Sebring Parkway Phase III from Sebring Parkway at 90° turn to
Memorial Drive Highland County, FL / Design-Build
Highland County RFP No: 13-034 / Project No: 09021 /
FPID: 420082-2-58-01
July 8, 2013
Highlands County
Engineering Department
505 S. Commerce Avenue
Sebring, FL 33870-3869
Dear Technical Review Committee:
Ranger Construction Industries, Inc. (Ranger) is very pleased to submit this
Expanded Letter of Interest (ELOI) for the Sebring Parkway Phase III from Sebring
Parkway to Memorial Drive in Highlands County, FL a Design-Build project. The
Ranger Team understands that the drainage and permitting, construction phasing and
sequencing, utility coordination and handling of the unsuitable soils are critical issues
on this project. Ranger is one of the largest heavy-highway contractors in Florida
with significant experience with FDOT. Our Central Florida operations and asphalt
plant are based in Fort Pierce. The Team assures the County that a local workforce
will build this project. We are not “brokers” we are contractors that take pride in our
work and local communities. Ranger has completed 21 FDOT Design-Build
projects with a construction value of over $1.5 billion and our construction approach
will save time and money.
Our Team understands that this project is a LAP project with FDOT funding. We
have worked on numerous LAP projects and understand their contractual
requirements. As shown in the table to the right our Team has all the necessary
FDOT pre-qualifications to provide the necessary services for this project. Ranger
has assembled an outstanding team of construction and design professionals who
possess the motivation and experience to provide superior Design-Build services to
help meet the County’s growing transportation needs. Ranger will lead the team with
its project management and construction expertise. Joining Ranger as lead designer is
Horizon, a proven and reputable transportation design firm that has a strong history of
providing superior Design-Build services. GMB Engineers & Planners, Inc. (GMB)
will be providing Signalization & Lighting, Professional Services Industries, Inc.
(PSI) for Geotechnical and Contamination Services, Scheda Ecological Associates
(Scheda) for Environmental Services and Southeastern Survey and Mapping
Corporation (SSMC) for Design Survey and Sub-Surface Utility Exploration.
PRIME CONTRACTOR
ENTITY
ZZZPRIME
CONTRACTOR/ /LEGAL
LEGAL ENTITY
Ranger Construction Industries, Inc.
(Ranger)
1200 Elboc Way
Winter Garden, FL 34787
Contact: Scott Fowler, Vice President
sfowler@rangerconstruction.com
Phone: 407.656.9255
Fax: 407.656.3188
Work Class Qualifications:
Grading, Drainage, Flexible Paving, and Hot
Plant-Mix Bituminous Course
Horizon Engineering Group, Inc. (Horizon)
3.1, 3.2, 7.1
Lead Design Firm
2603 Maitland Center Parkway, Suite B
Maitland, FL 32751
Contact: Scott Seck, PE
spseck@horizoncivil.com
GMB Engineers & Planners (GMB)
3.1, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3.1, 7.1, 7.3
Signalization & Lighting
Professional Services Industries, Inc. (PSI)
9.1, 9.2, 9.3
Geotechnical, Contamination
Scheda Ecological Associates (Scheda)
Environmental
Southeastern Surveying & Mapping
Corporation (SSMC) 8.1, 8.2, 8.4
Topographic Design Survey, SUE
PAST PERFORMANCE HISTORY
Contractor Grades: All team members bring an established history of successful
TABLE 1 - CONTRACTOR GRADES
project execution with recognized standards of quality and service. Since 2007,
CONTRAC
CPPR
PROJECT NAME
Ranger has completed 60 projects for the FDOT with an overall CPPR score of 99; 32 T NUMBER
RATING
of these projects scored 100 or greater. We have provided CPPR grades for six recent
T5108
D5: US 27 – Lake County
101
arterial projects which are similar in scope to the Sebring Parkway Phase III project.
T5109
D5: US 27 – Lake County
108
We also want to highlight our exceptionally high grades on our two US 27 major
T5191
D5: SR 33 – Lake County
104
urban arterial widening/reconstruction projects. Both of these projects were
T5262
D5: SR 513 – Brevard County
106
completed well ahead of schedule. The US 27 (SR 50 to SR 561) project won the
T4193
D4: SR 60 – Indian River
106
FTBA/FDOT Best in Urban Construction Award, 2008, and Ranger had the unique
T4192
D4: SR 5 (US 1) – St. Lucie
106
opportunity to work cooperatively with FDOT’s in-house CEI staff. All of the grades
listed are especially relevant to this project because the scope of work is similar (Table 1).
Design Consultant Grades: Horizon has earned a well-deserved reputation for providing
DESIGN CONSULTANT GRADES
Firm
Grades
outstanding design services on conventional Bid-Build projects and Design Build projects.
3.9-Construction
The table on the right shows the design consultant grades that Horizon has received from Horizon Engineering Group
3.5-Average
FDOT. Another indication of the performance of Horizon’s service is the technical scores
they have received on recent Design-Build projects. Over the last six years Horizon has pursued six Design-Build projects and for five of
those Design-Build pursuits Horizon’s team received the highest technical grades. This showcases Horizon’s technical experience and
ability to bring innovative, cost saving and efficient solutions to everyday challenges for Design-Build projects. Horizon has also received
two FTBA “Best in Construction” awards for two Design-Build projects in which they served as the lead designer. As part of Central
Florida’s Engineer Week in 2008, Horizon was presented the Outstanding Small Organization of the Year (<100 employees) and in
2011 Horizon’s Pete Manz, PE was awarded the Lifetime Achievement in Engineering Award.
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PROJECT EXPERIENCE AND RESOURCES
Ranger has successfully completed numerous Design-Build projects across the state of Florida since 1981. During this time, Ranger has
emerged as a leader in both conventional Bid-Build projects and Design-Build projects. Ranger has worked in Central Florida for over
30 years and has participated in 21 Design-Build projects with a construction value of over $1.5 billion. Our “lessons learned” include
streamlining the Design-Build process by solidifying relationships with leading specialized subcontractors, resulting in improved
performance and greater pricing flexibility. The following are the Team’s Design-Build Experience projects:
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DESIGN-BUILD EXPERIENCE (Contractor and Design Consultants)
1. I-4 at SR 46 Interchange Improvements, FDOT D5 ($26 Million): Ranger is
the lead contractor. Horizon is the lead design firm for the redesign of the
interchange at SR 46 including the design of 3.5 miles of collector distributor road,
milling and resurfacing 3.0 miles of I-4, drainage design, permitting, traffic control
plans and significant utility relocation. Horizon managed the design of the 2 bridge
widenings and one new bridge, high mast lighting, and extensive ITS design.
2. SR 35 (Baseline Road), FDOT D5 ($24 Million): Horizon was the lead design
firm for the widening and reconstruction of 7.0 miles of a rural 2-lane roadway to a
4-lane divided urban roadway. Project included 9 stormwater retention facilities,
MSE Walls, two new bridge crossings (4 total structures), 2000 LF of sound walls,
permitting and environmental activities associated with gopher tortoise relocations
and cogon grass remediation. This project won the 2012 FTBA Best in
Construction Award for Partnering. Horizon performed the utility coordination
which required weekly meetings to resolve potential challenges and delays.
3. I-95 Design-Build from Indian River County to Palm Bay Road, FDOT D5,
Brevard County ($57 Million) Ranger is the lead contractor for the design and
construction of the 12 miles of mainline improvements, four miles median
guardrail, ramp widening at the southbound exit ramp to Malabar Road (SR 514)
for additional turn lanes, and new signals at the interchange.
4. SR 200 Widening, FDOT D2 ($59 Million): Horizon is the lead design firm for
the widening and reconstruction of the 17 mile Limited Access 4-lane facility. The
project included roadway, drainage design, permitting, signing and pavement
markings and utility relocations. Horizon managed the design of the 7 bridge
crossings (14 total bridge structures), 16 box culvert replacements and 17 retention
ponds.
5. Ft. Fraser Trail, Lakeland, FL ($750 Thousand): Ranger was the lead
contractor for the extension of Ft. Frasier Trail to other recreational trails towards
Bartow.
6. SR 44 Grade Separation, FDOT D5 ($12 Million): Horizon was the lead
design firm for the 4-lane divided roadway, bridge approaches, drainage design,
permitting, traffic control plans, and numerous utility relocations. Horizon managed
the environmental activities and the design of the MSE Walls and a 528’ - 5 span,
4-lane divided bridge structure over the CSX railroad in Wildwood, FL. This
project won the 2011 FTBA Best in Construction Award for Minor Bridges.
7. SR 35 Bridge Replacement, FDOT D5 ($13 Million): Horizon was the lead
design firm for the design of a 4-lane divided roadway, bridge approaches, drainage
design, permitting, traffic control plans and numerous utility relocations. Horizon
managed the environmental activities and design of the MSE Walls and a 418’ - 3
span, 4-lane divided bridge over the CSX railroad.
8. I-95 Widening; Flagler CL to SR 207($34 Million): Ranger is the lead
contractor for the 13 miles of widening from 4 to 6 lanes; milling, resurfacing and
cross-slope correction; rest area parking lot restoration. Lump sum project included
QC 2000 & 5-year asphalt warranty.
9. Red Bug Lake Road Pedestrian Bridge, Seminole County ($2.1 Million):
Horizon was responsible for the Trail, Roadway, Drainage, S&PM, MOT and
Utility Coordination. This project consists of a single span bridge crossing Red Bug
Road utilizing a custom pre-stressed inverted-T beam that supports the deck slab
near the bottom flange of the beam. The bridge has decorative architectural features
including an architectural reveal to mimic features of the school as well as pier
columns topped with decorative obelisks.
10. I-95 Widening; Malabar to Palm Bay Road ($20 Million): Ranger is the lead
contractor for the widening of 4 to 6 lanes for 4 miles of interstate, including bridge
widening.
11. I-95 Widening: St. Lucie County ($78 Million): Ranger is the lead contractor
for the Design-Build, bridge replacements and widening, drainage work to local
roads and intersection improvements.
Project Similarities
Roadway Widening
/ Drainage / MOT /
Utilities / Signals /
Environmental
Roadway Widening
/ Drainage /
Complex MOT /
Utilities / Signals /
Environmental /
Permitting
Roadway Widening
/ Paving / Drainage /
MOT / Utilities
Roadway Widening
/ Drainage / MOT /
Utilities / Signals /
Environmental
Roadway Widening
/ Paving / Drainage /
MOT / Utilities
Roadway Widening
/ Drainage / MOT /
Utilities / Signals /
Environmental /
Permitting
Roadway Widening
/ Drainage / MOT /
Utilities / Signals /
Environmental
Widening / Bridge
Widening
Design-Build /
Drainage
Improvements /
Utilities / MOT
Expedited Schedule
Widening / Bridge
Work
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Ranger Team is very qualified and capable of providing Highlands County with a successful project. Other similar projects which
demonstrate our qualifications are shown below. In fact, both US 27 projects were identical in scope to this project and were located within
one mile of this project. We would also like to point out that we will be completing our I-4/SR 46 Design-Build project within the next few
months and both Mike Trail and Pat Monroe will be moved to this project should we be fortunate enough to win. The following are the
Team’s Similar Type projects:
SIMILAR TYPE OF WORK EXPERIENCE
Project Similarities
1. Bayshore Boulevard, Port St. Lucie ($18 Million): Ranger was the lead
contractor for the multiple phase urban roadway reconstruction. Widening from 2
Roadway
to 4 lanes with a complete drainage system including pond construction. Project
Construction/
was in a section of Port St. Lucie that required constant Business and Homeowner
Utility/Drainage
coordination.
2. US 17/92 from Seminole County Line to Lake of Woods Blvd, FDOT D5 Roadway Widening/
($16 Million): Horizon was the lead design firm for upgrading the existing
Drainage/MOT/
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roadway to a 6-lane urban-divided facility in a highly developed area. Project
Utilities /Signals/
included reconstruction of the NB and WB ramps for the US 17/92 & Maitland
Environmental/
Blvd Interchange. Signal designs, water and sewer utility design, utility
Permitting
coordination, street lighting, and a comprehensive landscape design were also
included.
3. US 27 Reconstruction from SR 50 to SR 561, Lake County- FDOT D5 ($25 Roadway Widening/
Million): Ranger is the lead contractor for the 3.5 miles of widening and
Utilities/ Drainage
reconstruction with 5 major signalized intersections. The project won the FTBA
Best in Construction “Urban” in 2008.
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4. SR 15 from Lee Vista Blvd to Conway Rd, FDOT D5 ($15 Million): Horizon Roadway Widening/
is the lead design firm for the reconstruction of 4.5 miles of a two lane rural section
Drainage/Complex
to a four lane divided urban facility with curb and gutter and closed drainage
MOT/Utilities/
system. The project was divided into two roadway design projects with separate
Signals/
stand-alone construction plans. Project included major utility coordination efforts
Environmental/
with JPA’s with City of Orlando and Orange County for water and sewer utility
Permitting
construction. Complex MOT was required to maintain access to numerous
businesses while sequencing the construction to minimize lane shifts.
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5. US 27 at Four Corners, Lake County – FDOT D5 ($23 Million): Ranger was Roadway Widening/
Utility/ Drainage
the lead contractor for the 3 mile of widening project that was taken from a 4 lane
facility to a 6 lane configuration. The project finished 2 months ahead of schedule.
6. SR 415 from Seminole County Line to Reed Ellis Road, Volusia County, Roadway Widening/
FDOT D5 ($45 Million): Horizon served as the lead design firm for the widening
Drainage/ MOT/
of 2.3 miles of a 2-lane rural section to a 4-lane high speed rural divided facility.
Utilities/
Design included a new 2,231-foot, 2-lane bridge over the St. Johns River, and a
Environmental/
476-foot replacement retrofit for the center spans of the existing bridge. Project
Permitting
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included MOT design, and utility coordination.
7. SR 513 Widening and Resurfacing, Brevard County, ($8.3 Million): Ranger Roadway Widening /
was the lead contractor for a 3-mile stretch of South Patrick Drive in the City of
Drainage / Utilities
Satellite Beach. Widening, utility and drainage improvements, signalization, and
asphalt resurfacing.
8. SR 40 East of Ocala, FDOT D5 ($90 Million): Horizon is the lead design firm Roadway Widening/
for the reconstruction of 4.5 miles of a 2-lane rural section to a 4-lane high speed
Drainage / MOT /
rural divided facility, roadway drainage design, utility coordination. Horizon is
Utilities / Signals /
managing the design of two separate 2-lane 2,250’ bridge structures over the
Environmental /
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Ocklawaha River, 100’ bridges over Half Mile Creek and 2 separate 50’ wildlife
Permitting
crossing bridges, and permitting.
9. SR 60 from 82nd to 66th, FDOT D4 ($18 Million): Ranger was the lead Roadway Widening /
contractor for the 2-mile reconstruction, widening to multi-lane highway, sidewalk
Sidewalk
and complete reconstruction of storm sewer system.
10. US 192 from SR 535 to Hoagland Blvd, FDOT D5 ($31 Million): Horizon Roadway Widening /
staff were the EOR on this project that included 3 miles of roadway reconstruction, Drainage / Complex
including the demolition and replacement of the bridge over Shingle Creek.
MOT / Utilities/
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Environmental /
11. CR 54 Polk County Widening ($17 Million): Ranger was the lead contractor Roadway Widening /
2 miles of widening for the Polk County BOCC. The project included coordination
Drainage / Utility
with local residents as this was a high traffic area. The road was taken from a two
Coordination
lane to a four lane facility.
12. SR 70: Header Canal to C-24 Canal/Rim Ditch, FDOT D4 ($17.4 Million): Roadway / Drainage
Ranger was the lead contractor for the reconstruction of 3.1 miles of a 2-lane to 4- / Extensive Utilities /
lane highway. Work mix included mass earthwork, bridge, drainage and roadway
Community
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construction.
Involvement
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Scheda Ecological Associates, Inc. (Scheda) is a Floridaregistered corporation committed to providing both private and
public sector clients with innovative, cost-effective solutions for
a changing environment. With Florida offices in Tampa,
Sarasota, Delray Beach, Sunrise, Miami and the Panama City
area, Scheda’s highly motivated staff of experienced
professionals provide a variety of environmental consulting
services. Scheda’s team of professionals also has extensive
experience in the field of habitat mapping, restoration, and
design having overseen or designed thousands of acres of
freshwater and estuarine habitats.
Southeastern Surveying & Mapping Corporation (SSMC)
will provide all surveying and SUE services along with any
as-built survey tasks required by the project contract or
permitting agencies requiring certification by a professional
surveyor and mapper. All data will receive a rigorous Quality
Assurance/Quality Control review. SSMC has extensive
experience in these activities, and will provide high quality
data while adding numerous benefits to the production and
schedule
of
this
project.
Project Experience
Utilities
Design
Construction
Staffing Plan: Our approach to staffing is straightforward: combine a team of motivated and
qualified professionals, with established working relationships, and deep roots in the local
community. The Ranger Team brings together an unparalleled group of local contractors and
engineers, leaders in both construction and design of major highways and bridges. We have the
requisite management and technical support to deliver to Highland County a successful project.
All of the professionals presented have well-established reputations based on similar new
alignment/interchange work.
Key Staff Members
Patrick Flynn
Construction Project Manager
Michael Neal
Construction Design-Build Coordinator
Charlie Geiger
Construction Roadway Superintendent
Mike Jensen
Construction Structures Superintendent
Scott Seck, PE
Design Project Manager
Joey Roselli, PE
Design Roadway Engineer of Record
Lisa Olivera, PE
Drainage Engineer of Record
Sarah Matin, PE
Utility Coordination Manager
Arterial
Firm Organization:
Since 1979, Ranger Construction
Industries, Inc. has earned a reputation with FDOT for
producing consistent, quality results on high-profile DB projects,
resurfacing and widening projects, interchanges, and new
alignments. In addition to performing most of the construction
activities, Ranger will be responsible for management,
coordination, safety, schedule adherence and overall team
performance. With a current bonding capacity of $750 million,
Ranger is able to apply ample resources (67% of capacity is
uncommitted) to successfully plan, manage and expeditiously
construct this critical environmentally sensitive new alignment
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI) is a national
construction materials testing, geotechnical and environmental
engineering corporation with over 2,500 professional engineers,
materials testing inspectors, field and laboratory technicians and
support personnel across the country. Established in Florida
since 1975, they have Florida staff in excess of 200 professionals
located in 9 offices. There nationwide network of offices
enables them to provide local response, assuring the client’s
needs can always be quickly and efficiently met.
FDOT
We employ a full-time safety director who inspects all sites,
implements a project-specific safety plan, and confirms
compliance with OSHA regulations. Though safety is the
responsibility of every team member, Ranger will provide Rick
Boardman as Safety Director, he will be in charge of maintaining
safety throughout the project limits. Rick will establish the
project-specific safety plan in accordance with the contract
requirements and Ranger’s corporate safety plan. He will
conduct independent safety inspections and report his findings to
the Area Manager, Project Manager and Superintendent. Each
day starts with a safety meeting wherein the planned work is
reviewed and safe operations are discussed. Weekly safety
meetings will also be conducted as part of the Team’s standard
operating procedure.
GMB Engineers & Planners (GMB) strives to develop
practical solutions built on total transportation planning, traffic
operations, and engineering principles. GMB has established a
practice that is based on the philosophy that high quality service,
products and communication are paramount for success. Since
our inception in 1999, GMB has become recognized as one of
the leading transportation-consulting firms in the area. GMB’s
talented team of specialized staff includes registered professional
engineers and planners supported by a highly technical team.
DesignBuild
All of Ranger’s supervisory personnel have been 10-hour
OSHA-trained and ATSSA-certified for traffic safety. Many are
also FDEP Certified Stormwater Inspectors. Ranger considers
the safety of its employees and the public to be of the utmost
importance. Our ability to achieve a superior safety record is
clear evidence of good management, and we will do everything
within reason to maintain and improve our position. We intend
to provide a healthy and safe place of employment for all
employees; abide by all relevant federal, state, and local laws
and regulations; and guided by good practice as necessary for
location and circumstances.
Horizon Engineering Group, Inc. (Horizon) is a multidiscipline firm founded a decade ago with a strong record of
providing quality Design-Build engineering services and
specializes in developing roadway, drainage, MOT, structural
and utility design solutions that consider site-specific
constructability constraints while adhering to Highlands County
Standards.
% Availability
Modification Rating: Safety is the
most important aspect of the Ranger
Team’s day-to-day activities. A
current
Experience
Modification
Rating (EMR) of 0.69 for Ranger
demonstrates our commitment to a
safe work environment. An EMR of 1.0 is considered the
industry average; the lower the number of workman
compensation claims that have been paid, the lower the EMR.
Years of
Experience
Contractor Experience
EMR
Ranger
.69
National Avg. 1.0
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We have supplemented our Team with several highly respected subconsultants who have a long history of working together on both
traditional and Design-Build projects and who have proven reputations for providing excellent services for FDOT. Brief biographies
of the key support staff members can be found below:
Patrick Flynn (Ranger) has 12 years of progressive
responsibility and experience in all aspects of management
and supervision of road and bridge construction. His primary
experience includes FDOT project management and
administration. Past responsibilities include field inspection,
material sampling and testing, field documentation, and pay
quantity tracking.
Michael Neal (Ranger) has 20 years in construction
supervision, budgeting, contracting, purchasing and invoicing.
He is experienced in full on-site construction management and
land development; efficiently schedule, monitor, and inspect
all work from start to customer orientation. Mr. Neal works
effectively with architects, engineers, developers, contractors,
inspectors, and city officials.
Charlie Geiger (Ranger) has over 24 years of experience in
the construction industry. He has had between $30 to well
over $140 Million under his supervision at any one time. He
has been responsible for coordinating schedules, meetings
with the Owners, Subcontractors, Engineers, Operational
Supervisors and his Project Managers. He is responsible for
reviewing change orders production reports, and setting
paving goals. He assists in Safety training and provides
technical assistance. Also provides production updates to the
VP of Construction to achieve the goals set forth by the
project. OSHA regulations and general safety expectations are
stringently maintained. He has past experience with Anderson
Columbia and Martin Paving.
Mike Jensen (Ranger) has 25 years’ experience in the field
of transportation and services as the Area Paving Manager.
His experience encompasses all areas of roadway
construction. He has continually advanced his career from
laborer to foreman to superintendent and now Area Manager.
His expertise in the field is evidenced by the numerous awards
that he has helped the company achieve. Quality customer
service and workmanship are always his priority.
Scott Seck, PE (Horizon) has 19 years of roadway
experience. As a PM he has managed numerous County and
FDOT projects and will be responsible for the management
and coordination of all the Team Members. His recent
experience includes the SR 200 (US 301) Design-Build
project that is a 17 mile widening project in Limited Access
R/W, I-4 at SR 46 Interchange Improvement Design-Build
project, the SR 686 / I-275 Interchange VECP and the SR 415
widening project.
Joey Roselli, PE (Horizon) has over 9 years of transportation
experience and will be engineer of record for the Roadway,
S&PM, and MOT design. His experience includes the SR 200
Design-Build project, Osceola Parkway Phase I and Phase II
(Osceola County) and the Suncoast Parkway II (FTE).
Lisa Olivera, PE (Horizon) Drainage Engineer of Record
brings 16 years of experience to this project. She has served
as the Drainage Engineer on four Design-Build projects
including the SR 200 Widening project, SR 35 (Baseline Rd)
project. Other experience includes I-95 Widening (Brevard
County), SR 415 Widening (Volusia County) and the US
17/92 project.
Sarah Matin, PE (Horizon) Utility Coordination Manager
brings 9 years of experience in Utility Coordination to this
project. She has served as the Utility Coordination Manager
on four Design-Build projects including the SR 200 Widening
project, SR 35 (Baseline Rd) project, I-4 at SR 46 Interchange
and the SR 44 Grade Separation.
Dante Gabriel, PE, PTOE (GMB) has 31 years of
experience in all facets of traffic engineering and
transportation planning activities. He is responsible for all
production work involving traffic signal systems and signal
timing, signing and pavement markings, maintenance of
traffic, roadway lighting, parking layout, Intelligent
Transportation System (ITS) and other design activities. He
also serves as a senior resource officer for the development of
traffic elements for Developments of Regional Impact (DRIs),
comprehensive plans, specific area plans, transportation
modeling and design traffic projects, roadway corridor
preliminary engineering studies, and other studies involving
assessment of traffic impacts of site development projects.
Kathryn Lee, PE (GMB) has an extensive background in the
design of signalization, signing, pavement marking, and traffic
control plans. She is familiar with plan preparation standards
at the state, county and city levels, as well as, the private
sector. As a Senior Project Manager at GMB with over 28
years of experience, Ms. Lee continues to strengthen her
expertise in traffic operations while branching into traffic
engineering and transportation planning studies. She serves as
Project Engineer for traffic engineering design activities,
Transportation Safety Studies and Access Management
Studies and is responsible for design and production work
involving traffic signal systems, traffic signal warrants and
timing plans, signing and pavement marking plans,
maintenance of traffic plans and parking lot circulation and
design.
Ambar Diaz, PE (GMB) has over 9 years of experience and
serves as a Transportation Engineer. Ms. Diaz serves as
design engineer for Maintenance of Traffic (MOT),
Signalization, Roadway Lighting and Signing and Marking
projects.
Ms. Diaz possesses extensive knowledge of
MicroStation Computer Aided Design (CAD), the Florida
Department of Transportation (FDOT) Design Index and
FDOT Plans Preparation Manual, as well as, a wide variety of
data processing software.
Amy Guisinger, PE (PSI) has 10 years of experience as a
Geotechnical Project Engineer and her experience includes
shallow and deep foundation analyses, retaining wall and soil
anchor system design, settlement and slope stability analyses,
and pavement evaluation.
Michael Bair, ASP (PSI) has over 17 years of experience in
environmental industry. His responsibilities include contract
management for the environmental aspects of roadway
improvement projects (DOT, County, and City), management
of several municipal contracts, environmental construction
management, Preapproval sites, State Cleanup sites,
contamination assessments, and remediation of impacted soil
and groundwater.
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Robert Mrykalo (Scheda) has a Master of Science in
Environmental Science and Policy from the University of
South Florida and is an Environmental Scientist at Scheda.
Mr. Mrykalo is an ecologist with more than 9 years of
experience in wildlife habitat evaluation, wildlife ecology,
floral and faunal surveys, radio telemetry, environmental
permitting, and Geographic Information Systems. Mr.
Mrykalo has conducted wildlife surveys, documented wetland
jurisdictional boundaries, and determined wildlife and wetland
mitigation requirements for a wide variety of projects.
Kristin Caruso (Scheda) has a Master of Science in Biology
from the University of South Florida. She is a Senior
Environmental Scientist and the Transportation Team Leader
at Scheda as well as a Certified Ecologist by the Ecological
Society of America. Ms. Caruso has more than 12 years of
experience working on a variety of ecological projects
including surveying, monitoring and assessing floral and
faunal species in terrestrial and aquatic environments, wetland
determinations and permitting, monitoring and evaluating
reclamation of phosphate-mined lands, and composition of
GIS databases, maps and reports. She has worked as Project
Manager and Project Coordinator on large projects that
involved significant permitting agency coordination, field
work planning and execution, data compilation and analysis,
report composition, and permit application and/or compliance.
James “Jim” Dunn (SSMC) has over 44 years of
Professional Surveying and Mapping Services experience. Jim
has been personally responsible for the management of
thousands of projects involving all aspects of Surveying and
Mapping Services to include Topographic, Boundary, Control,
As-Built, Hydrographic, Mean High Water Line, Quantity,
Design, ROW Mapping, Construction Layout, Land Platting
and Special Purpose or Miscellaneous Surveys,
Descriptions/Sketches, Survey Support for Aerial Photography
and Mapping, Subsurface Utility Designation/Location using
Conventional Methods and Ground Penetrating Radar.
Darryll DeMarsh (SSMC) has 20 years SUE experience and
has served as SSMC’s Statewide Utility Division Manager for
the past 14 years. Darryll serves as Utility Division Manager
for various Continuing Utility Designation and Location
Services Contracts. Darryll is responsible for coordinating,
estimating, managing and administrating utility projects for
design and relocation and is responsible for planning Utility
Mapping Projects for conflict verification.
Resources: Construction Resources - Ranger has all of the
management, field personnel, and equipment necessary to
effectively manage and expedite the completion of the Sebring
Parkway Phase III project.
DESIGN
Design Resources - Completing six
RESOURCES
Design-Build projects over the last six
Firm
# of Staff
years Horizon has developed their staff
Horizon
19
resources to work within this fastGMB
32
paced delivery method while providing
PSI
56
a quality product to their client.
Scheda
19
Receiving the highest technical grades
SSMC
70
on five of these Design-Build projects
showcases their technical experience and ability to bring
innovative, cost saving and efficient solutions to everyday
challenges.
Location: Ranger’s regional office is located in Ft. Pierce
within 1 hour of the project, giving the Ranger Team the
ability to respond quickly to project demands and manage
the project effectively and efficiently. Horizon and our
subconsultants will staff the project from their respective
Maitland and Orlando area office locations for project support.
Environmental Record: The Ranger Team is committed to
minimizing and avoiding impacts to water, wetlands, and all
environmentally sensitive areas. Our approach to erosion and
sediment control will focus on prompt and effective use of
best management practices, followed by consistent monitoring
of devices, particularly after storm events. We continually
educate employees on environmental compliance; Ranger has
more than 40 FDOT Environmental Protection- qualified
stormwater management inspectors in the state.
Jo Moore, Ranger’s Environmental Director - will be charged
with establishing
and
implementing a project specific
Environmental Program. She will be responsible for the
development of a program of procedures, compliance
documentation, and “hands-on” training to eliminate any
potential compliance issues. Rob Mrykalo will assist Jo with
early identification of the environmental parameters during the
project design phase, and training of field personnel during
construction activities.
Environmental stewardship will be managed through various
activities including:
 Relocation of any tortoises prior to construction.
 Educate field personnel on proper procedures while
working next to environmentally sensitive areas.
 Minimize noise in the work zone.
 Maintain a full-time water truck to control dust.
 Maintain sediment and turbidity barriers.
 Use of laser-guided grading technology.
 Application of warm-mix asphalt for temporary pavement.
 Develop and implement a Spill Prevention Control and
Countermeasures (SPCC) Plan.
 Develop and implement a Stormwater Pollution Prevention
Plan (SWPPP) as part of obtaining a National Pollutant
Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit.
Plan for Completing the Work: The Ranger Team’s plan is
based on providing the necessary leadership, detailed planning
and scheduling, establishing clear lines of communication and
authority, adherence to safety and quality control plans and
promoting a teamwork environment with all stakeholders.
Patrick Flynn, Construction Project Manager has the proven
experience to successfully lead this effort. Horizon’s, Scott
Seck, PE will manage the overall design phase of this project.
Scott’s focus will be on leading the design team in the
development of the best design solutions for the project and
maintaining clear communication across the entire team. The
Team will use a proven comprehensive Project Management
Plan to keep all aspects of the project organized and on track.
The plan is broken down into the following phases:
Design Phase - The initial focus of the design phase will be
finalizing the drainage system and performing geotechnical
investigations/design for any subsoil removal and the roadway
construction. Our team will take the approach of designing for
the ultimate and the interim construction concurrently and
interdependently throughout the design phase keeping in mind
how future construction will be accomplished and reducing
throw away work. Weekly meetings with the design team will
be held to expedite constructability input and preferred means
and methods. County representatives will be included in the
process and over-the-shoulder review meetings held to help
expedite County review of required submittals.
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Early coordination with all Utility Agency Owners (UAOs) is
vital for this project as no utility work schedules (UWS) have
been completed for this project. Our objective is to minimize
utility impacts and expedite necessary relocations; therefore
we will work closely with the UAOs to develop win-win
solutions for all stakeholders. This effort will begin during the
Technical Proposal Phase and continue through final design.
We will hold weekly meetings with UAOs to ensure
coordination is kept at a high priority and to identify and
resolve issues immediately.
A key component to our plan will be to implement an “Early
Works” design submittal package which will expedite critical
construction activities. Anticipated components of an “Early
Works” package will be: erosion control, temporary traffic
control plans (TTCP), clearing and grubbing, and drainage.
Several key project issues that we have focused a majority of
our attention on at this time include: unsuitable soil removal
and replacement, utility coordination, drainage and TTCP.
Construction Phase - The primary focus in this phase is on
detailed planning, coordination, and on-time execution. We
will identify and track key milestones, to ensure contract
schedule is on pace. Progress toward these milestones will be
discussed at each weekly meeting so adjustments to resources
or approach can be made long before there is any impact to the
project schedule.
Our main objective while constructing this project is to first
and foremost provide a safe project for all personal on the
project. Controlling noise and dust to local homes is another
objective we consider a high priority. Our approach will be
focused on completing the project quickly and efficiently.
With the project corridor being cleared and no existing traffic
we will be able expedite construction. We will maintain close
coordination with property owners to communicate our plans
for maintaining safe access to their businesses and operations
during construction.
Quality Control - The Ranger Team is ultimately responsible
for the quality of the project, from design development
through completion of construction. Quality control measures
will be strictly followed throughout the life of the project.
Adherence to the project Quality Management Plan (QMP)
will ensure all elements of this DB project conform to
appropriate standards and criteria. The project will be
reviewed for consistency with FDOT & County criteria.
-Design: Our Design QC Manager will be Jerry Warren, PE
who has over 27 years of transportation engineering
experience. He will work with our Design Project Manager
to hand select each design QC reviewer, in order to provide
an independent review of all aspects of the design for this
project. Independent reviews will be conducted on all
aspects of the work and will be included in the project
schedule submitted in Phase II of this procurement process.
Ranger staff will perform over-the-shoulder reviews of the
plans to identify any constructability issues and expedite the
design submittals.
-Construction: Personal accountability, ownership, and
pride of workmanship with zero re-work will be fostered
within the Team, with the clear understanding that quality is
a top priority and everyone’s responsibility. Prior to
commencement of construction, we will submit a job guide
schedule (JGS) for approval using the laboratory
information management system (LIMS). The format of the
JGS will be the same as FDOT’s Sampling, Testing, and
Reporting Guide to easily audit compliance with the project
requirements. Ranger will utilize PSI for QA/QC testing
and inspection for all construction activities, Jimmy Greims
will be the QC Manager and he will be supported by Trent
Dion, Asphalt QC Manager for Ranger.
Approach and Understanding: Project Overview - The
roadway typical section consists of a rural 4 lane (two 12’
lanes in each direction) roadway divided by a 22 foot median.
This project will be designed for the ultimate typical section
but only construct the east side lanes as an interim condition
with 1 lane in each direction. Our design approach will
incorporate as much of the final condition as possible reducing
throw away work and provide a seamless straightforward
future construction of the additional lanes. For example our
team will explore roundabout options at the intersection of
College Drive that will be optimized and developed for the
final configuration by aligning the southbound leg to align
with the future west side lanes and transition back into the
interim condition. This will eliminate future construction of
the roundabout and make the future connection much easier.
Early in the design process our team will develop
recommendations for the ultimate intersection at Ben Eastman
Rd, Manatee Dr. S, Scenic Highway, and Manatee Dr. N. We
will also develop an access management plan for the ultimate
configuration consistent with FDOT criteria.
The roadway will be designed for 50 MPH for the first 3+
miles and 40 mph for the last mile. Upon review of the plans
our team noticed some optimization to the profile that can be
done by eliminating unneeded sag curves that meet grade
differentials that do not require vertical curves. We will also
adjust the VC at Stations 70+50, 98+50 and 185+00 into
compliance with the Florida Green Book 50 MPH criteria. Our
team will also evaluate and optimize the profile with the future
lanes in mind to minimize and balance earthwork volumes.
During our initial investigation we found potential seasonal
high water table elevations at or near the existing ground from
approximately Station 95+00 to 150+00. The profile provided
in the 60% plans will be evaluated through these areas to
determine if adjustments need to be made after further
geotechnical studies are complete.
Our team will explore a safer option for the last horizontal
curve near College Drive. Currently the curve has a radius of
930’ which at 40 mph would need a superelevation rate of
e=4.8% (Rural Criteria, eMax=10%) or e=RC (Urban Criteria,
eMax=5%). The existing plans show a NC. We will develop
these options and present them to the county through the ATC
process.
Drainage Design – The roadway corridor, in its existing
condition, drains to Lake Glenada, Lake Denton, Little Red
Water Lake, Lake Sebring, and Dinner Lake. All of these
water bodies are within open basins with the exception of
Lake Denton and Dinner Lake and, according to the FDEP
website, Lake Glenada and Lake Sebring are impaired for
nutrients and mercury, respectively.
Based on a review of the concept plans and quad maps for the
area, it appears that the project would be divided into six
drainage basins. Some form of storage will need to be
provided such that treatment and attenuation can be provided
for the project area in both the interim and the ultimate
conditions. Furthermore, areas draining to impaired water
bodies will need to show a pollutant loading analysis to
demonstrate a net improvement. The concept plans currently
show no right of way for ponds and a review of the property
appraiser’s website confirms this. In the ultimate condition,
pond sites will need to be acquired. It could be advantageous
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to the County to design, permit, and acquire right of way for
the ultimate condition now so offsite property owners are only
impacted one time. If this option is not available at this time,
our team will investigate the possibility of utilizing the
remainder of the roadway right of way for storage in the
interim condition and designing ponds for the ultimate
condition that will be constructed at the time of the roadway
four laning. The soils onsite are primarily well drained with
high depths to groundwater indicating dry retention may be a
viable option for treatment of runoff throughout much of the
corridor. Towards the middle of the project, however, the
water table is shallow and wet detention will likely be
required. Our team will determine the exact number of
drainage basins and location of storage areas by performing a
pond siting analysis similar to those required for FDOT
projects.
The roadway runoff will be conveyed to the various storage
areas via roadside ditches. The outside ditches shown in the
concept plans are shallow and, as such, do not appear to
facilitate drainage of the median ditch. As an alternative, our
team will consider the use of a raised median to eliminate the
need for median drains. In superelevated sections, median
drainage will be necessary and our team will evaluate
alternatives to ensure positive drainage can be provided.
Although this project lies within an abandoned railroad
corridor, any cross drains the may have once existed have
since been removed. An understanding of the existing
conditions is critical to ensure that drainage patterns are not
interrupted by the proposed improvements, particularly when
sizing and locating cross drains. Two locations have been
identified in the scope for placement of cross drains however,
based on a review of the contours and cross sections, it is
anticipated that additional crossings will be required. All
cross drains that are installed through the corridor will be
designed to meet FDOT criteria.
A review of the FEMA FIRM panel indicates that the majority
of the project is not within any designated floodplain. The
only potential for floodplain impacts is at the channel crossing
located near station 105+20 in the concept plans. The impacts
at this location are anticipated to be minor and are likely
compensable within the roadway right of way.
Environmental/Permitting – It is anticipated that this project
will require an Environmental Resource Permit from the
Southwest Florida Water Management District (SWFWMD)
and a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) permit for
wetland impacts. Pre-application meeting notes with the
SWFWMD, included with the advertisement package, indicate
that treatment will need to be provided for the entire project
area and contributing offsite areas in addition to the
aforementioned pollutant loading analysis in impaired basins.
Attenuation will need to be provided for the 25 year 24 hour
storm event in open basins and the 100 year 24 hour storm
event in closed basins. With respect to wetland impacts, either
a minimum 15 foot (average 25 foot) conservation area
setback will need to be provided or secondary impacts will
need to be accounted for.
There are two ditch/channel crossings and two shrub wetland
systems. Scheda Ecological Associates, Inc. will assist the
design-build team with permitting at both the State and
Federal levels for all proposed impacts. Mitigation strategies
will be identified and implemented as required to receive the
proper permits. . Since the project is located outside a service
area of a private mitigation bank, other alternatives must be
evaluated such as preparation of a cumulative impact analysis
to mitigate out-of-basin using a private bank, onsite
mitigation, or establishment of a partnership with a
conservation agency for offsite mitigation. The design build
team will submit an NPDES Notice of Intent for a Generic
Permit for Stormwater Discharge from Large and Small
Construction Activities.
Scheda has relevant permitting experience as a result of
permitting other projects in this region of Florida, involving
similar wetland and protected species issues. While a
relocation effort for the gopher tortoise has already occurred,
it was completed over a year ago and individuals may have
moved back into the project footprint. Our approach will be to
resurvey the proposed impact area; should it be determined
that gopher tortoises again occupy the area, we will assist the
design-build team with permitting and relocation within the
90-day window prior to construction. In addition, formal sand
skink and scrub jay surveys, performed in accordance with
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) requirements, are
expected to be required prior to obtaining the project’s federal
permit. Scheda ecologists are well-versed in these survey
methodologies which have recently been revised, and the
resulting permitting requirements.
Survey seasonality
constraints apply for these species, particularly for the sand
skink; early coordination with the USFWS is therefore crucial
to maintaining the desired project schedule.
Signalization - The design and construction of two traffic
signals on Sebring Parkway Phase III located at its
intersections with Sebring Parkway Phase I 900 Turn and
Scenic Highway will conform to the latest editions of the
MUTCD, FDOT Standards & Specifications, Approved
Products List, Qualified Products List, and Highlands County
Signal Systems.
The design-build team will construct the traffic signals using
galvanized finish single arm mast poles with street light arm
attachments and 400-watt High Pressure Sodium luminaires.
The signal plans will be designed to accommodate the
necessary number of ultimate signal heads (i.e., one signal
head for every through and left-turn lane including the use of
4-section signal heads where deemed appropriate), satisfy
MUTCD distance from stop bar to signal head criteria (i.e., 40
ft. minimum and 180 ft. maximum), satisfy clear zone criteria,
and avoid conflicts with existing and proposed utilities.
Pedestrian signals to serve the adjacent multi-use trail will be
placed to provide direct line of sight and accessibility;
supplemental crosswalks will be provided to minimize
pedestrian exposure distances. Any special design calculations
needed to support the structural and foundation design of
signal poles will also be provided by the design build team.
We will also develop local controller timings at each
intersection including vehicle and pedestrian clearance
intervals using the MUTCD and ITE methodology.
The signalization plans will be compatible with Highlands
County’s signal systems and include the following elements:
 Peek cabinet and Peek ATC controller with UPS battery
backup Peek Meyers type cabinet attachment.
 GPS Opticom preemption units, factory wired in the
cabinets.
 6’x6’ Type B advance loops and 6’x50’ Type F presence
loops for left-turn lanes and side street vehicle detection.
 Rack mounted vehicle detectors.
 All signal and pedestrian indications will be LED type
including Police enforcement blue confirmation lights.
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Signal heads and blue confirmation lights will be attached
to mast arms using Pelco Astro brackets. Disconnect type
hangers will not be utilized.
Pedestrian pedestal assemblies, with countdown modules
will be 4.5” OD aluminum posts on Pelco bases.
Double sided free swinging internally illuminated street
name signs will be mounted to the mast pole using
approved arm bracket. The signs will have separate
circuit breakers and controlled by one master photocell.
Pull boxes and covers will be of non-metallic construction
with recessed cover logo “traffic signal”.
Controller base pads will be poured in place concrete with
a minimum height of 2.5’ with the concrete landing
formed as one.
Controller cabinet will maintain compatibility with
Highlands County’s communications paging system
installed by Transportation Control Systems.
Geotechnical - PSI’s capabilities include material sampling
and testing, subsurface investigation, percolation tests, and
associated geotechnical and professional consulting services
supported by modern equipment that is provided in-house.
Our equipment inventory includes six modern drill rigs, a Pile
Driving Analyzer, and one automatic LBR penetration
machine. For engineering analyses and report generation, our
staff utilizes a computer network system which provides our
staff with a large selection of in-house software, including
software for word processing, engineering analysis and
graphics (AutoCAD).
Our approach to geotechnical services will follow a series of
steps in order to assure each project requirement is adequately
addressed. The major steps of our plan are outlined below.
 Field Exploration and Testing – Field representatives will
execute subsurface exploration and testing as required to
provide a complete design for the roadway, signals, and
drainage.
Should field conditions indicate the
investigative methods, scope, or testing need to be
modified, PSI will immediately notify your Project
Manager regarding these modifications prior to
proceeding with additional work. PSI will obtain written
authorization prior to proceeding with any modifications
to the previously approved investigation or testing
program.
 Laboratory Testing – Laboratory testing will be
conducted to determine engineering properties to be used
in the analyses. Laboratory testing will begin as soon as
samples become available, prior to all fieldwork being
completed, in order to expedite project completion. The
project engineer will review laboratory data as tests are
completed.
Any laboratory test results that may
significantly impact the project will be immediately
communicated to the Project Manager. Laboratory
services will be conducted on a 24-hour schedule, if
necessary, to meet project demands.
 Engineering Evaluation – At project initiation,
preliminary engineering evaluation will begin. The
evaluation will continue throughout the course of the
project based on the field and laboratory data. The
engineer will outline potential alternative solutions, and
discuss possible alternatives, associated risks and costs.
The engineer will then develop engineering parameters
from the completed field and laboratory data. The
engineer will analyze and evaluate alternatives and select
recommended alternatives.
 Reporting
–
The
engineering
analyses
and
recommendations will be discussed in a formal
preliminary report. All reports will receive a senior
author review (QA/QC) prior to submittal. Comments
received on preliminary reports will be incorporated into a
final report which will be submitted with an executive
summary in the cover letter. All reports submitted will be
prepared considering the contract requirements for
contents, required information and format.
Topographic Survey / SUE - The goals of this Survey are to
review, verify and update the 3D and 2D location of ground
features Sebring Parkway Phase III providing the design
survey for this project in support of construction activities.
The major tasks to be performed will be collection of
supplemental 3D data necessary to create an accurate final
digital terrain model (DTM), and also subsurface utility
engineering (SUE). Records research will include Right of
Way (R/W) Maps, project network control data sheets, and
underground utility records.
During the initial subsurface utility investigation, SSMC’s
Utility Division will employ state-of-the-art sensing devices,
which includes Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), as well as
records research in order to designate underground utilities.
SSMC will then use highly mobile and safe damage-free
vacuum excavation equipment to safely uncover and
positively identify subsurface utilities. The SSMC Utility
Field Crews are additionally equipped with Real Time
Kinematic (RTK) GPS receivers, which enable them to
quickly and accurately locate the exposed utility when
performing Test Holes or Vvh (Verified Vertical Elevation
and Horizontal Location).Prior to construction, the SSMC
team will recover and check all primary horizontal and vertical
control stations established for the design phase of the project.
Additional control points will be placed and controlled at
locations more suitable for construction activities.
Maintainability - The Ranger Team understands that the costs
for the Department do not end once the construction on the
project is completed; there is significant maintenance costs
associated with the up-keep on County facilities. We have
explored ideas to implement on this project that will help to
mitigate costs and we will continue to explore other
maintenance saving ideas throughout the design phase.
Utility Approach – A preliminary Sunshine One Call indicated
eight utility owners; City of Avon Park Water and Sewer, City
of Sebring Water and Sewer, Century Link, Comcast Cable,
Progress Energy, MCI, Sebring Gas System and Teco Peoples
Gas may be within the new alignment. A review of the
Sebring Parkway Phase III project corridor and concept plans
shows most utility impacts at connections to existing cross
streets; Memorial Drive and College Drive, Manatee Drive,
Scenic Highway and the connection into the existing Sebring
Parkway. Existing Progress Energy overhead electric crosses
at Ben Eastman Road, and then again at the intersection with
Manatee Drive South. The overhead electric comes into the
project limits on the north roadway at the proposed shoulder,
continuing to Manatee Drive South. This facility will require
relocation. Additional utility investigation will be necessary
to determine all proposed impacts. Our team will meet early
with all utility owners located within the project limits during
the proposal phase to minimize impacts. We will also discuss
and proposed utility work schedules to ensure this work can be
accommodated into the overall project schedule. Coordination
with all involved utility owners will be a necessary and vital
element of the proposed roadway design.
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Maintenance of Traffic – Even though the corridor is free from
traffic MOT will still be a main focus of our team. We will
ensure all access points and cross streets remain open
throughout the project duration. The major effort for the MOT
will be in constructing the roundabout at College Drive. Our
team will utilize FDOT design standards and practical
approach while minimizing impact and never jeopardizing
safety of the traveling public.
Accelerated Delivery: The Team’s focus and ability to selfperform the major design disciplines, and construction
activities including; structures, drainage, earth work, grading,
base and paving will enable our Team to control and
aggressively pursue the critical path activities. In addition, we
are confident that our innovative approach will ensure that we
achieve our goal of completing this project well under the
1095 days specified in the RFP.
Coordination Plan: Our goal is to build this project without a
single complaint, and to earn high praise from the County and
project stakeholders. We understand the challenges facing this
project and will work with each stakeholder to identify their
issues and develop a win-win strategy for all. Our Team will
create a data base and stakeholder analysis of all project
stakeholders, including adjacent construction projects being
done for the County and local municipalities. The goal of the
stakeholder analysis is to develop a strategic view of the
relationships between the different stakeholders and to identify
the issues they care about most, as well as to identify
potential conflicts or risks that could jeopardize the
project schedule and success.
Value Added Initiatives / Extended Warranties: As
demonstrated our Team’s project approach will integrate
economical solutions, innovative design, and construction
techniques that will produce the best value with the least
amount of impacts to the traveling public and accelerated
project delivery. Based on the scope work included in this
project, Ranger is confident we can offer extended warranties
on many features of work.
Our Team’s coordination effort and planning has already
begun and will continue throughout the project duration. If
awarded the project we will hold a partnering workshop to
develop expectations and goals, establish clear lines of
communication, levels of authority, teamwork and required
outcomes for all stakeholders.
Context Sensitivity: Our approach to developing context
sensitive solutions begins by thinking beyond the pavement.
The primary goal is a safe facility that accommodates all
users. It is also important to address community needs and
expectations in order to produce a project with minimal
disruption that has lasting value. We will solicit local
input on preferences for project features. We will also
implement forward-moving work zones to limit nuisance
back-up beeping of work zone vehicles.
Innovative Design Concepts: Throughout our ELOI, we have
identified several design and construction concepts that will
significantly reduce the impacts to the construction costs and
time.
Our Team has been assembled with a clear chain of command
for communication and our Design-Build Coordinator,
Micheal Neal, will be responsible to timely and accurately
disburse information both internally between the design team,
project management staff and field personnel as well as
externally with Highlands County. We will hold regularly
scheduled weekly meetings for all necessary disciplines as
needed through the duration of the project. An integral part of
this coordination effort is fostering an atmosphere of
partnering and trust between all project partners.
Our Team acknowledges the balance between saving
construction costs and the need to meet the requirements of
the County. We recognize the benefits of the County process
and look forward to working with Highlands County to further
develop our innovative concepts related to this project. Open
dialogue during the process will lead to the project’s success
and help optimize this balance.
Public Information: Throughout the project, communication
with Highlands County will be vitally important to ensure the
project status and issues are presented accurately and timely.
Coordination with emergency services is critical during
construction; especially during major events and in the event
of a hurricane. A detailed Hurricane Preparedness Plan will be
developed prior to the start of construction.
Closing: Ranger Team is fully prepared and excited about the
opportunity to design and construct this project, and is
confident that we will achieve the highest level of quality
while exceeding Highlands County’s expectations.
Thank you in advance for your consideration of the Ranger
Team. We look forward to working with you on the DesignBuild process.
Ranger Team Advantage
Effective Use of Technology: Ranger uses state-of-the-art
project modeling and GPS technologies to provide grade
control. These technologies improve the productivity of our
equipment operator and they provide significant improvement
to the overall quality of the project. In addition, we utilize
Sharepoint as a common storage location for all project
communication and documentation and have found this to be a
tremendous benefit on past DB projects for providing easy and
fast access to information for all Team members.
Sincerely,
Ranger Construction Industries, Inc.
Accelerated Start-Up: Our Team’s Project Managers have
been involved with this project and will continue to be
involved through Phase II and the design and construction
phases, thus providing a faster start-up and continuity
throughout all phases of the project.
Scott Fowler, Vice President
sfowler@rangerconstruction.com