Arrington Watkins 2018 Military

Arrington Watkins Architects, LLC

STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS

MILITARY

Firm Profile Arrington Watkins Architects, LLC

From left: Mike Conder, Mike Quinn, Patte Thornton, Matt Gorman, Peter Sangiorgio, Kyle Swanson and Michelle Diaz

“Mr. Arrington and… HISTORY
Mr. Watkins demonstrated Lynn Arrington and David Watkins after practicing architecture together since 1974,
on a continual basis the formed Arrington Watkins Architects, a full-service architectural firm, in 1994. In
ability to listen to ideas of 2017, seven long-time team members took over ownership with at least one principal
the staff involved, develop intimately involved in each project the firm undertakes. Working closely with them is
systems to deal with a talented staff of 32 architects, architects-in-training, and support staff, equipped with
problems encountered, the latest technology available.
and provided what we in
Arizona feel is the finest
facility in the world.”

James P. McFadden
Former Warden
State of Arizona
ASPC Lewis

“…AW is the best CORE VALUES
architectural firm I have The strength of Arrington Watkins is our culture. Although you should see and sense the
ever worked with.” culture when you deal with any of us, we wanted a way to verbalize it with our staff
and with all those that touch us. So, we created 12 core values to more clearly define
exactly what the Arrington Watkins culture is. They are reflected in everything we do
and every interaction we have. Our core values are always the framework from which
we make all of our decisions. You will find our 12 core values on the following page.

Daniel F. Arana. PE EXPERIENCE
Former VP of Operations Arrington Watkins Architects has provided design and facilities management services
Federal and Correctional Division to government clients, corporations and contractor firms throughout the United States on
Sundt Construction projects ranging in size up to $320 million in construction cost. The firm’s expertise is
in the design and management of projects that are technically complex in their systems,
function or processes. These projects have included public safety facilities, medical
installations, high-tech office / assembly, manufacturing, court facilities, criminal justice
facilities, warehouse buildings, and retail fuel installations. Much of our experience
is in managing complex projects involving multiple consultants, approving agencies,
owners and user groups.

Firm Profile Core Values

“You are heads and
shoulders above your
competition, while they
may have attractive
presentations, you grasp
the real concept of customer
service and deliver it.”

Mike Rank 1. Pursue and share knowledge
Former Senior Project Manager 2. Support a balanced life
Construction Services 3. Have fun
Arizona Department of 4. Be passionate and dedicated to your work
Administration 5. Be creative, innovative and pursue new ideas
6. Promote open and honest communication
“You think and act like 7. Be accountable
a developer or owner – 8. Build lasting relationships
not a services firm whose 9. Provide a WOW service experience
primary objective is to 10. Embrace and drive change
maximize billings. You 11. Foster a collaborative environment
think and act in the best 12. Treat people fairly and with respect
interest of the customer,
irrespective of the impact As a result of our culture, we hear regularly from clients, consultants, contractors
on your bottom line.” and others who tell us that we are different from other Architectural firms.
Happily, they have been eager to share their thoughts about why! Throughout
Jim Hunter this document we have included testimonies from some of these individuals.
Senior Vice President
Dominion Leasing Company

Firm Profile Services

“By ensuring continuity of Pre-Design
key personnel from early • Site analysis and selection
design to construction • Needs assessments
completion, Arrington • Architectural programming
Watkins maintained a level • Masterplanning
of service and integrated an • Project budgeting
efficiency of efforts rarely • Public presentation
seen on our projects.” • Feasibility studies

Diane L. Vaughn, AIA Architectural Design
Senior Project Manager • Conceptual and 3D design studies
Design and Construction • Architectural design and documentation
Federal Bureau of Prisons • Specifications
• Agency approvals
“The Arrington Watkins • BIM (Building Information Management)
project team and upper • Building code and ADA analysis
management have been
exceptional to work with. Sustainable Design
Their inventive design • Incorporate sustainable design practices on all projects
process and the ability to • 10 LEED Accredited Professionals
work within a tight project • Five LEED certified projects
schedule have resulted in • Complete utility company rebate applications
a seamless transition from • LEED management and consultation - research, document preparation task
design, to construction, to management
ultimate occupancy.” • Life cycle cost analysis and feasibility studies

Cindy Jones Construction Administration
Former Senior Project Manager • Assist the owner in any way feasible to facilitate the timely and quality
County of San Bernardino completion of the construction
Architecture and Engineering • Work closely with the contractor in the field to assist them in maintaining
the schedule and budget and producing a smooth running, efficient,
successful construction project
• Attend weekly site meetings
• Prioritize submittals
• Answer requests for information in a very timely manner
• Work to resolve field issues
• Analyze value engineering ideas

Self Certification & Annual Facilities Permit
• Three approved City of Phoenix Self Certification Professionals
• Have completed two City of Phoenix self-certified projects
• Have completed seven AFP projects

Firm Profile Project Management Approach

“The project success is We place the highest priority on the efficient and effective management of our
due to the commitment of projects. Some of the keys to our success in managing projects are:
the team and Arrington
Watkins’ total project • Focus on the Client: Cost, functional and aesthetic decisions are made with
management philosophy.” the goals of the project, and the clients best interest, in mind.

Dennis Cotter • Committed Project Teams: From beginning of the project to the end --
Former Plant Operations Director no departments, no handoffs.
State of Nevada Department of
Corrections • Highly Interactive Process: We think you, the client, are best served when
included as an active, integral part of the design team.
“All challenges were
resolved with the idea that • Project Management Database: The cornerstone of Arrington Watkins project
“we” (Salt River Community) management system; a highly effective tool to track and retrieve the vast
are the customer. Suffice amount of information developed throughout a project.
it to say that is the extra
mile the AW team has • Weekly Project Meetings: Our rigorous meeting minute system is highly
always taken.“ developed and results in the assignments of well-defined tasks to specific
individuals with specific time constraints.
Ronald J. Stack
Senior Construction Manager • Scheduling: A very detailed, critical path schedule for each project, monitored
Salt River Pima/ Maricopa Indian throughout the project.
Community Engineering and
Construction Services Division • Construction Costs / Estimating: We manage the design against the budget
constantly and from the very beginning of the project avoiding the position of
slashing quality and scope late in the game.

• Quality Assurance: Information from our Project Database is retrieved and
used throughout the project in the form of meeting minutes, QA checklists,
discipline reports, and construction logs. Plans are reviewed against the
checklist using 1 of our 3 “war rooms” (see above), helping to minimize
changes and change orders.

Leadership Team

Matthew Gorman Matt has managed major projects for the firm
Managing Principal throughout the United States, including a number
Master of Architecture of private prisons, two large Federal Prisons, and
Arizona State University border patrol stations. Locally, Matt has been Project
Manager on numerous police and fire facilities
Years with firm: 22 for the City of Phoenix, City of Tempe, and Native
American communities.
Mike Quinn
Managing Principal Mike has managed some of the firm’s largest prison
Master of Architecture projects, including two $200 million projects for the
Arizona State University Arizona State Prison system. Mike is also an expert in
the planning and design of public works, maintenance
Years with firm: 22 and fleet maintenance facilities. In addition, Mike
guides the staff in the policies and procedures of
construction administration services.

Mike Conder Mike’s career has included projects in the fields of
Managing Principal justice, education, office and mixed-use. He is well
versed in conventional construction technologies and
Master of Architecture multiple delivery methods. He has experience in all
Bachelor of aspects of project management including scheduling,
Architectural Studies budgeting, programming, design, documentation and
Arizona State University construction administration.

Years with firm: 8 Peter has managed numerous major projects for the
firm, including large prison projects in Arizona and
Peter Sangiorgio throughout the United States, police and sheriff’s
Principal Architect facilities, and a wide range of other building types.
Peter has been largely responsible for Arrington
BS Architectural Watkins’ presence in the State of Nevada over the
Technology and Urban past 10 years, completing 12 projects for the State
Design, New York of Nevada Department of Corrections.
Institute of Technology
Kyle has managed a wide variety of major projects
Years with firm: 22 for the firm, including: the Hawaii Regional Security
Operations Center for the U.S. Navy and the National
Kyle Swanson Security Administration, large regional police and
Principal Architect fire training facilities, police substations, evidence
storage facilities and 911 call centers. Kyle also leads
Bachelor of Architecture the firm’s CADD services and has been instrumental
North Dakota State in the development of the firm’s capabilities in REVIT
University and BIM.

Years with firm: 15

Leadership Team

Patricia Thornton Patte has a strong construction background and makes
Principal Architect use of that experience in the office and in the field.
She has worked with multiple project delivery methods
Master of Architecture and her project experience includes programming,
New Jersey Institute of masterplanning, schematic, design development,
Technology contract documents through the permitting process, and
construction administration.
Years with firm: 10
Michelle is responsible for the day to day management
Michelle Diaz of the firm’s business. Working closely with the
Principal managing principals and the leadership team, she
Business Manager manages the day-to-day finances, human resources,
insurance, contracts and general office operations.
MBA
Ottawa University

Years with firm: 14 Marcelo is an experienced project manager on a
variety of project types, many of them for Native
Marcelo Reyna American Communities. Projects include public safety,
Associate public works, recycling, and alternative energy
projects. Marcelo is skilled at performing programming
Bachelor of Architecture and needs assessments and serves as the firm’s leader
University of Notre in sustainability, LEED and the U.S. Green Building
Dame Council – Arizona Chapter.

Years with firm: 21 As former principal, Lynn was the design and technical
driving force behind all of the firm’s projects…either
Lynn Arrington through his direct involvement or through the impact
Founding Principal he had on the education and development of our
staff. His impressive knowledge of building systems
Bachelor of Architecture and construction, his limitless capacity for innovative
Kansas State University ideas, and his infectious enthusiasm has helped form
the ideals of what Arrington Watkins is today.

David Watkins As former principal, David oversaw all of the business
Founding Principal management aspects of the firm, including financial
management, human resources, risk management, IT
Bachelor of Architecture systems, and marketing and business development
Kansas State University systems. In addition, David served as Principal Architect
MBA on many of the firm’s projects, primarily involving
Arizona State University masterplanning, needs assessments, programming
and feasibility.

Military Representative Projects

“…AW is the best Luke AFB – Gymnasium Remodel
architectural firm I have Glendale, AZ
ever worked with.” 43,000 SF / $6.2M

Daniel F. Arana Presidio Barracks Building
Formerly with Monterey, CA
Sundt Construction 125,000 SF / $51M

Hawaii Regional Security Operations
Center (HRSOC)
Department of the Navy – NAVFAC for
National Security Administration
Wahiawa, HI
243,200 SF / $331.6M

Naval Weapons Station Earle
Leonardo, NJ
13,000 SF / $23.5M

Yuma Marine Corps Air Station –
Demolition of Tower 150
Yuma, AZ
4,000 SF / $450,000

NAVFAC Mid Atlantic MACC
North Carolina IPT
Norfolk, VA
Design-Build Proposal
Shortlisted into MACC

Building and Utility Remodel
Colts Neck, NJ
12,000 SF / $23M

Texas MATOC
Design-Build Proposal
Shortlisted into MATOC

Okinawa SOF Facility
Okinawa, Japan
126,000 SF / $57M

Building #700 At Luke AFB
Glendale, AZ
18,000 SF / $400,000

Military Representative Projects – MACC / MATOC / JOC

“…AW is the best Naval Air Station North Island –
architectural firm I have Coronado
ever worked with.”
• SERE ATC Phase 2, Building #1 - #2
Daniel F. Arana (total of 5 buildings)
Formerly with
Sundt Construction • Building 476 Expansion

• Building 251 Renovations

Building 251 Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake
• Michelson Lab Elevator Upgrades
• Australian Team RDT&E – LEED v4
• Radar Maintenance Facility
• Multi-Roof Replacements
• Building 00971 Renovations
• Building 70129 Renovations
• Building 15988 Renovations
• Building 16160 Renovations
• Building 16025 Renovations
• Building 10633 Renovations
• Building 20305 Renovations
• Building 15564 Renovations

Marine Corp Base – Camp Pendleton

• Building 31357 Renovations

• AA 3rd Battalion Maintenance
Building 210577

• Repair/Improve Maintenance Facility
Comm 22220

Point Magu
• Repairs to Hangar VR-55

• Port Hueneme Building 3009
Rehabilitation

Seal Beach – Det. Norco
• SOM Warehouse
• Building 506 Renovations

Military Luke Air Force Base Fitness Center

Location: Luke Air Force Base, This project is a complete remodel and expansion of
Arizona the existing Bryant Fitness Center including tearing
Project Owner: Air Force off the existing facade and creating an updated look
Contractor: RORE, Inc. consistent with the new Luke Air Force Base image
Contact name: Tauny Woo based on the F-35 bed down. The new fitness center
Contact phone number: (623) 856-3635 includes an expanded gymnasium, fitness room, locker
room, weight room, racquetball courts, administration
Budget: $6,200,000 office and lobby.
Size: 32,000 SF
Completed: 2017 This project is part of the Air Force mission for the
improvement of “quality of life” for the airmen that use
the existing fitness center for physical training.

Military Advanced Individual Training Barracks,
Presidio of Monterey

Location: Monterey, California The Advanced Individual Training (AIT) Barracks,
Presidio of Monterey project is a four-story 320-room
Project Owner: Army Corps of Engineers residential building that houses military students. The
Contractor: Sundt Construction project includes apartments, common living/program
Contact name: Randy Rusing areas, incorporation of AT/FP compliance including
Contact phone number: (520) 750-4711 all stand-off distances and progressive collapse design
per military criteria. The project is expected to be LEED
Budget: $51,000,000 Silver Certified.
Size: 125,000 SF
Completed: 2017 (estimated) The site is located on the Presidio of the Monterey
Peninsula and adjacent to Wildlife Preserves. Our
design concept was based on blending the project with
the aesthetic of the surrounding residential buildings.

Military Naval Weapons Station Earle

Location: Leonardo, New Jersey The Naval Weapons Station Earle was a design-build
project for NAVFAC. The project included bridge
Project Owner: Dept. of Navy NAVAC repair, building restoration, replacement of a major
Contractor: Sundt Construction facility, and a large electrical substation replacement
Contact name: James Wright on an active military base.
Contact phone number: (602) 509-8010
It was a complete demo and replacement of three
Budget: $23,500,000 miles of utility lines including water, sewer, and
Size: 13,200 SF (2 buildings) electrical lines at the Naval Weapons Station Earle
Completed: 2015 Sandy Hook Bay pier; demo and replacement of
three miles of concrete pier planks including structural
design analysis for wave forces; complete interior and
exterior remodel of the two main buildings totaling
13,200 SF (all doors/hardware, roofing systems,
HVAC equipment and duct work, plumbing lines,
interior electrical main service gear, new steel raised
platform, new back-up generator and all required
supporting equipment – transfer switch); complete
replacement of both the shore side and land side
electrical substations. Arrington Watkins was architect
and designer of record.

Prison Hawaii Regional Security Operations Center

Location: Wahiawa, Hawaii The Hawaii Regional Security Operations Center (HRSOC)
is a large and complex project consisting of a Security
Project Owner: Dept. of Navy NAVAC Operations Center, Warehouse Expansion, and a Visitor
Contact name: Eric Sakanishi Processing Building all constructed on an existing site that
Contact phone number: (808) 653-1361 are closely coordinated with adjacent new support structures,
major site development, multiple roadways and a new base
Budget: $318,000,000 entry point.
Size: 243,200 SF
Completed: 2010 The project is located on the Naval Computer and
Telecommunications Area Master Station Pacific base just
north of Wahiawa, Hawaii. Arrington Watkins partnered with
DPI and Dick Pacific (now DCK) for this Design build project.

The primary facility is a new 243,200 GSF crypto logic
Security Operations Center (OPS) that will support around-the-
clock intelligence collection and reporting activities 365 days
a year. The design is organized around a two-story building
that includes: mission / operations and administrative offices,
video conference spaces, briefing rooms, technical libraries,
training rooms, technology support spaces and other ancillary
spaces required to support intelligence acquisition.

The building also includes a large one-story mission critical data
center and central plant wing that houses all of the redundant
mechanical, electrical, data and telecommunication systems
that ensure continuous and reliable operations. Another one-
story wing of the building, which is adjacent to the main
entrance of the facility, houses a corporate style cafeteria
that offers a full complement of foods and beverages within a
large employee dining room.

The full-service kitchen and dining areas are designed for 24-
hour continuous operation and will provide breakfast, lunch
and dinner service in four turns at each meal. To handle the
anticipated throughput, the plan includes multiple served and
self-service stations, 24 lineal feet of beverage service and
multiple cashier stations to handle peak periods.

This project required Environmental Impact Report.

Arrington Watkins Architects

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