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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Cover Letter....
(A -F) Firm Background, Qualifications and Experience ...............
2. References............................................................................................
3. Fee Schedule........................................................................................
4. Complementary Services..................................................................
5. Staffing and Project Organization....................................................
6. Subcontracting Services....................................................................
7. Disclosures............................................................................................
8. Acknowledgement of Insurance Requirements (Attachment 2)
9. Non -Collusion Affidavit (Attachment 3) ..........................................
10. Acknowledgement of Addenda (Attachment 4) ............................
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June 2, 2023
CITY OF LA QUINTA
AJ Ortega, Building Official
78-495 Calle Tampico
La Quinta, CA 92253
aortega@laquintaca.gov
RE: On -Call Building Plan Review and Inspection Services
Dear Mr. Ortega,
On behalf of Bureau Veritas North America, Inc. (BV), we are pleased to present our proposal to provide On -
Call Building Plan Review and Inspection Services to the City of La Quinta, CA (the City). Our proposal
will highlight our experience providing similar services for other cities, counties and building departments.
We take pride in our ability to provide exemplary, responsive service to our clients in support of our
communities.
With a boutique -style approach backed by a broad depth of resources, Bureau Veritas has assisted nearly
200 jurisdictions throughout California over the past 48 years. We have completed plan review projects
of all sizes and complexities serving our communities. We are keenly aware of the desire for high-quality
customer service, reliability, responsiveness and cost-effective solutions.
We offer optimal solutions to deliver quality services:
• Unparalleled building plan review, inspections other building safety expertise
• Proven experience in serving local jurisdictions in Riverside County and throughout California
• Established relationships to ensure timely reviews, transparency and responsiveness
• Depth of resources to maximize flexibility and deliver quality services
• Licensed and certified professionals
• Electronic review and best practices to consistently meet turnaround schedules
• Collaborative and solution oriented philosophy and culture
If selected for services, our partnership with the City of La Quinta would be managed through our office
in Irvine, enabling quick and efficient responses. Our highly qualified staff is ready to serve you. Craig
Baptista, Vice President - West, Plan Check & Inspection has the authority to contractually bind BV if
selected.
We look forward to the opportunity to further discuss the City's needs and to building a successful
relationship helping to support the community by augmenting your staff, maximizing efficiencies,
promoting transparencyin ourworkand exceed ingyour expectations. All information and pricing provided
in the proposal is valid for at least ninety (90) days, and all individuals who will perform work for the City
is free of any conflict of interest.
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Craig Baptista, M.B.A. (Authorized Representative)
Vice President -West, Plan Check & Inspection
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
220 Technology Drive, Suite 100, Irvine, CA 92618
E: craig.baptista@bureauveritas.com
P: 916.514.4516 1 C: 916.291.9151
FIRM BACKGROUND
Bureau Veritas (BV) has along history of providing code
compliance services throughout the U.S., and globally
BV is one of the world's leading providers of plan
review and inspection services. BV is a corporation
with global operations and digital solutions that go
beyond simple compliance to help organizations
large and small—across five continents—reduce risk,
improve performance, and promote sustainable
development. The worldwide BV network now has
over 80,000 employees and 1,500 offices.
For the past 48 years, BV has provided code
compliance services through its 7 offices in California
and nearly 200 employees. BV has more than 400
code compliance professionals nationwide. Currently
our company provides comprehensive municipal
consulting services throughout Southern California
and the United States. BV is a "one-stop shop"
providing an unparalleled depth of resources for
services. BV has provided building and safety services
for residential and commercial projects, new building
construction, industrial scale building projects and
large scale power generation facilities.
SERVICES OFFERED
BV's approach to doing business aligns with
the City of La Quinta's needs, providing a
comprehensive framework for meeting the needs
of the community. BV continually strives to support
the safety and well being of the jurisdictions
we serve with the services we provide.
✓ Building Plan Review
✓ Building Inspections
✓ Building Official/Administration
✓Architectural, structural, mechanical,
electrical, plumbing plans and
construction documents examination
✓Civil engineering plan review
✓ ICC and CASp Certified Professionals
✓ Code enforcement
✓ Fire and life safety plan review & inspection
✓ Staff augmentation & attendance at
occasional meetings at City Hall as required
✓ Green building, ADA & accessibility, LEED
✓ Electronic & digital plan review services
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PUTTING THE RIGHT PEOPLE TO WORK FOR YOU
As the largest plan review and inspections firm in the
United States, we have a large breadth of personnel
available and immediately accessible to provide the
City with the requested quality plan reviews and
inspections services. Located throughout Southern
California, we have more than 50 licensed and
certified engineers, as well as plans examiners, and
inspection staff who are equipped to handle all of the
City's needs. Our local presence allows us to provide
timely delivery and exceptional customerservice in the
most cost-effective manner. Our longtime presence in
Southern California, as well as our experience serving
residential, commercial, industrial, and other related
projects of all sizes and complexities, allow us to tailor
solutions specifically to the City of La Quinta's needs.
We bring a cooperative and creative problem solving
approach to plan review. We fully understand our role
as a team member committed to achieving successful
projects for the City and its customers.
BV is committed to the provision of services of the very
highest quality. This means the firm has the capacity
to seamlessly augment its staffing and resources,
when needed, to ensure a project is appropriately
supported and effectively fulfilled. In addition to
our robust local staff, the firm is supported by
hundreds of professionals in our offices throughout
California, making it possible for it to have highly
qualified plans examiners and inspectors available
expeditiously for virtually any project. BV will provide
all necessary resources, materials, equipment, tools,
and technology to its staff to perform the requested
work and we are highly capable of handling the scope
of services requested from the City.
COMPANY INFORMATION
Legal Entity Name:
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
EIN: 06-1689244
Form of Business: Delaware Corporation
Date of Incorporation: 2003
Subsidiary of Bureau Veritas, founded in 1828
Years Performing Requested Services: 48
Primary Contact (Contract):
Craig Baptista, M.B.A.
Vice President- West, Plan Check & Inspection
220 Technology Drive, Suite 100, Irvine, CA 92618
E: craig.baptista@bureauveritas.com
CALIFORNIA OFFICE LOCATIONS
The firm's partnership with the City will be managed out of its office in Irvine, CA and augmented by staff
located at the firm's 6 additional California offices as needed.
Our Irvine office will facilitate quick and efficient responses to your needs.
0 IRVINE
220 Technology Drive,
Suite 100
IRVINE, 92618
Tel: 714.431.4100
OPASADENA
600 N. Rosemead Boulevard,
Suite 233
PASADENA91107
Tel: 626.325.9800
OATASCADERO
5905 Capistrano Avenue,
Suite F
ATASCADERO 93422
Tel: 805.792.1109
OSAN DIEGO
9988 H i be rt Street,
Suite 100
SAN DIEGO 92131
Tel: 858.863.2000
OSACRAMENTO
180 Promenade Circle,
Suite 150
SACRAMENTO 95834
Tel: 916.725.4200
OWESTLAKE VILLAGE
250 N. Westlake Boulevard,
Suite 150
WESTLAKE VILLAGE 91362
Tel: 805.230.2888
■ SANTA ROSA
111 Santa Rosa Avenue,
Suite 406
SANTA ROSA 95404
Tel: 707.206.1265
PLAN REVIEW SERVICES OVERVIEW
BV has the capacity to provide the following permit
and plan review services to the City of La Quinta:
• Architectural plans examination
• Structural plans examination
• Mechanical, electrical, and plumbing code plans
examination
• Review and approval of alternate materials,
alternative design and methods of construction
• Energy code plans examination
• Building construction product testing reports
• Accessibility requirements including
o Barrier free plans examination requirements
o Disabled access
o CASp
o ADA
• Green Building and LEED consulting including:
o LEED submittal consultation
o Green building consulting including CAL
Green
o ENERGY STAR verification
o Energy efficiency audits
• Solar Review
If requested by the City, optional services
available
• Civil plans examination including:
o Soils, grading and drainage
o NPDES/SWPPP
o Development
o Infrastructure
o Water and wastewater
o Sewer
• Fire, life & safety plan reviews including:
o Fire sprinkler/fire alarm
o Smoke detection and dampers
o Underground fire systems
Plan review services are typically performed off-site at
our location, but may be performed on-site atthe City
as needed when pre -arranged bythe Building Official.
Plan Review Process
Our team becomes familiar with the requirements
of a public agency before beginning a review and
continually monitors trends and legislation in order
to advise the City on ordinances and standard
practices to consider for adoption. BV has extensive
public sector experience, which assures that public
interests are fully protected. We understand that
careful consideration of issues and impacts are
needed in addition to technical expertise. We have
devoted a great deal of time over the years to refining
our approach and developing documentation to
assist our clients and train our personnel to ensure
highly efficient plan review procedures.
BV will work to ensure that submittals are properly
coordinated and tracked by following an established
internal plan check coordination process in which
each plan received for review is entered into our
ProTrack database, processed and returned on time
to the client.
Our plan tracking procedures are designed to track
each submittal throughout the review process and
maintain accurate and comprehensive records for
each submittal. To accomplish this we:
• Screen and log each application to assure that
they are routed to all plan reviewers in a timely
manner.
• Submittals are reviewed for compliance with all
ordinances. The log serves as a tracking device
to assure turnaround times and completeness of
the review.
• Plan reviewswill bedone in accordancewith local,
state and federal regulations with which local
jurisdictions are mandated to enforce as well as
all codes and ordinances in effect by adoption at
the time of plan review. Preliminary consultations
will be provided to the applicant upon request,
to assist and guide them in the design and plans
preparation process.
Information shown on each permit application
is verified. Construction valuation is based on
information provided by the City of La Quinta
and compared to estimates provided by the
applicant.
Provide a thorough architectural and structural
review of design drawings and details for
compliance with the California Building Code
architectural provisions, including provisions
for safety glazing, building security and noise
insulation performance standards, to name a
few. These reviews can also be performed on
revisions to plans which have previously been
approved for permit issuance.
Preparation of a review letter report
Plan review management.
BV assures that corrections are handled asquickly
and as clearly as possible. Our goal is to help the
applicant through the plan review process. All
corrections are identified based on compliance
with specified codes and regulations.
Generally, corrections are identified in two ways.
Notes are made on plans during electronic review or
on hard copy plans if appropriate, and a correction
sheet is generated, detailing what items need to be
addressed before plans can be approved. The City
shall approve the development of any customized
correction sheets. Correction sheets for specific
projects shall be forwarded to the City along with a
cover memo containing at least the following:
• The date(s) plans were received and reviewed
• The date(s) the applicant was notified of
completed plan reviews
• The name and telephone numberofthe applicant
During the plan review process, BV is prepared to
meet with the applicant or architect/engineer, City
employees or consultants at any time. Telephone
discussions or meetings at project sites are
welcomed to assure that any plan review issues are
handled efficiently. We propose to meet at the offices
of the building and safety division or at a particular
project site. Our goal is to issue approved plans as
quickly as possible but in full compliance with laws,
codes, ordinances and regulations. Upon completion
of the plan review, the following information package
is prepared and logged as a minimum:
,/Completed plan check documents including sign -
offs
✓Transmittal letter documenting any conditions
associated with issuance of a permit, if any
✓ Marked up plan review documents
✓Two sets of approved building plans
✓ Backup documents and reports
✓Documents provided in desired City format
Transmittal of Plans and Correction Lists
BV assumes responsibility for the pickup and return
of plans. All plans shall be picked up from the City
offices within 24 hours of notification. Should the
volume of work be sufficient, we propose to establish
regular pick up of plans on a consistent basis. We will
also utilize shipping courier, at no additional cost to
the City. Upon completion of each plan review, we
will forward a copy of the correction list to both the
City and the applicant, by email. When corrected
plans are resubmitted, the previous procedure will
be followed or the applicant may schedule an office
visit to go over any corrections in person. When
plans are completed they are stamped, signed and
forwarded by BV personnel. Our transmittal forms
will be customized for the City of La Quinta.
Plan Review Turnaround Times
BV provides plan review activities on a fast-track
basis to reduce the impact on project contraction
schedules. Turnaround times for each submittal
relate to the size and nature of the submittal and
impact on the project construction schedule. To
reduce turn around times for plan check, the firm
uses electronic submittals, phased submittals,
conference calling, video -conferencing, and visits by
plan check staff to design offices of the engineer or
architect.
BV has built long-term partnerships with many
agencies and municipalities. The firm understands
accuracy, efficiency, and integrity in all aspects
of professional services is required. Testimony to
BV's professional excellence is the fact it has a large
number of repeat clients and client referrals. Because
of the fi rm's large pool of accessible resources it is able
to assemble experienced personnel in orderto assist
with project schedule recovery when necessary.
BV also accommodates preliminary reviews to
facilitate fast tracked or accelerated projects. This
aids with timely turnaround and creates good public
relations. The firm's staff makes recommendations
for resolutions if requested. The firm also meets
with agencies, City staff, and citizens, as needed, to
discuss its findings.
Electronic Plan Review Services
BV will continue to work with the City's existing
system but offers alternatives should the City be
interested in learning about more options. Digital
plan check uses a software which presents customers
with a convenient alternative solution to printing and
delivering paper plans to City offices at zero cost. This
modern solution has become especially valuable
as municipalities seek to continue service delivery
to their communities while focusing on health and
safety during the COVID-19 crisis.
BV provides an alternative solution to traditional plan
checking. With GoPost, BlueBeam, Adobe Acrobat, or
other similar software, our plan reviewers can quickly
and accurately review plans for compliance with
applicable codes. Plans are submitted as PDF files
via a secure and confidential FTP site. These plans
are then reviewed by our personnel who are able to
place comments and redlines directly on the plans,
corresponding to areas needing revisions.
Redlined plans with comments are then forwarded
to, or placed on the secure FTP site forthe designers,
engineers, and architects. The City also has access
to the FTP site. Plans can then be revised and
resubmitted via the same method described. If all
items were resolved, hard copy plans are sent to BV
for approval stamps and signatures.
Electronic plan submittal and commenting allows for
economical movementof plansand quickturnaround
times. Plans with comments can be viewed and
discussed as needed to resolve issues quickly and
efficiently. BV has successfully implemented and
utilized digital plan review in over 60 federal, state,
and local agencies for multiple years.
BUILDING INSPECTION
BV inspectors are ICC certified and have extensive
experience in the construction trades as well. Fast-
track projects may be built into small phases based
on incremental design and fabrication steps. In such
cases, the firm's inspection team keeps daily logs to
track corrections and plan review changes.
BV's inspection team also has the capacity to
provide on-call building inspection services to cover
personnel vacation time, peakwork loads, specialized
inspection activities, and any other situations which
may arise. These activities may include next -day
inspections and same-day response to important or
urgent requests. BV's building inspection services
can be adjusted to provide a high level of coordination
specifically suited to the design -build concept.
BV will provide the City with ICC certified personnel
to provide the following services:
• Read and study project specifications, plans, and
drawings to become familiar with project prior to
inspection, ensuring structural or architectural
changes have been stamped as approved by
appropriate authority and recognizing the need
for and requiring plan checks for electrical,
plumbing, and mechanical code requirements.
• Perform and document inspections on
construction projects to determine all aspects
of the project such as foundations, building,
electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems
conform to the applicable building codes, zoning
ordinances, energy conservation, and disabled
access requirements including known local, city,
state, and federal requirements.
• Review plans for building construction, plumbing,
electrical, and mechanical details prior to making
inspection.
• Bring to the attention of the City for approval
of certain changes in building, plumbing,
mechanical, electrical, and related work
consistent with code and ordinance
requirements.
• Participate in reviews with fire, health, and other
government agency inspectors & owners.
• Maintain a record of non -complying items and
follow up to resolution of such items.
• Upon request, the firm will inspect existing
buildings for substandard, unsafe conditions.
• Virtual, no -contact field inspections upon
request
REFERENCES
Bureau Veritas has extensive experience in the provision of plan review and inspection services throughout
California and across the United States. Listed below our current references.
CITY OF CORONA, CA
Dates of Service: 2010 - Ongoing
Client Contact Information:
Chris Milosevic, Building Official
P. 951.736.2250 1 E. chris.milosevic@ci.corona.ca.us
Key Team Members: Trang Huynh, Armil Allahyarian,
Jecsan Perez, Dwayne Butz, Tim Tran
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW, PERMIT PROCESSING,AND INSPECTIONS SERVICES
BV is currently providing building plan check, building inspection, and counter technician services for
residential and commercial properties. The firm also provides on-site extension of staff as necessary,
including a registered civil engineer to assist with an immediate need for building plan check.
Dates of Service: 2019- Ongoing
Client Contact Information:
Jorge Caballero, PE, CBO, CFM
P. 951.955.3918 1 E. jcaballe@rivco.org
Key Team Members: Trang Huynh, Armil Allahyarian,
Jecsan Perez, Dwayne Butz, Henry Hadidi
COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, CA
ON-CALL PLANS EXAMINER, BUILDING INSPECTOR, COUNTER TECHNICIAN, S GEOTECHNICAL
SERVICES
Bureau Veritas was selected to provide for Riverside County on-call plan review, building inspections,
counter technician and geotechnical services. Projects include single family residential, multi family
residential, commercial tenant improvements, new commercial, additions, and others.
CITY OF FONTANA, CA
Dates of Service: 2003 - Ongoing
Client Contact Information:
Jeff Baughman, Building Official
R 909.350.7616 1 E. jbaughman@fontana.org
Key Team Members: Trang Huynh, Armil
Allahyarian, Robert Chang, Henry Hadidi
BUILDING INSPECTION AND PLAN REVIEW SERVICES
BV was selected to provide structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, architectural, and CASp plan review
as well as grading plan check for the City of Fontana. Prominent projects include:
The Summit at Rosena - BV is currently providing structural, MEP, and CASp plan review services for
the community center of this proposed 179.8 acre community. Plans reviewed include a community
swimming pool and spa in addition to the equipment room plumbing fixtures.
Fontana Mazda - BV provided fire, MEP, architectural, and structural plan review services forthis new car
dealership. The building consisted of 28,668 square feet for sales and administrative offices as well as a
parts and service center.
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CITY OF MONROVIA, CA
Dates of Service: 2020 - Ongoing
Client Contact Information:
Greg Boyajian, CBO
P: 626.932.5532 1 E: gboyajian@ci.monrovia.ca.us
Key Team Members: Trang Huynh, Armil Allahyarian,
Martin Pasamba, Reginald Ramirez
BUILDING PLAN REVIEW, PERMIT TECHNICIAN AND INSPECTION SERVICES
BV was selected to provide plan check, building inspection and permit technician services for residential
and non-residential projects as requested by the City, both on-site and off-site and at the City of Monrovia
offices and in large Multi-family/Mixed-use projects.
CITY OF PALM SPRINGS, CA
Dates of Service: 2020 - Ongoing
Client Contact Information:
Taja Sims, Plans Examiner Supervisor
P: 760.323.8242, ext. 8713
E: taja.sims@palmspringsca.gov
Key Team Members: Joe Chao, Matthew Godinez,
Armil Allahyarian, Martin Pasamba
ON-CALL BUILDING PLAN CHECK SERVICES AND INSPECTIONS
BV was selected to provide on-call plan check services forvarious commercial and residential projects
in the City of Palm Springs. Plan review services include structural, architectural, mechanical, electrical,
plumbing, green, energy, and accessibility. BV has also performed inspections as -needed to support the
City's needs.
LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Dates of Service: 2016 - Ongoing
Client Contact Information:
Juan Madrigal
P: 626.458.6385
E:juanmadrigat@dpw.lacoounty.gov
Key Team Members: Trang Huynh, Armil
Allahyarian, Jecsan Perez, Francisco Villalva
AS -NEEDED BUILDING AND SAFETY INSPECTION, PERMIT TECHICIAN AND RELATED SERVICES
BV was selected to provide combination building inspection services, code enforcement/property
rehabilitation services, and business license clearances. Combination building inspection services are
provided during the construction phases of various improvement projects.
CITY OF LAQUINTA- FEE SCHEDULE
ON-CALL BUILDING PLAN REVIEW AND COMPLEMENTARY SERVICES
BV proposes the following compensation schedule. BVs' pricing reflects our commitment
to the success of the City of La Quinta by helping the City maintain significant quality and
cost saving benefits. These Include:
✓ Highly qualified and licensed staff and confidence of working with a well-established
consultant
✓ Reduced plan review turnaround times
v/ Commitment to maintaining proposed rate structure
for the life of the initial contract period
PLAN REVIEW PERCENTAGE OF FEES - D ON CITY COLLECTED
70% of City Collected Plan Review Fee
HOURLY RATES
Services Rate
Grading Only Plan Review
Certified Building Official / Project Manager
$180.00
$160.00
CASp Inspector
$155.00
Sr. Plan Review Engineer/ Structural Engineer/ Fire Protection Engineer
$145.00
CASp Plan Review
$140.00
Plan Review Engineer/ Sr. ICC Certified Plans Examiner
$135.00
ICC Certified Plans Examiner
$125.00
Senior Building Inspector
$110.00 - $125.00
Building Inspector
$95.00 - $105.00
Permit Technician
$65.00-$80.00
Administrative / Clerical Support
$55.00-$65.00
• Plan Review fee assumes initial review and two (2) resubmittals. Additional reviews if required will be
invoiced using the hourly fee schedule.
• Fast track/ Expedited plan reviews shall be an additional 1.5 times the fees shown above.
• Overtime (OT) will be charged at 1.25 times the standard hourly rate; hours worked on a designated
holiday will be charged at the appropriate OT rate. No overtime will be charged without approval.
• Rates and cost estimates shown above exclude per diem, prevailing wage and union rates. Should
these be applicable, BV will discuss and negotiate fees to account for increased personnel costs.
• Hourly rates subject to annual adjustment in accordance with CPI from Engineering News Record
(ENR) with the City's prior approval.
• Mileage for employee -owned vehicles used in connection with the work will be at the current IRS rate.
• Plan Review will be invoiced after initial review is completed and hourly services will be invoiced
monthly.
COMPLEMENTARY SERVICES
Below are highlights of some of BV's complementary
services. Fees for these services appear on the Fee
Schedule on Page 11.
Building Official Services
Upon request, BV can serve as Building Official for the
Coty of Tustin, including 24-hour, emergency on-call
services as needed. We can work directly with City
staff to prepare acute interpretations of the Code
requirements, to adopt and process new codes and
their requirements, and to act as a general point of
contact for the jurisdiction. We can also provide
support and direction necessary to facilitate timely
and efficient work amongst the jurisdictional staff
and other departments.
Our building officials can analyze applicable
ordinances and resolutions ofjurisdictions and make
recommendations for approval of appropriate code
adoptions, amended as necessary in accordance
with the applicable code, to implement an effective
and compliant code enforcement program. We are
current on applicable code requirements adopted at
thestate and federal levelsand inform and implement
as necessary forjurisdictional compliance.
BV's building official will attend staff, board, and
council meetings as required and mutually agreed
upon. He will oversee other firm staff as well as
provide guidance for City staff, applicants, designers,
and contractors to navigate the code. BV's building
official and support team will be up to date on
code changes and will assist in implementing those
changes.
Typical duties of the building official can include:
• Manage and oversee the building department
• Perform on-site plan check and inspections for
the City
• Guide inspectors and plan reviewers on adopted
codes and local amendments
• Make recommendations regarding local
amendments and code adoption Serve as liaison
between BV and the City
• Serve as liaison between the building department
and other City departments
• Attend meetings as requested and agreed upon
• Report building department activities as
requested and agreed upon
• Assess applicant and client satisfaction
• Attend pre -submittal meetings when needed
• Assist in improving the processes and procedures
of the building department, if requested
Permit Processing and Permit Technician Services
BV is availableto work and build positive relationships
with the City's staff to seamlessly staff the public
counter, issue counter permits, answer plan review
or inspection questions, and assist the public with a
high level of customer service. BVwill provide the City
with ICC certified Permit Technicians and services
may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Review permit applications for completeness
• Accept, login, and route plans
• Calculate and/or collect fees
• Issue permits
• When authorized, review and issue counter
permits
• Maintain permit records
• Use jurisdiction permitting programs and/or
software (Our Permit Technicians will familiarize
to using the City's permitting system)
• Provide assistance with general office and
administrative duties as assigned
Fire Plan Review
BV is available to work and build positive
relationships with BV personnel have the capacity
to consult closely with the local Fire Department
Chief or their designated representative on any areas
which require code interpretation or where alternate
methods are being proposed and considered. The
firm's proposed fire plan check engineers have
specific experience working with multiple types
of facilities to ensure compliance with applicable
codes, standards, and amendments, including
CFC, CBC, the Adopted National Fire Protection
Standards, the California Health and Safety Codes,
CSFM, and U.L. BV's experience includes written
comments and verbal communication with
applicants to better understand requirements and
provide direction for compliance, as well as close
communication with fire departments to clarify
policies, code interpretations, plan review status,
and procedures. BV's personnel have reviewed
hundreds of projects for fire safety components,
including NFPA 13, NFPA 72, and NFPA 101, among
others. All personnel assigned to the City's projects
will have the necessary materials, resources,
and training available to amendments, policies,
procedures, and forms.
ORGANIZATIONAL CHART AND RESUMES FOR KEY STAFF
BV has assembled a team of experts who are equipped to deliver exemplary services to the City of La Quinta.
Each individual brings a wealth of expertise and has been specifically chosen fortheir experience in performing
the required scope of work detailed in the request, as well as their extensive list of certifications and licenses.
The organizational chart below depicts lines of communication and areas of work for each professional.
Additionally, our primary project team members are highlighted in red. Resumes for key personnel have
been included in Section 1 and the Appendix. Resumes for additional personnel can be made available
upon request.
J
Craig Baptista, M.B.A.
Vice President - West, Plan Check & Inspection / Contract Liaison
Trang Huynh, P.E., C.B.O.
Regional Manager
Building Plan Review
Engineers
Trang Huynh, P.E., C.B.O.
Robert Chang, P.E., C.B.O.
Henry Hadidi, S.E., Ph.D.
Sunai Kim, S.E., Ph.D.
Michael Hill, S.E.
Syed Aleem, P.E.
Ali Soheili, P.E. (Mechanical)
AmirAmiri, P.E. (Mechanical)
Cristian Son, P.E. (Electrical)
Richard Henrikson, P.E., LEED
(Plumbing)
CASp Review
Tim Tran, CASp
Tony Falcone, CASp
Civil and Grading Review
Mehdi Keshmiri, P.E., QSD/P
Orland Obtera, E.I.T., LSIT
Benjamin Dela Cruz, RE
Christian Chang, P.E.
William Addington, P.E., PLS, QSD
Armil Allahyarian, M.S.
Project Manager/ Operations Mgr.
Building Plans Examiners
Dwayne Butz
Jecsan Perez
Martin Pasamba
Armil Allahyarian, M.S.
Building Inspectors
Douglas Bragg
Luis Mota
Kirk Zimmerman
Francisco Villalva
Reginald Ramirez
Nancy Martinez
Denise Zuranski
Brian Hurley
Dwayne Butz
Permit Technicians
Jeremy Huynh
Armalen Geurkink
Pam Wilkerson
Neda Vakili
Deputy Building Official
Trang Huynh, P.E., C.B.O.
Robert Chang, P.E., C.B.O.
TRANG HUYNH, P.E., C.B.O., Regional Manager
Leading our Southern California region is Trang Huynh, an industry
professional with more than 40 years of experience working in public and
private services in the capacity of executive director and plan review engineer.
Trang has implemented public service programs and gained exceptional
understanding and expertise in building and safety, community and economic
development, public relations, redevelopment, financial and budget
management, employee and organizational development, interfacing with
ARMILALLAHYARIAN, M.S., Project Manager/ Operations Manager
Managing our Irvine office business unit, Armil is a results -oriented leader and
plan check engineer, responsible for plan review ranging from new residential
homes, including additions and remodels, to commercial buildings, including
tenant improvements and alterations. Armil ensures that plans are reviewed
to meet desired turnaround times in compliance with applicable California
Building Codes and other ancillary codes such as the California Plumbing
Code, California Mechanical Code, California Electric Code and State disabled
BVtakes pride in its deep pool of highly qualified professional engineering plan check experts. BV's offices are
strategically located to minimize travel time between projects. The firm's goal is to ensure the City's projects
will be efficiently managed in the most cost-effective manner possible. BV has assigned key personnel who
are readily available to work on City projects.
Below is a summary of team members who will support the City of La Quinta. Their resumes may be
found in the Appendix.
NAME
EDUCATION
EXPERIENCE
LICENSES/ CERTIFICATIONS
Craig Baptista, M.B.A.
M.B.A., Business
20+ years
Six Sigma Green Belt Certified
Vice President - West,
Management
OSHA 30
Plan Check & Inspection
United States Navy: Honorable
/ Contract Liaison
Discharge
Trang Q. Huynh, P.E.,
Master of Business
41+ years
Registered Professional Engineer: CA,
C.B.O.
Administration
#C36627
Regional Manager/
B.S., Civil Engineering
ICC Certified: Building Official
Plan Review Engineer
Certificate of
California Certified Green Building
Completion -
Professional
Leadership for Senior
California Licensed Real Estate
Executives
Professional
Armil Allahyarian, M.S.
B.S., Civil Engineering
5+ years
CA Engineer -in -Training
Project Manager/
M.S., Civil Engineering
ICC Certified: Building Plans Examiner
Operations Manager
NAME
EDUCATION
CERTIFICATIONS
Robert Chang, P.E.,
M.S., Civil Engineering
29+ years
Registered Professional Engineer: CA,
C.B.O.
#32884
Plan Review Engineer
ICC Certified: Building Official, Building
Plans Examiner
Ph.D. Structural
31+ years
Registered Professional Engineer:
Hassan (Henry) Hadidi,
S. E.
Engineer
CA, #S4078
Plan Review Engineer
M.S. Structural
CA, #C49136
Engineer
ICC Certified:
B.S. Civil Engineer
Building Plans Examiner
Mehdi Keshmiri, P.E.,
M.S., Civil
20+ years
CA Civil Engineer, C84833
QSD/P
Senior Civil Plan
Engineering
Qualified SWPPP Developer (QSD) -
Review Engineer
B.S., Civil Engineering
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Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP)
Orland Obtera, E.I.T.,
B.S., Civil Engineering
26+ years
CA Engineer -in -Training, 113805
LSIT
Civil Plans Examiner
CA Land Surveyor -in -Training, 6100
OSHA 30 Hour Certificate
Tim Tran, M.C.P., C.B.O.,
B.S. Civil Engineering
15+ years
ICC Master Code Professional
CASp
#5104603
ICC Certified Building Official
#5104603
Certified CASp #743
Dwayne Butz
B.A., Architecture
25+ years
NAHB Certificate
Building Plan Examiner/
B.F.A., Interior
IRM Certificate
Inspector
Planning/Design
ICC Certifications:
Residential Plans Examiner
Residential Combination Inspector
Residential Building Inspector
Mechanical Inspector
Residential Electrical Inspector
Residential Plumbing Inspector
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Jescan Perez, E.I.T.
B.S. Civil Engineer
3+years
ICC Certified: Building Plans Examiner
Building Plans
National Council of Examiners for
Examiner
Engineering and Surveying
Inspection Courses
35+ years
ICC Plan Reviewer
Douglas Bragg
Building Inspector/
Building Inspection
ICC Building Inspector:
Plans Examiner
Technology
Commercial and Residential
Water Technology
ICC Reinforced Concrete
Fire Technology Certificate
35+ years
ICC Certified Residential Building
Luis Mota
Building Inspector
Inspector
INTEGRATION PLAN
During the firm's 48 year tenure, the BV team has
had the opportunity to observe, replicate, develop,
and successfully implement streamlined processes
and best practices which produce efficient and cost-
effective results.
Building safety in a community begins with adopting
a proven set of building safety codes. But, it takes
much more than a set of codes to protect the public.
It requires qualified professionals to implement the
day-to-day application of said codes. It also requires
proven infrastructure to provide the resources
and training necessary to keep the building safety
professionals up-to-date with the latest building
safety requirements and enforcement practices.
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As declared by the International Code Council, a
successful code administration program achieves:
• Reduced risk of tragedy caused by natural
disasters and fires
• Investment protection for property owners; and
• Insurance premium sustainability
The BV team pledges to provide its clients with
a successful code administration program with
qualified and experienced code professionals and
a proven infrastructure. To achieve a cohesive and
seamless process, the firm has developed the
following 4 -PHASE guideline for delivering services.
The firm's approach to achieving the tasks not only
involves the technical aspect of its service, but it also
includes the human aspect.
INTEGRATION PLAN GUIDELINE
INITIATION - IDENTIFY
The primary goal of Phase 1: Identify and
meet with the City's key stakeholders and
gather an in-depth understanding of the
City's current processes and procedures.
Identify staff/ responsibilities
Document contact information
PLANNING - EVALUATE
BV will use the Phase 2 period to
orientate the team with the City's streets,
built environment, local procedures,
ordinances, forms, best practices and
other requirements which may be unique
to Tustin.
• Evaluate City forms and applications
• Identify department services
Identify project tracking system
Identify City's ideal processes /
procedures and detect opportunites
for improvements
Develop planningand implementation
schedule
• Evaluate department needs
• Identify City codes and ordinances
• Gather City zoning ordinances and
map
• Complete City survey form
• Specify goals and objectives
• Present goals and objectives to City
for review, commentary and approval
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IMPLEMENTATION - ESTABLISH
The Implementation Phase is the
performance phase. This is where BV will
put into place the procedures developed
in collaboration with City staff to ensure
seamless extension.
• Establish plan review procedures
• Establish inspection procedures
Obtain project tracking system
training, if needed
Establish billing processes
Establish staff goals and objectives
that align with City goals and
expectations
MONITORING - ASSESS (CONTINUOUS)
Phase 4 has been established as the
Monitoring Phase. This phase will let
BV know if the firm is meeting the City's
expectations and service needs, and to
adjust the procedures accordingly.
• Review plan review procedures
• Review inspection procedures
• Measure customer service
Support the established culture throughout the
City and community
Community character is conveyed by not only
grand buildings and public spaces but a whole
range of elements: residences of all sizes and
scale; commercial, government, and institutional
buildings; street cross-sections; street furniture and
graphics; public places, large and small; ceremonial
buildings; informal activities such as street markets
and fairs; and the food, language, and personalities
which contribute to a community's narrative.
In an effort to adopt the spirit and proud nature of
the community, BV employees are encouraged to
regularly support and participate in local activities
and events. The firm will strive to preserve and
enhance the local identity, uniqueness, and culture
of the City its community. The BV team will adopt
the policies, processes, and procedures for the
Building Department which reinforce the underlying
philosophy and vision already established.
• Monitor permit activity
• Update City information
• Provide solutions
• Ongoing weekly and monthly
meetings with City to measure
performance, refine objectives and
discuss upcoming projects and
initiatives to positively impact on the
City and community at large
CARE PROGRAM - A PROVEN, FORMALIZED &
INTEGRATED PLAN REVIEW PROCESS
The plan review process we follow for efficient
completion of concurrent task management is shown
in the flowchart below and managed through our
CARE Program, a formalized and integrated process
whereby Coordination, Analytical, Review, and
Expert management/quality control functions are
consistently implemented on each and every project.
We will implement a comprehensive program based
on best practices to validate that each and every
review is thorough, accurate, consistent, and timely.
This system's success is based on thousands of hours
of practical, real-world experience by our dedicated
personnel and their unique ability to interact quickly
and efficiently with your staff. The specific roles of
each of our CARE elements include:
Coordinator:
Our clerical personnel will handle various
administrative functions, such as logging information
(project tracking, time budgeting), managing
project controls, maintaining and distributing
communications, reviewing agendas and ordinance
issues, and fielding calls on project status. The
Coordinator is the first line of contact for each project
submittal.
Analyst:
Our analysts will review submittals, title sheets, and
non -design items; maintain files; monitor due dates;
monitor contract budget and status tracking reports;
and coordinate invoicing. Our analysts also maximize
and "right place" personnel resources to meet
turnaround times in a quality manner. When assigning
resubmittals to staff, our Analyst ensures consistency
by passing the project to the same reviewer that
performed the previous reviews. Reassignments are
done when unforeseen circumstances dictate.
Reviewer:
Our experienced building plan reviewers will routinely
review agency standards, ordinances, guidelines,
and checklists; create comments letters; coordinate
project return with the coordinator; attend review
meetings; and communicate questions/solutions
to project stakeholders. Because of our depth of
resources and project tools (checklists, corrections
letters, etc), reassigned projects can be reviewed
without missing deadlines or causing unnecessary
rechecks.
Expert:
BV experts will provide the final quality assurance
review of applicable plans, studies, and reports in
accordance with all accepted engineering, building
codes of different disciplines, Subdivision Map Act,
and industry professional practices. They will comply
with the applicable regulations; visitthe client contact
regularly; monitor project progress with the reviewer;
disseminate project/agency information to the
team; train team members; peer review comments
letters; and communicate questions/solutions to
stakeholders. Additionally, experts provide quality
assurance reviews to each project which minimizes
the number of resubmittals.
PROCESSIEW "A
Coordinator Analyst
Bureau Veritas
Receives Plans& Discuss Key Issues
City of LaQuinta 30 Enters Information Into with City
Assigns Project
Web -Enabled System &
Tracking Log
Submittal Intake
Checklist
Permit Application
Submittal
Distribute Plans
to Appropriate
Plan Reviewers &
Agencies
E
Reviewer Expert
Plumbing Plan
Review
Mechanical Plan
Review
Architectural Plan
Review
Quality Review
PrepareCorrections City of LaQuinta
Memo Permit Issuance
Enter Information Into
Plan Management
System
Structural Plan
Review
Electrical Plan
Review
Building Plan
Review
Fire&Safety
Services
PLAN REVIEW TURNAROUND TIMES
Bureau Veritas is able to meet or exceed the City of La Quinta's requirements for plan review turnaround
times. Turnaround times for each submittal typically relate to the size and nature of the project and its
impact on the construction schedule. The firm understands accuracy, efficiency, and integrity in all aspects
of professional services are required. BV's team will maintain efficient turnaround times on all reviews as a
key measurement of its performance for plan review services. We are able to produce plan review in a timely
fashion and are able to present any necessary reports orstudies to elected officials and/orthe general public.
Providing plan review services to nearly 200 jurisdictions over the past 48 years, BV has a strong history
of successfully meeting project deadlines. Upon request, BV is able to provide plan review activities on a
fast-track basis. To reduce turnaround times for plan review, the firm can use electronic submittals, phased
submittals, conference calling, and videoconferencing. Our team is committed to ensuring that all deadlines
are met to meet the needs of our clients.
Typical Plan Review Turnaround Times
initial Check Recheck Expedited Expedited
days)
Service
days)
10' 7" V 5`
Commercial TI
Single -Family Residential addition and/or
7 5` 5 3
accessory building
Single -Family New Residential
7 5 5 3"
Multi -Residential and New Multi -Residential,
10" 7 7 5'
Apartments, Commercial, and Industrial
Plan Changes
7working days
Return of telephone calls and e-mails:
Within 8 hours or one business day
"Large and/or Complex projects to be negotiated.
INSPECTION TURNAROUND TIMES
• Perform all inspections on the following day after receiving inspection requests.
• Weekend and emergency response type of inspections are available upon request.
DELIVERING TASKS AND DELIVERABLES
BV's successful track record with longtime clients speaks to our ability to deliver project tasks and
deliverables within the identified project budget and minimize cost overruns. We take pride in completing
our projects on-time or ahead of schedule utilizing our proven project management system and our
Accounting staff is committed to working with your team to ensure seamless billing procedures.
SUBCONTRACTORS
BV will not be using any subcontractors to fulfill the provision of services requested in the City of La Quinta's
RFP.
DISCLOSURES
BV affirmatively states that it has no negative history necessitating a disclosure of any alleged significant
prior or ongoing agreement failure, any civil or criminal litigation or investigation pending, which involved BV or
in which BV has been judged guilty or liable within the last five (5) years.
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
ATTACHMENT 2
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal
Craig Baptista
confirm that Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
(name) hereby acknowledge and
(name of company) has reviewed
the City's indemnification and minimum insurance requirements as listed in Exhibits E and
F of the City's Agreement for Contract Services (Attachment 1); and declare that insurance
certificates and endorsements verifying compliance will be provided if an agreement is
awarded.
I am Vice President -West, Plan Review & Inspection of Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
(Title) (Company)
Commercial General Liability (at least as broad as ISO CG 0001)
$1,000,000 (per occurrence); $2,000,000 (general aggregate)
Must include the following endorsements:
General Liability Additional Insured
General Liability Primary and Noncontributory
Commercial Auto Liability (at least as broad as ISO CA 0001)
$1,000,000 (per accident)
Personal Auto Declaration Page if applicable
Errors and Omissions Liability $1,000,000 (per claim and aggregate)
Worker's Compensation (per statutory requirements)
Must include the following endorsements:
Worker's Compensation Waiver of Subrogation
Worker's Compensation Declaration of Sole Proprietor if applicable
NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT
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ATTACHMENT 3
NON -COLLUSION AFFIDAVIT FORM
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal
Craig Baptista
(name) hereby declare as follows:
I am Vice President - West, Plan Review & Inspection of Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
(Title) (Company)
the party making the foregoing proposal, that the proposal is not made in the interest of,
or on behalf of, any undisclosed person, partnership, company, association, organization,
or corporation; that the proposal is genuine and not collusive or sham; that the proposer
has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other proposer to put in a false or
sham proposal, and has not directly or indirectly colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed
with any proposer or anyone else to put in a sham proposal, or that anyone shall refrain
from proposing; that the proposer has not in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by
agreement, communication, or conference with anyone to fix the proposal price of the
proposer or any other proposer, or to fix any overhead, profit, or cost element of the
proposal price, or of that of any other proposer, or to secure any advantage against the
public body awarding the agreement of anyone interested in the proposed agreement;
that all statements contained in the proposal are true; and, further, that the proposer has
not, directly or indirectly, submitted his or her proposal price or any breakdown thereof,
or the contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative hereto, or paid, and will
not pay, any fee to any corporation, partnership, company, association, organization,
proposal depository, or to any member or agent thereof to effectuate a collusive or sham
proposal.
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the
foregoing is true and correct.
Proposer Signature:
Proposer Name: Craig Baptista
Proposer Title: Vice President - West, Plan Review & Inspection
Company Name: Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
Address: 220 Technology Drive, Suite 100, Irvine, CA 92618
ACKNOWEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF ADDENDA
ATTACHMENT 4
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RECEIPT OF ADDENDA
Must be executed by proposer and submitted with the proposal;
If no addenda has been issued, mark "N/A" under Addendum No. indicating
Not Applicable and sign
ADDENDUM NO. SIGNATURE INDICATING RECEIPT
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Craig Baptista
Vice President, West - Plan Check & Inspection / Contract Liaison
EDUCATION
Priortojoining Bureau Veritas, Craig served as Director of Operations and is a
business professional experienced in leading multiple branch offices in various
states. Craig has over 20 years of experience in the construction industry. He
M.B.A.
is results -oriented and has exceptional experience building and managing
B.S., Business Management
successful programs and relationships. He is a skilled communicator capable
of articulating complex ideas in a concise and persuasive manner. Craig has
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proven experience as a facilitator of solutions for client problems and is a
CERTIFICATIONS
strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into tactics. He is self -
motivated, passionate and resourceful. Craig has expertise identifying client
needs and is able to execute problems quickly by utilizing his professional
Six Sigma Green Belt
business management skills. He is equally effective working independently or
Certified
collaborating with others.
OSHA 30
United States Navy:
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Honorable Discharge
Craig has managed various projects as Director of Operations and successfully
reduced operating expenses by 18% through implementation of preventative
TOTAL YEARS OF
maintenance program and establishment of a baseline repair cost matrix.
EXPERIENCE
He provided leadership, mentoring, direction and training for a 35 member
Operations team that included Branch Managers, Project Managers, and other
20+
staff. He developed annual business plans, market strategies, operations and
sales goals which resulted in year overyear growth. Craig has worked on various
significant projects, including, but not limited to:
• Apple Campus II in Cupertino, CA
• Cal Trans - Bay Bridge Project in Oakland, CA
• Tesla Gigafactory in Sparks, NV
• Souza Construction - Lemoore Naval Air Station Project in Fresno, CA
• Advance Range Solution - Fort Hunter Liggett in Jolon, CA
• Hensel Phelps - Mule Creek Prison in Ione, CA
Vice President, Facilities - West Region
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2015 - Present
Serves as Vice President for the West Coast code compliance division. Manages
over 50 employees throughout California, Arizona, Nevada, Washington, and
Utah. Oversees plan review and inspection activities to ensure BVNA has ample
resources to meet turnaround times and provide quick response to inspection
requests. Works directly with plan review team to gain efficiencies in turnaround
times. Effectively reduced the number of reviews by promoting direct contact
with designers and municipalities to remedy code deficiencies during the first
and second reviews, allowing our team to approve projects during the second
submittal phase.
KEY PERSONNEL RESPONSIBLE
FOR PERFORMANCE
EDUCATION
Master of Business
Administration
B.S., Civil Engineering
Certificate of Completion -
Leadership for Senior Executives
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CERTIFICATIONS
Registered Professional
Engineer:
CA, #C36627
ICC Certified: Building Official
California Certified Green
Building Professional
California Licensed Real
Estate Professional
Trang Q. Huynh, P.E., C.B.O.
Regional Manager
Trang is a licensed professional engineer and ICC certified building
official with over 41 years of experience working in public and private
services as executive director and plan review engineer. He has
implemented excellent public service programsand gained exceptional
understanding of the building and safety division, community and
economic development, public relations, redevelopment, financial and
budget management, employee and organizational developments,
and state and local officials. As a professor for Cambridge College in
Southern California he has taught graduate and undergraduate classes
in business, finance, and management. Trang has outstanding public
relations, management, and problem solving skills with a proven
record ofstrongand positive working relationships with local and state
elected officials, inter -governmental agencies, business organizations,
development community, labor groups, community groups, and
residents. He was awarded the "Civil Engineer of the Year" award by
the ASCE Chapter of San Bernardino and Riverside in 2011. He was
also a recipient of the "Good Government Award" from the BIA Inland
Empire Chapter in 2015. Finally, Trang has an excellent understanding
of cultural diversity and knows how municipality services can be
provided efficiently with an objective from "Good to Great".
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Regional Manager, Southern California
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
International Code Council (ICC) 2017 - Present
American Society of Civil Directs the BV Building & Safety and Civil Engineering operations for
Engineers (ASME) the Southern California region, serving as the supervising building
official and plan check engineer for multiple Southern California
California Building municipalities. Responsibilities include building official duties, special
Officials (CALBO) project management, contracts of permits, plan check, and inspection
services for 24 jurisdictions.
Former Vice -Chair and
member of the City of Highland
Planning Commission
Past President of the Board
of Directors of the Central
Business Center in Upland
Past President of the
Foothill Chapter of ICC
TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
41+
Building and Safety Services Director
City of Rancho Cucamonga
2002-2017
As one of the executive team members of the City to directed and
coordinated the work of the Community Development team. Managed
all activities and operations of building and fire plan checks, permits,
building and fire inspections, grading, community improvement, code
enforcement, citizen volunteers for an affluent community of 175,000
people.
Additional Experience
• Adjunct Professor -Cambridge College, Southern California (2011
Present)
• Chief Building Official- -City of San Clemente (1988 - 2002)
• Chief Building Official - City of Manhattan Beach (1986 -1988)
KEY PERSONNEL RESPONSIBLE Armil Allahyarian, M.S.
FOR PERFORMANCE Operations Manager/ Project Manager
EDUCATION
Armil has more than five years of experience as a plan check engineer,
B.S., Civil Engineering
rainfrom new homes, ptions d
remodels, and commercial bulildingss, including tenantimal
improvements
M.S., Civil Engineering
and alterations. He is proficient in examining and checking building
plans for compliance with applicable California Building Codes and
REGISTRATIONS/
other ancillary codes such as the California Plumbing Code, California
CERTIFICATIONS
Mechanical Code, California Electric Code and State disabled access
CA Engineer -in -Training
related codes. Armil possesses the knowledge, skills and abilityto read
and interpret building plans, blueprints and specifications, interpretand
ICC Certified: Building
apply related codes, ordinances and laws, and establish and maintain
Plans Examiner
effective working relationships with architects, engineers,contractors,
builders and owners, the public and other employees.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Civil
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Engineers (ASCE)
Business Unit Manager / Senior Plans Examiner
Structural Engineers Association
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
of Southern California (SEAOSC)
2017 - Present
International Code Council (ICC)
Performs plan review of fire, life, and safety components, as well
as mechanical, electrical and plumbing review of residential and
TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
commercial projects with a high proficiency in local, state and federal
5+
codes. Instrumental in launching the City of Santa Rosa Fire Resilient
Center to facilitate the rebuild process of over 3000 homes lost in the
2017 Tubbs -Adobe fire. In charge of quality assurance with regard
to general plan review, public relations, and structural reviews, as
well as managing day-to-day tasks in the office including: workflow
organization, plan distribution, and over the counter plan review.
Plan Reviewer
City of Los Angeles, CA
2016
Fabrication projects at C. Erwin Piper Technical Center for both L.A.
Police Department and L.A. Fire Department. Reviewed and applied
safety codes and regulations for the proper construction of a Screen
Room used to test police radio frequencies as part of an internship
program.
Robert H. Chang, P.E., C.B.O.
Plan Review Engineer
EDUCATION
Robert has decades of experience as a registered engineer, certified
M.S., Civil Engineering
broad of resonsibilites
have
includlans ed rev enerand inlgdiplan checks,) coordinatins g p ojecpts bettwelen
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departments, preparing annual budgets, and resolving construction
CERTIFICATIONS
issues. Robert previously served as President of the Orange Empire
Registered Civil Engineer
Chapter of I.C.B.O.
License: #32884, CA
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Certified Plans Examiner:
Building Official / Senior Plan Check Engineer/ Geotechical
I.C.B.O., #15237:
Reviewer
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
Certified Building Official:
2017 - present
C.A.B.O., #3029
Plans, directs, and coordinates the activities between the Engineering,
American Society of Civil
Planning and Building departments. Robert performed plan checks
Engineer:A.S.C.E., #244676
for hundreds of residential, multi -residential, and commercial projects
to meet the requirements of building and fire codes. He also sets up
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
systems, policies, and procedures. Robert oversees and reviews daily
Orange Empire Chapter of
construction issues and prepares annual budget estimate including
I.C.B.O. -Past President
capital projects.projectsital lde seismicit nd new
building. contra
public and school He also supervises CitYand t
American Society of
employees.
Civil Engineer
Chief Building Official
Certified Building Official
City of Placentia
1985-2017
TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Plans, directs, and coordinates the activities between the Engineering,
40+
Planning and Building departments. Robert performed plan checks
for hundreds of residential, multi -residential, and commercial projects
to meet the requirements of building and fire codes. He also sets up
systems, policies, and procedures. Robert oversees and reviews daily
construction issues and prepares annual budget estimate including
capital projects. Capital projects include seismic retrofit and new
public and school buildings. He also supervises City and contract
employees.
Plan Check Engineer
City of Ontario
1984-1985
Worked as a plan check division supervisor, responsible for all
residential, commercial, and industrial building projects to comply
with different state, local and other code requirements. Supervise and
coordinate capital projects such as building repairs and renovations,
these projects are: fire stations, library and city hall expansions.
Hassan (Henry) Hadidi, Ph.D., S.E.
Plan Review Engineer
EDUCATION
Henry is a results -oriented structural engineer with 33+ years of
Ph.D. Structural Engineering
experience in plan review and design. He has extensive knowledge
of current building codes including IBC, IRC, ACI 318, ACI 530, AISC
M.S., Structural Engineering
341, AISC 358, AISC 360, AISI, ASCE 31-03, ASCE 41-13, ASCE 5, ASCE
7, and NDS. He has strong verbal and written communication skills
B.S., Civil Engineering
in meetings and communicating with clients to answer questions
regardingthe generated plan reviewcomments. He is a self-starter with
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a strong ability to lead or work within a team and has demonstrated
CERTIFICATIONS
organizational and problem -solving skills. Recent experience includes
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several pedestrian walk bridges for the University of California, Los
Engineer: CA, #S4078
Angeles and also for the City of Roseville.
CA, #C49136
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ICC Certified: Building
Senior Structural Engineer
Plans Examiner
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
2017 - Present
Plan review of residential and commercial projects of all sizes and
International Code Council (ICC)
complexities throughout California.
TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Plan Review
30+
JW Marriott Hotel
2015 - Present
Plan review for a new 12 -story, four -diamond luxury hotel with two
levels of subterranean parking. The hotel will have 466 guest rooms as
well as meeting space for groups.
Structural Plan Review
Cahuilla Casino & Hotel Project
2018 - Present
Plan review for the Cahuilla Band of Indians new casino and hotel
property which will replace the original casino facility. The project is
14,920 SF, mixed occupancy, A2 and B, construction type II -B, including
a 31997 SF hotel and 34,121 SF casino.
Additional Experience
• Senior Structural Engineer - Private Sector (Irvine, California) (2015
-2017)
• Senior Project Engineer - Private Sector (Orange, California) (2014 -
2015)
• Senior Structural Engineer- Private Sector (Pittsburg, Pennsylvania)
(2013 - 2015)
• Senior Project Engineer - Private Sector (Orange, California) (2011 -
2012)
Mehdi Keshmiri, P.E., QSD/P
Civil Plan Review Engineer
EDUCATION Mehdi is a results -driven civil engineerwith more than 20 years of experience
in public works, educational, residential, commercial, industrial, and land
MS, Civil Engineering development projects. Throughout his career he has demonstrated a high degree
BS, Civil Engineering of creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding
extensive engineering programs and activities. Mehdi has a proven ability to
manage and complete projects within budget and on schedule, with emphasis on
quality control and adherence to codes and standards.
CERTIFICATIONS
CA Civil Engineer, C84833
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Qualified SWPPP Developer
Civil Engineer/ Project Manager
(QSD) - 09933
City of Chino On -Call Accessibility Design Drafting and Plan Check Services
Qualified SWPPP
Currently providing on-call accessibility design, drafting and plan check services
Practitioner (QSP)
for ADA grievance projects and pedestrian accessibility for public works capital
improvement projects. The project includes scope, design and construction of
new improvement and alteration projects in compliance with Federal, State and
YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Local accessibility regulations; including Americans with Disabilities Act, California
Engineering Code and the City of Chino ordinances and policie
20+
Project Manager
City of Los Angeles General Services Division Mt. Lee Underground Bunker
Waterproofing
BV is providing parking improvements and maintenance of the waterproofing
surrounding an underground bunker on Mt. Lee near the Hollywood sign. The
bunker serves as a critical communication center for the City of Los Angeles. The
bunker leaked water during the past couple wet seasons and site reconnaissance
determined the bunker's waterproofing envelope reached its service life and
required replacement.
Civil Engineer
City of Pomona ADA Self -Evaluation and Right of Way Transition Plan
Provided a comprehensive ADA self-evaluation and right-of-way transition plan
for City streets and sidewalks. Performed field investigations within the City right-
of-way in order to identify obstacles limiting accessibility, describe methods to
improve accessibility and specify a schedule for achieving ADA compliance.
Project Manager
Orange County Community Resources On -Call Architectural and Engineering
Services - Orange County Parks Aliso and Wood Canyons Wilderness Park
The project included architectural and engineering for the park visitor center,
ranger office and restroom facilities. Designed and prepared construction
documents for street utilities not provided by OC Public Works. Phase I work
improved the parking area, Sycamore Grove gathering area, and Park Entrance
Orland Obtera, EIT, LSIT
Civil Plans Examiner
EDUCATION
Orland is an accomplished project manager/scheduler with more than 26 years
of success across the management of civil engineering, architectural, logistics,
B.S., Civil Engineering
transportation, educational and aviation industries, within various public
LICENSES/CERTIFICA-
agencies. He has extensive experience in leading projects as part of the program
management team. He is thoughtful and creative in his approach to solving
TIONS
clients' challenges and works to break free from stagnation and reignite growth,
CA Engineer -in -Training,
leadingto successful implementation. He believes in finding solutions to project
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challenges, providing added value to the project team. His approach is to work
as an extension of the clients' staff. He wants people and projects to succeed,
CA Land Surveyor -in-
understanding their success is his success. He is currently serving as civil project
Training, 6100
managerwith the design build team forthe Los Angeles Metro Center Street
Project.
OSHA 30 Hour Certificate
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TOTAL YEARS OF Civil Project Manager
EXPERIENCE
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) Center
26+ Street Project Design Build
Currently providing civil engineering forthe single -story, 26,000 sq. ft, $100M
essential facility with three floors of enclosed space built over at least 91 at -grade
parking spaces that will house Metro's new Emergency Operations Center (EOC)
and Security Operations Center (SOC) while accommodating a 50 -year expansion
within the allocated project budget. Civil engineering services include storm
drain design, sewer design, water system design and street improvements.
Project Manager/Scheduler
San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) Grant K8 Field and Room
Alterations Mann Middle School Planning and Site Modernization Phase I,
TRACE Relocatables, Grant K8 Security Fencing
Prepared weekly updates using Microsoft Projects of project schedule for reports
to management and sponsors.
The following projects were completed prior tojoining the Owen team:
• OCTA/SR 57 Expansion Project
• South Mission Valley Trunk Sewer
• Imperial Beach Yard Improvement
• Wawona Tunnel Utility Improvement
• Mohler Loop Electrical Improvements
• Summit Sewer Study
• Rainbow Water District Sewer Study
Tim Tran, M.C.P., C.B.O., C.A.Sp.
Senior Plans Examiner/ Building Official
EDUCATION
Tim has 15+ years of experience as a certified plans examiner and building
B.S. Civil Engineering
official. His broad range of responsibilities have included plan review,
coordination of projects between departments, preparing annual budgets,
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
and resolving construction issues.
ICC Master Code Professional
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#5104603
Senior Plans Examiner/ Building Official
ICC Certified Building Official
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2020 - Present
#5104603
In addition to the performance of Building Official tasks, Tim performs
Certified CASp #743
complex professional architectural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, ADA
and structural engineering work in the building plan review process. He
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
provides technical assistance to building inspectors, as well as general
National Fire Protection
information and assistance to engineers, contractors, architects, and
Association (NFPA)
property owners regarding plan applications. Tim also reviews alternate
design and method applications and recommends approval or appropriate
International Association of
revisions to the building official.
Plumbing and Mechanical
Officials (IAPMO)
Building Official
City of San Bernardino
American Society of Plumbing
2020-2021
Engineers (ASPE)
Administered programs and operations of the Building and Safety and Code
International Association of
Enforcement.
Electrical Inspectors (IAEI)
Building Official
City of Monterrey Park
TOTAL YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
2015 - 2020
15+
Administered the programs and operations of the Building and Safety
Division.
Plans Examiner
City of Santa Monica
2008-2015
Reviewed construction drawings for code compliance.
Plans Examiner
City of Anaheim
2007-2008
Reviewed construction drawings for code compliance.
Dwayne Butz
Plans Examiner/Building Inspector
EDUCATION
Dwayne has almost 25 years of design and inspection experience in the
building industry. He has been responsible for multiple inspections,
B.A., Architecture
code updates, and designing for residential and commercial projects.
He has managed training of colleagues and as a result is exceptionally
B.F.A., Interior Planning/
knowledgeable in the building codes, municipal codes and building
Design
department operations. Dwayne is able to successfully communicate with
customers and explain building code sections thoroughly.
REGISTRATIONS/
CERTIFICATIONS
SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE
NAHB Certificate
Plans Examiner/Building Inspector
IRM Certificate
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2021- Present
ICC Certifications:
Perform plan reviews for residences and commercial buildings. Highly
knowledgeable on building codes and regulations. Works effectively with
Residential Plans Examiner
applicants to explain code requirements. Creates corrections, outlining
Residential Combination
areas of improvement for plans and referencing the applicable building
code sections and locally adopted regulations.
Inspector
Residential Building
Associate
Inspector
Marx/OkuboAssociates
Mechanical Inspector
2020-2021
ICC Certified Inspector responsible for hundreds of residential renovation
Residential Electrical
inspections within a military housing development consisting of 3 (three)
Inspector
different communities. Created system to provide a quick snapshot of
Residential Plumbing
project inspection status.
Inspector
Designer
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
KB Home
2016-2020
PROFESSIONAL
AFFILIATIONS
Created hundreds of hand sketched Design Drawings for KB Home
Arizona. California, Colorado. Florida, Nevada, North Carolina, Texas
and/a Washington Divisions Pro -Actively addressed Design Guideline,
International Code Council
Marketing, Purchasing, and Construction opportunities and constraints.
(ICC)
Responsible fa New Plan Series within KB Home Texas Divisions.
Institute of Risk
Completed over200 KB University online courses. Assisted with the
creation of Colorado Division's popular Mid -Century Modem Starlig,t
Management (IRM)
Collection
National Green Building
Standard Certification
Project Manager
(NAHB)
CJ Light Associates
2014 to 2016
TOTAL YEARS OF
Provided several clients with he personalized care needed to effectively
EXPERIENCE
translate their custom home wishes into reality within Coastal Cities.
25+
Jecsan Perez
Plans Examiner
EDUCATION Jecsan has more than 2 years of experience providing plan check services
reviewing residential and commercial projects of various sizes and
B.S. Civil Engineer complexities. He has strong interpersonal skills and takes a proactive
approach to problem solving, interfacing with owners, architects and
contractors. Jecsan is bilingual in English and Spanish.
LICENSES/CERTIFICA-
TIONS SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:
ICC Certified:
Building Plans Examiner Building Plans Examiner
Engineer -in -Training Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2021- Present
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIA- Review residential and commercial projects for multiple jurisdictions,
including photovoltaic, multi -dwelling structures and single-family dwelling
TIONS units, utilizing Bluebeam.
International Code Council
(ICC) M6 Consulting, Inc.
National Council of Plans Examiner
Examiners for Engineering 2019 - 2020
and Surveying Examined plans for residential and commercial projects for the City of
Calabasas. Utlized AutoCAD to draft architectural and structural details for
TOTAL YEARS OF residential design projects.
EXPERIENCE
4+
Douglas Bragg
Building Inspector/ Plans Examiner
EDUCATION Seasoned professional providing over 35 years of experience in providing
combination building inspection, combination plan review of mechanical,
Inspection Courses plumbing and electrical plans, and code enforcement services. Major strengths
Building Inspection include strong leadership, excellent communication, customer service, and report
Technology writing skills. Competent team player with sound judgement and decision-making
Water Technology skills. Experienced as a municipally appointed expert witness for construction
codes. Computer and Internet literate.
CERTIFICATIONS/ SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:
LICENSES
ICC Plan Reviewer
ICC Building Inspector: Senior Building Inspector/Plans Examiner
Commercial and Residential Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
ICC Reinforced Concrete 2021- Present
Fire Technology Certificate Perform plan check and building inspections for residential and commercial
projects. Perform plan check solar plans, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical
plans fortenant improvements and small commercial projects. Perform all building
TOTAL YEARS OF inspections for all types of projects. Discuss code issues and requirements with
EXPERIENCE contractors, homeowners, and designers.
35+
Senior Building Inspector
The Onyx Group, Valencia, CA
2018-2020
Performed complexand routine combination commercial, industrial and residential
inspections of high rise, beach front, hillside, retail, foodservice, single and multi-
family buildings. Performed plan check of residential and commercial projects.
Ensured construction and installations conformed to municipal, state, and federal
code requirements and zoning ordinances. Provided code interpretations and
other essential information to design professionals, contractors, and the general
public and recommend corrective action of defects or inadequacies. Provided
interpretations of the codes and established policies and procedures. Performed
plan check of residential and commercial projects. Researched code and product
standards to determine compliance with adopted codes. Mentored and trained
Building Inspectors.
Conducts inspections to ensure building construction is in compliance with the applicable
municipal, state, and federal codes and ordinances. Reads and studies project specifications,
plans, and drawings to become familiar with the project prior to inspection, confirming
structural or architectural changes have been stamped as approved by the relevant authority.
Documents inspections on construction projects to determine all aspects of the projectsuch as
foundations, building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems conform to the applicable
building codes, zoning ordinances, energy conservation, and disabled access requirements.
Select clients and projects to which services have been delivered include City of South El
Monte and City of La Mesa.
Various Positions
All Pro Designs
1987 - Present
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT. Managing and hands on
workmanship throughout all phases of construction projects. Estimated time
and material costs. Maintained quality and cost control. Knowledge on all
aspects of construction. Vast experience throughout the last 35 Years.
DEPUTY INSPECTOR 4 Years of experience
PLANS DESIGNER: 18 Years of experience designing custom homes, room additions, and
health
department plans.
ADMINISTRATION. Oversaw expenditures and payroll. Developed and implemented policies
and
procedures. Ensured compliance with government regulations. Prepared all project
documentation.
SUPERVISION/TRAINING: Supervised Foremen and Laborers. Hired and scheduled
subcontractors. Trained and evaluated all team members.
KNOWLEDGE OFFOUNDATION RELATED PRO-IECTS. Rebar, stem walls, cement, slabs, curb
and gutter, side walks and flat work. Installation of required anchor bolts.
COMPLETEFRAMING KNOWLEDGE. Single homes, room additions, roof decks, patio decks.
Luis Mota
Building Inspector
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS
Luis Mota is a seasoned construction professional with multiple areas of expertise. He has
ICC Certified Residential
over 35 years of experience within the construction industry. Throughout his career he has
Building Inspector
exhibited his ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and has a proven track record
of excellent follow-through on assignments as well as a demonstrated commitment to
successful project completion. Furthermore, he has the ability to acquire and apply knowledge
TOTAL YEARS OF
rapidly and is an excellent communicator with the ability to effectively and professionally
EXPERIENCE
interface with clients and business associates. Luis is fluent in both English and Spanish.
35+
SELECT PROJECT EXPERIENCE:
Building Inspector
Bureau Veritas North America, Inc.
2022 - Present
Conducts inspections to ensure building construction is in compliance with the applicable
municipal, state, and federal codes and ordinances. Reads and studies project specifications,
plans, and drawings to become familiar with the project prior to inspection, confirming
structural or architectural changes have been stamped as approved by the relevant authority.
Documents inspections on construction projects to determine all aspects of the projectsuch as
foundations, building, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems conform to the applicable
building codes, zoning ordinances, energy conservation, and disabled access requirements.
Select clients and projects to which services have been delivered include City of South El
Monte and City of La Mesa.
Various Positions
All Pro Designs
1987 - Present
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGEMENT. Managing and hands on
workmanship throughout all phases of construction projects. Estimated time
and material costs. Maintained quality and cost control. Knowledge on all
aspects of construction. Vast experience throughout the last 35 Years.
DEPUTY INSPECTOR 4 Years of experience
PLANS DESIGNER: 18 Years of experience designing custom homes, room additions, and
health
department plans.
ADMINISTRATION. Oversaw expenditures and payroll. Developed and implemented policies
and
procedures. Ensured compliance with government regulations. Prepared all project
documentation.
SUPERVISION/TRAINING: Supervised Foremen and Laborers. Hired and scheduled
subcontractors. Trained and evaluated all team members.
KNOWLEDGE OFFOUNDATION RELATED PRO-IECTS. Rebar, stem walls, cement, slabs, curb
and gutter, side walks and flat work. Installation of required anchor bolts.
COMPLETEFRAMING KNOWLEDGE. Single homes, room additions, roof decks, patio decks.
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