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• • SECTION 4 At the Design Development level, the goal of this submittal is essentially to create a preliminary version of the construction documents. They are drawings that build upon the Schematic Design package, and will incorporate comments received from the City. During this phase of the design process, the artistic use of construction materials, and the exploration of techniques to promote the optimum performance of urban landscapes is a key focus. As we develop a concept, we explore the functional aspects of the project while expanding on the aesthetic and underlying spirit of the design. Materials, spatial relationships, construction methods are considered to maximize aesthetic value, all while promoting durability and longevity of materials. Additionally, as the character of the project is further refined, construction budgets are checked and refined. At the Construction Documentation stage of the design process, the EDSA team will further refine and prepare documents in sufficient detail to permit and implement the project. Typically this is done in two (2) to four (4) submissions, depending on the complexity of the project. Often times we recommend submitting preliminary drawings, at a 90% level to obtain permit comments, so that we can incorporate the permit comments into the 100% Bid and Construction Set. We employ over 30 practicing landscape architects licensed in the State of Florida, all of whom have led successful design and construction projects. It is this depth of knowledge and practical experience which provides excellent judgment and quality control for documents. Permitting We have been responsible for some of the more challenging entitlement processes taking place in the City in recent years. These projects have required us to work successfully with many community entities along the way, most notably related to the Bahia Mar Beach Resort, and over time with many private projects within the City and in South Florida.Through these experiences we have established respect and teamwork with the City and the community at large. Bidding Assistance Depending on the type of contractual relationship the City intends to have with its subcontractors, we at EDSA are well versed in the bidding process. We have had extensive experience with design-bid,Guaranteed Maximum Price, as well as Design-Build. During this phase of work, our team will be at the City's disposal to meet with contractors, the city's procurement office and officials, and be available to review and help tabulate technical bids from contractors. As part of this process, we are also available to develop addendums, if necessary and attend and facilitate pre-bid conferences and site visits. Construction Administration During construction, we possess an excellent record of communication with both the Contractor and the Client. We understand that field conditions can require inventive, practical solutions to arising obstacles, and we possess the judgment and experience to successfully deal with these. We look forward to the opportunity to utilize our skills for the benefit of the Sunny Isles Beach community. OVERALL ORGANIZATION TO COMPLETING THE PROJECT At EDSA we have capabilities of providing full scope design services. With a firm that is organized in a studio atmosphere, designers that start your project, finish your project. EDSA supports its staff in understanding each level of the design process. Providing your projects with a consistent team ensures project schedules and cost controls are kept in balance. We understand that the City needs a landscape architect who can lead a project's vision from concept to reality, while working in an interdisciplinary mode with City departments and other consultants in a coordinated and unified fashion. We are submitting EDSA's qualifications individually, understanding that we would be linked to a team of consultants who will be assembled by the City on a project basis. Additionally, if it is necessary to provide the City with a list of world-class sub-consultants on an assignment by assignment basis, we have a vast network of teaming partners and are happy to make recommendations. We are accustomed to working with both local and international consultants, and welcome teaming with the appropriate consultants designated by the City. EDSA's Submittal for RFO No. 12-04-02 - 49