ELLIOT DUDNIK & ASSOCIATES

1. DESIGN PHASE

a.  Conferences, research, analyses and studies to determine the scope
     of the project, its relation to the site and its surround-ings; development
     of the general program plan, suitable structural systems and 
     probable cost.
b.  Field measurement, surveys and other investigation and, where 
     necessary, documentation of the existing conditions including existing 
     materials and construction, room layouts, elevations, structural and 
     non-structural elements, mechanical and electrical systems, drainage 
     and sewers and other relevant data.
c.  Analysis of the pertinent and applicable building codes, ordinances, 
     zoning requirements, and standards.
d.  Preparation and presentation of schematic or diagrammatic sketches
     including floor plans, elevations and/or models. 
e.  Review and selection of the quality of materials, workmanship, and
     mechanical and electrical systems to be employed.
f.   Refinement of the schematic plans based upon reviews and the
     selection of materials and systems.

2.  CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS OR WORKING DRAWING PHASE

a.  Preparation of construction documents consisting of working drawings,
     detailed specifications, bidding information and pro-posal forms based
     upon the preliminary drawings and indicating, in detail, the design,
     type, extent, and location of materials, structure, finishes, mechanical
     and special equipment.
b.  Preparation and coordination of structural, mechanical, electrical and,
     if necessary, special equipment drawings and any needed collaboration
     with engineers, technicians and specialists to facilitate proper 
     integration of the structure, heating, venti-lating, air conditioning,
     sanitary, electrical, fire prevention and control systems.

3.  BIDDING OR NEGOTIATION PHASE

a.  Interviewing or investigating of contracting organizations, the
     negotiation of one of the various types of fixed-fee or cost-plus 
     agreements, or the issuance of invitations to qualified contractors
     to submit lump-sum construction proposals.
b.  Clarification of the bid documents and issuance of any addenda
     or other changes to the bid documents.
c.  Assistance in the analysis of proposals received and
     recommendations for their acceptance and in the preparation of the
     agreements and permit applications.

4. CONSTRUCTION OR CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION PHASE

a.  Checking subcontractors’ shop or fabrication drawings, data sheets,
     manufacturer’s specifications, samples and tests to de-termine their
     compliance with the construction documents. 
b.  Examinations of the contractor’s progress schedules and investigation
     and approval of subcontractors.
c.  Making periodic observations or site inspections of the construction
     in progress at intervals deemed necessary by the archi-tect to ascertain
     that the work is being executed in substantial compliance with the
     contract documents. 
d.  Review of the contractor’s applications for payments, affidavits
     and waivers of lien, and issuing certificates to authorize proper
     payment.
e.  Preparing and issuing any change orders or other modifications
     to the contract documents including any new or revised draw-ings,
     specifications, details or other instructions.
f.   Inspecting the work, verifying that guarantees and waivers are delivered,
     and issuing a certification that the terms of the con-struction contract
     have been satisfied.

OTHER SERVICES THAT WE CAN ALSO PROVIDE

1)  site selection and evaluation prior to initiation of the building program 
2)  environmental studies 
3)  energy studies and LEED-certification 
4)  financial feasibility studies and reports 
5)  preparation and appearance before historic preservation, zoning, 
     site-plan or appearance commissions or boards 
6)  planning tenant or retail spaces 
7)  design of furniture or custom-built units