project. Based on the requirements of the County, the consultant shall provide engineering services meeting all standards and codes used in design for basic services as required on projects as follows: The Consultant shall: • Review existing drawings, plans, and actual conditions, and advise the County on issues of concern regarding design, material selection, cost estimation as well as cost (life cycle) analysis; • Provide schematic and design development, bid documents, and a detailed cost estimate at each phase, which may include: o Attend coordination meetings o Provide progress prints/cost estimates (labor and materials) at appropriate intervals o Include elevations and/or three-dimensional renderings (as requested) o Provide design drawings which shall include all components and accessories; • Assist in the bidding phases: o Attend pre-bid and pre-construction meetings o Answer questions/clarifications during bidding; • Review and evaluate submittals and claims for extra costs; • Inspect the construction site and actively participate in on-site construction meetings. Advise the County regarding interpretations of contract documents and payments to contractors; and • Conduct and assist the County for substantial completion by preparing a punch list and conducting a final inspection. - Pre-Design Evaluation - Consult with the County and other necessary and appropriate government entities, utilities, organizations, and persons in order to ascertain project requirements and review the program prepared by the County, recommending any necessary revisions. - Cost Estimating / Condition Survey and Report - Investigate, analyze and measure the existing facilities to determine the information necessary for project work....
