Specifications include, but are not limited to: Each elevation shall consist of several marked steps to be approved by the local authority having jurisdiction in order to initiate, execute, and closeout each project. These steps may require multiple site visits by various professionals along with meetings between the Prime Contractor, NCEM, subgrantee representative, and/or homeowner(s). The Prime Contractor(s) and/or licensed professional shall schedule or provide services that include, but are not limited to, the following: a) PRE-CONSTRUCTION CONFERENCE: A meeting between NCEM and the Prime Contractor to discuss the initial project schedule and Scope of Work after the award of the Contract. After schedule is approved, the city, town, or county shall be notified in order to relay anticipated schedule to each homeowner. Prime Contractor will be responsible for contacting each homeowner a minimum of 14 days prior to the start of construction at their property. Additionally, Land and Right of Entry documentation shall be verified for each project site to allow NCEM, Prime Contractor and all subcontractors access to the properties in order to perform duties. b) INITIAL EVALUATION: Prime Contractor conducts initial site visit to determine the feasibility of elevating the structure. If elevation is determined to be feasible, PE and/or RA to create pre-developed design concepts. A completed feasibility analysis shall be provided to NCEM along with an outline of the general methods and operational procedures from the Prime Contractor for completing the elevation...
