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PROJECT APPROACH AND UNDERSTANDING APPROACH A facility used for multiple purposes begins with understanding the challenges posed by differing needs, occupancy loads and zoning requirements. Clear understanding of these elements is imperative to achieving an efficiency factor in line with the peak usage of the facility, This project is no different and we perform these services every day. Our use of virtual design software and developing the drawings is a 3D model achieves a fast delivery because drawings must be made earlier, rather than later and the approval process is facilitated because 3D snapshots of the design are available in real -time. This workflow affords you a holistic approach to the design process with a final product which is economically feasible, as well as aesthetically pleasing. Our workflow design is to the budget and is not dependant on value engineering. Our approach is to pursue all options regarding the best siting for the building by performing charette(s) to seek input from the Community, City Commission and City Administration, all in workshop format, incorporating agreed upon revisions in the next progress review presentation. The charette may include multiple, individual meetings, or both, if necessary. Recommenda- tions are presented by ACAI at community meetings with final approval at a City Commission public meeting. Final project delivery as a turn -key project is anticipated with the interface and design assist expected in a normal Construc- tion Management at Risk (CMAR) delivery as this is possibly the case . The City need only turn the proverbial key to make everything function as it should. This process is expected to include selection of furniture and fixtures, along with any addi- tional consultants to complete the project. The staff at ACAI Associates has knowledge and experience with multi -use facilities and brings an understanding of these complexities to your project. In reviewing our submittal, you will see the considerable experience ACAI has and can bring to the development of 18080 Collins Avenue. PRE - DESIGN ANALYSIS AND CONCEPTUAL DEVELOPMENT The initial step in assuring the success of a project involves meetings between the members of our design team, the City's Executive Team and the Advisory Board associated with the project. Stakeholders review the existing project parameters and budget and make any necessary changes and update to the Facility Program. To assure clear communications among all parties, minutes from each meeting is distributed to attendees and management personnel for review and approval. The Facility Program is the most critical of all items to review and approve. From the RFQ document, it appears that establish- ing a facility Program will be required. This program document begins with a statement of the project's goals and activities to be developed jointly with the City. RFQ No. 15 -04 -01 1 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES FOR A NEW FACILITY AT 18080 COLLINS ANTE.