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4. APPROACH / METHODOLOGY 4.1 The CAS Project Delivery Methodology Craig A. Smith & Associates (CAS) believes the success of a continuing professional services contract depends on three fundamental principles: responsive service, experienced professionals, and practical solutions. While many firms can provide engineering services, CAS distinguishes itself through a stable, long-tenured staff, executive involvement, in-house multidisciplinary capabilities, and a client-focused approach developed through more than four decades of serving Florida municipalities. Our medium-sized organizational structure allows us to combine the technical resources of a larger firm with the responsiveness, accessibility, and personalized attention typically associated with a smaller consulting practice. 4.2 Suitability of Methodologies and Approaches Used in Achieving Tasks Every project begins with a clear understanding of the City's objectives rather than a predetermined engineering solution. GENERAL PROJECT APPROACH CAS will utilize a phased approach towards assisting clients in problem solving and for implementation of assigned projects. Our general project approach is as follows: PHASE I – PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND PLANNING • Meeting with client to develop the project scope (for each work authorization as assigned) • Develop a fee proposal to match the project scope as per established fee schedule • Finalize the scope and proceed with a kickoff meeting with client staff • Perform pre-design field condition assessment • Develop project prioritization and phasing (as needed) • Conduct modeling/feasibility studies & reports (as needed) • Provide grant funding assistance (as needed) • Finalize design criteria • Prepare preliminary (conceptual) engineering design/plans • Outline specifications • Prepare preliminary construction cost estimate • Public involvement/community outreach (as needed) 81