Fort Wayne District Experience

B&N & Strand have worked with the Fort Wayne District on 100 projects in the last 10 years. While some of these projects have been large, like to the I-469 pavement reconstruction, most are small and likely similar to the projects to be assigned as part of this On-Call. Collectively our team has already had four successful “On-Call” contracts with the Fort Wayne District. This established track record of success is proof of our Team’s commitment to meeting the needs and expectations of the Fort Wayne District.

Project Manager

Greg Rominger has a wide range of experience including managing four District On-Call Contracts. As a result, he understands the staffing demands associated with an on-call contract. In addition, as the department manager, Greg has the full resources of the Indianapolis transportation staff at his disposal. Greg is also familiar with bundling projects as he has previously managed a project which bundled 15 Des. Numbers.

Project Team

We have assembled a team of two Design Consultants with a proven history of working for the Fort Wayne District. In addition, our team has an established track record of working together successfully. We currently have other active contracts with all of our sub-consultants including five on-going contracts with our major design partner Strand.

Letter of Interest On Call – Project Development Service Fort Wayne District RFP No. 1704 Item 10

Responsible Office: Burgess & Niple, Inc. 251 N. Illinois Street

Capital Center Suite 920 Indianapolis, IN 46204

(317) 237-2760

Authorized Negotiator: E. Scott Sondles, PE, VP

Indianapolis Office Director scott.sondles@burgessniple.com

Project Team

Burgess & Niple, Inc. – 54%

3.1, 4.1, 5.1, 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, 5.6, 5.7, 5.8, 5.11, 6.1, 8.2, 9.2, 10.1, 10.2, 10.3, 10.4, 11.1

Strand Associates – 36%

3.1, 4.1, 5.7, 5.8, 5.11, 6.1, 8.2, 9.2, 10.1, 10.4, 11.1

VS Engineering (DBE) – 3%

2.1, 2.2, 6.1

Green 3, LLC (DBE) – 3% 5.1, 5.3, 5.9, 5.10

CTL Engineering of Indiana – 3%

7.1

Dodd Title Corp (DBE) – 1% 12.2

Responsive & Resourceful Both design consultants making up the B&N Team have above average Budget and Responsiveness scores. We believe this is a testament to our team’s management, innovation, and responsiveness. In addition, B&N will be submitting tracings on two very large projects for the Greenfield District by August, providing additional capacity.

Team Organization and Capacity

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Project Manager Greg Rominger, PE1

Roadway Design Team 1

Engineers Brian Moore, PE1 David Lenzer, PE1 Ray Robison, Jr., PE1 Max Kitten, EI1

Team Leader Jason Mathias, PE1

Roadway Design Team 2

Engineers Mike Robison, Jr., PE1 Robert Milligan, PE1 Amy Rosepiler, PE1 Kevin McKeel, EI1

Team Leader Michael Smtih, PE1

Bridge Design Team 1

Engineers Brad Stiffler, PE1 Travis Butz, PE1 Nick Eckstein, EI1

Team Leader Jeff Drake, PE1

Bridge Design Team 2

Engineers Scott Ribble, PE1 Alice Chen, PE1 Ahmmed Hammada, EI1

Team Leader Steve Anslinger, PE1

QA/QC Bill Hawkins, PE2

Bridge Design Team 3

Engineers Chris Bland, PE2 Danel Shoshino, EI2

Team Leader Eric Brunn, PE2

Roadway Design Team 3

Engineers Jason Hoy, PE2

Jeremy Brodhacker, PE 2 Andrea Baily, EI2

Team Leader Marc Rape, PE2

Support Services

Traffic Randy Kill, PE, PTOE1

Survey Mark Teepe, PLS1 Aaron Backherms, PLS1 Chris Lykins, LSIT1 Matt Healy, LS, EI3

Tim Darnall1 Bill Duncan1

Geotechnical Engineering Ali Karaki, PE5

Environmental Document Rick Fitch1 Emily Stulik4

Utility Coordination Jason Bagwell, PE1 Greg Rominger, PE1 Jason Mathias, PE1

B&N - 1 Strand - 2

VS - 3 Green 3 – 4

CTL - 5

Project Manager

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Greg Rominger, PE Greg is the ideal project manager for this contract having managed Roadway projects in Indiana for the past 35 years. This experience includes managing four district “On-Call” projects over the past 10 years. As a result of this unmatched experience, he has seen it all and knows what to look for, how to anticipate the problems, and most importantly how to successfully design around them. His intimate understanding of INDOT’s specifications and how to apply them will give you peace of mind; knowing he will efficiently handle all task assignments by selecting the appropriate team leader and design team for each project, ensuring the schedules are met and the projects stay within budget, while trying to minimize costs. . He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering from Purdue University.

- Charles Bradsky Project Manager

I-94 District Pavement Project

“Greg has worked diligently with the scope towards minimizing the costs. Costs to date are almost 20% of the appropriated project costs, which is huge on a project this size. Greg is willing to work with INDOT on reducing cost on other projects in this area by incorporating those projects under this project.”

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A Trusted Partner

Working on this large number of projects has given the B&N Team the opportunity to work closely with many of the District Project Managers, but also other district staff including Traffic Engineers, Area Engineers (AE) and Construction Project Engineers. These relationships have led to even better communication and a willingness to work together to achieve the best results. We embrace involvement with the construction team by: Completing Contract Prep Document before sending to AE with time set

recommendations included. Providing the AE and Construction Project Engineer a list of items we would like their

input on before field check meetings.

Unequaled Experience and Familiarity

As shown on the map to the left, the B&N Team has completed or is completing a considerable number of projects in the Fort Wayne District. These projects have ranged from small projects such as HMA overlays and small structure replacements to large more complex projects such as the I-69 & SR 1 Diverging Diamond Interchange.

We Really are a TEAM!

We don’t just claim to be a team for the sake of this proposal. We truly do have a successful track record of working together in the past. B&N and Strand have worked together as a team repeatedly and successfully. We currently have five on-going projects together, three of those are with other district offices. We are also a team on the statewide consultant design review contract, which allows us to work together on a daily basis.

The B&N Team has worked on 100 projects in the Fort Wayne District in the last 10 years.

Staying Fully Engaged

We have worked with construction staff during the design and until a project is completely built. Some examples of this include: Prompt answers to questions from the field. Site visits to help find solutions to unexpected field conditions.

This was particularly evident and critical on a complex project like the I-69/DuPont Rd. DDI Interchange project that won the 2016 ACEC Project of the Year in Indiana and on the current I-469 Reconstruction Project.

Road Design/Rehabilitation

Bridge Design/Rehabiliation

Small Structure Replacement

Intersection Improvements

Interchange Improvements

Survey

Project Approach

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INDOT Assigns Project

B&N Assigns

Task Lead

Hold Scoping Meeting

Develop Scope,

Fee, Schedule

& Workplan

Kick-Off Meeting

Project Implementation While every project is unique, all must be channeled through an organized process to stay on track and achieve success. This begins with good initial planning. The keys to successful project are communication, responsiveness to the client and all stakeholders, and attention to schedule. A good implementation plan includes the following actions: Understand the project and develop a comprehensive scope of work. Assign the right leader and team to the project. Clarify PM expectations with a kickoff meeting.

Project Understanding

We understand on-call assignments usually consist of very diverse tasks with a wide variety of different sized projects. Many may require a fast turnaround to meet very tight construction schedules. Some may be bundled with many other projects, which requires additional coordination to put the contract document package together. It is our understanding from discussions with Fort Wayne District staff this particular On-call contract will be primarily aimed at general program development projects for the 2021 Fiscal Year Programs and later. However, new money from the legislature is now imminent and that infusion of cash may bring the need to reorganize the program and accelerate schedules in order to utilize newly available resources. Our On-Call experience includes four previous District On-call projects led by B&N for three district. B&N has also been a major design sub on four other District On-Call contracts. We have a statewide bridge shop plan review contract and design review contract, both of which require a lot of flexibility and quick responsiveness with little advance notice. In addition, our team partner Strand has been involved in six previous on-call projects. The B&N Team offers a multitude of services including survey, environmental document preparation, Right-of-Way engineering and plan preparation, utility coordination and others.

Communication Plan Our team is committed to providing extraordinary communication to assure your needs are met. The FIRST STEP is to communicate with the INDOT project manager to establish their expectations and agree upon:

Detailed Scope of Work Identify PM’s Expectations Schedule Milestones Project Budget Possible Red Flags

We are sensitive and alert to all factors involved in a project. We begin each project by investigating potential problems or red flags which could cause a delay to the project, such as right-of-way, environmental issues, utilities or difficult permits. Our philosophy is that a vital part of good communication is Responsiveness. We promise responsiveness through the following actions:

Multiple people knowledgeable about current B&N projects to answer client questions immediately

Provide monthly status reports Prompt invoicing with required backup Return all calls and emails within 24 hours Immediate action taken to any Task requested by INDOT

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Bundling Experience The INDOT LaPorte District recently tasked B&N to be the lead consultant to coordinate the bundling of 15 Des. Numbers into a single construction contract. In addition to the major functional overlay project along I-94 with complex maintenance of traffic requirements requiring a lane closure policy exception request, these projects ranged from small pipe linings and minor bridge repair to Bridge Deck Replacements and Functional Overlays. These projects, totaling $27 million construction cost, are located along a very busy stretch of I-94 and I-65 in Porter and Lake Counties requiring extensive maintenance of traffic coordination. Three consultants, three INDOT designers, and B&N were involved in this contract that is currently under construction.

Schedule, Schedule, Schedule We understand how closely the project schedule is tied to its funding. To show our dedication and commitment towards moving each project towards meeting the given schedule, we perform significant research and preparation tasks at the outset of each project. In preparation for a typical project we will:

Review engineer’s reports, bridge inspection reports & existing plans Visit the project site to assess alternatives Prepare a Project Work Plan to be implemented Investigate potential MOT options

We have the ability to mobilize additional professional staff within the Indianapolis office and if necessary regionally to ensure each project’s schedule is met or accelerated as needed.

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Traffic Analysis/Modeling B&N has developed several innovative solutions to projects that have saved time and money. These would not have been possible without Complex Traffic Analysis and Modeling. The B&N team has several very talented traffic engineers, which gives us the ability to analyze and recommend unique solutions. The ability to model and run simulations as well as to create animations not only assures projects will function properly once constructed but will help gain public support. While many assignments for this contract may not require these complex services, we have the ability and experience to apply these skills to many unique intersections including Roundabouts, and Median U-turns (Michigan Left, R-Cut, J-Turn), and Green T’s). With the ability to confidently recommend these types of solutions we can increase the likelihood of a cost-effective result which gives the maximum level of service for the minimum cost and impact to the surroundings.

Design Elements Many firms are very well qualified to perform the road and bridge design services typically assigned as part of on-call contracts. However, the following capabilities are what set the B&N Team apart with our unique skills in traffic analysis/modeling, graphics, and our outside the box innovations.

The B&N Team is a call away from being able to assist the district with any traffic analysis/modeling needs that may arise during the upcoming very busy

construction seasons. This analysis/modeling may be needed to verify the existing roadways and intersections can accommodate the additional traffic

when used as a detour route. Simple modifications such as changing lane assignments, utilizing shoulders as turn lanes, and modifying traffic signals may

significantly reduce the temporary congestion along detour routes.

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Intersection Decision Guide B&N has utilized the Intersection Decision Guide (Co-authored by Dana Plattner, Jason Kaiser, and five other INDOT experts) on several intersection improvement projects. Recently, B&N used the guide to determine the intersection of SR 46 & SR 9 which was originally scoped as a roundabout intersection improvement was not worth the cost of investment. In lieu of the roundabout, B&N suggested installing flashing warning signs, buzz strips, and oversized stop signs, saving INDOT over $1 million. B&N believes the Intersection Decision Guide is an excellent tool and provides a systematic process to compare various intersection alternatives.

Safety Analysis B&N has experience with the Interactive Highway Safety Design Model Software. This very helpful tool, created by FHWA, can estimate the frequency and severity of crashes to be expected on a highway based on geometric characteristics. The module can help identify potential improvements on existing roadways, compare the relative safety performance of design alternatives, and assess the safety cost effectiveness of design decisions.

Public Involvement The B&N Team can prepare realistic exhibits and animations similar to the rendering below for stakeholder and public information meetings. On certain projects this is a vital tool to help gain stakeholder and public support of a project, especially when there are significant impacts to homes/businesses or when a unique improvement is proposed.

Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) We understand many of the projects we may receive as part of this contract will have a traffic maintenance component. We are capable of delivering on any MOT plan as we have a vast array of experience with interstate projects as well as urban design projects, each having complex yet very different problems to overcome in order to keep traffic moving.

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Innovation B&N has long history of finding innovative ways to reduce scope and save cost. This is a primary reason why we won the Indiana ACEC Grand Project Award for three consecutive years. The most recent win was for the DuPont Rd./I-69 Diverging Diamond Project in Ft. Wayne and before that it was for the Milton Madison Bridge. These are two projects which exemplify innovation and how we have applied it to add value to projects as well as save money.

“When a question came up about the design of the pedestrian railing, Jason and several people from the firm made a concerted effort to getting a solution to the schedule issue. They made a site visit and worked together with the Contractor and InDOT.”

- Susan Doell INDOT Ft. Wayne District

Project Manager I-69 DDI at SR 1/DuPont Road

Why Select B&N:

Diverse INDOT Design Experience: B&N has previous On-Call Projects, including for the Ft.

Wayne District. B&N completed over 40 bridge rehabilitations for four

different Districts from 2013-2014. B&N brings 11 years of INDOT Plan Review experience. B&N brings 24 years of INDOT Bridge Shop Plan Review

experience. B&N understands construction, having worked on

Special Projects (fast-tracked) and Alternative Delivery (ABC, D/B & P3)

B&N understands erosion & sediment control as INDOT’s first Independent Environmental Inspector on I-69 Section 4.

B&N provided terrestrial surveys and secured priority land acquisitions for INDOT on the LSIORB Section 6.

B&N compiled and co-authored the 1998 INDOT Right-of-Way Engineering Manual.

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Jason Mathias, PE BS, Civil Engineer, ‘05 University of Evansville

Michael Smith, PE BS, Civil Engineer, ‘08 University of Akron

Marc Rape, PE BS, Physics & Mathematics, ‘91 Ball State University

Jason is an ideal roadway design team leader as he has managed or designed numerous projects. He has 12 years of transportation experience that includes many different types and sizes of projects. These include small structure replacements, new terrain divided highway, urban and rural roadway rehabilitation/reconstruction, intersection improvements, and interchanges. Jason is a Registered Certified Utility Coordinator. Jason has a consistent track record of providing cost saving ideas and quality designs to INDOT Districts. He has a proven knack for embracing innovative solutions as is evidenced by his involvement with the SR 1 & I-69 Diverging Diamond Interchange.

Michael has 8 years of transportation experience that includes a variety of project types and sizes. These include urban and rural roadway reconstruction, intersection improvements and interchanges. Project responsibilities include project management, geometric design (vertical and horizontal), storm sewer design, drainage design, erosion control, maintenance of traffic, utility coordination and right-of-way design.

Marc is a senior transportation engineer with 24 years of experience in the design and project management of INDOT and Local Public Agency (LPA) transportation projects. Marc also serves as the Discipline Coordinator for our Indiana Transportation staff, which gives him real-time knowledge of the schedule demands and workloads of each of our team members. Marc has relevant, successful experience managing large Interstate and other highway reconstruction projects, including intersection improvements and small structure replacements.

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Jeff Drake, PE BS, Civil Engineer, ‘85

Purdue University

Steve Anslinger, PE BS, Civil Engineer, ‘84

Purdue University

Eric Brunn, PE BS, Civil Engineering, ‘82

Purdue University

Jeff is a Senior Project Manager and the Director of Engineering for the B&N Indianapolis office. His 31 years of experience includes bridges, highway interchanges, and utility infrastructure projects. His responsibilities and design experience encompasses widening, rehabilitation and new bridges for state and local clients including major truss rehabilitation, bridge relocation, river crossing, road overpasses and railroad crossings. Tasks included field investigation and analysis, project coordination, contract documents and construction administration. He has also provided resident project representation for a variety of structures and construction processes and been involved with structural analysis and coordination of architectural preservation and restoration.

Steve is a senior bridge engineer and will serve as a Team Leader. His design experience includes bridge, structural, and civil engineering services for state, county, municipal, commercial, and industrial clients. He has experience in all aspects of bridge design as well as structural analysis, structural inspection, flood hazard analysis, bridge scour analysis, and construction administration.

Eric will serve as the Bridge Design Team Lead, providing a single point of contact for all assignments made under this contract. He may also be selected to manage individual bridge assignments, depending on the type and number of projects that we are assigned. He has 33 years of experience designing and managing INDOT bridge and transportation projects. As Project Manager, Eric has developed plans, specifications, and cost estimates for numerous road and bridge projects for both INDOT and LPAs. His experience encompasses all phases of design, including hydraulic analysis, roadway design, and structural design. His structural experience ranges from box culverts to structures spanning up to 1,100 feet in length.

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Key Features:

Combined all five structures into one set of plans

Reduced design fee and brought better construction bids Prices

Key Features:

Worked closely with INDOT and the City of Berne to reduce downstream flooding by using an underground detention system

Added decorative signals, turn lanes, large turning radii, and sidewalks

Key Features:

Collaborative effort between Strand staff, INDOT and the Utilities resulted in only one minor buried utility conflict

SR 114 Small Structure Replacements Indiana Department of Transportation Fort Wayne District On-Call Contract The Fort Wayne District assigned B&N the engineering services for five small structures on SR 114 over multiple crossings of Calf Creek as part of our On-Call Contract. The 3R project included the installation of five precast concrete box culvert drainage structures with new guardrail and permanent erosion control measures. The precast concrete box culverts ranged in size from 7 to 14 foot span and 6 to 8 foot rise. After considering the impacts of the assignments which were located within two miles of each other, B&N recommended to INDOT that these five structures be let as one project. Combining work tasks into a single project significantly reduced the design fee and brought better construction bid prices through larger quantities of materials and more bidder interest.

US 27 & SR 218 Intersection Improvements Indiana Department of Transportation Fort Wayne District On-Call Contract B&N was selected to provide engineering and right-of way services for the intersection improvement. The 3R project included roadway widening, larger intersection radii to accommodate truck turning movements, new sidewalks, curb and gutter, an enclosed storm sewer system, pavement markings, signing, and a new traffic signal with decorative poles. Burgess and Niple also worked with INDOT and the City of Berne to reduce downstream flooding by using an underground detention system. The construction cost for this project was $1.0 million.

Added Travel Lanes on SR 14 Indiana Department of Transportation Fort Wayne District

This project reconstructed 2.2 miles along SR 14 from Scott Road to I-69 on the southwest side of Fort Wayne. The existing two-lane rural section was replaced with a five-lane urban section. Also included was the reconstruction of 2050 feet of Hadley Road at its intersection with State Road 14. A new storm sewer, constructed along State Road 14, drains to a retention pond recently constructed as part of a commercial and residential development. INDOT, Allen County, the developer’s design consultant, and our staff coordinated the design of the retention pond. In many ways, this project became an unofficial pilot project for a Utility coordination method that heralded the new Utility coordination paradigm that is now the INDOT standard. The direct result of this collaborative effort, between our staff, INDOT, and the Utilities, was only one minor buried utility conflict during the construction - a significant success story for such a major corridor!

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Key Features:

Added a turn lane to the intersection adjacent to the bridge, resulting in a wider bridge deck

Eliminated the need for a temporary runaround by widening the bridge enough to allow traffic to be maintained on the bridge

Key Features:

A flexible wrap was place on the deteriorated piers to provide protection from salt corrosion.

Key Features: B&N facilitated an agreement between the City of Shelbyville

and INDOT to include a multi-use path along SR 9

SR 7 over Little Sand Creek Indiana Department of Transportation Seymour District An example of application of open roads concepts and innovation is SR 7 over Little Sand Creek in the Seymour District. The project involved a scope change where B&N was directed to add a turn lane to the intersection adjacent to the bridge, resulting in a wider bridge deck. This change prompted B&N to look at making the bridge wide enough to allow traffic to be maintained on the bridge during the phased replacement thereby eliminating the need for a temporary runaround completely. This change placed money in the permanent asset instead of temporary construction.

CR 200 S over I-69/Wheeling Pike over I-69 Rehab Indiana Department of Transportation Fort Wayne District

These projects involved rehabilitating the existing four-span bridges carrying CR 200 South and Wheeling Pike over I-69 in Grant County. The projects were developed from Bridge Inspection Reports provided by INDOT. The construction removed and replaced the existing bridge railings. New deck overlays were installed on the patched decks. A standard 33-inch concrete barrier railing was installed on both sides of both bridges. The reinforced concrete approach slabs were removed and replaced. A flexible wrap was placed on the deteriorated piers to provide protection from salt corrosion. Our firm provided survey and design services.

SR 9 Road Rehabilitation Indiana Department of Transportation Greenfield District B&N is completing survey and roadway design of this fast paced project on SR 9 in the City of Shelbyville. This road rehabilitation project includes pavement resurfacing, curb and gutter replacement, and drainage improvements. In addition to sidewalk replacement, B&N facilitated an agreement between the City of Shelbyville and INDOT to also include a multi-use path along SR 9. All improvements are being completed within the existing R/W so that the project can remain on an accelerated schedule.