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tSunny Isles Beach RFQ No. 14 -07 -02 Section 4: Approach & Methodology Landscape P.rchtte=re Section 4: Approach & Methodology Approach to Organizational Management The in -house team assigned to a City of Sunny Isles Beach remains committed to that project for its du- ration. This system of continuity has resulted in an impressive record of successfully completed projects by ORDA. Quality, cost and schedule control are paramount throughout the duration of a project so, project teams are structured for optimum communication between clients and designers. All key personnel have exten- sive experience working on municipal projects similar in nature to the potential projects for the City of Sunny Isles Beach. We continue to receive high marks from municipalities throughout Miami -Dade Coun- ty. This combined experience insures an understanding and appreciation for the challenges to be faced with municipal projects, as well as, a background in resolution of each of the challenges. t The organizational structure at ORDA has been developed to offer hands on project management from seasoned landscape architects that have extensive experience in working with municipalities. Our quality control team and an uncompromising insistence on performance insures that all projects will be handled in a consistent, professional, thorough and timely manner. ORDA's management approach is specifically reflective of an attitude toward completing the tasks defined in any given scope of work. 1 The ORDA team understands that quality work achieved only through Total Quality Management. Each member of the project team understands the overall goals and objectives of any project and their specif- ic role in achieving them. ORDA trains each employee to consciously assure that their work achieves project requirements, is free of defects, and meets the professional standards expected by the City of Sunny Isles Beach. Bill O'Leary, a veteran in his field, will assure that total quality control is achieved for all landscape architectural aspects and Kevin Richards in all construction related aspects of the projects assigned. Project Approach 1 O'Leary Richards Designs' success working with municipalities is built on years of experience listening closely to clients. Because every site offers a unique set of challenges and opportunities, ORDA tailors its design approach according to the owner's program, scope, timeline and budget while drawing on experi- ence gained over 40 years of successfully completed projects. ORDA has the ability to meet desired timelines and deadlines as evidenced in past performance. To have a successful project will require close coordination with the City. 1 All projects are undertaken with the aim of creating innovative, sustainable environments by implement- ing the best design ideals in real world situations. It is important that we create environments that rep- resent the identity of our clients as well. Our synergistic design and management approach makes us the primary choice for public projects. Landscape Architecture encompasses analysis, planning, design, man- agement and stewardship of the natural and built environments. ORDA believes nature should be al- 1 lowed to permeate the built environment, seeing nature in the City as a necessity rather than a luxury. Due to the harsh environment within public rights -of -way beachfront communities, the landscape design should consider the selection of hardy and low maintenance vegetation. Florida friendly guidelines should 1 be followed by specifying drought tolerant native and indigenous plant material, water retaining soil amendments and a low water consumption irrigation system. It is our philosophy to create enduring landscapes that will last for generations. The City will benefit from ORDA's knowledge of sustainable ® principles as it has several projects that have achieved LEED certification. IO'LEARY RICHARDS DtSIGN ASSOCIATES, INC. 33