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Geomatics Provider Provincial Mapping Project

Request for Proposal

Contact: Eric [email protected]

(604)980-5061 ext.121

Prepared by: Chartwell Consultants Ltd 210 – 275 Fell Avenue

North Vancouver, BC V7P 3R5

. Closing Date: October 19, 2009 at 4pm

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 PROPOSAL SUMMARY ........................................................................................ 1 2.0 RESPONSE ............................................................................................................ 2

2.1 General Information ............................................................................................ 2

2.2 Team Member Capability ................................................................................... 2

2.3 Technical Proposal ............................................................................................. 3

2.4 Price Proposal ..................................................................................................... 5

Quad Riders ATV Association of BC - Request for Proposal Page 1 Geomatics Provider Provincial Mapping Project October 19, 2009

1.0 PROPOSAL SUMMARY

The following information is being submitted in response to the Request for Qualification (RFP) titled “Geomatics Provider Provincial Mapping Project” circulated by the Quad Riders ATV Association of British Columbia, on October 7th, 2009.

Chartwell Consultants Ltd. is a resource-consulting firm providing services and solutions for the Forestry and Environmental Science sectors. Founded in 2000, Chartwell was created following the reorganisation of Hugh Hamilton Limited (est. 1968) into separate service components. As such, Chartwell draws on over thirty years of consulting experience. Our present staff is comprised primarily of former Hugh Hamilton employees. Chartwell specializes in GIS analysis, mapping, and forestry fieldwork, and has undertaken numerous projects that required our experience and capability to complete on time and on budget.

Chartwell Consultants Ltd. is a diverse and talented company with a solid skill-set. We employ eight full-time GIS and Mapping employees as well as sixteen full-time and eleven seasonal Forestry employees. Chartwell is considered an excellent place to work and is valued by our staff. As a result, our workforce is exceptionally stable. On average, employees have been with Chartwell (and previously Hugh Hamilton Ltd.) for eight years. All of our team members contribute to projects on a daily basis.

It is our understanding that ATV/BC is seeking a consultant who can provide Geomatics Services to support its standards development and mapping needs. The successful proponent will be required to complete a variety of services as outlined in the Statement of Work For Geomatics Provider in the RFP. Through past corporate and personal employee experience, Chartwell Consultants Ltd. is well equipped to successfully complete this project. Our current and past involvement with resource-based projects in BC, along with experience completing similar projects for private companies, demonstrates we have strong background with mapping projects.

Our project team is comprised of Ken Cheung, Helen Habgood, Rob Oostlander and Eric Ortmayr. Eric Ortmayr will be the project manager and technical lead, Ken Cheung will act as the database and GIS programmer if required, Rob Oostlander and Helen Habgood will be the GIS analysts. Eric’s experience managing past projects will provide the leadership needed for a successful team.

Thank you for taking the time to review this proposal. Chartwell Consultants Ltd is well suited for this type of work and we look forward to your response. Chartwell holds current ArcGIS 9.3 ArcInfo-level licenses and all our GIS staff have over two years GIS experience and formal GIS training at recognized institutions. Our team members work closely with one another, which increases communication and efficiency. Together we have the GIS, project management, and mapping skills needed for successful completion of this project. We are


prepared to begin this work at any time. If you have any questions concerning this document, please feel free to contact us.

2.0 RESPONSE

2.1 General Information

Chartwell Consultants Ltd. 210 – 275 Fell Avenue North Vancouver, BC, V7P 3R5 p.(604)980-5061 f.(604)986-0361 www.chartwell-consultants.com [email protected] WCB Number: 654039-AQ(010)

2.2 Team Member Capability

Chartwell Consultants Ltd. works in the Natural Resource sector in British Columbia and is very familiar with recreational and resource mapping in the Province. We routinely create resource maps for government ministries and private companies and clubs in BC. Below is a small excerpt of projects that were completed in the past year. Resumes of proposed individuals are also included for your reference.

2.2.1 Ken Cheung

2.2.1.1 EDUCATION

Advanced Arc/Info Level 3 BCIT, 1996. Advanced Arc/Info Level 2 BCIT, 1995. Advanced Arc/Info Level 1 BCIT, 1994. B.Sc. Geography University of BC, 1992. 2.2.1.2 PROJECTS

BC Timber Sales Pocket Road Inventory Application Development:

A database was developed on a PDA platform which is used to capture information about forest resource roads in the Chinook Businees District (Chilliwack, Squamish and Queen Charlotte Islands Forest Districts). The PDA capture information about culverts, bridges and general road conditions and is used to derive hazard risk ratings for forest service roads.

2.2.2 Helen Habgood

2.2.2.1 EDUCATION

Arc/Info Levels 1 and 2 BCIT, 1999. Advanced Microstation Pacific International Mapping, 1996. M.Sc. Forestry University of BC, 1985.


B.Sc. Environmental Studies Western Washington University, 1980. 2.2.2.2 PROJECTS

Powder Mountain Snowmobile & Outdoor Recreation Club Trail Mapping:

Produced 1:50000 map showing the snowmobile trails in the Brandywine area. GPS’d data was incorporated into a base map to show locations of trails and access to alpine routes.

2.2.3 Rob Oostlander

2.2.3.1 EDUCATION

Advanced Diploma in GIS BCIT, 2004. B.A. Geography University of BC, 2002.

2.2.3.2 PROJECTS

Vedder Mountain Trail Mapping Project for the Vedder Mountain Trail Association:

Compiled a map of ATV, dirt-bike, mountain-bike, horse and hiking trail networks on Vedder Mountain. The map was used to facilitate discussions between various interest groups in the area.

2.2.4 Eric Ortmayr

2.2.4.1 EDUCATION

GIS Database Systems - Oracle/Arc SDE BCIT, 2002. ArcIMS Inform, 2002. Arc/Info GIS Level 2 - Advanced Topics BCIT, 2001. GIS Programming 3 - Map Objects BCIT, 2001. GIS Programming 2 - Visual Basic BCIT, 2001. GIS Programming 1 - Scripting BCIT, 2001. Arc/Info GIS Level 1 - Introduction BCIT, 2001. AutoCAD Map 2000i Technical Training Automated Design Systems, 2000. B.Sc. Geography University of Victoria, 1993.

2.2.4.2 PROJECTS

BC Transmission Corporation Vegetation Maintenance and Road Mapping Project:

Vegetation and Road access maps were created for the BC Transmission Corporation to support their vegetation management program. Access and vegetation treatment maps of various areas in BC were produced at scales ranging between 1:1500 to 1:50000 to lead contractors to treatment sites and to identify the areas of different treatment types.

2.3 Technical Proposal

2.3.1 Understanding of the work

It is our understanding that ATV/BC is seeking a consultant who can provide Geomatics Services to support its standards development and mapping needs. The successful proponent


will be required to complete a variety of services as outlined in the Statement of Work For Geomatics Provider in the RFP. These services include developing a set of guidelines that member clubs can follow to produce a consistent looking trail map for their respective locations. The provider will be tasked to develop map templates and compile royalty or copyright-free data to use as a base for the maps. In addition the data collected by the ATV/BC will be incorporated into the maps. Standards and guidelines will be developed to ensure that various member clubs can produce consistent looking products.

2.3.2 Approach

Chartwell will work with ATV/BC to agree upon standard map scale and base map data to include in a pilot map and other area maps as determined in pre-work discussions. The approach to take will largely depend upon the association’s needs, however the base data will likely consist of free 1:50000 scale NTS vector data from the Canadian Government.

Chartwell believes there are three aspects to this project:

1. Standards/template development 2. Data acquisition 3. ATV/BC GPS data incorporation

The maps, symbology and templates will be compiled using ESRIs ArcMap desktop mapping environment. ArcGIS has the ability to export to to a variety of different vector-based file formats such as adobe illustrator. In addition, the data can be supplied in ArcGIS MXD format along with ESRI Shape files if the association can use these formats as well.

Base data can be obtained from Geogratis and the BC Land Resource Data Warehouse (LRDW) or possibly various BC Government Ministries. Water features will come from vectorised NTS 1:50000 data from Geogratis, Roads, trails and recreational features will come from LRDW.

If a larger scale mapping is required and depending on the associations need for controlling the look of the base map, the BC Government produces royalty free, georeferenced TRIM base maps in geoTIFF format. GPS’d trail data can be overlaid and symbolised as needed and a seemless map can be produced from this product. Because this base is already compiled, it will not cost as much as using raw vector base data. A separate price proposal can be included if this less-flexible option is desired.

2.3.3 Tasks

To support base map development:


1) Identify pilot project area for initial map sheet mapping.

2) Establish logical storage mechanisms for base data.

3) Obtain base data from various sources and organise into logical units as determined in pre-work discussions.

To support approval of trail information:

1) Obtain GPS’d trail data for pilot area from all sources.

2) Review data to ensure completeness and consistency.

3) Organise data into a standardised storage format.

To support approval of draft layout ready for printing:

1) Identify and document all layers to place in final map.

2) Develop and test symbology for all data layers on map.

3) Create map template for review.

4) Incorporate changes and produce final map template.

5) Develop and document data management and mapping guidelines.

2.3.4 Mandatories

The base data, GPS incorporation and standards/template development for the pilot map sheet area are the only mandatory products that are required to obtain the objectives of this RFP. Any subsequent areas can be deleted reduced or eliminated and the objectives would still be met.

2.4 Price Proposal

Piece work cost based on completed map sheets:

Initial pilot map sheet, project setup and standards development: $6500

Subsequent map sheet areas $2000

2Per hour cost for any work that is over and above that identified in the attached statement of work: $48/hr.

Chartwell Consultants Ltd. Page 1 of 2 12/8/2008 Company Resume Ken Cheung

Ken Cheung [email protected] 604 980-5061 ex.111 Company Role Ken uses his analytical and creative skills to develop innovative solutions with a focus on improving efficiencies in processes such as spatial modeling, mapping, and other database-centric applications, to better meet out clients needs. Education 1994 – 1996 Advanced GIS, Arcinfo Levels 1, 2, & 3 British Columbia Institute of Technology Burnaby, BC 1992 Bachelor of Science, Geography University of British Columbia Vancouver, BC Other Courses / Training

• Microsoft Access, Excel and Visual Basic Applications Development • Feature Manipulation Engine (FME) Training – Safe Software (2003) – Ministry of Forest’s

Electronic Submission Framework • Administrator Training – Linnet’s “Woodlands the System” • Feature Manipulation Engine (FME) Training – Safe Software (1997) – Seminar

Software Skills

• Visual Basic • SQL • Microsoft Word • Microsoft Excel • Microsoft Access • UNIX • ArcGIS • ArcMap • Arc/Info • ArcView • AML • INFO • Microstation • AutoCAD • Oracle • FME

Chartwell Consultants Ltd. Page 2 of 2 12/8/2008 Company Resume Ken Cheung

Responsibilities • GIS Analyses, Operational Mapping, Application of Spatial Data Conversion and Management Processes • Database and spatial applications development, business applications development Professional Experience 2007 - Present Chartwell Consultants Ltd., North Vancouver, BC GIS ANALYST/BUSINESS APPLICATIONS DEVELOPER May 2006 – Oct 2006 Atticus Spatial Information Management, Coquitlam, BC GIS ANALYST 2004 - 2006 Forest Ecosystem Solutions Ltd., North Vancouver, BC GIS ANALYST / DEVELOPER 2000 -2003 Atticus Resource Consulting Ltd., Coquitlam, BC GIS ANALYST / PROJECT SUPERVISOR 1994 - 2000 Hugh Hamilton Ltd., North Vancouver, BC SENIOR GIS ANALYST

Chartwell Consultants Ltd. Page 1 of 2 5/14/2009 Company Resume Helen L. Habgood, M.Sc.

Helen L. Habgood, M.Sc. [email protected] 604 980-5061 (Extension 126) Company Role Helen is a principal of Chartwell Consultants Ltd. and a key employee in the GIS/Mapping Department. Helen is involved in operational mapping, GIS analysis and project design and set-up. Education 1985 Master of Science Forestry University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC 1980 Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies Western Washington University, Bellingham, Washington Other Courses / Training

• Ministry of Forests GENUS training- Mapping using GEO • Technical Communication - Simon Fraser University • ArcMap • Web Page Design - British Columbia Institute of Technology • ArcInfo Levels 1 and 2 - British Columbia Institute of Technology • Maps3D - Pacific International Mapping • Advanced MicroStation - Pacific International Mapping • DBase IV - British Columbia Institute of Technology • TerraSoft Ver. 10 - British Columbia Institute of Technology • Ministry of Forests Forest Classification and Air Photo Interpretation • GIS for Natural Resources - British Columbia Institute of Technology

Software Skills

• ArcGIS • ArcInfo and ArcView 3.x • AutoCAD • Genus Resources and Genus Geo • Feature Manipulation Engine (FME) • MicroStation • Photoshop • Maps3D

Chartwell Consultants Ltd. Page 2 of 2 5/14/2009 Company Resume Helen L. Habgood, M.Sc.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with clients to define project specifications and product delivery • Manage mapping projects for government and industry clients, including Forest Stewardship Plan,

operational forestry, and custom thematic mapping • Develop mapping standards for forestry operational mapping • Manage block and road network data for government and industry clients using Genus Resources

enterprise data management system • ESRI Geodatabase development and management • Create, manage and analyse spatial and relational databases for clients • Submit data in XML format to government applications using the Electronic Submission Framework • Database linking and conversion in support of terrain stability map production • Data capture from air photos using mono-restitution • Manage corporate extended benefits plan

Professional Experience 1996 - Present Chartwell Consultants Ltd., formerly Hugh Hamilton Ltd., North Vancouver, BC GIS Project Manager 1993 - 1996 Hugh Hamilton Ltd., North Vancouver, BC CAD/GIS Technician 1991 - 1993 Hugh Hamilton Ltd., North Vancouver, BC Forest Inventory Coordinator 1987 - 1991 Hugh Hamilton Ltd., North Vancouver, BC Forestry Technician 1986 – 1987 Cariboo Forest Consultants Ltd., Quesnel, BC Forestry Technician 1983 Alberta Forest Service Research Branch, Edmonton, AB Forestry Technician 1981 – 1982 Alberta Environment Water Quality Branch, Edmonton, AB Biologist Level 1

Chartwell Consultants Ltd. Page 1 of 2 10/21/2008 Company Resume Robert Oostlander

Robert Oostlander [email protected] 604 980-5061 (Extension 109) Company Role Robert is a GIS analyst and also a part of our Visual Simulation Team. Robert’s skill in all aspects of spatial data broadens the skill and scope of our GIS department. Education 2004 Advanced Diploma in Geographic Information Systems

BCIT School of Construction and the Environment Burnaby, BC

2002 Bachelor of Arts in Geography

UBC Department of Geography Vancouver, BC

Other Courses / Training

• FME Training – MoF ESF • Genus Training – MoF • GIS Terminal Services – ILMB (MoAL)

Software Skills GIS Other

• ESRI ArcGIS Desktop & Workstation • PCI Geomatica (remote sensing) • ArcIMS • Microsoft Office

CAD • Visual Nature Studio (terrain visualization) • Autodesk Map • FME

Programming/Computer Languages • RoadMatcher (road network conflation) • XML/GML • VDYP (forest growth modeling) • Visual Basic .NET Database • Java • Oracle • HTML • Microsoft Access • SQL • ESRI Spatial Database Engine • AML • MapObjects • ArcObjects

Chartwell Consultants Ltd. Page 2 of 2 10/21/2008 Company Resume Robert Oostlander

Responsibilities

• GIS analysis, digital map production and cartographic presentation, including forest cover inventories and updates for clients, five-year development plans, biogeoclimatic thematic mapping, and visual impact analysis

• Spatial and attribute database creation and maintenance using ESRI and MicroStation products Professional Experience 2008 – Present Chartwell Consultants Ltd., North Vancouver, BC Mapping/GIS Analyst March – April 2008 Stanley Park Ecology Society, Vancouver, BC Mapping/GIS Analyst 2007 – 2008 British Columbia Electoral Boundaries Commission, Vancouver, BC Mapper/GIS/Surveyor 2004 – 2007 Chartwell Consultants Ltd., North Vancouver, BC Mapping/GIS Analyst 2004 IOTO International Inc., Vancouver, BC

Interactive Transportation Software Developer 2003 – 2004 BCIT GIS Department Advisory Committee

Student Representative 2000 UBC GIS Student Project – Vancouver School Board

Chartwell Consultants Ltd. Page 1 of 2 3/14/2007 Company Resume Eric C. Ortmayr, B.Sc.

Eric Ortmayr, B.Sc. [email protected] 604 980-5061 (Extension 121) Company Role Eric is the GIS Manager and is responsible for staff hiring, deployment, and development. Eric is the Senior Analyst and Technical Developer for Chartwell, working on the design, implementation, and coordination for a diverse range of projects. Education 1993 Bachelor of Science in Geography University of Victoria Victoria, BC Other Courses / Training

• GIS Database Systems - Oracle/Arc SDE • ArcIMS • ArcInfo GIS Level 2 - Advanced Topics • GIS Programming 3 - Map Objects • GIS Programming 2 - Visual Basic • GIS Programming 1 - Scripting • ArcInfo GIS Level 1 - Introduction • AutoCAD Map 2000i Technical Training • Surveying with a focus on leveling and traversing • Air photo interpretation and remotely sensed image data analysis • Hydrological analysis • Cartographic design

Software Skills GIS/CAD Packages Remote Sensing Packages

• ArcGIS Desktop/ArcInfo Workstation • PCI EASI/PACE • ArcView and ArcIMS • Eidetics • AutoDesk Map and Raster Design Database Management • MicroStation • Microsoft Access • PAMAP, Terrasoft and SPANS • Oracle • FME • dBase

Programming Languages • FoxPro • Visual Basic Other • AML • Corel Draw • Map Objects • Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator • SQL • SAS • XML/GML • Microsoft Office Suite

Chartwell Consultants Ltd. Page 2 of 2 3/14/2007 Company Resume Eric C. Ortmayr, B.Sc.

Responsibilities

• Create and market GIS related services • Develop and compose proposals • Construct and analyze spatial and relational databases • Manage GIS department operations • Liaise with Clients • Service business development • Staff training and advancement • Budget and workflow management • Project management • Hardware/Software purchases • System design

Professional Experience 2002 - Present Chartwell Consultants Ltd., North Vancouver, BC GIS Manager 1999 - 2002 Vancouver Port Authority, Vancouver, BC GIS/CAD Technician 1997 - 1999 Timberland Consultants Ltd., Chilliwack, BC GIS Project Manager 1996 - 1997 Public Works and Government Services Canada, Vancouver, BC GIS Specialist 1993 - 1995 PCI Pacific GeoSolutions Inc., Victoria, BC GIS Applications Analyst 1988 – 1992 Terminal Video Listings Inc., North Vancouver, BC Quality Assurance Assistant

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