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Pre-Engineered Storage Facility
697DCK-22-R-00333 | Prime Contractor | $1M | February 2024
Adapt managed the installation of a cutting-edge 60×48 feet pre-engineered enclosed storage building alongside open lean-to shelters at the Salt Lake ARTCC storage area. The initiative covered comprehensive aspects including site preparation, building erection, electrical configuration, and the integration of state-of-the-art security and fire systems, resulting in advanced fire detection and surveillance enhancements. This involved meticulous coordination of resources and labor for the 60×48 feet structure. Modern security and fire systems were seamlessly integrated with advanced fire detection mechanisms and security cameras, a substantial augmentation of safety and vigilance. The project emphasizes the creation of secure, functional storage facilities combined with advanced safety measures to optimize overall usability and safety. While the FAA O&M Division formulated the initial scope document, Adapt’s proactive design-assist approach led to the inclusion of civil, electrical, and structural design components within the contract. This ensured the fulfillment of project objectives and performance metrics.
Timbercreek Horse (ADA) Campground
1240LT2240075 | Prime Contractor |$1.7 M | November 2023
This environmentally sensitive, remote location project was a multi-faceted reconstruction that included road repair, water line extension, camping pad reconstruction, creek foot bridge replacements, path reconstruction, vault toilet, rock walls, new signage, wire fencing, lantern hooks, and horseshoe pits. Located in a remote area of Nevada, this project required extensive stakeholder communication and logistics planning to ensure substantial completion prior to the close of the campground for the winter season. Weekday horse camp closures, extended hours, and weekend work was all required to timely complete this project. Sourcing the rock for the road base, tent pads, and rock walls presented a challenge as native material in the required quantities was not readily available. Adapt requested and owner allowed, on-site mining for material to take place at a burrow pit located near the campground. Another challenge was the use of an old topographic survey for the tent pad reconstruction. Actual on-site conditions and survey elevations were substantially different. Adapt, at the request of the owner, provided layout recommendations and redesigned the tent pads to maintain the objectives of the project.
FAA Elevator Modernization
697DCK-23-C-00343 | Prime Contractor | $695K | May 2024
This project breathed new life into a 1980s-era hydraulic elevator and modernized the mechanical room within a critical facility. Adapt expertly ensured that all operations continued seamlessly, without a hitch. The refurbishment encompassed every component except the cab box, including the jack, doors, cab finishes, controls, and signalization. In addition to meeting stringent maintenance and safety codes, the project also upgraded the doors, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and fire alarm systems. This comprehensive overhaul not only enhanced functionality but also upheld the highest safety standards.
ADP Accessibility Upgrades Phase I and Phase II
697DCK-22-R-00269 | Prime Contractor | $500K | August 2023
Adapt orchestrated a transformative accessibility enhancement project by meticulously addressing obstacles, revamping fixtures, and adhering to ADA standards. The endeavor encompassed diverse improvements such as shower reconfigurations, the integration of ADA-compliant towel dispensers, and installation of a recessed ceiling light linked to an existing occupancy sensor system, complete with a manual switch for convenience. The initiative has monumentally elevated accessibility and ADA standards by eliminating hindrances, optimizing turning space, and introducing innovative elements, including a multi-rise wheelchair lift, expanded doors with openers and ADA buttons, a Rath Emergency Call Box system, and supplementary electrical circuits, all while maintaining adherence to Fire & Life Safety regulations. The project showcases a spectrum of vital attributes designed to amplify accessibility and comply with stringent ADA guidelines, entailing comprehensive overhauls of lighting and electrical distribution systems. A pivotal aspect is the intricate installation of a multi-story wheelchair lift. The project faced unforeseen moratoriums and facility closures, necessitating close collaboration between Adapt and the FAA to streamline scheduling and mitigate potential delays. Operating within confined site limitations posed unique challenges, as construction activities were confined to specific stairwells and adjacent zones. Despite these constraints, the team executed with precision and synchronization, minimizing disruption to both existing structures and ongoing site operations, given the continuous occupancy of the premises by the owner throughout the construction phase.
Antelope Flat Waterline Replacement
1240LT22C0030 | Prime Contractor | $145K | November 2022
This project encompassed the comprehensive reconstruction and expansion of the water system at Antelope Flat Campground. Central to the project was the installation of a 3-inch HDPE waterline, complete with heat fusion joints, and the integration of 3-inch metal ball isolation valves within existing concrete enclosures. The project entailed the incorporation of 2-inch metal drain gate valves and boxes, 3-inch metal gate valves, and 2-inch air-release metal valves featuring vent pipes. Operating at a remote project site, this endeavor presented numerous logistical challenges demanding meticulous planning. Adapt undertook value engineering, successfully substituting antiquated galvanized transitions and air release valve details, a modification endorsed by the Government as an enhancement in terms of system lifecycle cost, safety, and maintenance convenience. Throughout the project, Adapt ensured the uninterrupted operation of the existing water supply, maintaining owner access to valves and controls while excavating new installations parallelly within a narrow corridor. This was achieved without breaching archeological and environmental clearance boundaries. Despite prolonged procurement lead times and equipment availability limitations, Adapt navigated these issues by engaging multiple vendors and reducing the project’s carbon footprint through on-site screening of native materials for bedding purposes.
FW Reroofing for FRD, MRRD, and NKRD
127EAX21C0026 | Prime Contractor | $171K | July 2022
The project included an extensive roof replacement and renovation initiative for multiple Forest Service structures, notably including the Big Springs Mess Hall, Mormon Lake Warehouse, Happy Jack Ranger Station Quarters Buildings (5), Blue Ridge Ranger Station Quarters Buildings (2), and Jacob Lake Multipurpose Building. The primary goal revolves around the demolition and subsequent installation of new metal, architectural shingle and TPO roofs, with a process tailored to enhance safety, energy efficiency, and visual appeal, all while upholding the enduring structural integrity of the buildings within predetermined budgetary and scheduling parameters. The project included the installation of fresh roofing components such as underlayment, adhesives, roof jacks, vent flashing, edge and corner elements, drip flashing, and snow guards. Moreover, the project demonstrates flexibility in its approach by accommodating site-specific requirements, such as the rebuilding of a clerestory on one building via a contract modification and addressing deteriorating chimneys with necessary masonry work at another site.
EPA Access Control Modernization
47PJ0019R0188 | Prime Contractor | $1.3 M | March 2021
Adapt undertook a design/build project involving the comprehensive security system remodel and installation for the EPA’s Special Access Program Facility (SAPF). The scope included access control, intrusion detection systems, and closed-circuit televisions across laboratories and offices within the sprawling 400,000-square-foot space. The project included remodeling the NEICs Data Room, including demolition, metal framing, and drywall work. Additionally, new fire suppression systems, transformers, and extensive electrical adjustments were required. The project also involved the implementation of a ceiling-mounted HVAC system, new flooring, roofing enhancements, and painting. Given its location within the active facility, temporary walls and access points were established to segregate construction from ongoing business operations. The project’s complexity further lay in synchronizing with other concurrent contracts within the same facility, necessitating close coordination with various contractor teams to facilitate access amidst ongoing projects. An intricate security system was designed and deployed, integrating Johnson Control’s access control, intrusion detection, and CCTV systems, with network integration to an NDVR for centralized management. Adapt installed 108 Innometriks Cheetah Readers for access control, securing 20 external doors and 88 internal access points within the highly compartmentalized Building 25. The project’s intricacy was compounded by the extensive cabling spanning over 27 miles and the concurrent presence of other contractors with their own access and conduit needs, making meticulous coordination a constant requirement. Despite these challenges, Adapt’s adept management facilitated successful collaboration with other contractor teams, ensuring the successful completion of the project.
IRS Consolidation, Hansen Federal Building
47PJ0017C0021 | CM as GSA Agent | $192K | October 2018
This design-build project consolidated IRS functions from three locations in Ogden into the Hansen Federal Building. The project centered around a 40,000-square-foot tenant improvement endeavor, focusing on rectifying deteriorating electrical infrastructure and enhancing tenant amenities within a historical building. The comprehensive scope of work encompassed demolition, wall framing, electrical upgrades, HVAC reconfiguration, plumbing adjustments, security and IT wiring, phone installations, drywall work, painting, flooring, and interior finishes. Operating within an occupied environment, the renovation was executed in phases, involving tenant relocation as a strategic process. These phases encompassed security and communication requirements, build-out of the 1st floor, relocation of existing 6th-floor tenants to newly designed spaces on the 1st floor, build-out of the 6th floor, and the final transition of IRS functions back to the 6th floor along with the consolidation of functions from other locations. Acting as a specialized Project Management contractor for the building owner, GSA, Adapt’s direct services encompassed a range of critical functions, including Earned Value Analysis, project scheduling, document control and team interface management, risk management, quality assurance, team alignment and engagement, and intricate logistics coordination to ensure sourcing and scheduling of non-local materials and long lead-time items. Adapt’s proactive approach addressed design-phase deficiencies without extending the project timeline, underscoring their commitment to delivering a successful outcome.
