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PURPOSE: APPROVE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING FOR THE 2019 CAPITAL
IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM / PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
INDUSTRIES, INC. ($81,475.00)
INITIATED BY: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS
WHEREAS, the Department of Public Works requested proposals from several
consulting firms to provide construction materials testing services for the 2019 CIP; and
WHEREAS, after careful review of all proposals, Professional Service Industries
(PSI) was chosen to perform those services based on several factors, including overall
quality of work performed in the past, engineering experience and cost.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Common Council of the City of
Oshkosh that the proper City officials are authorized and directed pursuant to Section
12-16 of the Municipal Code to enter into an agreement with PSI and said City officials
are authorized and directed to take those steps necessary to implement the terms and
conditions of the final agreement.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that money for this purpose is hereby appropriated
from:
Acct. No. 0321-0410-6804-XXXXX Contract Control Fund - Storm Sewer
0321-0410-6803-XXXXX Contract Control Fund - Water
0321-0410-6802-XXXXX Contract Control Fund - Sanitary Sewer
0323-1717-7216-63901 Property/Equipment Fund - Land
Improvements
0321-0410-6801-XXXXX Contract Control Fund - Paving
MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the Common Council
FROM: Steven M. Gohde, Assistant Director of Public Works 5"''
DATE: February 21, 2019
RE: Approve Professional Services Agreement for Construction Materials Testing
for the 2019 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI) / ($81,475)
BACKGROUND
The Department of Public Works requested proposals from several consulting firms to provide
construction materials testing services for the 2019 CIP. We received proposals from three (3)
consulting firms, one of which was determined to be non-responsive.
ANALYSIS
After a careful and thorough review of all aspects of the proposals, PSI was chosen to perform
these services. The decision to select PSI was based on several factors, including the overall
quality of work performed in the past, engineering experience, and cost. The work associated
with this agreement is anticipated to be complete by the end of 2019.
FISCAL IMPACT
The cost of these services is estimated not to exceed $81,475 and will be split among the Storm
Water, Water Main, Sanitary Sewer, Transportation, and the Street Paving sections of the CIP.
Funding is available in all five (5) accounts.
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RECOMMENDATIONS
Chapter 12 of the Municipal Code of the City of Oshkosh provides that professional services of a
specialized nature, including engineering services, may be procured without the use of formal,
sealed quotes. I have reviewed this agreement and in accordance with Section 12-16 of the
Municipal Code, I am hereby recommending the Common Council approve the award of this
professional services agreement.
Approved:
Mark A. Rohloff
City Manager
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Oshkosh
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING
2019 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS
Prepared for:
City of Oshkosh Department of Public Works
215 Church Avenue
P.O. Box 1130
Oshkosh, Wisconsin 54903
Prepared by:
Professional Service Industries, Inc.
3009 Vandenbroek Road
Kaukauna, Wisconsin 54130
Phone (920) 735-1200
Fax (920) 735-1840
February 15, 2019
PSI Proposal Number: 0094-269251
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Ms. Tracy Taylor
City of Oshkosh
Department of Public Works
215 Church Avenue
P.O. Box 1130
Oshkosh, WI 54903-1130
Re: Proposal for 2019 Capital Improvement Projects
Construction Material Testing — City of Oshkosh
PSI Proposal Number 0094-269251
Dear Ms. Taylor,
PSI Proposal No.: 0094-269251
2019 Capital Improvement Projects
February 15, 2019
Thank you for giving Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI), an Intertek Company, this
opportunity to propose our services to provide construction materials testing services
associated with the 2019 Capital Improvement Projects in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Presented
below is a review of furnished project information, along with our proposed scope of services,
schedule and fee information.
We have prepared this proposal based upon the project information provided to PSI in a request
for proposal (RFP) sent on Friday February 1, 2019.
If this proposal is acceptable to you, PSI will perform the work in accordance with the attached
General Conditions that are incorporated into and made a part of this proposal. Please sign the
attached acceptance form as notice to proceed and return one copy of this proposal intact to
our office. We will proceed with the work upon receipt of authorization.
PSI appreciates the opportunity to offer its services to your project and looks forward to being
of service to you. Meanwhile, if you have any questions or require additional information, please
contact our office at (920) 735-1200.
Respectfully submitted,
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE INDUSTRIES, INC.
Patrick Bray
Branch Manager
James Becco, P.E.
Vice President
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Project Understanding
Scope of Work
Relevant Experience
Distribution of Reports
Schedule
Fees
Company Capabilities
Material Testing Overview
Laboratory Testing
Asphaltic Concrete Pavement
Certifications & Quality Control
Additional Laboratory Capabilities
Local Presence
Organizational Chart
References
Other Similar Experience
Authorization
Proposal Acceptance
General Conditions
Project Estimate
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PROJECT UNDERSTANDING
It is understood that the project will include nuclear density testing services of utility trench
backfill, laboratory testing, and other field testing of materials as necessary. In addition to the
utility trench density testing, PSI will assist the City of Oshkosh Inspector when requested on
inspection of backfilling operations per City of Oshkosh specifications. Part of PSI's function
will be to work with the Contractor by providing ideas of the methods of improving compaction
if necessary. However, it will remain the contractor's responsibility to perform his duties to meet
project specifications.
PSI understands that the project will
consist of construction material testing
services for the 2019 Capital Improvement
Projects for Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
The following city projects are planned to be covered under this agreement.
■ Contract 19-01 West Waukau Avenue Clatz Creek Crossing Reconstruction
■ Contract 19-02 Jeld-Wen/Stringham Watershed Outfall Reconstruction
■ Contract 19-04 Hazel Street Reconstruction
■ Contract 19-05 Oregon Street Reconstruction
■ Contract 19-07 Water Main & Lateral Relay
■ Contract 19-10 Lakeshore Riverwalk
■ Contract 19-12 Miscellaneous Utility Improvements
■ Contract 19-14 Ceape Ave. Parking Lot
■ Contract 19-15 Southwest Industrial Park
■ Contract 19-20 Storm Sewer LateralsNarious Locations
■ Oaks Trail Repaving
The project team wishes to retain a qualified and experienced engineering consultant to perform
on-site inspection and testing services during the project. PSI is interested in providing these
construction materials testing and inspection services.
SCOPE OF WORK
The following summarizes PSI's approach to address the construction materials testing on the
project.
PSI will provide a senior engineering technician to perform the requested field services. PSI will
obtain test samples from construction sites throughout the city and may be required to obtain
samples from various source sites. At a minimum, PSI will keep all lab samples until the end of
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each contract. Nuclear density testing will be performed on an as- needed basis dependent on
the contractor(s) schedule. PSI understands, based on years of experience with the City of
Oshkosh, that a field density testing technician will be required almost daily throughout the
construction season. PSI will coordinate with contractors and the City of Oshkosh
Inspectors/Engineers daily, so that scheduling can be planned in advance to meet the
requirements of the project.
Nuclear density tests shall be designated by project station, elevation, and utility trench type.
The density testing technicians shall notify the City Inspector and appropriate contractor of
failing tests. It will be the contractor's responsibility to re -compact failing areas and schedule
retesting to meet the City's requirements. All tests shall be documented.
In addition to the utility trench density testing, PSI will assist the City of Oshkosh Inspector when
requested on inspection of backfilling operations per City of Oshkosh specifications. Part of
PSI's function will be to work with the Contractor by providing ideas and methods of improving
compaction if necessary. However, it will remain the contractor's responsibility to perform his
duties to meet project specifications.
The reporting requirements are listed in the scope of services, and PSI understands that the
technicians will be required to document their activities through a daily report. These reports
shall include the date, a detailed summary of the activities taking place for which they are
inspecting/testing, the technician's time, and other pertinent information standard with this type
of reporting. There shall be a separate daily report for each city contract worked on that day.
Daily reports will be available on the Qest Lab Hive online system.
Material lab test results shall be emailed in PDF format or available on QestLab/Construction
Hive online system to the City Project Engineer within 48 hours of notification of sample pick-
up unless lengths of the test, by applicable standard procedures, dictate otherwise.
It will be the PSI Project Manager's responsibility to review the day's events with the PSI
technician to keep abreast of matters which may require future attention. The project manager
will also review the daily reports throughout the respective months and contact the City
representative to address issues which may require the City's involvement to resolve. Neither
the PSI on-site technician nor the PSI project manager will be responsible to make any
decisions or provide any direction to the contractor, that would alter the City's contractual
agreement with the contractor, or the City's specifications for the contractor's work. PSI cannot
ultimately assume the responsibility of the contractor to perform the work under its contract with
the City. This limitation of authority and responsibility is consistent with the industry standard
for independent construction testing agencies.
Monthly Testing Summary reports during construction shall include a written summary prepared
by the project manager, material lab test results for that month, an updated compaction results
log, and the technician's daily field reports. All reports shall be signed by the project manager.
Separate reports shall be generated for each city contract should multiple projects occur during
the same interval. The monthly summary reports shall be submitted in conjunction with the
4 contract's respective invoice. All reports shall be emailed to the City Project Engineer in PDF
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format. A final report shall be prepared upon the completion of each individual city contract.
Hard copies of the reports will be provided and mailed if requested.
Additional email correspondence or summary reports may be requested depending on certain
situations. The testing firm's project manager shall notify the City Project Engineer of issues
which may arise throughout the construction period.
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
PSI has an unparalleled reputation of providing construction materials testing for municipal
programs and waste water projects. For example, PSI has successfully provided services on
many of the most recognized brand names, including:
■ City of Oshkosh — 2013, 2014, 2015,
■ City of De Pere — 2012,
2017 and 2018 Capital Improvement
2013, 2014, 2015 and
Projects
2017 Capital
Improvement Projects
-- ■ Detention Pond -Oshkosh
■ Sanitary Sewer — Algoma
■ Session Street Sewer Expansion -
■ Pump Station and Utility
Waupaca
Lines — Waterford
■ Kiwanis Park Sewer Relay -
■ Sanitary Sewer
Sheboygan
Reconstruction — Wind
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■ Water Main Transmission- Suamico
■ Main Water Extension — Pewaukee
■ Water Main — Two Rivers
■ Sewer Extension — Bonduel
■ Storm Sewer — Sister Bay
■ Sanitary Sewer — Hobart
DISTRIBUTION OF REPORTS
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Upon project set-up, Construction Hive TM will electronically notify designated users when new
reports are posted so they can view, download and forward relevant PSI test reports. In short,
Construction Hive TM provides instantaneous access to reports from any internet web browser.
Designated users can specify how often they receive reports, have the ability to establish
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notification alerts, download reports, and forward reports from Construction HiveTM.
SCHEDULE
PSI is prepared to begin work immediately upon receiving notice to proceed. We will remain
available to respond within 1-2 hours for any services required. Our project manager will work
closely with the project team and the contractor to ensure the timeliness of our services.
FEES
It is proposed to accomplish the required work on a unit price basis in accordance with the
Project Estimate, a copy of which is attached to this proposal. PSI's actual fees would be
determined by the actual amount of technical time expended for this project and the amount of
laboratory testing performed.
PSI proposes to perform the above scope of services on a time and materials basis; however,
we have prepared a fee estimate based on the provided project information and our experience
J with similar projects. No construction schedule was made available in preparing the included
fee estimate. For a detailed fee estimate, please see the attached Project Estimate.
COMPANY CAPABILITIES
PSI has been working in Wisconsin since the 1940's. Since that time, we have been providing
geotechnical, construction testing, environmental consulting and asbestos services for local
municipalities, the State of Wisconsin and a wide range of public and private sector clients.
PSI maintains full-service environmental consulting, engineering,
laboratory, inspection, and testing offices throughout Wisconsin. These Lntef tek
offices are very large and well equipped with the necessary resources
and workspace to manage any project under this contract. Further �� 0 ;
illustrating our depth of operations, PSI recently merged with Intertek, ar
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global provider of quality solutions. With a network of more than 1,000
laboratories and offices in more than 100 countries, Intertek provides �
auditing, inspection, testing, training, quality assurance and certification I
by improving the quality and safety of products, assets and processes.
PSI's qualified and experienced professionals include experts in geotechnical engineering,
construction testing, environmental engineering, environmental sciences, industrial hygiene,
geology, hydrogeology and related disciplines. These professionals make it possible for us to
manage projects effectively in all areas of the state and country. Few companies can mobilize
as rapidly as PSI, while still maintaining existing work efforts.
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Wisconsin Offices:
■ Kaukauna: 15 Professionals / 2 drill rigs / 10 vehicles
■ Ripon: 10 Professionals/ 9 Vehicles
■ Chippewa Falls: 10 Professionals/ 1 drill rig / 6 vehicles
■ Middleton (Intertek and PSI): 30 Professionals
■ Waukesha: 60+ Professionals/ 5 drill rigs / 46 vehicles
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Local offices maintain very large laboratories with the
necessary equipment and workspace to provide
comprehensive materials storage and testing for soils,
aggregate, concrete, masonry, fireproofing, steel and other
materials. In addition, PSI's laboratory facilities in Pittsburgh,
Pennsylvania have very extensive special testing
capabilities, and are able to test a wide variety of innovative
or exploratory construction materials.
MATERIALS TESTING OVERVIEW
Capital Improvement Projects require precise planning, careful design, rigorous execution, and
the expenditure of a great deal of money. Thus, it is extremely important that all work and
materials be of acceptable quality to assure that specifications, schedules and budgets are met.
One way to do this is by using the services of PSI as an independent consultant.
PSI's construction services can be provided on
either a call -out or resident basis. All field activities
are supported by our AASHTO-accredited
laboratories, which have total materials testing
capabilities. Our laboratories can also perform
special testing, in which unusual types of testing are
performed by creating test conditions based on our
client's needs and specifications.
PSI maintains complete facilities and equipment for inspection and testing of:
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Soils and Foundations
■ Laboratory testing and evaluation of
proposed fill materials
■ Sitework monitoring and subgrade
evaluation
■ Monitoring and testing of compacted fills
■ Shallow and deep foundations inspections
■ Subgrade/soil improvement
recommendations
Concrete
■ Cement physical and chemical testing
■ Mix designs and verifications
■ Aggregate Testing
■ Field sampling and testing
■ Strength testing (compressive, flexural, split -
tensile)
■ In-situ evaluation
• Batch plant inspection
■ Precast and prestressed concrete testing
and inspection (field and plant)
■ Petrographic and other forensic analysis
Structural
■ Threshold inspections
■ Post -tensioning calibration and inspection
v ■ Fireproofing inspection
■ Reinforcing steel placement inspection
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Pavements
■ Subgrade observations and stabilization recommendations
■ Soil -cement mix design
■ Base course testing and evaluation (laboratory and field)
■ Laboratory testing of asphaltic concrete, including mix designs and verifications
■ Field testing and inspection of asphalt and concrete paving materials
■ Pavement evaluations (rigid and flexible)
Masonry
■ Concrete masonry unit and brick testing
■ Mortar/stucco mix design, testing, and
inspection
■ Forensic investigation
■ Prisms construction control
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Roofing
■ Field evaluation and testing
■ Monitoring of roof installation/application
■ Laboratory testing of roofing materials
NDE / Metals
■ Structural steel fabrication inspection and
certification
■ Structural steel field erection inspection
■ Welder certification and procedure
qualification
■ Non-destructive examination
■ Laboratory chemical and physical testing
■ Pressure vessels
■ Pipelines
Specialty
■ Floor flatness profiling
■ Vibration monitoring
■ Failure investigations
■ Waterproofing monitoring and testing
■ Curtainwall mock-up and fabrication inspection
■ Roof inspections, evaluations and consulting
LABORATORY TESTING
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PSI is the largest independent testing agency in the United States. From the perspective of
capabilities, number of locations, capacity to do work and quality — we are the best construction
materials testing company in the market today. Our firm was founded on construction materials
testing services. One of our acquisitions, Pittsburgh Testing Laboratories, tested the original
cables for the Brooklyn Bridge in the 1880's — and recently tested the replacement cables. No
other testing and inspection firm has that kind of history and continuity.
Locally, PSI maintains complete facilities and equipment
for inspection and testing of soils and foundations,
concrete, pavements, masonry, structural steel and
metals, roofing and specialty areas. With 5 offices in
Wisconsin — Kaukauna, Ripon, Middleton, Waukesha,
and Chippewa Falls — the firm is well staffed with
laboratory/quality supervisors and full-time technicians.
Soils and Aggregates
PSI Laboratory —Wisconsin Operations
In addition to the testing that takes place in the field, laboratory testing of soils is done to verify
that soil and aggregate materials being used during construction meet the requirements of the
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project plans and specifications. Some of the more common laboratory soil tests include the
following:
■ Standard and Modified Proctor (Moisture
Density Relationship Test)
■ Atterberg Limits Determination (Measures
Plasticity of Soils)
■ Soil Classification
■ Gradation and Grain -size Analysis
■ Laboratory CBR (California Bearing Ratio)
Test
■ Relative Density Test
■ Moisture Content Test
■ Triaxial Test to determine shear strength of cohesive or non -cohesive soils.
■ Laboratory testing and evaluation of proposed fill materials.
■ Automatic proctor hammers, multiple sieve shakes, soil processors, scales and high
capacity ovens to accommodate high sample volume.
■ Atterberg Limit Determination and Hydrometer Testing for classification.
ASPHALTIC CONCRETE PAVEMENT
PSI provides testing and evaluation services to help assure that project plans and specifications
are met with regard to pavement. Asphaltic concrete, or asphalt as it is better known, is the
most commonly used pavement material. When blended with aggregates, asphalt produces a
durable paving material.
Whether it's a roadway or a parking lot, each job will be required to follow specific pavement
specifications and requirements. These requirements will, specify the type of asphalt (or
sometimes concrete for heavy-duty pavement sections) that should be used along with the
appropriate thickness of both the pavement material and its "base course." The base course
typically consists of crushed stone as a "base" or foundation for the pavement material. Like
other construction quality control services, PSI conducts field and laboratory testing, in addition
to inspection services, including:
■ Gradation tests (laboratory).
■ Core thickness (field and laboratory).
■ In-place density tests (field).
■ Marshall / Hveem density test/stability test
(laboratory).
■ Temperature (field).
Concrete
■ Cement physical and chemical testing
■ Mix designs and verifications
■ Aggregate Testing
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■ Field sampling and testing
■ Strength testing (compressive, flexural, split -tensile)
■ In-situ evaluation
■ Precast and prestressed concrete testing and inspection (field and plant)
— Pavement
■ Subgrade observations and stabilization recommendations
■ Soil -cement mix design
— ■ Base course testing and evaluation (laboratory and field)
■ Laboratory testing of asphaltic concrete, including mix
designs and verifications
— ■ Field testing and inspection of asphalt and concrete
pavement materials
■ Pavement evaluations (rigid and flexible)
Specialty Testing
■ Unconfined compression testing of soils
■ Cohesive and granular soil permeability
testing
■ CBR testing of soils for pavement design
■ Organic content of soils
■ Consolidation of soils
■ Fire proofing density testing
PSI Laboratory —Wisconsin Operations
CERTIFICATIONS AND QUALITY CONTROL
All work performed by PSI is controlled by a comprehensive internal Quality Assurance/Quality
Control Program. As part of our Quality Assurance Program, inspection of our laboratory is
regularly performed to re -calibrate equipment and detect any deficiencies. Our equipment, tests
and procedures are monitored to assure the most accurate and consistent results possible. An
in-house program of quality assurance is also implemented.
The purpose of this in-house quality assurance program is to provide the method(s) used by
PSI for the internal annual management review of the quality system and testing/inspection
activities to ensure their continued suitability and effectiveness and to introduce necessary
changes or improvements. This procedure addresses the following aspects of a management
review: items to be reviewed; responsible parties; frequency of reviews; distribution of reports
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to management; and maintenance of records associated with the review. It is applicable to
those operations conforming to specifications of various quality systems and/or standards,
including:
■ ANS/ISO/IEC 17025: General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and
Calibration Laboratories (A2LA, AIHA, IAS, NVLAP)
■ AASHTO R18: Standard Recommended Practice for Establishing and Implementing a
Quality System for Construction Materials Testing Laboratories
Various ASTM Standards, including:
■ C1077: Standard Practice for Laboratories Testing Concrete and Concrete Aggregates
for Use in Construction and Criteria for Laboratory Evaluation
■ C1093: Standard Practice for Accreditation of Testing Agencies for Masonry
■ D3740: Standard Practice for Minimum Requirements for Agencies
Engaged in Testing and/or Inspection of Soil and Rock as Used in
Engineering Design and Construction
■ E329: Standard Specification for Agencies Engaged in Construction
Inspection, Special Inspection or Testing Materials Used in Construction
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ADDITIONAL LABORATORY TESTING CAPABILITIES
AGGREGATE
Sieve Analysis
Material Finer than No. 200
Unit Weight
Specific Gravity/Absorption
Soundness
Abrasion
Organic Impurities
Clay Lumps, Friable Particles
Lightweight Pieces
Aggregate Quality Analysis
ASPHALT
Bulk Specific Gravity/Density
Percent Air Voids
Maximum Theory Specific Gravity
Extraction/Gradation
Marshall Stability/Flow
CONCRETE
Compressive Strength
Flexural Strength
Splitting Tensile Strength
CONCRETE CORES
Compressive Strength
Unit Weight
Chloride Ion Content
Air Content Analysis
Petrographic Analysis
CONCRETE MASONRY UNITS
CMU Compressive Strength
CMU Unit Weight/Absorption
Masonry Prism Strength
Hollow Unit Quality Analysis
Solid Unit Quality Analysis
ASTM
MORTAR
ASTM
C136
Mortar Compressive Strength
C109
C117
Mortar Tensile Strength
C190
C29
Mortar Air Content
C185
C127/128
Mortar Water Retention
C91
C88
Mortar Mix Property Analysis
C270
C131/535
Mortar Aggregate Testing
C144
C40
C142
SOILS
C123
Water Content
D2216
C33
Organic Content
D2974
Specific Gravity
D854
Dry Density
D2937
D2726
Amount Finer than No. 200
D1140
D3203
Grainsize Analysis
D422
D2041
Atterberg Limit
D4318
D2172
Shrinkage Limit
D427
D1559
Moisture -Density Relationship
D698/D1557
California Bearing Ratio
D1883
Unconfined Compressive Strength
D2166
C39
Permeability (Constant Head)
D2430
C78
Permeability (Falling Head)
D5084
C496
Consolidation
D2435/D4186
GROUT
C42
Grout Compressive Strength
C1019
C642
Grout Mix Property Analysis
C476
FHA
Grout Aggregate Testing
C404
C457
C856
SPRAYED FIREPROOFING
Thickness/Density
E605
C140
Soil/Base/RAP Stabilization
C140
Moisture Density
D558
E447
Compressive Strength
D1633
C90
Bearing Ratio
D3668
C145
* A summary of PSI's Laboratory Quality Assurance/ Quality Control Program is
available upon request.
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LOCAL PRESCENCE
PSI is the largest testing agency in Wisconsin - 5 offices, 8 drill rigs, and over 100 professionals.
This presence enables us to provide unparalleled service to each, and every one of our clients
by drawing upon the large network of personnel, equipment, supplies and other resources that
are readily available for quick mobilization between our branch offices. With up to 10 branch,
department and special project managers throughout the state, each working in daily contact
and cooperation with a District Manager, Vice President and Senior Vice President (all of whom
are based in Wisconsin), PSI clearly demonstrates an unmatched ability to allocate resources
to multiple concurrent projects.
J PSI maintains a full-service engineering laboratory, inspection, and testing office in Kaukauna,
Wisconsin. Our offices are very well equipped with the necessary equipment and workspace to
provide comprehensive materials storage and testing for soils, aggregate, concrete, masonry,
- fireproofing, steel, and related materials.
Each of our Branch offices is supervised by a Registered Professional Engineer, responsible
- for over -seeing the day-to-day technical and administrative affairs of the Branch office.
Engineering reports generated by the Branch offices are reviewed by James Becco, a senior
principal engineer in our firm. The resume of the principal engineer, as well as a selection of
key personnel are included in a later section.
The company's "Senior Author System," enables PSI to best match our pool of talent to the
needs of every project and provides a degree of consistency in the technical quality of reports.
The local presence of qualified professionals throughout the State, coupled with the scrutiny
and assistance given by the seasoned senior staff, together serve to ensure that our clients
receive prudent and reliable engineering recommendations, maintaining a keen familiarity with
local conditions and typical construction practices. Our senior principal engineers are readily
available to meet with clients to discuss the particulars of any project, adding a personal
element to the consulting process.
PSI's local team includes senior engineers, technicians, inspectors and support personnel with
=. specific qualifications and experience to successfully address the complex challenges
associated with any project. This team of professionals is managed through a Matrix
Management system that allows sharing of resources, both between departments and between
local offices. Regionally, PSI's Wisconsin Operations can be illustrated as follows:
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PSI ORGANIZATIONAL CHART
From a Project Management perspective, each project is set up differently, depending on the
service line or specific project requirements. However, our approach will be to manage and
staff projects through a single point -of -contact that will serve as an overall Contract Manager.
This individual will ensure compliance with the overall contract and coordinate with the
appropriate Project Manager. The Project Manager will:
■ Direct the day-to-day field activities;
■ Coordinate senior professional engineers to support the project(s);
■ Coordinate and manage project staff to provide dedicated on-site services;
■ Direct and coordinate subcontract activities, if necessary.
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REFERENCES
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Paul DeVries, P.E.
City Engineer/Deputy Director of Public Works City of Fond du Lac
- 920.322.3473
pdevries(a-),fdl.wi.gov
PSI has provided a wide range of geotechnical and materials testing services for various City
of Fond du Lac projects including public works projects, park and recreation facilities, roadway
reconstruction, new/proposed developments and other projects.
- Karen Heyrman, P.E.
Deputy Director of Public Works Grand Chute
920.832.1581
Karen. heyrman(a).grandchute.net
PSI performed the annual testing contract for the City of De Pere in 2012, 2014, 2015 and
provided a testing quality control program and construction monitoring to document whether
the construction observed, and materials tested are in conformance with the project's contract
documents. Karen Heyrman was the Assistant City Engineer overseeing our services until
recently accepting a new position with the Town of Grand Chute.
Don Neitzel, P.E.
Kunkel Engineering
Beaver Dam, WI 920.356-9447
dneitzel(a-)_kunkelengineering.com
PSI has worked with Kunkel Engineering for numerous years as an independent testing agency
for the municipalities they serve or act as the Engineer. Examples include the City of West
Bend, City of Berlin, City of Green Lake, City of Fox Lake, City of Horicon, and the City of
Princeton. PSI's responsibility is to test and observe the quality of materials and workmanship
in areas of our involvement for compliance with project specs and plans and report the findings
to the appropriate party in a timely manner, so any deficiencies can be promptly corrected.
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OTHER SIMILAR EXPERIENCE
Waukesha County: Various Projects — Through a Master Services
Agreement for Engineering Services with Waukesha County, PSI has
provided a wide range of geotechnical and materials testing services for or
public works projects, park and recreation facilities, roadway
reconstruction, new/proposed developments and other projects. For
example, PSI completed a retaining wall design for a new modular block
retaining wall that was constructed on the south side of CTH Q, from
Colgate Road to CTH Y. PSI completed a full set of design plans and
specifications that were used to bid the construction of the wall. During
performance of this project, PSI also installed wells surrounding an existing retention pond and
performed mounding calculations. Overall, PSI's services for Waukesha County have included
the full range of geotechnical field services (laboratory services, analysis and design
recommendations) and construction materials testing (foundation inspections, soils compaction
testing, concrete testing).
City of Waukesha: Various Projects — Through various annual contracts with
the Department of Engineering and the Waukesha Water Utility, PSI has
provided a wide range of geotechnical and testing services for parks,
roadways, sewer/water lines, utilities and other projects, such as bridges and
maintenance facilities. Services have included the full range of geotechnical
field services, laboratory services and materials testing, including soils
compaction testing, compressive strength testing for concrete, footing
inspections and other related inspection and testing as necessary.
City of De Pere: Various Projects — Through various annual contracts with the
Department of Engineering and the Public Works Department, PSI has
provided a wide range of geotechnical and testing services for parks,
roadways, sewer/water lines, utilities and other projects. Services have
included the full range of geotechnical field services, laboratory services and
materials testing, including soils compaction testing, compressive strength
testing for concrete, footing inspections and other related inspection and
testing as necessary.
Milwaukee County: Various Projects — Through a Master Consulting
Agreement for Geotechnical Engineering and Materials Testing Services with
Milwaukee County, PSI has provided a wide range of geotechnical and testing
services for parks, roadways, new/proposed developments and other projects,
such as swimming pool rehabilitations, bridges and bike trail maintenance
facilities. Services have included the full range of geotechnical field services,
laboratory services, analysis and design recommendations, as well as the
subsequent materials testing during construction — compaction testing,
concrete testing, footing inspections and other related inspection and testing
as necessary.
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Milwaukee County, PSI has provided a wide range of geotechnical services
at General Mitchell International Airport. Projects have included runway
reconstruction, concourse expansions, baggage handling upgrades and other
projects.
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AUTHORIZATION
If this proposal is acceptable to you, PSI will perform the work in accordance with the attached
- General Conditions that are incorporated into and made a part of this proposal. Please sign
below as notice to proceed and return one copy of this proposal intact to our office. We will
proceed with the work upon receipt of authorization.
PSI appreciates the opportunity to offer its services to your project and looks forward to being
of service to you. Meanwhile, if you have any questions or `require additional information, please
contact our office at (920) 735-1200.
Respectfully submitted,
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE INDUSTRIES, INC.
Patrick Bray
Branch Manager
James Becco, P.E.
Vice President
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AGREED TO, THIS
BY (please print):
TITLE:
COMPANY:
SIGNATURE:
DAY OF
PROJECT INFORMATION:
1. Project Name:
2. Project Location:
3. Your Job No: Purchase Order No.:
4. Project Manager.' Telephone No.:
5. Site Contact: Telephone No.:
6. Distribution of Reports:
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8. Other Pertinent Information Or Previous Subsurface Information Available:
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GENERAL CONDITIONS
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1. PARTIES AND SCOPE OF WORK: Professional Service Industries Inc. ("PSI") shall include said company or its particular division,
subsidiary or affiliate performing the work. "Work" means the specific service to be performed by PSI as set forth in PSI's proposal, Client's
acceptance thereof and these General Conditions. Additional work ordered by Client shall also be subject to these General Conditions. "Client"
refers to the person or business entity ordering the work to be done by PSI. If Client is ordering the work on behalf of another, Client represents
and warrants that it is the duly authorized agent of said party for the purpose of ordering and directing said work. Unless otherwise stated in
writing, Client assumes sole responsibility for determining whether the quantity and the nature of the work ordered by the client is adequate
and sufficient for Client's intended purpose. Client shall communicate these General Conditions to each and every third party to whom Client
transmits any part of PSI's work. PSI shall have no duty or obligation to any third party greater than that set forth in PSI's proposal, Client's
acceptance thereof and these General Conditions. The ordering of work from PSI, or the reliance on any of PSI's work, shall constitute
acceptance of the terms of PSI's proposal and these General Conditions, regardless of the terms of any subsequently issued document.
2. TESTS AND INSPECTIONS: Client shall cause all tests and inspections of the site, materials and work performed by PSI or others to be
timely and properly performed in accordance with the plans, specifications and contract documents and PSI's recommendations. No claims
for loss, damage or injury shall be brought against PSI by Client or any third party unless all tests and inspections have been so performed
and unless PSI's recommendations have been followed. Client agrees to indemnify, defend and hold PSI, its officers, employees and agents
harmless from any and all claims, suits, losses, costs and expenses, including, but not limited to, court costs and reasonable attorney's fees
in the event that all such tests and inspections are not so performed or PSI's recommendations are not so followed.
3. PREVAILING WAGES: This proposal specifically excludes compliance with any project labor agreement, labor agreement, or other union
or apprenticeship requirements. In addition, unless explicitly agreed to in the body of this proposal, this proposal specifically excludes
compliance with any state or federal prevailing wage law or associated requirements, including the Davis Bacon Act. It is agreed that no
applicable prevailing wage classification or wage rate has been provided to PSI, and that all wages and cost estimates contained herein are
based solely upon standard, non -prevailing wage rates. Should it later be determined by the Owner or any applicable agency that in fact
prevailing wage applies, then it is agreed that the contract value of this agreement shall be equitably adjusted to account for such changed
circumstance. Client will reimburse, defend, indemnify and hold harmless PSI from and against any liability resulting from a subsequent
determination that prevailing wage regulations cover the Project, including all costs, fines and attorney's fees.
4. SCHEDULING OF WORK: The services set forth in PSI's proposal and Client's acceptance will be accomplished by PSI personnel at the
prices quoted. If PSI is required to delay commencement of the work or if, upon embarking upon its work, PSI is required to stop or interrupt
the progress of its work as a result of changes in the scope of the work requested by Client, to fulfill the requirements of third parties,
interruptions in the progress of construction, or other causes beyond the direct reasonable control of PSI, additional charges will be applicable
and payable by Client.
5. ACCESS TO SITE: Client will arrange and provide such access to the site and work as is necessary for PSI to perform the work. PSI shall
take reasonable measures and precautions to minimize damage to the site and any improvements located thereon as the result of its work or
the use of its equipment.
6. CLIENT'S DUTY TO NOTIFY ENGINEER: Client warrants that it has advised PSI of any known or suspected hazardous materials, utility
lines and pollutants at any site at which PSI is to do work, and unless PSI has assumed in writing the responsibility of locating subsurface
objects, structures, lines or conduits, Client agrees to defend, indemnify and save PSI harmless from all claims, suits, losses, costs and
expenses, including reasonable attorney's fees as a result of personal injury, death or property damage occurring with respect to PSI's
performance of its work and resulting to or caused by contact with subsurface or latent objects, structures, lines or conduits where the actual
or potential presence and location thereof were not revealed to PSI by Client.
7. RESPONSIBILITY: PSI's work shall not include determining, supervising or implementing the means, methods, techniques, sequences
or procedures of construction. PSI shall not be responsible for evaluating, reporting or affecting job conditions concerning health, safety or
welfare. PSI's work or failure to perform same shall not in any way excuse any contractor, subcontractor or supplier from performance of its
work in accordance with the contract documents. Client agrees that it shall require subrogation to be waived against PSI and for PSI to be
added as an Additional Insured on all policies of insurance, including any policies required of Client's contractors or subcontractors, covering
any construction or development activities to be performed on the project site. PSI has no right or duty to stop the contractor's work.
8. SAMPLE DISPOSAL: Test specimens will be disposed immediately upon completion of the test. All drilling samples will be disposed sixty
(60) days after submission of PSI's report.
9. PAYMENT: The quantities and fees provided in this proposal are PSI's estimate based on information provided by Client and PSI's
experience on similar projects. The actual total amount due to PSI shall be based on the actual final quantities provided by PSI at the unit
rates provided herein. Where Client directs or requests additional work beyond the contract price it will be deemed a change order and PSI
Will be paid according to the fee schedule. Client shall be invoiced once each month for work performed during the preceding period. Client
agrees to pay each invoice within thirty (30) days of its receipt. Client further agrees to pay interest on all amounts invoiced and not paid or
objected to for valid cause in writing within said thirty (30) day period at the rate of eighteen (18) percent per annum (or the maximum interest
rate permitted under applicable law), until paid. Client agrees to pay PSI's cost of collection of all amounts due and unpaid after thirty (30)
days, including court costs and reasonable attorney's fees. PSI shall not be bound by any provision or agreement requiring or providing for
arbitration of disputes or controversies arising out of this agreement, any provision wherein PSI waives any rights to a mechanics' lien, or any
provision conditioning PSI's right to receive payment for its work upon payment to Client by any third party. These General Conditions are
notice, where required, that PSI shall file a lien whenever necessary to collect past due amounts. Failure to make payment within 30 days of
invoice shall constitute a release of PSI from any and all claims which Client may have, whether in tort, contract or otherwise, and whether
known or unknown at the time.
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10. ALLOCATION OF RISK: CLIENT AGREES THAT PSI'S SERVICES WILL NOT SUBJECT PSI'S INDIVIDUAL EMPLOYEES OFFICERS
OR DIRECTORS TO ANY PERSONAL LIABILITY AND THAT NOTWITHSTANDING ANY OTHER PROVISION OF THIS AGREEMENT
CLIENT AGREES THAT ITS SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDY SHALL BE TO DIRECT OR ASSERT ANY CLAIM DEMAND OR SUIT
ONLY AGAINST PSI.
OF P SI' S FEE PAID TO PSI FOR ITS WORK ON THE PROJECT WHICHEVER IS THE GREATER BY AGREEING TO PAY PSI A SUM
EQUIVALENT TO AN ADDITIONAL AMOUNT OF 5% OF THE TOTAL FEE TO BE CHARGED FOR P SI' S SERVICES. THIS CHARGE IS
NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS BEING A CHARGE FOR INSURANCE OF ANY TYPE BUT IS INCREASED CONSIDERATION FOR THE
GREATER LIABILITY INVOLVED. IN ANY EVENT ATTOR NEY'S FEES EXPENDED BY PSI IN CONNECTION WITH ANY CLAIM SHALL
REDUCE THE AMOUNT AVAILABLE AND ONLY ONE SUCH AMOUNT WILL APPLY TO ANY PROJECT.
NEITHER PARTY SHALL BE LIABLE TO THE OTHER IN CONTRACT TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE AND BREACH OF STATUTORY
DUTY) OR OTHERWISE FOR LOSS OF PROFIT (WHETHER DIRECT OR INDIRECT) OR FOR ANY INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL
PUNITIVE, OR SPECIAL LOSS OR DAMAGE INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS REVENUE BUSINESS OR
ANTICIPATED SAVINGS (EVEN WHEN ADVISED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY).
NO ACTION OR CLAIM WHETHER IN TORT CONTRACT OR OTHERWISE MAY BE BROUGHT AGAINST PSI ARISING FROM OR
RELATED TO P S I'S WORK MORE THAN TWO YEARS AFTER THE CESSATION OF PSI'S WORK HEREUNDER REGARDLESS OF
THE DATE OF DISCOVERY OF SUCH CLAIM.
11. INDEMNITY: Subject to the above limitations, PSI agrees not to defend but to indemnify and hold Client harmless from and against any
and all claims, suits, costs and expenses including reasonable attorney's fees and court costs to the extent arising out of PSI's negligence as
finally determined by a court of law. Client shall provide the same protection to the extent of its negligence. In the event that Client or Client's
principal shall bring any suit, cause of action, claim or counterclaim against PSI, the Client and the party initiating such action shall pay to PSI
the costs and expenses incurred by PSI to investigate, answer and defend it, including reasonable attorney's and witness fees and court costs
to the extent that PSI shall prevail in such suit.
12. TERMINATION: This Agreement may be terminated by either party upon seven days' prior written notice. In the event of termination, PSI
shall be compensated by Client for all services performed up to and including the termination date, including reimbursable expenses.
13. EMPLOYEES/WITNESS FEES: PSI's employees shall not be retained as expert witnesses except by separate, written agreement. Client
agrees to pay PSI's legal expenses, administrative costs and fees pursuant to PSI's then current fee schedule for PSI to respond to any
subpoena. For a period of one year after the completion of any work performed under this agreement, Client agrees not to solicit, recruit, or
hire any PSI employee or person who has been employed by PSI within the previous twelve months. In the event Client desires to hire such
an individual, Client agrees that it shall seek the written consent of PSI and shall pay PSI an amount equal to one- half of the employee's
annualized salary, without PSI waiving other remedies it may have.
14. FIDUCIARY: PSI is not a financial advisor, does not provide financial advice or analysis of any kind, and nothing in our reports can create
a fiduciary relationship
between PSI and any other party.
15. RECORDING: Photographs orvideo recordings of the Client's own project may be taken by and used for the Client's own internal purposes.
Photographs or video recordings may not be used for marketing or publicity or distributed to a third party or otherwise published without PSI's
prior review and consent in writing. Taking photographs of other Clients' samples, test setups, or facilities, or recording in any manner any test
specimen other than the test specimen related to the Client's project is prohibited; and the Client agrees to hold in strict confidence and not
use any proprietary information disclosed either advertently or inadvertently. The Client shall defend, hold harmless, and indemnify PSI for
any breach of this clause.
16. CHOICE OF LAW AND EXCLUSIVE VENUE: All claims or disputes arising or relating to this agreement shall be governed by, construed,
and enforced in accordance with the laws of Illinois. The exclusive venue for all actions or proceedings arising in connection with this agreement
shall be either the Circuit Court in Cook County, Illinois, or the Federal Court for the Northern District of Illinois.
17. PROVISIONS SEVERABLE: The parties have entered into this agreement in good faith, and it is the specific intent of the parties that the
terms of these General Conditions be enforced as written. In the event any of the provisions of these General Conditions should be found to
be unenforceable, it shall be stricken, and the remaining provisions shall be enforceable.
18. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This agreement constitutes the entire understanding of the parties, and there are no representations, warranties
or undertakings made other than as set forth herein. This agreement may be amended, modified or terminated only in writing, signed by each
of the parties hereto.
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PROPOSAL COST BREAKDOWN
CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS TESTING SERVICES
2019 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT EST QTY. BID UNIT PRICE PRICE BID TOTAL
1. Roundtrip Charge Each 175 $35.00 $ 6,125.00
2. Field Time Hour 1,500 $37.00 $ 55,500.00
3. Equipment Rental Hour 1,500 $1.25 $ 1,875.00
4. Vehicle Rental Hour 1,500 $3.00 $ 4,500.00
5 Sieve Analysis of Each 20 $50.00 $ 1,000.00
Aggregate
6. Modified Proctor Density Each 15 $145.00 $ 2,175.00
Test (aggregate)
5. Trench Backfill Testing Each 40 $75.00 $ 3,000.00
Reports
;w 7. Engineer Consultation Hour 15 $90.00 $ 1,350.00
8• Project Manager Hour 85 $70.00 $ 5,950.00
TOTAL $ 81,475.00
f RESPONSE TIME TO SITE 0.5 Hours
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James M. Becco, PE
Vice President/Principal Engineer
Waukesha, Wisconsin
Year started with PSI: 1992
Years experience with other firms: 22
Education
• Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering; Michigan Technological University,
Houghton, MI; 1986
Certifications/Registrations/Technical Training
• Registered Professional Engineer —Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa and Minnesota
• Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources Registered PECFA Consultant
• Previously DILHR Certified Tank Assessor and Remover/Cleaner
• Environmental:
■ "Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Seminar"
■ "Environmental Site Assessments"
■ "Asbestos Building Inspectors and Supervisors Course"
■ "Phase II Environmental Site Assessments"
■ 40 -Hour - 29 CFR 1910 Training Course
■ 8 -Hour Supervisory Training - CFR 1910 Course
■ "Petroleum Hydrocarbon & Organic Chemicals in Groundwater: Prevention, Detection
and Restoration"
■ "Mold Seminar"
■ "Renewable Sources of Energy — Wind Power"
■ "Constructed Wetlands — Basic Concepts"
■ "Wetland Delineation I — The Basics"
• Geotechnical and Materials:
■ "Fundamentals of Shallow Foundation Design"
■ "Deep Foundation Exploration and Design"
■ "Retaining Wall Design- I"
■ "Retaining Wall Design- II"
■ "Ethical Decision Making for Engineers"
■ "Riprap Design"
■ "Excavation Safety and Shoring"
■ "Storm water Management —An Introduction"
■ "Advanced Storm water Treatment — Design"
■ "Slope Stability"
■ "Design of Sheet Pile Walls"
■ "Geotechnical Properties of Marine Calcareous Soils"
■ "Drilling and Sampling of Soil and Rock"
■ "Ethical Decision Making for Engineers"
Professional Experience
Mr. Becco is the Vice President of PSI's operations throughout Wisconsin, including
offices in Waukesha, Ripon, Green Bay, Menasha, and Chippewa Falls. In this role, Mr.
Becco provides overall daily management, technical oversight, and direct supervision to
the Branch and District Managers, as well as to their local environmental, geotechnical,
and construction services departments. With more than 29 years of experience in
Geotechnical Engineering and Environmental Consulting, Mr. Becco has extensive
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knowledge of subsurface conditions and the regulatory framework throughout Wisconsin.
He has been involved with numerous projects of varying complexity, including stream and
groundwater monitoring, petroleum assessments, solvent (dry cleaner) investigations,
and a multitude of geotechnical engineering studies. As a principal client contact, project
manager and senior consultant on a wide range of projects, Mr. Becco is also involved in
proposal and report preparation, project planning and administration, as well as the
coordination and supervision of field staff.
Mr. Becco joined PSI in 1986 and worked throughout Wisconsin, Florida and Michigan
where he was responsible for overall management, technical and administrative duties of
geotechnical and environmental departments, and report preparation, review and
technical consultation. He joined Midwest Engineering Services (MES) in January of
1992 as the Department Manager for Environmental Services in the Waukesha,
Wisconsin office. He was promoted to the position of Branch Manager in August of 1995,
and then to Region Manager overseeing all of MES' five Wisconsin offices in July of 2000.
Mr. Becco was responsible for the oversight and direct supervision of each of the branch
managers. Mr. Becco also acted as a senior geotechnical and environmental consultant,
and a principal engineer for each of the branches. Mr. Becco re -joined PSI in 2014 when
MES was acquired by PSI.
Representative Environmental Consulting Project Experience
• Project Manager - More than 300 Circle K and 7 -Eleven C -store and service station
upgrades across the State of Florida. Developed and performed or managed
environmental assessments, leaking underground storage tank investigations and
station upgrade projects.
• Project Manager - More than 100 Speedway and Marathon C -store and service station
upgrades across the State of Wisconsin, and into northern Illinois. Developed and
performed or managed environmental assessments, leaking underground storage
tank investigations, and underground storage tank removals.
• Project Manager - Evaluation of heavy metals (including chromium and silver), volatile
organic compounds, and sulfide/chloride contamination within soil and groundwater
at the Photo -Cut facility in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Developed and performed the
environmental assessment, including field work, data evaluation, statistical data
analysis, and preparation of regulatory closure reports.
• Project Manager - Evaluation of contaminants, and of storm water control at the Valley
Sand and Gravel quarry in New Berlin, Wisconsin. Developed and managed the
environmental assessment.
• Project Manager overseeing the performance of Phase I and Phase II Environmental
Assessments at numerous Walmart, Lowes, Menards, and Meijer Retail Stores across
the State of Wisconsin
Representative Power Transmission Project Experience
• Lead Engineer/Project Manager — Geotechnical Evaluation, 200+ Transmission Line
and Substation Projects (Electrical Consultants, Inc. and American Transmission
Company), State of Wisconsin
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• Lead Engineer/Project Manager — Geotechnical Evaluation, Border to Apple River
Substation T -Line Project (Dairyland Power Cooperative), Polk County, Wisconsin
• Lead Engineer/Project Manager — Geotechnical Evaluation, 15+ Substation Projects
(WE Energies), State of Wisconsin
• Lead Engineer/Project Manager — Geotechnical Evaluation, 15+ Substation Projects
(Xcel Energy), Northwestern Wisconsin
• Lead Engineer/Project Manager — Geotechnical Evaluation, Forward Wind Project
(Invenergy, LLC), Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin
• Lead Engineer/Project Manager— Geotechnical Evaluation, Glacier Hills Wind Project
(WE Power, LLC), Columbia County, Wisconsin
• Lead Engineer — Preliminary Geotechnical Evaluation, Lancaster Wind Project
(Navitas Energy), Stephenson County, Illinois
Summary of Qualifications
Professional Service Industries, Inc.
Patrick J. Bray
Branch Manager
Kaukauna, Wisconsin Office
Education and Special Training
Bachelor of Science; University of Wisconsin - Madison,
Civil Engineering, 2012
Professional Registration/Certification
Certified Soil Tester (CST) - Wisconsin
Continuing Education and Short Courses
Construction Materials Testing:
American Concrete Institute Field Testing Technician - Grade 1
Nuclear Density Gauge Operation Training — Engelhardt and Associates, Inc.
Experience and Background
Professional Service Industries, Inc. Kaukauna, Wisconsin, April 1, 2014 to present.
Mr. Bray was promoted to Branch Manager of the Kaukauna office in 2014. His
responsibilities include overseeing the daily operations of the geotechnical, environmental
and construction testing departments; preparation and review of reports; management of
field and laboratory personnel; coordination of daily schedules; and administrative and
marketing responsibilities.
Midwest Engineering Services, Inc. Green Bay, WI, June 2012 to March 2014: Mr.
Bray joined MES in June of 2012 upon graduation. As Project Manager in the Green Bay
office, Mr. Bray was responsible for the daily management and technical oversight of the
Construction Services Department. In addition, he also assisted in the Geotechnical
Department by preparing reports and performing drill scheduling. Prior to joining MES, Mr.
Bray gained 8 months of experience through a co-op with a consulting engineering firm
based in Madison. His responsibilities included laboratory testing, concrete testing, and
foundation subgrade evaluations.
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Summary of Qualifications
Professional Service Industries, Inc.
Andrew Larsen
Staff Geologist
Kaukauna, Wisconsin Office
Education and Special Training
Bachelor of Science; University of Wisconsin - Oshkosh,
Geology, 2014
Professional Registration/Certification
Certified Soil Tester (CST) - Wisconsin
Continuing Education and Short Courses
Construction Materials Testing:
American Concrete Institute Field Testing Technician — Grade 1
Nuclear Density Gauge Operation Training — Professional Service Industries, Inc.
Experience and Background
Professional Service Industries, Inc.
Kaukauna, Wisconsin, February 17, 2015 to present.
Mr. Larsen was hired by PSI as a Driller's Assistant and promoted to Engineering
Technician in June of 2015. His responsibilities included laboratory testing, concrete
testing and foundation subgrade evaluations. In May of 2017, Mr. Larsen was promoted to
a Staff Geologist. He is responsible for the daily management and technical oversight of
the Construction Services Department. In addition, he also assists in the Geotechnical
Department by preparing reports and performing drill scheduling.
Professional Service Industries, Inc.
Summary of Qualifications
Professional Service Industries, Inc.
Dave Holey
Technician
Kaukauna, Wisconsin Office
Education and Special Training
General Business; Palm Beach State College, 2013
Professional Registration/Certification
Continuing Education and Short Courses
Construction Materials Testing:
American Concrete Institute Field Testing Technician — Grade 1
Nuclear Density Gauge Operation Training — Professional Service Industries, Inc.
Experience and Background
Professional Service Industries, Inc.
Kaukauna, Wisconsin, September 19, 2017 to present.
Mr. Holey was hired by PSI as an Engineering Technician in September of 2017. His
responsibilities include laboratory testing, concrete testing and foundation subgrade
evaluations.
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Summary of Qualifications
Professional Service Industries, Inc.
Steve Van Rossum
Technician
Kaukauna, Wisconsin Office
Education and Special Training
Appleton East High School
-- Professional Registration/Certification
Continuing Education and Short Courses
Construction Materials Testing:
American Concrete Institute Field Testing Technician — Grade 1
Nuclear Density Gauge Operation Training — Professional Service Industries, Inc.
Experience and Background
Professional Service Industries, Inc.
Kaukauna, Wisconsin, September 6, 2017 to present.
Mr. Van Rossum was hired by PSI as an Engineering Technician in September of 2017.
His responsibilities include laboratory testing, concrete testing and foundation subgrade
evaluations.
Professional Service Industries, Inc.