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HomeMy WebLinkAbout21-71 Agreement Cesare, Inc. Testing and Special Inspection Services Neighbors Point Park 05-26-2021RESOLUTION NO. 21-71 A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF FIRESTONE, COLORADO, APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE TOWN OF FIRESTONE AND CESARE, INC. FOR TESTING AND SPECIAL INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE NEIGHBORS POINT PARK PROJECT WHEREAS, the Town of Firestone ("Town") is in need of materials testing and special inspection services for the Town's Neighbors Point Park Project; and WHEREAS, Staff recommends that Cesare, Inc be selected to perform the required work as they are able to provide all of the requested services and have a proven record of successfully working for public entities. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF THE TOWN OF FIRESTONE, COLORADO: The Agreement between the Town of Firestone and Cesare, Inc., for testing and special inspection services for the Town's Neighbors Point Park Project is approved in substantially the same form as the copy attached hereto and made a part of this resolution and the Mayor is authorized to execute the Agreement on behalf of the Town. INTRODUCED, READ AND ADOPTED this day of , 2021. ATTEST: J ss' a Koenig, CMC APPROVED AS TO William RM: TOWN OF FIRESTONE, COLORADO ��RE�TOj�F fr ' TOWN o� m a SEA o :fiz. <aco 0 0 �UNTY, Sind�l'ar, Mayor SAKE, INC. Geolechnical Engineers & Conshaudion Materials Consturants May 17, 2021 Ms. Lindsey Green, P.E. Colorado Civil Group, Inc. 2204 Hoffman Drive Loveland, CO 80538 Subject: Proposed Materials Testing and Construction Observation Neighbors Point Park Firestone, Colorado Proposal Agreement No. F210408 Dear Ms. Green: Cesare, Inc. (Cesare) is pleased to submit this proposal to Colorado Civil Group, Inc. (Client) for materials testing and construction observation at Neighbors Point Park in Firestone, Colorado. Based on project plans', project specifications2, and conversations with the Client, it is Cesare's understanding that this project will require materials testing and observation of fill placement (moisture/density testing and proof rolls), reinforcing steel, concrete, and asphalt. A detailed project schedule was not available at the time of this proposal. Cesare should review this proposal once a project schedule is available to review the assumptions in this proposal. Cesare proposes the following scope of services. IC! TASK 1 -COMPACTION TESTING AND FIELD OBSERVATION Cesare personnel will obtain samples of onsite and import soil and conduct laboratory testing to determine applicable engineering properties. Cesare will observe fill placement and conduct field tests as required for moisture and density determination using test method ASTM D6938 (nuclear gauge method), and/or other tests as required by project specifications. Cesare will observe subgrade or base course surface stability prior to placement of structures or pavement. 'C' TASK 2 —REINFORCING STEEL POBSERVATION AND CONCRETE TESTING As requested, Cesare personnel will observe reinforcing steel prior to concrete placement. Cesare personnel will conduct concrete tests in accordance with specifications using applicable ASTM test standards. Sets of four cylinders will be cast for compressive strength determinations. Four inch by eight inch cylinders will be utilized unless otherwise required. One cylinder will be compression tested A 7 days and three cylinders will be tested at 28 days. If two cylinders do not meet project specifications for strengths at 28 days, the last cylinder will be held. At a minimum, one set of cylinders will be obtained for every 50 cubic yards of each type of concrete placed in any 1 day, or a minimum of one set per day of placement. ' "Public Improvement Construction Plans for the Town of Firestone Neighbors Point Park", by Colorado Civil Group, Inc., dated April 2021. z "Project Manual for the Town of Firestone Neighbors Point Park Project", by Colorado Civil Group, Inc., dated April 2021. Corporate Office: 7108 South Alton Way, Building B Centennial, CO 80112 Locations: Centennial o Frederick c) Silverthorne o Salida/Crested Butte Phone 303-220-0300 o www.cesareinc.com CESARE, INC. In accordance with ACI 301, ACI 311, and ASTM C31 criteria, facilities for making, storing, and curing concrete strength specimens will be developed and provided by the Contractor or Owner, as applicable. Cesare will conduct its services in accordance with ASTM C31, making reasonable efforts to meet initial curing requirements. Additional costs associated with this task may apply. TASK 3- ASPHALT PAVING MATERIAL (APM) TESTING Cesare personnel will conduct density tests on the in -place asphalt pavement using a nuclear density gauge (ASTM D2950). Bulk samples of the asphalt mixture will be collected during placement. Core samples will be obtained after placement, as required by specification or as otherwise directed by Client and/or Client's authorized representative. Bulk samples and core samples will be tested in the laboratory, as required by specification or as otherwise directed by Client and/or Client's authorized representative. i'Ci; TASK 4 -PROJECT MANAGEMENT AND SUMMARY REPORT Cesare will inform Client and/or the Client's authorized representative of test results during construction. A report will be issued in electronic format (pdf) that summarizes the field observations and field and laboratory testing for TASKS 1 through 3. This report will be sent to parties designated by the Client and/or Client's authorized representative. Printed copies will not be provided unless specifically requested prior to report preparation. Additional fees will apply if printed copies are requested. iC' ESTIMATED FEES Cesare estimates the fees for its scope of services as follows. All final costs are a function of time spent on each task at the assigned fee rate. This proposal is an estimate of the number of hours and/or days anticipated for each task based on information provided, plans and specifications, other jobs of similar size and scope, and includes no additional time due to non-conformance, delay, schedule changes, or changes in work methods by Client, Client's authorized representative, Contractor, Owner, or any others associated with the project. Cesare will perform tasks as scheduled by Client and/or Client's authorized representative. Estimated time for field services includes project travel, vehicle, equipment, scheduling, and daily reporting by Cesare's field representative(s). Tasks 1 through 3 Field observation and testing 229 hours @ $68/hour $15,572 11 hours @ $80/hour $880 Laboratory testing 3 Proctors with classification @ $278/Proctor $834 18 sets (of 4 cylinders) @ $60/set for concrete $1,080 Estimated Fees, Tasks 1 through 3 $18,366 Task 4 -Project Management and Summary Report Cesare scheduling, technical oversight, daily report review, administrative support, and reporting 24 hours @ $120/hour $2,880 F210408 Neighbors Point Park Proposal 05.17.21 2 CESARE, INC. 8 hours @ $55/hour $440 4 hours @ $170/hour $680 Estimated Fees, Task 4 $4,000 TOTAL ESTIMATED FEE $22,366 C:! PROJECT SCHEDULING Cesare requires a minimum 24 hours notice for all testing and construction observation. All requests for services on weekend days must be scheduled by 4:00 PM on Thursday. All scheduling must be conducted through Cesare's assigned project manager or corporate office and not through field personnel unless other arrangements are made prior to Cesare rendering services. Should additional services be required outside this scope of service, they can be provided at the hourly rates stated in Cesare's current schedule of fees. Cesare's proposal assumes a workday of 8 hours and a workweek of 40 hours. Fees exceeding 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week and hours worked on weekends will include an Overtime Premium at a rate of 1.35 times the rates indicated in Cesare's schedule of fees. Hours worked on Cesare paid holidays will be invoiced at 2 times the standard rate indicated. A Night Shift Premium will be invoiced at the Standard Rate plus $5 per hour (6 PM to 6 AM). If nonconforming items/conditions are observed, Cesare personnel may not be able to remain onsite to witness, test, or observe corrective actions. Cesare personnel will make reasonable efforts to remain onsite while corrective actions are performed. Reobserving/retesting may need to be rescheduled. Samples collected and subjected to testing, if any, will be disposed of after testing is completed. Samples not subjected to testing, if any, will be disposed of thirty (30) days after submittal of the report for which the samples were collected. TERMS OF AGREEMENT Cesare shall perform its services proposed above, subject to these terms of agreement (Agreement), in a manner consistent with that level of care and skill ordinarily exercised by members of the same profession currently practicing under similar conditions in the location of the project. No warranty or guarantee, either expressed or implied, is made or intended in our proposals, contracts, or reports. The Client recognizes that subsurface conditions may vary from those encountered at the location where borings, surveys, or explorations are made by Cesare and that site and material conditions may vary. The data, tests, observations, interpretations, and recommendations made by Cesare are, therefore, based solely on the information available and obtained by Cesare. Cesare will be responsible for those data, interpretations, and recommendations as indicated above, but shall not be responsible for the interpretations by others of the information developed. Cesare is not responsible for knowledge of previous studies on the subject property unless they are made available to Cesare and their review made part of this Agreement. In performing services under this Agreement, Cesare shall be entitled to rely upon the accuracy and completeness of reports, plans, specifications, and recommendations prepared by other consultants retained by the Client and Cesare shall not be held liable for any actions, allegations, claims, or F210408 Neighbors Point Park Proposal 05.17.21 3 CESARE, INC. damages resulting from errors or omissions as a result of such reliance. In the event the client presents a claim against Cesare at law or otherwise, for any alleged error, omission or other act arising out of the performance of our professional services; and the client fails to prove such claim upon final adjudication, then the client shall pay all costs incurred by Cesare in defending itself against the claim, including but not limited to personnel -related costs, attorney's fees, court costs and other claim -related expenses. INVOICES Invoices will be submitted monthly and on completion of services and are payable on receipt unless other arrangements have been made. Cesare reserves the right to apply an interest charge of 1.5% per month to unpaid balances commencing thirty (30) days from the date of invoice and/or to cease service on any continuing project where invoices are more than sixty (60) days past due Attorney's fees and other costs incurred in collecting delinquent amounts shall be paid by the Client. PROPOSALS Written technical proposals and engineering/consulting fee estimates are provided on request. Technical proposals and fee estimates are valid for sixty (60) days from the date of the proposal after which it is subject to review by Cesare. A revised proposal and fee estimate may be submitted. RIGHT -OF -ENTRY Client will provide for right -of -entry of Cesare and all necessary equipment to complete the proposed services. While Cesare will take reasonable precautions to minimize damage to the project property, it is understood by Client that in the normal course of work, some damage may occur, and unless otherwise stated in Cesare's scope, the correction of which is not part of this Agreement. UTILITIES Client and Clients contractors shall be responsible for designating the location of all onsite utilities and subterranean structures, especially as required by law. Client agrees to indemnity and hold Cesare harmless for damage to any utilities or subterranean structures (irrigation lines, telephone wires, pipes, tanks, etc.) whose locations are not marked, or are not clearly marked, or are not marked accurately in the field prior to Cesare's arrival onsite. JOBSITE SAFETY Neither the professional activities of Cesare, nor the presence of Cesare or its employees, and/or subconsultants at the project site, shall relieve the Owner or Owner's representatives of its obligations, duties, and responsibilities with any health and/or safety precautions required by any regulatory agencies. Cesare and its personnel have no authority to exercise any control over any other contractor, consultant, or their employees in connection with their work or any health and/or safety programs or procedures. The Client agrees that other contractors or consultants shall be solely responsible for jobsite safety, and warrants that this intent shall be carried out in the Client's contract with other contractors or consultants. F210408 Neighbors Point Park Proposal 05.17.21 4 CESARE, INC. OWNERSHIP OF DOCUMENTS Unless otherwise agreed in writing, all documents and information prepared by Cesare in connection with the performance of its services, including, but not limited to, Cesare's reports, boring logs, maps, field data, field notes, drawings and specifications, laboratory test data, and other similar documents (collectively "Documents' are and shall remain the property of Cesare. Cesare has the right, in its sole discretion, to dispose of or retain the Documents. The Documents may be used by Client only in connection with completion of the subject project. Upon receipt of payment in full, Cesare grants to Client anon -exclusive license to use the Documents in constructing, maintaining, or renovating the subject project. Client agrees not to alter the Documents, use the Documents for any other project, or distribute the Documents to any third party. To the maximum extent permitted by law, Client shall defend, indemnify, and hold Cesare harmless against all claims arising out of the unauthorized alteration, distribution, or reuse of Cesare's Documents. Client shall not assign and/or transfer, directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, the Documents to any third party without Cesare's prior review and written consent. INDEMNIFICATION The Client expressly agrees to indemnify and save harmless Cesare, its officers, agents, employees, successors, and assigns against any suits, claims, demands, or actions, which are brought against Cesare, its officers, agents, employees, successors, and assigns for or as the result of any injuries or damages received or sustained by any person, firm, or corporations or persons, firms, or corporations, resulting from the Client's negligent acts, errors, or omissions and those of their contractors, subcontractors, consultants, or anyone for whom the Client is legally liable, and arising from the project that is subject to this Agreement. Cesare is not obligated to indemnify the Client in any manner from the Client's own negligence. Cesare's services in connection with this Agreement shall in noway subject the Consultant's individual employees, officers, or directors to any personal legal exposure for any services associated with this project. MEDIATION In an effort to resolve any conflicts that arise from the services of this Agreement, the Client and Cesare agree that all disputes between them arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall first be submitted to non -binding mediation, unless the parties otherwise mutually agree in writing. INSURANCE Cesare has coverage under public liability, property damage, and professional liability insurance policies as Cesare deems to be adequate. Certificates for such policies of insurance shall be provided to Client upon written request. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY To the maximum extent permitted by law, the Client agrees to limit Cesare's total aggregate liability to Client and others for all injuries, claims, losses, damages, and expenses (including costs, expenses, attorney fees, and interest) arising out of Cesare's services to the sum of $50,000 or Cesare's fee for F210408 Neighbors Point Park Proposal 05.17.21 5 CESARE, INC. services rendered pursuant to this Agreement, whichever is less. This limitation shall apply, regardless of the nature of the claim made or the cause of action or legal theory pled or asserted. Further, in the event of a claim, Client agrees that as its sole and exclusive remedy, any claim, demand, or suit shall be brought against Cesare as a corporation only, and not against any of Cesare's individual employees, engineers, agents, officers, directors, or shareholders. ACCRUAL OF CLAIMS The parties agree that any claim or cause of action between them, including, but not limited to claims for contribution and indemnity, shall be deemed to have accrued, and the applicable statute of limitations and repose shall commence to run no later than the date of substantial completion of Cesare's services under this Agreement. Substantial completion shall be deemed to occur no later than the date Cesare signs a lien release for payment, or if no lien release is required, when Cesare issues its final invoice for services that Cesare has completed under this Agreement. WAIVER OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES Client and Cesare waive claims against each other for consequential, incidental, indirect, special, exemplary, or punitive damages arising out of Cesare's services. This mutual waiver includes, but is not limited to, claims for loss of use, product, rent, income, profit, financing, business, and reputation; for delay damages of any kind; for lost management and labor productivity; for lost opportunity to complete other projects; and for increased construction and financing costs. This waiver extends, without limitation, to all consequential damages due to either party's termination under this Agreement. 1 _:u_.►_ _�►J Either party may terminate this Agreement for convenience and without cause upon giving the other party not less than seven (7) calendar days' written notice. In the event of such termination, the Client shall, within fifteen (15) calendar days, pay Cesare for all services rendered and all reimbursable costs incurred by Cesare up to the date of termination, in accordance with the payment provisions of this Agreement. Either party may terminate this Agreement for cause upon giving the other party not less than seven (7) calendar days' written notice for any of the following reasons: • Substantial failure by the other party to perform in accordance with the terms of this Agreement, including Client's failure to pay Cesare's invoices; • Assignment of this Agreement or transfer of the project by either party to any other entity without the prior written consent of the other party; • Suspension of the project or Cesare's services by the Client for more than ninety (90) calendar days, consecutive, or in the aggregate; • Material changes in the conditions under which this Agreement was entered into, the scope of services or the nature of the project, and the failure of the parties to reach agreement on the compensation and schedule adjustments necessitated by such changes. In the event of termination that is not the fault of Cesare, the Client shall pay Cesare, in addition to F210408 Neighbors Point Park Proposal 05.17.21 6 CESARE, INC. payment for services rendered and reimbursable costs incurred, for all expenses reasonably incurred by Cesare in connection with the orderly termination of this Agreement, including but not limited to demobilization, reassignment of personnel, associated overhead costs, and all other expenses directly resulting from the termination. ASSIGNMENT AND TRANSFER Neither party may assign and/or transfer, directly or indirectly, all or part of its rights or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the other party. THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES Nothing contained in this Agreement shall create a contractual relationship with or a cause of action in favor of a third party against either the Client or Cesare. Cesare's professional services under this Agreement are being performed solely for the Client's benefit, and no other entity shall have any claim against Cesare because of this Agreement or the performance or nonperformance of services hereunder. NON -SOLICITATION OF EMPLOYEES Parties to this Agreement shall not either directly or indirectly solicit or hire the other party's employees during the term of this Agreement. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS The term ��hazardous materials" means any toxic substances, chemicals, radioactivity, pollutants, or other materials, in whatever form or state, known or suspected to impair the environment or human health in any way whatsoever, including but not limited to those substances defined, designated, or listed in any federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance concerning hazardous wastes, toxic substances, or pollution. Client agrees to notify Cesare about any known or suspected environmental conditions or hazardous materials that could impact the proposed scope of services. Cesare agrees to notify the Client if Cesare encounters any known or suspected hazardous materials. Should any known or suspected hazardous materials be discovered in the course of the performance of the services under this Agreement, such discovery shall constitute a changed condition. Cesare's scope of services and fee schedule will require amendment prior to proceeding or the Agreement may be terminated. Should the discovery of any known or suspected hazardous material require Cesare to take immediate measures to protect health and safety, Client agrees to compensate Cesare for all costs incidental to taking such measures and for any equipment or replacement required. Client agrees to make any disclosure required by law to appropriate governmental agencies. Furthermore, Client agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold Cesare harmless from any and all liability arising from discovery by anyone of any known or suspected hazardous materials. SEVERABILITY Any provision of this Agreement later held to be unenforceable, void, or voidable, in litigation proceedings, shall be stricken and all remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. F210408 Neighbors Point Park Proposal 05.17.21 7 CESARE, INC. APPLICABLE LAW The law of the State of Colorado shall govern the validity of this Agreement, including its interpretation and performance. ENTIRE AGREEMENT This document shall be the entire Agreement and shall supersede any other Agreement between Client and Cesare relating to the subject matter thereof. In case of a conflict or inconsistency between this Agreement and any other contract documents, this Agreement shall control. Notwithstanding any other provision in this Agreement, in the event Cesare begins performance of the activities addressed by this Agreement, this Agreement shall be deemed to be in effect and enforceable, regardless of whether either party has signed this Agreement. Please sign and return this Proposal Agreement to this office. By affixing your signature to this Proposal Agreement, you attest that you have lawful authority to represent and act on behalf of the Client entity. Thank you for considering Cesare for these services. Sincerely, CESARE, INC. �U K. Craig aug n, P.E. Senior Principal, Director of Business Development YES/ksm Agreed to this 2.UIM day of rns , 20ak Signa PrintE Title Representing Legal property description Invoicing email address F210408 Neighbors Point Park Proposal 05.17.21 8 CREME■I, f� SARI INC. Geolecknicol b'ngineers & Couslrucliorc tJolerinIs Consullants SCHEDULE OF FEES Senior Principal................................................................................. $190/hour Principal........................................................................................... $170/hour Senior Consultant.............................................................................. $155/hour Senior Project Engineer or Senior Project Geologist ............................. $135/hour Senior Project Manager, . I a a I I a a I a a a a I I a a I I a 1 2 a a A a 0 a a 2 1 1 A a 2 a 0 0 a a 0 0 1 X $135/hour Project Engineer or Project Geologist .................................................. $120/hour Project Manager................................................................................ $120/hour Staff Engineer or Staff Geologist........................................................ $105/hour Special Inspector................................................................................. $85/hour Field Engineer.................................................................................... $80/hour Master Technician...............1.................9........12......10............0000000000..a..$80/hour Engineering Technician........................................................................$68/hour Technical Support............................................................................... (t55/hour Computerized Drafting.........................................................................$80/hour Drone Services.................................................................. Quoted upon request MIT-SCAN2 (Dowel and Tie Bar) Scanning ......................... Quoted upon request Foundation Construction Observations (Excavation/Open Hole, Footing, Reinforcing Steel, Perimeter Drain, Void, Dampproofing, Waterproofing) .................. Quoted upon request Concrete Maturity Data Loggers...........................................................$70/each CoringOperations...............................................................................$95/hour Expenses and Outside Services.....................................................At cost +13% Mileage...........................................................................At current Federal rate Equipment Rental.............................................................. Quoted upon request Overtime Premium ....................................................................... 1.35 x rate Cesare Holiday Rate (3)....................................................................... 2.0 x rate Night Shift Premium (6 PM to 6 AM) ........................................... Rate + $5/hour �l� Payment is due within thirty (30) days of our invoice date. Cesare reserves the right to apply an interest charge of 1.5% per month to unpaid balances commencing thirty (30) days from the date of invoice and/or to cease service on any project where invoices are more than sixty (60) days past due and/or to not issue final documents for projects where invoices are more than sixty (60) days past due. �z> Overtime Premium applies to hours exceeding 8 hours per day or 40 hours per week charged to a single project, and any hours worked on weekends. �3)Cesare holidays are New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day. The above fees are for 2020. Yearly fee increases are typically 3% to 5%; usually determined at year end. 2020 Cesare, Inc. Schedule of Fees 01.21.20 Effective January 1, 2020 Corporate Office: 7108 South Alton Way, Building B � Centennial, CO 80112 Locations: Centennial o Frederick Silverthorne o Salida/Crested Butte Phone 303=220-0300 o www.cesareinc.com SARE INC. Geotechnicrrl E�rgiueers & Consh•rrrlion Mnlerin/s Consrdtnrrts GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING GEOLOGY AND ENGINEERING AND DESIGN GEOLOGIC HAZARDS • Drop structures and bank erosion Aggregate resources evaluation • Earth and rock fill Detailed geologic mapping • Earth/rock fill dams and hydraulic Excavation studies structures Geologic hazards assessments W Excavation evaluation and shoring Geophysical assessments • Groundwater and seepage analysis Rock joint studies and kinematic analysis V Pavement system design and Rockfall evaluation rehabilitation Slope stability analysis • Pipelines Soil solubili studies • Shallow and deep foundations ACCREDITED LABORATORY FACILITIES • Soil and rock slope engineering • Soil corrosivity studies Aggregate tests • Soil stabilization and modifications Concrete tests • Subexcavations Masonry tests WSubsurface drainage design Mixture designs (concrete, asphalt, soil, and base) • Soil stabilization tests SUBSURFACE EVALUATIONS Soil tests W Becker and ODEX drilling MISCELLANEOUS • Exploratory pit and excavation logging Coring operations (asphalt paving material and • Geophysical assessments concrete) • Packer testing (hydraulic conductivity) Drone applications O Piezometer and inclinometer installation Equipment rental and monitoring Lightweight deflectometer V Pressuremeter/in situ testing S ecial sam le re aration rocess or rocedure • Rock coring • • Rotary drilling and auger boring FORENSIC EVALUATIONS CONSTRUCTION OBSERVATION AND MATERIALS TESTING Centennial, Colorado • Compaction test sections 7108 S Alton Way, Bldg B • Concrete floor moisture barrier and Centennial, CO 80112 relative humidity (RH) • Fill, subgrade, and bases testing Frederick, Colorado Floor flatness and levelness 3772 Eureka Way, unit A National Read Mix Concrete Association Frederick, CO 80516 ' y (NRMCA) concrete plant inspections Silverthorne, Colorado . Piers and piling 365 Warren Avenue, . Precast and post -tensioned concrete suite #zo1 Production and field testin of as halt Silverthorne, CO 80497 • g p paving material (APM) Salida/Crested Butte . Production and field testing of concrete Colorado material 116 Halley's Avenue Quality assurance/quality control Poncha Springs, CO � • Reinforcing steel and concrete embeds Mailing: • Rock bolts, soil nails, and ground anchors PO Box 1348 . Stabilized soil Poncha Springs, co Biza2 � Structural masonry and masonry elements Phone 303-220-0300 � 0 Fax 303-220-0442 � www.cesareinc.com � • Arbitration, deposition, and trial testimony • Claim evaluations • Data analysis and summary reports • Expert witness and consultation • Site condition review and photograph documentation VALUE ADDED BY VALUE ENGINEERING 'C Design of asphalt and concrete mixtures using recycled constituents. !c Designing or modifying pavement sections to reduce cost, while still meeting the structural loading demands. c Our relationships with material producers and intimate knowledge of the material they provide gives Cesare the ability to recommend products that may potentially reduce costs through direct savings on material or reduction in construction time and effort. c. Recommendation of construction methods to improve efficiency and effectiveness for compaction of different types of soil and asphalt. c Substituting imported material with native material modified to meet the required specifications or intent of design.