Detailed Scope of Services
Below is a detailed outline of the phases involved for this project. Depending on the size, scope,
and completion deadline of a particular project, our team will tailor the timeline accordingly to
ensure proper research and design are achieved and deadlines are met. For this project, the
longest lead item will be the availability of a Geoprobe/Drill Rig.
Task 1 — Existing Conditions
Project Initiation:
Once NESRA is contacted regarding a potential project, we complete a preliminary review of
online resources for the specific site. These sources include but are not limited to GIS, USGS,
FEMA, LiDAR, USDA etc. This allows us to be more familiar with the facility, property limits, the
nearby resource areas, habitats, flooding conditions, historical site features, potential
contamination, general soil characteristics etc. Any key items are noted and a printout prepared
for reference during the Kickoff meeting and Site Walk.
Kickoff Meeting and Site Walk:
We initiate the projects with a “kick-off” meeting to review the project, scope of work, vision
for the facility, intended use, identify user groups and subcommittees, budget, schedule,
funding sources, grants, etc. Typically, we will conclude the meeting with a site walk which
allows the clients the additional ability to detail potential improvements they would like to see
implemented in the proposed renovations. We review the potential resource areas and any
other pertinent information determined by our research and preparation. We document all
meetings and provide meeting minutes to all stakeholders.
Detailed Research:
If authorized to do so, we contact the various municipal departments which may hold pertinent
background information for the site. Generally, we will contact Engineering, Planning,
Conservation, Board of Health and Department of Public Works. The more record information
gathered at this stage in the process produces a better and more accurate record plan. This
limits unknown conditions during construction and reduces the potential for contractor-
initiated change orders significantly.
