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COVER LETTER Ju e 5,2015 M.Eric Volk,Water Superintendent Ci y of Elk River Municipal Utilities 1 05 Main Street El River,MN 55330 R:: Space Needs Analysis for the City of Elk River Municipal Utilities Facility D;ar Mr.Volk: A.pace needs analysis for the municipal utilities facility is a great opportunity to enhance the existing environment and to create a new and effective fa ility for the City of Elk River.We appreciate the opportunity to propose on your project.The Kodet team will provide multiple facility options, in luding detailed cost estimates.Our firm is distinguished from others by our commitment to staying within our clients'budgets through accurate a d complete cost estimates,while producing efficient and functional spaces that exceed our clients'expectations. In the following pages you will see our firm expertise and how we work with clients to meet their needs. This includes everything from site planning to the smallest interior detail. We are experienced in efficient planning and designing for phasing,so the project can adjust to increased demands as the city grows. O r collaborative approach involves the client in the entire design process--from programming to post-occupancy--and is the foundation of our p actice.A commitment to high quality design that meets project budgets and schedules comprise the firm's practice philosophy.I will lead the d sign team along with Ken Stone,AIA,as Project Architect and cost estimator. Kodet Architectural Group has the current experience,talent,record of sustainability,and project management skills to work as a team with the Ci y of Elk River. Our previous and current experience with municipalities helps us understand the demands and guidelines that this type of facility requires.We invite you to visit any of the maintenance facilities we have designed.In addition,we welcome the opportunity to review the designs c rrently being conducted. We have the most recent design ideas as well as costs for construction that reflect current market conditions. T e request for proposal provides areas you wish firms to address. We will be focused on those areas and the number of items that are routinely ao dressed as part of working with our firm. We believe in exceeding client expectations and will endeavor to do the same for Elk River,including: Reviewing and analyzing existing facilities,equipment,and operations Providing multiple design options and other supporting ideas to meet the needs of the City of Elk River Providing in-house detailed cost estimating Providing detailed alternatives and ideas on how to meet needs,budget,and schedule Providing guidance to city staff and council for alternatives e are committed to providing a united effort in developing creative,responsive,and functional solutions. We look forward to the opportunity to ork with you on the Elk River Municipal Utilities facility project. Please feel free to contact us to answer any questions you may have at 612-377- 2'37. Sincerely, KDDET ARCHITECTURAL GROUP,LTD. Edward J.Kodet,Jr.,FAIA,LEED AP BD+C 74