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HomeMy WebLinkAboutContractCAG-23-003 01.03.2023 Proposal to Provide Plan Check and Building Inspection Services for the City of Renton. Scope of Work Page 1 of 2 December 14, 2022 EXHIBIT A - (Scope of Work/Budget) Scope of Work Plan Review Services 4LEAF will provide on- or off-site plan review for any and all types of structures to ensure compliance with all adopted codes, local ordinances and state and federal laws that pertain to Building and Safety, and for compliance with the adopted International Code Council (ICC) Building, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, National Fire Protection codes and standards, and all other applicable ordinances. Types of projects we provide these services for include; Single-Family Dwellings, Multi-Family Dwelling Units, Commercial, and Industrial. Approach We understand that specific building plan review responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: • Examining plans, drawings, specifications, computations documents, soils reports, and any additional data; • Ascertaining whether projects are in accordance with applicable building and fire codes, and City ordinances, including but not limited to Title 24 and Title 25; • Performing such reviews as, structural, MEP, green building, fire and life safety, grading and drainage; • Reviewing plans to ensure conformity to the required strengths, stresses, strains, loads, and stability as per the applicable laws; • Reviewing plans to ensure conformity with use and occupancy classification, general building heights and areas, types of construction, fire resistance construction and protection systems, means of egress, accessibility, structural design, soils and foundations; and masonry; • Providing additional plan review services as requested by the City; • Conducting all plan review at the City Department or, as needed, at a site mutually agreed upon in writing and; • Supplying all plan review staff with all code books and other basic professional references. • Documentation control and off-site electronic plan review through our EZPlan Review Portal and Bluebeam Revu systems where all reviews are conducted by a licensed Engineer or Architect. Turn-Around Times Off-site plan reviews are performed at our office, with plans transmitted by personal delivery or overnight service. Type of Plans Transportation Initial Review Resubmittal Review 2nd Resubmittal Review Expedited Review Expedited Resubmittal *Residential < 24 Hours (pick up & delivery) < 10 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 3 Days **Multi- Family < 24 Hours (pick up & delivery) < 10 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 3 Days Commercial < 24 Hours (pick up & delivery) < 10 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 5 Days < 3 Days ***Large Commercial > 15,000 s.f. < 24 Hours (pick up & delivery) Negotiable Negotiable Negotiable Negotiable Negotiable Proposal to Provide Plan Check and Building Inspection Services for the City of Renton. Scope of Work Page 2 of 2 December 14, 2022 *Larger complex plan reviews can be negotiated to achieve the best possible pricing. 4LEAF has a proven track record of working with municipalities to provide expedited reviews with special discounted pricing. Pick-up of all plans will be performed by 4LEAF staff within 24 hours of the City’s phone call or e-mail. 4LEAF staff will transport the plans to and from the City upon a phone call to the 4LEAF office or a simply e-mail for “pick-up” to pickup@4leafinc.com. Pick-ups are at no additional cost. Inspection Services 4LEAF can provide interim or full-time inspectors same-day or within one business day. Simply call, email, or text our assigned Project Manager for an immediate response. Periodic Inspection Services  Available Next Day Part-Time Inspection Services  Available Next Day (within 24 hours) Full-Time Inspection Services  Available Two Days or Less Project Specific Inspection Services  Available Two Days or Less On Call Building Department Staff Services 4LEAF Permit Technician Staff must be experienced and dedicated to serving the public at the Planning and Building Department counter. Typical duties include: • Accepting Plans for Plan Check • Verification that Plans are accurate and complete • Calculate Permit Fees • Explain ordinances and procedures to owners, contractors, developers, architects, and general public • Assist with preparation of permit applications • Receive Plans for Planning and Building permits and route to various agencies (if requested) • Accept complaints on code violations, process, and record complaints • Answer telephone for field and office staff • Process inspection requests • Maintain files for building permits • Operate Building Department’s computerized information system • Input variety of information including building permits and inspections • Complete related duties and responsibilities as assigned by Building Official and Senior staff members Building Department Services Placement Schedule Building Department Staff Interim Full-Time Permit Technician (ICC Certified) Less Than 2 Days Less Than 5 Days Assistant Permit Technician/ Counter Staff Less Than 2 Days Less Than 5 Days Building Official Less Than 2 Days Less Than 15 Days Public Works Inspection Services In addition to building inspection, 4LEAF has an experienced staff that provides public works inspection, adhering to the same inspection turnaround times. Our many public works projects include light-rail extension projects, water/sewer systems, roadways, and bridges. Our team of qualified public works inspectors is available should you have needs in this area. Scope of Services – Plan Check and Building Inspection Services to the City of Renton Page 1 December 16, 2022 FEE SCHEDULE 2023 FEE SCHEDULE & BASIS OF CHARGES FOR THE CITY OF RENTON All Rates are Subject to Basis of Charges PLAN REVIEW COST STRUCTURE NOTES Plan Review Percentage: 70% (Inclusive of all disciplines except Fire and Civil which are billed on an hourly basis) Hourly Plan Review: $105 Non-Structural Review $137 Structural Review Fee includes:  Initial review and two (2) rechecks. Hourly charges apply after three (3) or more rechecks.  Shipping, courier, and electronic service. Building Chief Building Official .......................................................................................................................... $130/hour Structural Plan Review Engineer ......................................................................................................... $137/hour Non-Structural Plans Examiner............................................................................................................ $105/hour Senior Combination Building Inspector (Building Inspector III)............................................................ $104/hour Commercial Building Inspector (Building Inspector II) ......................................................................... $89/hour Residential Building Inspector (Building Inspector I) ........................................................................... $79/hour Senior Electrical Inspector (Building III) ................................................................................................ $104/hour Electrical Inspector (Building II) ............................................................................................................ $89/hour Electrical Inspector (Building I) ............................................................................................................. $79/hour Permit Manager .................................................................................................................................. $84/hour Senior Permit Technician..................................................................................................................... $75/hour Permit Technician ............................................................................................................................... $65/hour Clerk/Administrator ............................................................................................................................ $59/hour Civil Plan Review (Grading, Improvement Plans) ................................................................................. $150/hour Inspector of Record ............................................................................................................................. $145/hour GoFormz Software .................................................................................................................. $50/user monthly Code Enforcement Code Enforcement Director ............................................................................................................... $145/hour Code Enforcement Manager ............................................................................................................. $130/hour Senior Code Enforcement Officer ...................................................................................................... $105/hour Code Enforcement Officer II .............................................................................................................. $92/hour Code Enforcement Officer I ............................................................................................................... $85/hour Code Enforcement Officer ................................................................................................................. $75/hour Fire Fire Protection Engineer (FPE) ............................................................................................................. $160/hour Fire Prevention Officer ........................................................................................................................ $140/hour Fire Plans Examiner ............................................................................................................................. $135/hour Scope of Services – Plan Check and Building Inspection Services to the City of Renton Page 2 December 16, 2022 Fire Inspector II.................................................................................................................................... $101/hour Fire Inspector I .................................................................................................................................... $90/hour Project Management Project Manager.................................................................................................................................. $160/hour Principal-in-Charge............................................................................................................................... $205/hour Planning Housing Policy Director ..................................................................................................................... $190/hour Planning Director .............................................................................................................................. $160/hour Principal/Planning Manager .............................................................................................................. $142/hour Senior Planner ................................................................................................................................... $130/hour Associate Planner .............................................................................................................................. $115/hour Assistant Planner ............................................................................................................................... $98/hour Planning Technician .......................................................................................................................... $82/hour Engineering, Public Works Inspection, & Construction Management (Prevailing Wage) Civil Plan Review (Grading, Improvement Plans) ................................................................................. $150/hour Traffic Engineer ..................................................................................................................................... $160/hour Construction Manager .......................................................................................................................... $150/hour Public Works Inspector (Regular Time) ................................................................................................ $120/hour BASIS OF CHARGES Rates are inclusive of “tools of the trade” such as forms, telephones, and consumables. • All invoicing will be submitted monthly. • Staff Augmentation work (excluding plan review) is subject to 4-hour minimum charges unless stated otherwise. Services billed in 4-hour increments. • Most plan reviews will be done in 10 business days or less and 5 business days or less for re-checks. This is not inclusive of holidays or the day of the pick-up of plans. • Expedited reviews will be billed at 1.5x the plan review fee listed in the fee schedule. Return time will be within seven (7) days of receipt of the plans from the City. • Plan review of deferred submittals & revisions will be billed at the hourly rates listed. • All plan review services will be subject to a $250.00 minimum fee if percentage-based fee or 2-hour minimum charge if hourly rates apply. • Larger complex plan reviews can be negotiated to achieve the best possible pricing. • All plan review services will be subject to 2-hour minimum fee. • All plan review services are billed on a percentage basis and includes the initial review and 2 rechecks. - Plan reviews will be billed on an hourly basis only after the initial review and 2 rechecks unless otherwise agreed upon on a case-by-case basis. - Fire and Civil Reviews are billed on an hourly basis and are not included in our plan review percentage. • Mileage driven during the course of Inspections will be charged at cost plus 20%.