Hensel Phelps Technical
Assistance Program (TAP)
IntroductionsCharles Eaton and Brad Lewis
Agenda
Hensel Phelps Procurements
Project Delivery Methods Subcontract Insurance \ Bonding
Project Administration Quality Control Safety
Paving the Way To Success
Introduction
Hensel Phelps started
as an SBE in 1937
Who We Are
Introduction
Who We Are
Introduction
Federal
Education
Healthcare
Hospitality
Avi
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Mission Critical
Renewa
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Market Focus
Approximately 80% of our work is managed through the design-build delivery method.
30%
70%
Private
Procurement
Why An Information Sheet?
Years in Business, Volume, & Safety Record○ Annual Sales past two years○ Current volume on hand – Backlog○ Current employee count○ Safety Record for the past three years
Financial Backing○ Long Term and Short Term Loans○ Bonding Capacity
References○ General Contractor/Owner References○ Vendor/Supplier References
To help us match the right scope and project to you!
Procurement
Subcontractor Relationships / Marketing
• Provide as much information as possible, but make sure you include: Point of Contact w/email and fax number Small Business Status Bonding ability
This is your tool to provide current information to us!
• Update your information Semi-annually or when contacts change
Most applicable CSI Division – Do Not overburden Divisions The States were you work Brief Description of Company Services
Procurement
Subcontractor Relationships / Marketing
Procurement
Subcontractor Relationships / Marketing
How to get in front of the right person?
Contact Project Estimator and find out who has been assigned to your scope.
Procurement
Bidding
Communicate early with HP’s Estimator:
• Discuss scope to be bid:Applicable specification sectionsPlans including detailsProject sequencing and schedule
• Relate your capacity and capabilities.• Advise of your SBE Status.• Are there special bid requirements?
Procurement
Bidding
Design-Bid-Build
Design-Build
CM at Risk
Procurement
Project Delivery Methods
g / Interview
Procurement
Project Delivery MethodsIssue RFQ
Award: Based on Qualifications & Price
Elements of the 6 Step Quality Process Quality Process Log Procurement Phase Purchasing Meetings Pre-Mobilization Meetings Preparatory Meetings Initial Inspections Follow-up Inspections Source Inspections Final Inspections Commissioning Process Overview Project Closeout
Quality Control
Safety Start Up Packet
Safety Plan
Haz Com Plan
– Inventory
– Questionnaire
Activity Hazard Analysis (AHA)
Competent Person
– Trainings
Safety
We All Have A Purpose – Work Safe!
Safety
Financial Management
Business Plan
Realistic Business Growth
Steps for Success
Paving The Way to Success
Financial Management
Steps for Success
Paving The Way to Success
Bonding, Working Capital and Competitive Pricing
Develop relationships
– Insurance Agent
– Surety Bond Producer and Surety Company
– Banker
– Attorney
– CPA
Steps for Success
Project Management
Closely manage projects and incorporate early warning systems to catch potential problems
Incorporate supervisory and field training in your operations
Pre-plan your work
Steps for Success
Estimating and Job Cost Reporting
Hire experienced estimator, even if only on a part-time or “as-needed” basis
Put into place an automated job costing system
Steps for Success
Business Plan
Steps for Success
Paving The Way to Success
Comprehensive Business Plan
Develop business plan, including establishing a succession plan
Train your Staff
Establish clear job descriptions including fair compensation structure
Steps for Success
Changes in Scope or Line of Business
Exhaust opportunities in your core competency before seeking work in other areas
Steps for Success
Realistic Growth
Steps for Success
Paving The Way to Success
Realistic Growth
Manage your expansion and growth
Grow incrementally in keeping with your management, bonding and financial resources
Consider the formation of a joint venture with a firm in the new location or one with more direct experience with the type of work being bid
Steps for Success
SMART Goals
Specific
Measurable
Attainable
Realistic
Timely
Steps for Success
Hensel Phelps started
as an SBE in 1937
Closing
Contact InformationCharles Eaton
[email protected] Lewis