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PROJECT APPROACH BKV G R O U P use, aesthetics, functionality, acoustics, sustainability, etc. will be clearly communicated to allow the project team to make data -driven decisions. The objective is for the client to understand every aspect of the plans, from size of the front door to color of tile, so that the project meets client expectations. COMPREHENSIVE QUALITY CONTROL REVIEW At BKV Group, we have integrated all disciplines for architecture, engineering and interior design - all are networked together on one computer system. Any modifications or changes made by one discipline are automatically communicated to the other disciplines by the system. This optimizes our internal communication and results in well -coordinated, complete sets of bidding documents. In addition, BKV Group uses a thorough inter -disciplinary checklist that identifies the deliverables in each design phase along with any agency submittals required. It lists items to be coordinated between disciplines, poses questions from owners, and structures our internal process. Technical reviews are conducted at the end of each phase by senior staff members unaffiliated with the project. They leverage their long experience to examine the clarity, completeness and technical quality, "construct -ability," and "bid -ability" of the documents. Peer reviews are conducted within each discipline as a final coordination step. Review comments are integrated back into the BIM model through our software packages to seamlessly communicate to the entire design team. As a strict BKV Group policy, no construction documents are issued for bid until they have been scrutinized by our technical review process. Our success record speaks for itself; our historical record shows that we have held design -team change orders to less than 1 % of construction cost. Approach to Design Process RESEARCH INTO YOUR ORGANIZATION BKV Group's approach to police and fire station design, at its core, is defined by research. We understand that one size does not fit all, facilities need to be designed specifically to each client's operations and site specifics. To provide a station design tailored for each particular location, we will research your organization in depth to understand your policies, procedures, and goals. We will tour the current station and potential sites to become familiar with the opportunities and challenges. Part of our approach is to tour newer police and fire stations in the area with the client team. This involvement and collaboration helps to see and identify aspects of projects that would or would not be desired in your projects. We take pictures and notes during the tours and debrief with the team to review that various aspects identified in the tours. Staff communication and involvement is another consideration during the process. Finding and retaining staff continues to be a challenge in most communities, we have found that this involving and communicating with all of the police and fire staff in the process has value. There are a variety of ways we can engage and involve your staff, some are; tour debrief meetings, electronic surveys to solicit input on the features, elements and amenities that are deemed necessary or desirable, as well as group meetings. ENRICHING LIVES AND STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES 1 49