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'1 1 , 1 , 1 I '~ I I ' I I I · i I' I I . . I QUAUFICATIONS WHY CAS? Stormwater infrastructure improvements and retrofits in urban (highly developed and aged) areas with high density and commercial zoning require detailed and intensive underground investigation and mapping prior to design. It is critical to accurately map/survey the above ground right-of-way and underground right-of-way conditions to cost effectively design stormwater conveyance, treatment, retention and discharge piping. This is the first and most critical step for a successful timely project. This is a proven fact in the underground construction industry. Cities too often begin design and construction without sufficient underground data, leading to change orders, cost overruns and delays. CAS has been in the engineering and surveying business since 1980 (over 30 years) involved with the design and construction of stormwater systems both new and replacements (retrofits). Over the 30 years, we have witnessed proof that South Florida city right-of-ways have been "used-up" and "cluttered" with many utilities, including communications, telephone, internet cabling, fiber optics, water, sewer, gas and electric to name a few. This accumulation of underground facilities often are not accurately "as-built", marked or recorded and prior to beginning underground construction, it is imperative that full and accurate locations of facilities are required for a successful project. Without this information, the City would be exposed to potential construction delays, change orders, design changes and project cost overruns. CAS's experience in the design of underground stormwater conveyance, treatment and water and sewer utilities for over 30 years in South Florida have driven the firm to develop and operate a utility locating division in-house due to past delays and inaccuracy from outsourcing this service to subcontractors. We started this division in 2001 due to the increasing clutter underground within right-of-ways and to better serve our clients. CAS also owns and operates the onlv operating 3D scanning equipment in the South Florida. We purchased a license to operate this equipment to more accurately locate underground facilities. This commitment to professionalism in underground mapping and surveying (SUE - Subsurface Underground Engineering) sets us apart from other firms that design underground facilities such as stormwater conveyance and utilities. CAS is the best qualified for this project due to: . In-house SUE and 3D Radar Scanning; guaranteed accuracy with one firm. . 30 years of experience in stormwater design and construction management in South Florida. . Knowledge of the Sunny Isles area due to our work in both neighboring communities of Bal Harbour Village and Town of Golden Beach. . CAS has the experienced staff available NOW and commits to an accelerated schedule through completion. CRAIG A. SMITH & ASSOCIATES Proposer: Craig A. Smith & Associates RFQ No. 11-11-02 8