS Division of Construction
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Task Example No. 3 Work Orders No.3 and 58 PB provided a MEP Superintendent who assisted the OGS in
inspection of fire protection projects throughout New York State. There are currently 50 separate fire protection
projects ongoing ranging from under $10,000 to over $1 million.
Task Example No. 4 - W.O. #22 -Assist OGS Design and Construction Group for design and implementation of
a Quality Management System that will comply with the requirements of ISO9001-2000. PB was the first
construction management firm in the country to achieve ISO-9001 certification. In 2006 PB's Director of Quality
Assurance, provided hands on assistance and guidance to OGS throughout the year and helped the Agency
achieve ISO-9001 certification. This serves as an example of PBs ability to provide value added services
Project No. 3:
NYC School Construction Authority Professional Construction Management Staffing Services (2004-
2007), (2007-2010), and (2010-2013)
Project Locations: Various Locations in New York City
Client Agency and Contact Reference: Gordon Tung, P.E.
Chief Project Officer, NYCSCA Construction Management
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PB performed Construction Management services as the Prime Professional Staffing consultant for the
NYCSCA. PB provided project team members working directly within the NYCSCA organization in various
levels of project construction managers for a multitude of projects over a three-year term. Projects ranged from
renovations and upgrades to construction of new facilities. PB employees performed a broad range of services
from pre-construction through construction phase and closeout services similar to the requirements of this
Request For Proposal. More than 40 PB personnel were assigned on a full-time basis to the SCA during this
term agreement. As a preferred provider of CM services to the SCA, PB was awarded on a third consecutive
contract beginning in 2010.
Task Example No. 1 - New Early Childhood Center (PS306) Woodhaven, NY PB personnel provided a full
range of CM services for the construction of this new three story $21 million fully air conditioned, accessible
school with a gross area of 47,000 s.f. for students in pre-kindergarten through the 3rd grade. Features include
standard and special education classrooms, library, cafeteria, multi-purpose room and medical suite. There is
also an 18,650 s.f. school yard which includes an early childhood playground.
Project No. 4: GSA Task Order Contract for Various Office Buildings in New York Interior Building
Renovations 2002 2006 Contract value (total/assigned) $5,213,012
Client Agency and Contact Reference: Walter J. Moldovan
Contracting Officer Project Manager
Technical Resources
PB has immense depth and breadth of technical resources, capable of performing all services requested by the
Authority. The firm employs more than 14,000 professionals worldwide with combined expertise in every
specialized discipline. The PB resource pool in the New York/New Jersey area includes nearly 1,200
professionals available to serve the needs of the Authority.
PB believes that our people are our most valuable asset. From engineers to project managers and from
international specialists to local experts, we offer the Authority a vast network of talent and experience. PBs
wide range of in-house technical expertise has proven extremely valuable in meeting emerging issues and
supports our construction management organization.
PB is equipped and prepared with locally available resources to meet every challenge that could emerge on any
Authority project assignment. As a direct result of our extensive and diverse workload, we have superior
construction management and support resources to assist the Authority on this call-in assignment including:
Local Office Network includes locations in Newark, Princeton and New York City with project offices
throughout New York City and New Jersey. The firm is solidly based with a local presence in every
region of New York and New Jersey served by the Authority.
In-House staff numbering nearly 1,200 local New York and New Jersey employees with collective
expertise in every technical discipline, experienced in every phase of construction, and prepared for any
project assignment.
Specialized sub-consultants located in the Metropolitan region with expertise in both pre-construction
and construction services with proven successes working with PB and the Authority.
M/WBE partners include LPE, Hirani, JCMS and Maitra. PB has worked closely with these partners in
servicing the Authority and other agencies.
Uniquely qualified and experienced as a Call-in Consultant for the Authority. Hirani has received consecutive
contracts as a prime consultant for Call-in Construction Management and Land Surveying services with the
Authority, and has performed numerous engineering, surveying and construction support and inspection
services on Authority facilities over the past fifteen years.
JCMS, Inc.
JCMS is headquartered in Mercerville, New Jersey with an office in New York City. With a staff of over sixty
employees, have a well qualified pool of resident engineers, construction inspectors, office engineers, cost and
scheduling engineers, cost estimators and document control specialists. JCMS is certified by the Authority as a
MBE/DBE firm.
JCMS has a long association with the Authority having provided services both as direct consultant and
subconsultant and have been providing professional Construction Management services for more than twenty
five years for various types of infrastructure projects. In addition to inspection services through our Call-in CM
services (MBE/WBE) contract, JCMS is also providing Contract Submittal Services and Project Delivery
Services to the Authority. In 2009, JCMS won the Call-in contract for providing CM services to NJ Transit for
the fourth consecutive 3-year period. JCMS has also provided On-Call services to Long Island Rail Road,
SEPTA and Delaware River Port Authority.
Maitra is able to present a highly qualified group of construction professionals including Construction Managers,
Resident Engineers, Office Engineers, Schedulers, Inspectors, Technicians and Surveyors who possess the
requisite certifications and specialty training which the Authority justifiably expects from construction
management personnel assigned to its projects. Over seventy percent of Maitra staff are graduate engineers.
Inspectors hold certificates for OSHA Training, ACI Concrete Inspection, and Structural Steel Bolting.
Maitra is a certified MBE with the Authority. Currently they haves 20 people assigned to construction projects in
the New York area, including 10 at various Port Authority facilities and over fifty percent of field staff has
experience with the Authority. Maitra has the personnel who know the Authoritys facilities and have hands-on
experience gained over the years through their current assignments and previous assignments. The average
years of experience of all construction personnel is 25 years.
Through PBs implementation of an aggressive and proactive M/WBE participation program, we will meet the
12% MBE and 5% WBE goals for this call-in contract. The selected firms are professional quality service
providers that are centrally located to the Authorities vast inventory of buildings and facilities in the New
York/New Jersey area to offer the maximum opportunity for participation.
Garry E. Nunes, Sr. Vice President and National Director of Construction Services, will serve as our
Principal-In-Charge. Mr. Nunes has more than 30 years of progressive and proven successful experience in the
construction industry having served on a diverse range of complex projects. He has been responsible for
managing many call-in agreements for the Port Authority and other New York State agencies, and will be
responsible for all project assignments under this agreement. Mr. Nunes is Principal in Charge for our existing
Call-in/Term Agreements with the New York and New Jersey area clients including PANYNJ, NYSOGS,
NYCSCA, and GSA. He clearly understands the call-In process and brings to the Authority our corporate
commitment that all services will be performed to meet the requirements of the Authority.
Mr. Nunes will be responsible for managing our project managers, resource managers and support staff to
assure the Authority is served in a timely manner.
Gerry Chi, Assistant Vice President, will serve as Project Manager. Mr. Chi has extensive experience in
construction management, planning, design, operations and maintenance, and condition auditing of physical
plants for educational facilities, commercial buildings, industrial facilities, power facilities, municipal properties,
and bridges and tunnels. He has a proven record of managing projects, supervising multidisciplinary operations
and completing projects under budget and within schedule and scope. Mr. Chi manages PBs Call-in
agreements in New York/New Jersey. He mobilizes personnel for assignments, monitors their performance and
acts as PBs representative for the employees. He will provide complete support to Mr. Nunes in the selection of
candidates and management of staff.
PB management is fully committed to the PB staff and will be responsible for their professional actions while
providing the support required for the success of each employee and project.
Assignment of Personnel
Typically, PB employees are assigned to a particular project or office and work seamlessly within the Client
organization. The PB personnel report directly to an Authority supervisor but remain the employee of PB. In
addition to our Construction Management 2006 to 2010 Call-in agreement with the Authority, PB is also serving
the Port Authority under a similar agreement in providing Program Management services for the $500 million
Security Upgrade at all PA facilities. Under these agreements PB staff report directly to an Authority supervisor
and the PB and Authority personnel operate seamlessly as a top to bottom integrated team.
PB is extremely familiar with the methodology of working as an extension of staff and is fully prepared to meet
every expectation of the Authority in a timely fashion. Our management understands the importance of staffing
individual assignments with personnel who have both the technical qualifications and interpersonal skills to work
effectively within a client organization. Our personnel are prepared to work as a direct staff extension to the
Authority. Some of the key issues that we address in the selection of personnel to be proposed for assignment
to the Authority include:
When a Consultant Call-in Agreement Request involves the assignment of multiple staff to perform a specific
task, PB uses the same process to develop the team. Efficient staffing of each position results in the most
qualified team providing the best value to the Authority.
This approach to staff selection has proven to be highly successful for all of our clients that we serve under call-
in construction management agreements. PB can confidently assert that we will provide added value to the
Authority under this agreement.
The following represent the PB Management Approach to performance of the tasks listed in Attachment A of the
Request for Proposals.
As an industry leader in construction management, PB has long been an advocate of integrating the
construction perspective early in the design process. With our in-house engineering, design and construction
management capabilities, PB can offer constructability reviews for every type of Authority facility including
buildings, terminals, bridges, tunnels, air fields, ports, rail transit, and other projects. With our depth and breadth
of professional resources we can quickly assemble a local team of reviewers with the full range of field
experience and technical expertise to conduct an in-depth review of the documents. Our team will bring the
insight and expertise of hands-on construction managers to our analysis.
When it comes to constructability the investment will be returned several times over in reduced project cost and
time for performance, while minimizing exposure to claims for delays. Our review typically focuses on the
following:
Clearly defined contract interfaces between plan sets and existing structures to reduce disputes and
claims
Efficient and complete bid documents
Agreement in the documents between various trades (e.g. review to identify physical conflicts between
mechanical, structural and electrical plans)
Staging and phasing issues
Site access constraints and efficiencies
Work hours, noise, vibration and environmental restrictions and other constraints that may impact the
construction process and equipment usage.
Coordination with facility operations.
With our many years of providing both design and construction management services for some of the most
important and complex projects in the New York metropolitan area, PB knows the importance of a sound
construction staging plan during construction. A recent example of the application of our approach to
construction staging and phasing is the Fulton Street Transit Center in Lower Manhattan for the MTACC. PB, in
joint venture, is providing Construction Management services to the MTA and New York City Transit for the
Fulton Street Transit Center. This $1.4 billion project in Lower Manhattan is designed to provide for a new
Transit Center, improvements to six subway stations serving twelve lines carrying several hundred thousand
daily patrons and providing direct underground connection to the World Trade Center. The PB team developed
the construction staging plans that provides the coordination of the multiple construction packages for this
program, which includes extensive staged station reconstruction and rehabilitation while maintaining subway
operations and continued patron access within the transit system during construction.
Some of the essential factors influencing construction staging that PB considers during a review of a design or
of a contractors plan include:
Access during construction for personnel, materials and equipment. Movement of materials and
equipment are essential in parallel with the cost and schedule.
Laydown and storage availability
Need for off shift and night work
Need to maintain positive separation from air operations.
Natural flow of work.
Effects of adjacent construction on planned operations.
Maintenance of Traffic Plan considerations if needed.
Needs of the Authority and their Tenants
Each of the Authoritys facilities has its own restrictions and conditions that will affect staging plans. Having
experience in all the various types of Authority facilities allows PB to bring specific expertise to any project.
PB is also a pioneer in the development and use of 4D modeling, which integrates 2D or 3D models of a project
with a time-scaled schedule. This allows instant visualization of the planned construction sequence and staging
for even the most complex of projects. 4D modeling has been used very effectively on the Fulton Street
Transit Center and World Trade Center Transportation Hub program to quickly and effectively identify
and minimize construction conflicts at the major interface points between the contract packages as well as
the restraints to be imposed by ongoing system operations. We have the capability in house in our New York
office to support the Authority with this powerful tool on any project assignment.
We have in-house critical path method (CPM) scheduling experts who work with the Authority and PB technical
staff to develop and/or review detailed construction schedules. Our professionals will address the adequacy,
completeness, and suitability of the schedule for control of the project. During our development and/or review of
schedules, we will focus on:
A comprehensive report of our schedule analysis will be submitted to the Authority Resident Engineer and
Engineer of Construction.
Our schedulers are fully trained in the use of all scheduling software products and are skilled in the use of
Primavera P3 and P6. More importantly, our scheduling staff understands the construction process and applies
that construction knowledge to the development or review of construction schedules. PB is currently providing
scheduling services to the Port Authority in our extension of staff role on the Security Upgrade Program for all
Authority facilities.
The initial baseline schedule can be developed by PB or by the construction contractor. Once the baseline
schedule has been completed and accepted, the emphasis shifts to time control and reporting. This is an
ongoing process that extends through project completion. Time control involves monitoring the progress of all
activities against the baseline schedule, including shop drawing status reports, material status reports, and
contractor construction progress. Variances to the schedule are reported to project management for
appropriate action of alternative plan development, thus averting potential problems and conflicts
before they have been allowed to materialize.
The cornerstone of project control is the Schedule Report. It includes an update of the master schedule. The
report highlights monthly progress, lists goals to be achieved in the upcoming month, identifies potential
schedule variances or conflicts, and charts individual contractor performance. For time critical projects, we
usually prepare or require the contractor to provide a two week look-ahead schedule every week so more
detailed monitoring can be achieved.
PB understands that our resident engineers and inspectors serve as the first line of quality assurance in the
construction process on behalf of the Authoritys Engineer of Construction and Resident Engineers. Quality
The PB personnel are knowledgeable in materials testing programs and will easily adapt to implement the
Authoritys protocol to schedule, monitor and document all required material testing. Our Inspectors are trained
to notify the Resident Engineer (whether Authority or PB) immediately upon witnessing any materials, erection or
installation processes, or levels of quality that do not meet the requirements of the contract documents and
which the contractor does not correct. All inspectors will submit an Inspectors Daily Report to the office
engineer using Authority forms. PB will work seamlessly with Authority staff at all levels from assistant
inspectors to resident engineers in delivering quality construction throughout the program.
Safety
PB is dedicated to maintaining the safest work environment possible for our employees. We strive to confirm
that all prime contractors and subcontractors adopt a similar policy. We consider the safety and health of all
project employees, facility patrons and the general public of critical importance. Our corporations vision of Zero
Harm is focused on setting the Safety performance criteria at the highest level.
PB will:
Invest in what it takes to achieve this vision.
As employees, be empowered to lead in making this vision real.
Proactively work with all stakeholders including clients, owners, designers, contractors and the
workforce to make this vision a reality.
Own and act on our vision. This requires a mind-set intolerant of any injury or incident regardless of
frequency or severity.
We believe:
That working Incident and Injury-free is a choice and a basic human right.
The leaders in our industry will be those who succeed in the transformation to making an incident and
injury free industry, a given.
PB is committed to a safe and productive work site for our clients, owners, staff, visitors and contractors.
PB resident engineers, office engineers and records management staff will manage the flow of documents
among all project entities as defined and approved in the Authority Procedures Manual. They receive shop
drawings, samples, catalog sheets, RFIs, pay requests, QA records, and all correspondence, and act on each
promptly and according to the Procedures. Action shall include maintaining logs of all document flow,
documented transmittal of documents, pre-review of certain shop drawings, and prescribed document storage.
The staff will be fully trained in Authority software database such as CONTRAK and will be knowledgeable of the
PACC process, T&M work and other administrative processes of the Authority. Our staff reviews the log and the
engineering program to determine whether:
The master construction schedule and all short term, look-ahead schedules contain critical submittal
dates reflected in the logs
Submittals from contractors, sub-consultants, suppliers and /or manufacturers are received by the
design engineer on time
Submittals are processed in a timely fashion by the design engineer and returned to the originator and
that logs are updated
Disapproved submittals receive prompt review by the design engineer, the contractor and the CS&I
staff, and whether the client has been advised of any resulting impacts
Shop drawings have been approved before associated work or manufacture has begun
All submittals are maintained on file.
The PB staff will fully support the Authority in all other Contract Administration matters including participation in
contract status meetings.
PB will provide cost engineering and estimating throughout the design and construction process in accordance
with the Authoritys Construction Estimating Guide. During the process we have the capability to prepare or
review the individual engineers estimates to be submitted with each bid package at the various stages of
design. The phase submissions for each project design increase in level of detail and completeness and our
efforts will be applied accordingly. We will take a contractors approach/methodology to preparing or analyzing
the estimate. Our approach to estimating is to work within the guidelines established for the project under the
direction of the Program Manager and provide our independent review and recommendations for adjustments to
unit costs and bid item breakouts where necessary. We will give consideration to recent cost results and trends,
actual material/labor/equipment costs, quantity breakouts (cy, sy, lbs, lump sum), risk factors, constructability
comments, and general conditions when determining the appropriateness of the unit costs provided in the
design estimate.
Labor Availability, wage escalation, and the ability to reduce through accelerated construction
Equipment Contractor (Availability, operating expense) Facility Equipment (types and
manufacturers)
Materials Trends and alternatives for cost drivers such as Structural Steel, Reinforcing Steel,
Structural Concrete, copper wire, Conduit, etc.
For long term and larger construction projects, PB will review the most up to date national and local economic
data available to verify that appropriate escalation rates are utilized. As the project progresses through the
design phases towards 100% we will continue to verify that previous comments have been
considered/incorporated and that the appropriate unit costs have been applied based on the updated designs
and most recent cost data available.
Task G: Resources
PB prides itself on the quality and integrity of our professional staff and their ability to integrate easily into the
Authoritys project organization. We have staffed numerous positions across the City and State under our
existing agreements with the Authority, NYSOGS and NYCSCA and are prepared to continue to provide
available resources where and when needed by the Authority. The organization chart and personnel resumes
included in Section E represent some of the available professional resources that PB and our subconsultants
have to offer.
The personnel identified represent a sampling of the resources available to serve the Authority in the various
disciplines described in the Request for Proposals. These personnel not only reflect a diverse skill set but are
currently based in the metropolitan area. The personnel resource table that follows reflects some of the
available professional resources PB and our team members offer in the New York/New Jersey area. In addition
to this resource pool, PB routinely taps professional resources from our other regions to meet specific project or
client needs. The Authority can be assured that the PB team will provide the resources needed to support the
Authoritys needs:
Construction Management 98 7 8 16 2
Electrical Engineering 47 1 - - 6
Mechanical Engineering 49 - - - 5
Architectural Engineering 20 2 - - -
Scheduling 10 - 12 1 -
Estimating 7 1 8 3 -
PB will provide the necessary skills, diligence and resources to verify that the
construction work is performed in accordance with all construction documents
and instructions, in conformity to all applicable requirements and in conformance
to the project goals for quality. We will provide all due diligence and professional
input to verify timely completion of the projects. PB will provide its skill and
judgment in an expeditious and economical manner consistent with the interests
of the Authority.
It is essential that the services meet all Authority requirements. This means that
all contractual commitments are met, and all services are provided in a
professional manner. PBs formal quality management system ensures that
these objectives are met and the ISO 9001 process provides the assurance that
our quality system works.
In addition to PBs extensive in-house capability, the firm employs a proactive affirmative action program, a
major part of which is our M/WBE plan. Since the vast majority of our construction work is in the public sector,
our M/WBE program is a priority at PB. We have excellent working relationships with many of New York/New
Jerseys leading M/WBE firms. We are managing similar term agreements, as well as individual project
construction management contracts, and we are proud to boast an excellent record of success in achieving our
M/WBE goals.
Conclusion
PB management led by Garry E. Nunes, Sr. Vice President and Principal-in-charge and Gerry Chi, Project
Manager are fully committed to successfully serving the needs of the Authority. They will apply every resource
necessary to meet or exceed the expectations of the Authority.
The construction management personnel of PB are well prepared to work closely and cooperatively with the
Authority, other consultants, and contractors. We recognize that effective and efficient communication between
the client, facility management, designers, Authority staff, and contractors is critical to project success. Virtually
all of our current construction management assignments involve interdependencies with owners
Because of our extensive term and task order agreement experience, the majority of our personnel are skilled in
working within client organizations as an extension of their staff. That experience provides such individuals with
an in-depth understanding of the important interdependencies between project participants. The PB
Management team and our staff understand that our success can only be built on the success of the Authority.
PB is confident that its selection as one of your Call-In construction management firms will be mutually
beneficial to the Authority and PB.
The ability of our personnel to integrate so successfully and efficiently within the Authority organization
has been a key element of the success we have enjoyed on our many assignments with the Authority.
PB has the leadership and the technical resources necessary to fully support the Authoritys every need and we
genuinely look forward to continuing our highly successful relationship with the Authority.
Company Relationship
Parsons Brinckerhoff-FG, Inc. Affiliate (owned by Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc.)
PB Constructors, Inc. Affiliate (owned by Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc.)
PB Services Inc. Affiliate (owned by Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc.)
PB Consult Inc. Affiliate (owned by Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc.)
Parsons Brinckerhoff Group Affiliate (owned by Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc.)
Administration, Inc.
Parsons Brinckerhoff Development Affiliate (owned by Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc.)
Corporation
Parsons Brinckerhoff Infrastructure Affiliate (owned by Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc.)
Development Company Inc.
ALLTECH, Inc. Affiliate (owned by Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc.)
PB Energy Storage Services Inc. Affiliate (owned by Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc.)
Parsons Brinckerhoff International Inc. Affiliate (owned by Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc.)
PB Facilities Inc. Affiliate (owned by Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc.)
PB Power, Inc. Affiliate (owned by Parsons Brinckerhoff Inc.)