HomeMy WebLinkAboutGSG Response to Bozeman BOZEMAN FIRE STATION 2 RELOCATION
REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS - ARCHITECTURAL AND DESIGN SERVICES
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Cover Letter Page 01
Section A: Experience Page 02 - Page 06
Section B: Firm Background Page 07 - Page 14
Section C: Firm Workload Page 14
Section D: Claims Page 15
Section E: References Page 16
April 23, 2021
Bozeman City Clerk
City Hall
121 North Rouse Avenue
Bozeman, MT 59715
Re: Request for Qualifications - Architectural and Design Service for Bozeman Fire Station No. 2 Relocation
Dear Chief Waldo and Selection Committee Members:
GSG Architecture has assembled a qualified and talented team to work with you to design a new Station No. 2 for the City of Bozeman. Since 1970, GSG
Architecture has been working with State, County, and Local agencies of all types to help them serve their communities and complete their missions with
efficiency and professionalism. In fact, over 80% of our work is in the public realm. Because of this, we understand the need to work with our clients to build
and maintain the public trust by providing designs that bring lasting value to the communities we serve and to those who serve their communities.
GSG Architecture has built its reputation by providing cost-effective, uniquely tailored designs created in the image of our clients. We have extensive Fire
Service experience and have worked with our clients to provide stations that directly support their response and training methodologies. Our goal in working
with you in this process will be to program and provide a design for your new station that comfortably accommodates your crew and allows them to relax
between incident responses, train consistently for future responses, and live, sleep, and eat in an environment that builds camaraderie and strengthens
morale.
What we design will be in direct response to your needs and your operations, no cookie-cutter responses, no pre-determined designs that you will need to fit
into. We will review your vehicle equipment inventories and provide clean and efficient apparatus bay spaces that support vehicle maintenance, safety, the
efficient movement of people and vehicles within and around the facility, and the fastest response time possible. We will situate your special equipment
including SCBA/Cascade systems, DeCon equipment and laundry facilities to reinforce positive response times and promote health and safety within the
facility by making sure we have positive air pressure and well separated zones that keep living quarters free of contaminants.
We have reviewed the RFQ carefully and believe we fully understand the scope of the work. We will perform with diligence, thoughtfulness, and a genuine
desire to provide real and lasting value to the City of Bozeman and to improve the capabilities and effectiveness of the Fire and EMS personnel who serve it.
If you have any questions regarding the material we have provided, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. I will be the Project Principal and
primary contact for the City in all matters. I look forward to continuing this discussion in the near future.
Most Sincerely,
James Holloway, AIA, LEED AP
GSG Architecture, Inc.
O: 307.234.8968 | C: 307.259.8630
jholloway@gsgarchitecture.com 01 COVER LETTER
02 EXPERIENCE Casper Fire - EMS Stations:
Location: Casper, Wyoming
Owner: City of Casper
Reference: Scott R. Baxter, PE, Associate Engineer | 307.235.8341
sbaxter@casperwy.gov
Station 5: 9,086 sq. ft. | $ 3 Million | 2019
Station 6: 12,250 sq. ft. | $ 3.45 Million | 2017
Station 2: 9,500 sq., ft. | $ 2.39 Million | 2014
Station 3: 12,800 sq. ft. | $ 2.74 Million | 2011
Since 2011, GSG Architecture has completed our four Fire Stations for
the City of Casper Wyoming. Each Station is individually tailored to meet
the specifics of the response area, but all are based on a flexible
prototype that establishes a singular aesthetic for the Department.
We were able to quickly modify the base design to accommodate different
equipment and crew requirements, while containing costs and reducing
design and construction times.
Several of these projects had significant site issues, poor soils and
constrained street access and/or demolition as part of the overall scope
and GSG was able to work with the City and the Department to provide
cost-effective solutions and superior facilities.
Design Features within the Fire Stations include: multiple pull-through
apparatus bays designed to utilize drive-through concepts; separate
living/ office quarters for firefighters, rescue, and hazmat personnel; as
well as living and community spaces which accommodate as many as six
bedrooms, common areas such as exercise rooms, kitchen, dayroom,
restroom/shower space, offices, a meeting room, and outdoor space.
Each facility is unique, but all portray a unified brand that is the City of
Casper Fire Department.
03 EXPERIENCE Central Valley Fire District, Bozeman Fire Station 1
Location: Belgrade, Montana
Reference: Chief Ron Lindroth | 406.388.4480
Data: 12,500 sq. ft. | Completed in 2019
Value: Fire Station: $ 10.6 Million
Central Valley Fire District (CVFD) provides all risk fire, rescue, and
emergency medical services for 36,000 citizens residing in a two-hundred
-square- mile area near Belgrade that includes Montana’s largest and
busiest airport—Bozeman- Yellowstone International Airport. The Gallatin
Valley is one of Montana’s fastest growing communities with wildland and
recreation areas, large single-family homes and multi-family residential
subdivisions, and a vibrant business community. In all, Central Valley Fire
District operates seven stations strategically located throughout the
jurisdiction. Station #1 is the critical hub of the seven stations.
As an important community-centered and community-minded project, the
owner wanted to purchase and fabricate materials from as many local
suppliers and tradespeople as possible. In order to meet this goal,
Morrison-Maierle’s structural design incorporated multiple system
approaches (both lateral and vertical), various materials, unique
geometries, specialized lateral load transfers across materials and
systems, as well as provided considerations of differential systems
movement. The station also includes a significant amount of exposed
masonry that required extra effort and attention in both the design and
construction phases.
This project is unique because it contains a separate decontamination
building—the first and only one in the United States. Morrison-Maierle’s
structural engineering design is now in the national spotlight as there
have been numerous site visits and tours of this facility from design teams
and firefighters throughout the country.
04 EXPERIENCE Severance Public Works Facility
Location: Severance, Colorado
Reference: Mitchell Nelson, Town Planner | 970.685.2810
mnelson@townofseverance.org
Data: 9,600 sq. ft. | $ 2.02 Million | Completed February 2020
Key Staff: James Holloway
The Town of Severance awarded GSG Architecture a contract to design a
new Public Works Facility for the growing Front Range community.
The budget was modest, but the need was great. The existing
Public Works Department was housed in a series of appropriated existing
structures that were poorly suited to supporting the Severance employees
and their equipment. GSG worked with the Town and the department
personnel extensively, to design a purposeful and efficient structure that
directly addressed their needs and allowed for future expansion.
The 9,600-sq.-ft., pre-engineered metal building features a shop area with
four drive-thru bays (one of which functions as a wash bay), a small
vehicle bay, and a work bench/repair area, and a locker room. Under the
same roof, there is also an enclosed office space. The administrative area
includes cubicle spaces, a private office, a conference/dayroom (with
Kitchenette) and a restroom.
Above the office area there is a large open parts storage area that houses
some mechanical equipment. An open sided shed is attached to the
structure and shelters the Town’s motor grader and doubles as a welding
area.
The structure represents a significant improvement to the working
conditions and efficiency of the Department and their ability to serve the
citizens of Severance.
05 EXPERIENCE Location: Winter Park, CO
Owner: Town of Winter Park
Reference: Gerry Vernon, Public Works Director | 970.726.8081
gvernon@wpgov.com
Data: 25,600 + sq. ft. | $ 11 Million | 2021
GSG Architecture worked with the Town of Winter Park to design a large
and long overdue Public Works Facility. The Public Works Department
was housed in several structures scattered across a tightly confined site.
We have worked closely with the Town and the Public Works Department
head to design a 12-bay, 25,600-sq.-ft. structure that incorporates a
two-story office area with private offices, a conference room, open work
areas, as well as locker/shower rooms, and sleeping quarters.
The bay area includes several specifically designated work areas such as
a sign shop, welding shop, and an a-central liquid distribution system for
motor oils, antifreeze, transmission and hydraulic fluids. There is also a
dedicated wash bay with an undercarriage rack, and a central office space
for vehicle diagnostics. There is significant open storage area above the
shop offices which can be accessed by a 5-ton rail crane.
The Town takes great pride in both their environmental stewardship and
their “mountain aesthetic,” and we worked with them to design the façade
and roof-line of the building in such a way that mitigates the scale and
industrial nature of the building using varied cladding materials,
wall-line set backs, and roof dormers. This façade echoes other iconic
structures in Winter Park and also supports an aggressive daylighting
scheme and utilizes solar panels for electric and hot water generation.
Winter Park Public Works Facility
06 EXPERIENCE Gallatin County 911 Dispatch Center & Bozeman Fire Station 3
Location: Bozeman, Montana
Owner: Gallatin County & City of Bozeman
Reference: Chuck Winn, Asst. City Manager | 406.582.2307
Data: 17,300 sq. ft. | Completed in 2009
Value: Fire Station: $ 3.4 Million | 911 Center: $ 3.5 Million
This new emergency services center brings together a new city fire
station and the county’s 911 call center into one building for operational
and financial efficiency through shared costs and resources.
Morrison-Maierle’s structural, mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering
design team provided full support to the project architect for this 17,300
square foot building. Incorporation of sustainable building practices and
special consideration of energy, security, and safety features help achieve
the client’s objectives of an efficient, effective, and sustainable facility.
A super insulated building envelope, combined with a southern facing
orientation, minimizes heat loads in summer and winter while its
energy-efficient, ground source heat pumps provide year-round heating
and cooling. Redundant heating, cooling, and power systems for the
“mission critical facility” are provided for the facility. A specialized vehicle
exhaust system provides for emergency vehicle operation and a red-light
notification system aids in fire fighter response times.
A robust structural system enables the facility to remain occupied,
uninterrupted during extreme events such as earthquakes, heavy
snowfall, and wind storms. Landscaping berms, bullet proof windows and
steel plated walls at the 911 call center reduce the risk of interruptions of
emergency service from accidents or attacks.
07 FIRM BACKGROUND An Introduction:
GSG Architecture has been in continuous operation since 1970. Since
our inception, we have passed through three groups of ownership, all
from within. We have made a practice of bringing up our own employees
to achieve seamless transition and service to our many clients. In the
past year, GSG worked through over $4,500,000 worth of direct contracts
in our combined Colorado and Wyoming markets. Every year we look to
build on past success, and we have developed a solid practice founded
on accurate and complete documents and exceptional service to our
clients.
We specialize in public sector work, providing State, County, and Local
Governments and Agencies with cost-effective designs specifically
tailored to their work and the character of the communities they
represent. More that 80% of our current and past work is in this arena
with projects spread across a broad array of building types from
recreational centers to vehicle storage and maintenance facilities, fire
stations, town halls and almost everything in between. We enjoy our work
because we think it makes a difference, our designs make life and work
easier for those who serve the public.
Our work has taught us the value of building and maintaining the public
trust. We believe in transparency in our process and working with the
public and departments that serve them to provide facilities of lasting
value. Those who pay the bills need to know that their money is well
spent, and we help to provide that assurance in the form of projects that
are delivered on time and on budget.
Clients can always count on GSG to provide well-reasoned and practical
design responses that focus on functionality and operational cost control.
We start from the inside and work through a process that ensures all
programmatic needs are addressed with the efficiency and directness
they deserve. We are honest and will work with you to achieve project
goals; but we won’t promise what we can’t deliver. Sometimes that
means a tough conversation, but we will always provide options that allow
the project to move forward.
We will also work with our client to create an individual aesthetic that
represents their community and reflects their values. We understand that the
work we do is a representation of those we serve, not ourselves. We won’t
create a beautiful box and force your program to live in it. Our goal is not to
pad our portfolio, rather it is to work with our clients to craft a sensible design
solution in their image and to their purpose.
Our Services:
High-Performance and LEED Architectural Design | Master Planning
Programming and Feasibility Studies | Site Analysis and Selection
Space Planning and Interior Design | Owner’s Representative Services
ADA Compliance Surveys
Primary Contact Information:
James Holloway, CEO/Principal
O: 307.234.8968 | C: 307.259.8630 | jholloway@gsgarchitecture.com
606 South David Street, Casper, WY 82601
www.gsgarchitecture.com
Litigation:
We have no litigation or claims to disclose at this time.
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08 FIRM BACKGROUND Our Philosophy:
“Our passion for design is always channeled through the image of our
clients. We recognize that each project and client is unique, and we strive
to represent that individual identity in each of our projects. Our work is a
reflection of your image, not our own, and we take pride in ensuring that
outcome every time. Using the vision of our clients, we help bring the
future into focus.”
Our Qualifications:
GSG’s roots are in serving widespread and geographically distant areas,
and our practice was built on making a difference in those communities.
We were incorporated in Wyoming in 1970 and worked corner to corner
and edge to edge across the state to help County, Municipal and State
agencies plan for and deliver the best to their citizens. Because of this
heritage, travel is in our DNA; it is part of our job. We do not expect to be
able to sit in our offices and have work delivered to us.
We believe that our strong portfolio of similar projects along with our long
history of designing projects within an existing Higher Education Campus
setting makes us an ideal candidate for the Bozeman Fire Station 2
Relocation project. We will work closely to get this right for you, for your
specific response methodology. We will bring our design experience, but
we will never assume that we know what’s best for you. We understand
that effective and fast response depends on achieving the most
purposeful and direct design solution possible.
GSG will provide leadership throughout the process as well as years of
experience working directly with Fire Departments and other public-sector
entities in producing finely detailed, complete, and eminently constructible
plans and specification documents. Each of our team members will be
invested with clear responsibility and accountability for certain aspects of
the work. Within our own specialties, our team members will be
advocates for design integration, program compliance, systems
coordination, constructability, but most importantly, we will be united with
you in our advocacy for the success of the project as a whole.
Please refer to the attached project pages, resumes and other firm
information for details of our experience and the special qualifications of
our team.
09 FIRM BACKGROUND James Holloway, AIA, LEED AP
Principal-in-Charge
Primary Contact to City of Bozeman
Qualifications:
Master of Architecture, University of Colorado Denver
Master of Fine Arts, Rutgers University
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Virginia Commonwealth University
Licensed Architect, Utah No. 12190009-0301 and 4 additional states
American Institute of Architects, AIA Wyoming
22 years in the industry | 18 years with GSG | 13 years as an Owner
Description:
James has over 20 years of architecture experience in both new
construction and renovation work. His previous construction background
has proven to be a great influence on and asset to his ability to recognize
the relevant factors affecting the design. This enables him to respond
quickly with constructible, practical, and cost-effective solutions. James will
work with the Bozeman Fire Department at initial design meetings to verify
scope and intent. He will then work continuously with the entire
design team to ensure that your expectations are met, and the project is
tracking on schedule and according to budget. As Principal, James will
always be available to address any concerns or answer any questions as
we move through the process.
Select Project Experience:
Casper Fire - EMS Station No. 6, 5, 3 & 2 - Casper, WY
Severance Public Works Facility - Severance, CO
Fraser Public Works Facility, Master Plan & Site Design - Fraser, CO
Winter Park Public Works & Operations Facility - Winter Park, CO
WY Forestry Department, HQ and Maintenance Facility - Cheyenne, WY
Charles Fielder, LEED AP
Project Manager
Senior Project Architect
Qualifications:
Master of Architecture, University of Kansas
Bachelor of Environmental Design, University of Kansas
Licensed Architect, Colorado No. 305149
LEED Accredited Professional
American Institute of Architects, Colorado North Chapter President, 2008
Fort Collins Building Review Board, 1998-2006
40 years in the industry | 1st year with our firm
Description:
As an Architect and Project Manager for over 40 years, Charles has
experience in all aspects of design, project documentation and construction
administration. He works collaboratively with the Owner/Architect/Contractor
Team to successfully provide a complete, fully responsive, economically
efficient building project. Charles will coordinate all consultants’ work to
achieve accurate, thoroughly reviewed documents.
Select Project Experience:
Army National Guard, Readiness Center - Windsor, CO*
Buckley Air Force Base, COANG Maintenance Facility - Aurora, CO*
Fraser Public Works Facility, Master Plan & Site Selection - Fraser, CO
North Colorado Water Conservancy, District Headquarters - Berthoud, CO*
Wind River Job Corps Center - Riverton, WY*
Weld County Public Works Office Addition - Greeley, CO
*Completed prior to joining GSG Architecture
10 FIRM BACKGROUND Nate J. Menuez, PE, LEED AP
Senior Structural Engineer
Qualification:
MS, Structural Engineering, Montana State University
BD, Civil Engineering, Ohio University
Professional Engineer, MT No. 15739
LEED Accredited Professional
Description:
Nate Menuez is experienced in overall project management, design, and
special inspection and testing of high-end residential, industrial facilities,
educational campuses, commercial buildings, water/wastewater facilities,
water holding structures, and bridges. Nate has extensive experience in both
construction and structural design practices that are seen in the mountain west
regions.
Select Project Experience:
Central Valley Fire Station #1 - Belgrade, MT:
Role: Lead Structural Design Engineer
City of Bozeman - Public Safety Center - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Lead Structural Design Engineer
Gallatin County and City of Bozeman Law & Justice Campus and Facility
Improvements - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Lead Structural Design Engineer
City of Bozeman Police Station/Municipal Courts Facility - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Lead Structural Design Engineer
Bozeman Fire Stations #1 & #2 Addition & Modifications - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Structural Design Engineer
Jay B. Fischer, PE
Senior Structural Engineer
Qualifications:
MS, Structural Engineering, Montana State University
BS, Civil Engineering, University of Idaho
Professional Engineer, MT No. 16836 & 2 additional states
Structural Engineers Association of Montana
Description:
Jay Fischer is a Senior Structural Engineer and Project Manager with
Morrison-Maierle. He is experienced in the project management, design,
analysis, evaluation, construction administration, and special inspection of
many types of buildings and engineering projects. As a Project Manager,
Jay is well versed in the design and construction phase processes. He
thrives in integrated design processes, team collaboration, communication,
cost-effective design approaches, and creative problem solving helping
create successful project teams and project completions. He is
experienced in guiding design teams from pre-bid to project closeout and
feels a positive and inclusive client experience will always create
successful projects for Owners and end users.
Select Project Experience:
Sourdough Fire Station, REA & Sourdough Fire Dept. - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Structural Engineer of Record, Project Engineer, Project Manager
City of Bozeman Fire Station #3 and Gallatin County 911 Center -
Bozeman, MT:
Role: Structural Engineer of Record, Project Engineer, Special Inspector
Bozeman Fire Stations #1 & #2 Addition & Modifications - Bozeman,
MT:
Role: Project Engineer, Special Inspector.
11 FIRM BACKGROUND Ryan P. Maroney, PE
Electrical Engineer
Qualification:
BS, Electrical Engineering, Montana State University
Professional Engineer, MT No. PEL-PE-LIC-60006
Description:
Ryan Maroney is a professional engineer with extensive experience in design
and construction of electrical systems in buildings. Ryan has lived in Bozeman
for the vast majority of his life, and prior to working for Morrison-Maierle, he
worked for an electrical contractor dating back to 2011, providing Ryan with
relevant practical experience in the field which he is able to draw from daily and
apply in his design work. Ryan enjoys seeing a project through to completion
and ensuring a successful product is delivered for the end user and client.
Select Project Experience:
Fort Ellis Fire Station - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Lead Electrical Design Engineer
Bozeman Public Lirbary, Concept Design Report - Bozeman, MT
Role: Lead Electrical Design Engineer
City of Bozeman - Bogert Pavilion Repairs, LED Lighting- Bozeman, MT:
Role: Lead Electrical Design Engineer
Montana State University, Museum of the Rockies Collection Storage
Building - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Electrical Designer
Montana State University, Bobcat Athletic Complex - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Electrical Designer
Matthew W. Carr, PE, LEED AP
Mechanical Engineer
Qualifications:
BAE, Architectural Eng., Mechanical Option, Pennsylvania State University
Professional Engineer, MT No. 20181
LEED AP Accredited Professional
Description:
Mr. Carr has thirteen years of experience in survey, analysis and design of
HVAC and Hydronic systems, medical and laboratory utility systems,
specialty gas systems, and plumbing systems for airports, hangars,
healthcare, laboratory, educational, research and development, industrial,
commercial and residential facilities for both new and renovation/retrofit
projects.
Select Project Experience:
Gallatin County Sheriff’s Office Remodel - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Lead Mechanical Design Engineer
Law & Justice Campus and Facility Improvements - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Electrical Designer
Montana State University, Rendezvous Dining Pavillion - Bozeman,
MT:
Role: Design Engineer
Montana State University, Museum of the Rockies Collection Storage
Building - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Design Engineer
Montana State University, Bobcat Athletic Complex - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Design Engineer
12 FIRM BACKGROUND Thoms “TJ” Jones III, PE, NICET III
Fire Protection Designer
Qualification:
Civil Engineer, Environmental Engineer, South Dakota School of Mines and
Technology
FPE NICET III: Tech ID 1327986
OSHA 30L Construction Safety and Health
Description:
TJ has eight years of automatic fire suppression system design and
construction management. His work experience includes a variety of new and
retrofitted construction projects. Some of his work highlights include: a high-rise
hotel with fire pump and standpipes, a retrofitted ESFR sprinkler system in a
warehouse, and a retrofit in a historical courthouse. He prides himself on his
reputation he has developed with Montana Fire Sprinkler Companies by being
known as caring about his design and striving to create “cut less” jobs.
Select Project Experience:
Bonner Fire Station - Bonner, MT:
Role: Fire Protection Engineer
Wolsey Fire Hall - Wolsey, SD:
Role: Fire Protection Designer (with previous employer)
Houston Fire Station - Houston, TX:
Role: Fire Protection Designer (with previous employer)
Big Fork High School - Big Fork, MT:
Role: Fire Protection Designer and Project Manager (with previous employer)
Belgrade Middle School - Belgrade, MT:
Role: Fire Protection Designer and Project Manager
Pete Weber, RCDD
IT/AV/Security Designer
Qualifications:
BS, Psychology, Wheaton College
Description:
Pete Weber brings a wealth of experience in all facets of
telecommunications, physical security, and A/V design for a range of
clients. His design experience ranges from copper and fiber optic cabling,
telecommunications room design, wireless, voice, access control, video
surveillance, and overhead paging.
Select Project Experience:
Missoula Rural Fire Department Bonner Station #4 - Bonner, MT:
Role: Lead Low Voltage Designer
Missoula Public Library - Missoula, MT:
Role: Lead Low Voltage Designer
Missoula County Public Schools - Missoula, MT:
Role: Lead Low Voltage Designer
Missoula International Airport Terminal Expansion - Missoula, MT:
Role: Lead Low Voltage Designer
Montana State University, Norm Asbjornson Hall - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Lead Low Voltage Designer
Billings Logan International Airport - Billings, MT:
Role: Lead Low Voltage Designer
13 FIRM BACKGROUND Matthew Highland
Senior Cost Manager
Qualification:
Bachelor of Construction Management Building, University of Newcastle
Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors, Member
Urban Land Institute, Member
Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat, Member
7 years in the industry | 2 years with Cumming
Description:
Matt is an experienced estimator with international experience on all
sectors, with a specific focus on residential commercial, industrial, and
mixed-use developments. Since joining Cumming, he has provided a full suite
of estimating services to our clients nationally, including high-profile projects in
the Midwest. As a Senior Cost Manager, Matt works closely with our estimating
team to provide clients procurement advice, QA services and value
engineering, making sure that all divisions are represented within estimates.
Relevant Experience:
Pingree Grove Fire Station Design Charette - Elgin, IL
Adams County, Riverdale Regional Park Arena - Brighton, CO - with GSG
Campbell County, Aquatic Center - Campbell, WY
City of Fort Collins Park, Trail Head Arch - Fort Collins, CO
Denver Building Renovations for Offices/Operations/Storage - Denver, CO
City and County of Denver On-Call, Buell Theater - Denver, CO
Colorado Parks & Wildlife, Staunton State Park Phase III Development
including Roadways-Campground-Picnic Area-Trails-Power - Pine, CO
Matthew E. Ekstrom, PE
Senior Land Development Engineer
Land Development Group Leader
Civil Engineer
Description:
Matt E. Ekstrom is the Land Development Group Leader for
Morrison-Maierle, Inc. Mr. Ekstrom has experience in planning, entitling,
designing and managing civil infrastructure projects. He is involved in
municipal and land development engineering. Responsibilities include
subdivision entitlements, water and wastewater system design, road /
storm water design and coordination with regulatory agencies, consultant
coordination and design team management, project feasibility analysis,
engineering and permitting, construction management, and project
scheduling and budgeting.
Select Project Experience:
Yellowstone Airport Subdivision - Belgrade, MT:
Role: Project Manager
Nelson Meadows Industrial Subdivision - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Project Manager
Bozeman East Mixed-Use Apartment Project - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Project Manager
Home-2 Hotel Site Plan - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Project Manager
Safeway Site Plan - Bozeman, MT:
Role: Project Manager
GSG Architecture and our entire consultant team is fully committed to your
project. We are available for this project and our collective team has the
capacity to provide the attention it deserves. We enthusiastically commit to
partnering with you to achieve the absolute best project results through a
highly-collaborative and interactive design process.
As of April 15, 2021, GSG is operating at approximately 69% capacity. This
means we are managing about 25 projects company-wide which are all at
various stages in design and construction. The remaining 34% demonstrates
our available resources as a firm. We will administer as much of our available
resources as needed to ensure this project is managed continuously.
For a look at GSG’s current workload please see the graphic below, which is
broken out by the phase each of our projects is in. 14 FIRM BACKGROUND & FIRM WORKLOAD Marc Diemer, PLA
Principal
Qualifications:
Master of Landscape Architecture, University of Colorado
BS, Natural Resources Management / Environmental Policy
Professional Landscape Architect, Colorado No. 386
Description:
Marc is a licensed landscape architect and urban planner whose diverse
project experience includes town planning and mixed-use community
development, campuses, parks, public gardens, high-end residences, and
world-class resort destinations. He brings a well-rounded perspective to
project teams with additional experience in construction management and
economic development planning. Marc values a collaborative design
process to achieve sustainable and artful design solutions.
Select Project Experience:
Snowmass Fire Station 71: Firehouse Station Design Gold Award, 2019
Faced with an aging fire station originally built in the 1960’s,
Snowmass-Wildcat Fire Protection District in Snowmass Village had
serious operational and safety issues with the facility’s outdated
mechanical and structural systems. Additional space was also needed to
house the current fleet of fire and emergency vehicles required to serve the
thriving mountain resort community.
Basalt Fire Station 41:
DHM helped with design support and site development for new utilities,
circulation, and landscape/irrigation repair. The remodeled Basalt Station
will include a ground-floor display of the town’s first fire engine from 1929.
Other renovations to the station include additional sleeping quarters for
responders/firefighters, a kitchen, a day room, five new administrative
offices, a conference room, and equipment bays were expanded and
modernized.
Firm Workload:
15 CLAIMS Claims:
At any time in the last ten (10) years has your firm been assessed and paid liquidated damages after completion of a project under a contract with
a public owner?
No.
16 REFERENCES Client References for GSG Architecture:
Client: Casper Fire Department
Representative: Scott R. Baxter, PE, Associate Engineer
Contact Info: 307.235.8341 | sbaxter@casperwy.gov
Project: Casper Fire-EMS Station No. 6
Casper Fire-EMS Station No. 5
Casper Fire-EMS Station No. 2
Client: Town of Severance, Colorado
Representative: Mitchell Nelson, Town Planner
Contact Info: 970.685.2810 | mnelson@townofseverance.org
Project: Severance Public Works Facility
Client: Tow of Winter Park, Colorado
Representative: Gerry Vernon, Public Works Director
Contact Info: 970.726.8081 | gvernon@wpgov.com
Project: Winter Park Public Works Facility
Winter Park Transit Facility Master Plan
Winter Park On-Call A/E Services
Client Reference for Morrison-Maierle:
Client: Central Valley Fire District
Representative: Chief Ron Lindroth
Contact Info: 406.388.4480
Project: Bozeman Fire Station #1
References:
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and to all subcontracts.
In addition, ____________________________________(name of entity submitting) hereby affirms it will
abide by the Equal Pay Act of 1963 and Section 39-3-104, MCA (the Montana Equal Pay Act), and has
visited the State of Montana Equal Pay for Equal Work “best practices” website,
https://equalpay.mt.gov/BestPractices/Employers, or equivalent “best practices publication and has
read the material.
Name and title of person authorized to sign on behalf of submitter
GSG Architecture, Inc.
GSG Architecture, Inc.
James G. Holloway, CEO/Principal
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