Maui Community College New Science Building

Kahului, Hawaii

Currently providing the mechanical and electrical engineering work for a new two level, 50,000 sf science building being designed for LEED silver.  The scope of work includes providing the following:

Plumbing to all of the new plumbing fixtures throughout the building.  Plumbing fixtures will be ultra-low flow type to maximize LEED credits.

Acid-waste plumbing to all acid handling plumbing fixtures that will drain through a central neutralization tank.

Support for the new generator including a fuel tank and ventilation.

Hot water system consisting of solar water heating panels with gas back up.

Evaluate air conditioning options for the new Science Building.  Options would include providing a standalone air conditioning system for the building (air cooled or water cooled), connecting to the existing campus central loop and expand the central plant as required to accommodate the new load.

• VAV air conditioning throughout the existing building with central station air handling units.
• 24 hour air conditioning for data and telecomm rooms.
• Exhaust ventilation for the laboratory hoods, hazmat storage and restrooms.
• Specialty ventilation for the machine shop and shop operations.
• Heat recovery for laboratory hood exhaust to pre-cool outside air intakes.
• Evaluate and implement a wind turbine on the grounds of the facility if deemed feasible.
• DDC system to monitor and control all HVAC equipment.
• Demand control ventilation for maximum energy savings.
• Fire sprinklers throughout the building.
• LEED alternatives to the greatest extent possible.

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Kamehameha Schools East Hawaii Campus

KEAAU, HAWAII

InSynergy Engineering, Inc. provided the design to provide 12 kv primary distribution system serving substations to each of three utility buildings for elementary, middle school, high school and supporting buildings and 480 volt distribution from each of the three utility buildings to 24 classroom buildings. Construction will be accomplished in phases. In addition provided design of interior power distribution, lighting, telecommunications, public address and fire alarm systems.

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Ka'iwakiloumoku Hawaiian Cultural Center

Kamehameha Schools Ka'iwakiloumoku Hawaiian Cultural Center

HONOLULU, HAWAII

The portion of work completed by InSynergy Engineering, Inc. included the mechanical engineering design work for plumbing, ventilation, air conditioning, and fire protection.

The scope of work included the following:

• Provide plumbing to all new plumbing fixtures.
• Provide gas piping / LPG tank system to support the new kitchen.
• Provide storm drainage for open areas and area drains.
• Provide grease interceptor system to support the new kitchen space.
• Provide air conditioning for administrative, dining, classroom, and assembly utilizing chilled water from a central plant, or DX split / packaged air conditioning systems (to be determined based on further studies). The Kahua area will be an open area that will not be air conditioned.
• Provide 24/7 air conditioning for the new signal and telecomm rooms.
• Provide fire protection for the telecomm equipment rooms consisting of a gaseous or pre-action fire sprinkler system.
• Provide support ventilation for workshops and general ventilation for restrooms, and enclosed areas.
• Provide kitchen ventilation so support kitchen hoods and dishwashing equipment.
• Provide fire sprinklering if desired by the school.

Engineering design services included a field survey of the existing site to observe conditions; new water and sewer coordination with the prime contractor’s civil engineer; a preparation of the cost estimate; review of substitution requests during bidding, review of shop drawings and equipment submittals; and site visits during the Design, Construction, and Final Observation stages.

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UH Hilo New Student Services Building

HILO, HAWAII

We have provided the electrical engineering design work, as well as the new Photovoltaic (PV) system design, for the new UH Hilo Student Services Building. This new center includes a three-story high building divided into two wings with covered walkways in between them. The two wings, called East Wing and West Wing, will contain offices, conference rooms, open office areas, as well as bathrooms and electrical/mechanical building support rooms. The third floor of the East Wing is entirely designed for electrical/mechanical support and cannot be used for other purposes. New PV system will be roof mounted and will include (416)-PV modules, (4)-combiner boxes,(1)-75 kW PV Inverter and associated PV electrical apparatus, metering equipment and wiring. UH Hilo Student Services Building PV system is designed to generate approximately 8,700 kWh of energy per month.

The electrical systems provided were designed and installed based on applicable NEC guidelines and standards, the IES design criteria, and State of Hawaii Energy Efficiency Standards. The following systems were provided:

• Exterior electrical service, including the relocation of existing pole lights within parking lots and providing new compact fluorescent bollards along the new walkways.
• Exterior Communications, including data and telephone service.
• Interior power distribution, telephone, data, and CATV service.
• Addressable, programmable fire alarm system including manual pull stations, smoke detectors, heat detectors, control and monitoring modules.
• Security system, including equipment such as card readers, electric door strikes, and security cameras.
• Interior and exterior lighting and branch wiring as recommended by the IES Lighting Handbook, incorporating energy efficiency, lighting zone capabilities, occupancy sensors, photocell sensors with daylight control capabilities, etc.
• Photovoltaic system with roof mounted, high-efficiency solar modules and 75kW commercial utility interactive DC to AC PV inverter (with associated electrical apparatus).

The electrical systems were designed to ensure energy efficient operations with the goal to achieve LEED Silver.

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Maui Lani Elementary School

MAUI, HAWAII

We provided the mechanical engineering design work for plumbing, ventilation, air conditioning, and sprinkler protection for a new 88,496 sf elementary school campus.

Our scope of work included the following:

• Central air conditioning for the classrooms and admin/library wing using single packaged air-cooled ducted air conditioning units for the classrooms, and split system dx variable air volume units for the admin/library area.
• Separate dx AC systems for the telecom rooms.
• Exhaust ventilation for the restrooms, bathrooms, and janitor closets.
• Grease exhaust system with make-up air ventilation for the main cafeteria kitchen.
• Plumbing for the restrooms and kitchen, and janitor closets, and main cafeteria kitchen.
• New grease interceptor sized to accommodate the main cafeteria sanitary waste system.
• Gas distribution system for the water heaters and kitchen appliances.
• Complete fire sprinkler system for the classrooms and admin/library buildings.

Our engineering design services include:

• Coordination of air conditioning design with the acoustical consultant.
• New water and sewer coordination with the civil engineer.
• New electrical coordination/service with the electrical engineer.

In addition, we prepared a commissioning plan to monitor and document the commissioning phases, and assisted in a three week commissioning of the various systems.

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Naalehu Elementary School

New Six Classroom Building

NAALEHU, HAWAII

We provided the mechanical and electrical design work for plumbing, ventilation, air conditioning, fire protection, power and lighting. The mechanical scope of work includes providing air conditioning throughout the entire building from either a central chilled water air conditioning system or individual packaged through the wall air conditioning units; designing the mechanical systems around High Performance School Guidelines and DOE standards; providing plumbing to all plumbing fixtures; providing acid waste piping to support the lab facilities; provide LPG tank and gas piping to support the lab facilities; providing ventilation for science room hoods and restroom facilities; and integrating heat recovery for hot water heating or solar water heating system. LEED requirements including waterless urinals, low-flow plumbing fixtures and commissioning requirements were integrated to meet the LEED silver requirements.

The electrical scope of work included integrating LEED energy saving requirements, including occupancy sensors and lighting controls, to meet LEED silver requirements; providing site power to receptacles, equipment, and lighting to support the addition of the new classroom building; providing telecomm infrastructure, telephone, and CATV systems, and providing a fire alarm system throughout the building.

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Baldwin High School

WAILUKU, HAWAII

InSynergy Engineering, Inc. provided the mechanical engineering design work to expand the new library. Our scope of work included providing plumbing to all new plumbing fixtures; roof storm drains and area storm drains as required; central air conditioning consisting of a high efficiency chilled water system and C02 demand control ventilation; general ventilation for restrooms and outside air relief; and ensuring compliance with Hawaii High Performance School Guidelines.

Sustainable design features incorporated into the project include the following:

• Dual flush toilet and waterless urinals to reduce consumption of potable water
• Additional commissioning of mechanical systems to ensure all systems are operating per the design intent
• High efficiency air cooled chillers or air conditioning packaged systems to reduce energy consumption
• No CFS will be used in air conditioning equipment
• Ventilation rates and indoor air quality will comply with ASHRAE 62

We are also providing mechanical and fire protection engineering services to convert the existing library into a Classroom and Counseling Center. Our scope for this portion includes providing new sinks in the classrooms; replacing one water cooler and providing an additional new water cooler; and providing new air conditioning for the counseling area only.

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McDonald's Restaurants Renovations

HAWAII

InSynergy Engineering, Inc. has been providing mechanical and electrical engineering design services to renovate the following McDonald’s restaurants:

• Dairy Road, Maui
• Enchanted Lake
• Ewa Beach
• Fort Street
• Hawaii Kai
• Kahala
• Kahana
• Kamehameha Shopping Center

• Kapolei
• King Street
• Kuhio Avenue
• Laie
• Moanalua
• Nanakuli
• Nimitz
• Puainako, Hilo
• School Street

• Temple Valley
• Wahiawa
• Waianae
• Waimanalo
• Waipio

Various renovations for these restaurants include relocating existing piping to accommodate relocation of the cashier’s window; replacing air devices in dining room and order area; replacing existing rooftop exhaust fans and air conditioning equipment; replacing existing plumbing fixtures with new low flow fixtures; providing new exterior lighting and interior lighting; electrical support for the reconfiguration of the drive-thru lane to include new menu boards and order taking locations; relocating existing light poles to accommodate reconfiguration of the parking lot and drive-thru lane; and providing infrastructure to support cameras and security systems.

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Moanalua Shopping Center Redevelopment

HONOLULU, HAWAII

Provided the mechanical, electrical, and fire protection engineering design work for a new Office Building and Retail Space at the Moanalua Shopping Center in Honolulu, Hawaii.  This is a design build project for the U. S. Navy.

Office Building: 

The building is approximately 54,640 sq feet in gross area and consists of a two-story, non-combustible type II-B construction, office building.  Our mechanical work included providing the following: plumbing to all new plumbing fixtures; a hot water heating system consisting of electric water heaters for lavatories; a packaged rooftop air conditioning system to serve the entire building; VAV air distribution; an energy management system consisting of DDC controls; ventilation for bathrooms and storage; and mechanical support for elevator systems including ventilation and sump pump.  Our electrical work included providing power within the new building to new receptacles, office equipment, air conditioning equipment, and other internal loads; new lighting throughout the building; an emergency generator system to support critical life safety systems including the elevator and fire alarm systems; new telecomm raceways and outlets to be coordinated with the users; and new LAN and telephone backboards.  Final terminations and wiring was completed by others. Our fire protection work included providing a complete automatic fire sprinkler system and fire alarm evacuation system.  A mass notification system was also integrated into the fire alarm system. 

Retail Building:

The building is approximately 27,201 sq feet in gross area.  The facility consists of a one-story, non-combustible type II-B construction, office building.  Our mechanical scope of work included providing plumbing stub-outs for the tenant shell spaces; grease interceptor systems for future food service tenants; and a packaged rooftop air conditioning system for each of the future tenant spaces. Our electrical scope of work included providing separate meters for each tenant space; power up to each individual space’s panel; and raceways and outlets for the EPOS system.  Our fire protection work included providing the building with a complete automatic fire sprinkler system and fire alarm evacuation system.  A mass notification system was not provided.

Mechanical, Electrical and Fire Protection Construction Estimate:  $905,000

In addition, we were responsible for the electrical engineering design work for the site work which included the coordination and design of electrical, telephone, data, and cable television services distribution ductlines and design of the exterior parking area lighting.

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Nobu's Restaurant

Nobu's Restaurant at the Waikiki Parc Hotel

WAIKIKI, HAWAII

Provided mechanical and electrical engineering design work for plumbing, ventilation, air conditioning, fire protection, power, communication, and lighting.

The mechanical scope of work include the following:

• Remove existing kitchen plumbing fixtures and piping to accommodate new layout and provide new plumbing connections to new kitchen equipment.
• Remove existing HVAC systems and replace with new.
• Relocate fire sprinkler heads as required.
• Modify the kitchen ventilation systems to support the kitchen renovation.
• Reconnect all new plumbing into the existing grease interception.

The electrical scope of work include the following:

• Remove and replace existing power distribution to kitchen and dining areas.
• Remove and replace existing lighting.  Lighting design will be by others.
• Provide new fire alarm devices and support for security and point of sale systems.
• Provide power to all new HVAC and kitchen equipment.

Engineering design services include field survey of existing site, preparation of cost estimate, a review of substitution requests during bidding, a review of shop drawings and equipment submittals, and site visits during the preliminary design, construction, and final observation stages.

Changes done throughout the project included revising electrical, lighting, and communication plans, changing the ceiling and floor level lighting plans, revising the electrical distribution system and equipment to accommodate the request to add electrical service check meters, redesigning the diffuser locations and ductwork, recalculating the air conditioning system, and revising the chilled water cooling piping plan and diagrams.

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Plaza at Milltown

WAIPAHU, HAWAII

InSynergy Engineering, Inc. provided the mechanical and fire protection engineering design work for plumbing, ventilation, air conditioning, and fire protection, including fire sprinkler and fire alarm systems for the Sugar Mill Commercial Center, also known as Plaza at Milltown.

Our mechanical scope includes the following:

• Provide plumbing stub-outs to each space consisting of water and sanitary piping (grease and non-grease) stubs for each shell space.
• Provide plumbing to the restrooms.
• Provide a central grease interceptor system to serve the entire facility.
• Provide support for the elevator including an oil water separator and pre-action fire sprinkler system.
• Provide roof drainage systems for the building and plumbing support for mechanical air conditioning systems.
• Provide roof top packaged air conditioning units for each tenant space. Air conditioning unit sizing will be based on a standard 200 sf/ton. Additional air conditioning will be provided by the individual tenants. Ductwork distribution will be provided by the individual tenants.
• Provide outside air provisions for each tenant space.
• Provide ventilation for the restrooms.

Our fire protection scope of work includes the following:

• Conduct life safety analysis for the new building and building code compliance.
• Provide fire sprinkler protection throughout the shell spaces.
• Provide fire alarm throughout the shell spaces.
• Provide testing of fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems at the completion of construction.

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Outrigger Waikiki Beachwalk

WAIKIKI, HAWAII

InSynergy Engineering, Inc. provided the overall mechanical shell design services for the Outrigger Waikiki Beachwalk project, which consists of a two tower 400 room Embassy Suites hotel, a 200 room Outrigger Islander Hotel, a 1,200 room Outrigger Reef on the Beach, and a new 90,000 sf retail podium.

Our scope of services included the design and construction management of a new 2,400 ton chilled water plant that supports the entire complex. We also completed the shell design for the retail plaza which includes 40 retailers and restaurants, and the complete air conditioning, ventilation, plumbing, and fire sprinkler design for the main kitchen, pool and meeting rooms, parking garage, and over 30,000 sf of Outrigger office space. We also completed the mechanical design for the renovation of the 400 room Embassy Suites Hotel.

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Honolulu Zoo Learning Center

HONOLULU, HAWAII

InSynergy Engineering, Inc. provided the mechanical and electrical engineering design work for plumbing, ventilation, air conditioning, fire protection, power, and lighting.

The mechanical scope of work included the following: provided plumbing to new restroom plumbing fixtures; demolition plans for existing plumbing fixtures; air conditioning throughout the space consisting of ducted DX split air conditioning units; and ventialtion for restrooms and general areas.

The electrical scope of work included providing site electrical removal plans and new site power to the building; site lighting within the area of work and the exterior of the building; interior power distribution, lighting, data, and telecom systems; a manual fire alarm system; coordination of telecom requirements with City and County IT personnel; and on-site renewable energy to a 1,000 sf classroom space via a 6 kW solar photovoltaic system.

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Kahului Airport Electrical Power Upgrade

KAHULUI, HAWAII

InSynergy Engineering, Inc. was the Prime Consultant for a study to identify the electrical construction requirements and upgrades required to have the capability of providing 400 Hz power to the all of the loading bridges that serve parked aircraft at the Kahului Airport.

Based on the study, we provided the detailed engineering design services to upgrade the electrical power system to support the new distributed 400 Hz power supplies for the passenger loading docks. Our scope of work included removing the existing primary switchgear, replacing two existing unit substations with new, providing new electrical distribution for the distributed 400 Hz power supplies at 18 gates, designed additional electrical power to support future TSA equipment, designed new electrical room with switchgear for TSA equipment, coordinated load requirements and scheduling of other projects with Maui Electric Company, provided new SCADA system for TSA electrical equipment and tie-in to new SCADA system, provided new fire alarm devices for the TSA electrical room and interconnect to the existing fire alarm system, provided new security system for the TSA electrical room and interconnect to the existing security system, and designed new air handling units to serve the new electrical switchgear and substation room.

Total Construction Cost: $13,000,000

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Alapai Bus Transit Center

HONOLULU, HAWAII

We provided the mechanical and electrical engineering design work for the new bus transit facility at Alapai Street, consisting of a bus parking area, passenger shelters, and a bus transit building. Our scope of work included the following:

Joint Traffic Management System (JTMS):

• Coordinate site electrical requirements with the JTMC design team and provide spare ducts or infrastructure to support the JTMC building and prevent future re-work.

Alapai Transit Center:

• Plumbing for lavatories, urinal, and water closets in the restroom building.
• Remove and relocate existing utilities routed through the site and street lights as necessary.
• Coordinate site power requirements with HECO.
• Coordinate utilities with Hawaiian Telcom, HECO, and Oceanic Cable.
• Provide site lighting throughout the site.
• Provide receptacles, lighting, and power to mechanical equipment in the Bus Transit Building.
• Provide power and lighting at bus stop shelters and storage building.

Parking Structure:

• Coordinate utilities for the new parking structure.
• Coordinate site power requirement with HECO.
• Coordinate utilities with Hawaiian Telcom and Oceanic Cable.
• Coordinate infrastructure tie-in with the parking structure design team.

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Board of Water Supply Air Conditioning Renovation

Board of Water Supply Beretania Building Air Conditioning Renovation

HONOLULU, HAWAII

Phase I includes the following: conduct a load analysis to verify cooling requirements for the building; monitor the chiller plant; evaluate existing electrical loads; conduct assessment of the existing air conditioning systems to determine replacement options; select major equipment components; provide budgets for each scheme analyzed; and meet with the Board of Water Supply (BWS) to select the most feasible air conditioning scheme that will meet the BWS functional and budgetary requirements.

Phase II includes developing a modified Design Build RFP based on the scheme selected, consisting of a narrative and conceptual and schematic drawings. The Division 1 and General requirements of the RFP will also be developed.

Phase III includes assisting BWS in reviewing the DB contractor’s technical proposals; providing briefing to the selection committee based on review findings; and provide clarifications to RFI’s generated by the contractors during the pricing phase.

Phase IV of this project includes reviewing DB design documents to ensure compliance with all RFP requirements; provide clarification to RFI’s generated by the Design Builder during the construction and design phase; review value engineering proposals, shop drawings and major equipment submittals to ensure compliance with RFP requirements; and conduct site visits to observe construction during key milestones.

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Honolulu International Airport Chilled Water System

Honolulu International Airport Chilled Water System Modernization

HONOLULU, HAWAII

InSynergy Engineering is the prime consultant for the replacement and upgrade of the existing chilled water system the serves the entire 3,000,000 sf Honolulu International Airport.

The airport is currently served by three separate chilled water systems that serve the Diamond Head Wing, the Overseas Terminal, and the Ewa Wing/Interisland Terminal.

The scope of the project includes rebuilding and upsizing the three chilled water plants to 4,000 tons of capacity each to meet current and future loads for a planned 1,000,000 sf expansion of the airport. The three plants will be connected by a new 20-inch chilled water supply and return loop that will be routed in a new elevated walkway along the upper Wikiwiki bus level of the terminal.

In addition to the new chilled water loop and energy efficient water cooled chiller plants, we are also designing three (3) new 5,000 KVA substations to provide power to the new equipment, and a new Direct Digital Control (DDC) System to monitor and control the system. The new system will provide flexibility and redundancy in operation since each of the chiller plants can generate and distribute cooling through the new loop to the other areas in the airport in the event one of the plants is down for maintenance or repair, or to conserve energy during periods of minimum loads.

As part of the project, the existing Sheriff’s office was demolished and rebuilt in a new location to accommodate the new Diamond Head chiller plant.

We are also providing construction observation and construction management services during construction and assist in the new startup and commissioning of the new systems.

Total Construction Cost: $51,000,000

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LPG Storage at Maui New Yard

Install Additional LPG Storage at Maui New Yard

KAHULUI, HAWAII

Currently providing the mechanical and electrical engineering design work to install six new 30,000 gallon tanks at the Maui Base Yard. Our scope of work includes the following:

Mechanical:

• Prepare design drawings and specifications for the installation of six 30,000 gallon LPG tanks on existing concrete pedestals in the Maui New Yard.
• Evaluate the possible use of existing 30,000 gallon tanks owned by The Gas Company.
• Include gas and fire detection equipment in the design as required by the Maui Fire Department.
• Include “redundant and fail safe product control measures” as described in NFPA 58 in the design as required by the Maui Fire Department.
• Include the consolidation of bulkheads/fill points in design.
• Incorporate emergency shutdowns of new tanks with existing.
• Revise and provide updated P&ID drawings.

Electrical:

• Provide power to the level sensing system.
• Integrate emergency shutdown of LPG transfer equipment.
• Provide power to all new fire sensing and monitoring devices.

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Honolulu International Airport Distributed Generation Power Plant

HONOLULU, HAWAII

In 2006, we assisted Hawaiian Electric Company in conducting a feasibility study for the State of Hawaii Department of Transportation-Airports Division to evaluate the technical, operational, and cost considerations for the potential installation of an emergency power facility at the Honolulu International Airport. This study also included the evaluation of the potential costs and operational considerations of HECO’s use of these units as dispatchable standby generators.

Following the completion of the study, we recently completed the design for a new 10 MW DG power plant for the Honolulu International Airport including Fuel Storage Tank Farm with Containment Berm, oil water separator, and truck unloading rack which will also accommodate a future expansion to 20 MW.

The current scope of work for the first phase of the generator building design includes providing four 2.5 MW Caterpillar diesel generators with radiators and associated auxiliary equipment, with the design fitting within the allocated site adjacent to HECO’s Airport substation. This entailed identifying setback and spacing requirements, ass well as maintaining the Department of Transportation easement. Also included in the scope was ensuring that the building design and construction would survive hurricane conditions, have a configuration considering noise abatement requirements, and allowing for access clearances required to deliver gen-sets to the site and fuel truck deliveries.

We also designed a 7-day usable fuel storage tank farm to allow for future fuels (naptha, diesel/ethanol, or jet fuel). The fuel tank and foundation are designed in accordance with API 650 with El Segundo leak detection tank bottom, fuel containment wall, containment area lining for spill containment.

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Install Additional Tanks at Kalaeloa Terminal

KALAELOA, HAWAII

We are currently providing the mechanical and electrical engineering design work for siting and installing nine 30,0000 tanks and associated foundations. The work generally involves updating drawings that were prepared in 2005 and completed up to 90%. The drawings and specifications will be updated to comply with current site conditions and current codes.

Our scope of work includes the following:

Mechanical:
1. Coordinate the design and installation of the new tanks.
2. Update and validate the master plan the facility to consider possible future loading bulkhead and other product transfer operations.
3. Update drawings to meet the current requirements for NFPA 58 and 59 as well as the new Hawaii State Fire Code.
4. Provide updated Code analysis to ensure all fire protection and setback requirements are addressed.
5. Conduct pre-bid walk-through.
6. Process building permit application. (Permit fee not included.)
7. Prepare contract documents.
8. Conduct pre-construction conference.
9. Provide construction site observations periodically and respond to clarification requests.
10. Provide construction phase support services including review of submittals (material and shop drawings) and payment requests.
11. Coordinate all disciplines.

Electrical:
1.  Update drawings based on actual current conditions.
2. Conduct a code analysis and validate the design done in 2005.
3. Provide construction phase support including review of equipment submittals and shop drawings.

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