When the Louisville District contracted A-E Design-Build projects for the Army Reserve Centers in Florida, GEAR provided Geotechnical services for the West Palm Beach and Sanford, Florida sites. GEAR completed 16 borings over a ten-acre site with one bore to 50 feet to evaluate sinkhole presence. The geotechnical study included permeability testing and sinkhole evaluation with conclusions and recommendations for storm water control.
GEAR was awarded an A-E Design-Build project for a continuous water monitoring system that would provide 30-minute updates on water quality in five high-risk buildings. The incoming water was tested for pressure, temperature, pH, solids, and residual oxidants. The recirculated hot water system was monitored for temperature and residual oxidants. GEAR conferred with the VA’s Directive 1061 on Legionella Prevention & Control and ASHRAE’s Standard 188-2015 for Prevention of Legionellosis to set the hi-lo target parameters for alarming. The alarm signals the Energy Control Center whereupon the staff performs troubleshooting and makes any necessary adjustments, fixes, or repairs.
Lee County VA Healthcare System awarded GEAR an A-E Design-Build project to furnish all labor, materials, engineering services, and supervision to design and construct a large screened-in enclosure around the existing outdoor courtyard of the canteen area on the first floor of the Lee County Healthcare facility. The courtyard patio dining enclosure included concrete foundation and sub-floors, with aluminum structural elements. Construction conformed to all Miami-Dade hurricane standards and ICRA requirements. Including exits for fire egress, lighting, emergency lighting, ceiling fans, electrical, mechanical and structural engineering.
GEAR was contracted to provide “turnkey” pre-construction services to meet an aggressive schedule for a confidential client in the Space Coast. The scope of work included a NEPA Baseline Assessment and Environmental Assessment, Wetlands Delineation, Endangered Species Survey, Tortoise Relocation, Geotechnical Studies with recommendations, Storm water Design and ERP Permitting, and Site Civil Design.
GEAR assessed Rev Group KME’s facility’s subsurface subsidence evaluation, structural integrity, and mine shaft reviews associated with two large assembly plants. Additionally, GEAR provided storage tank closure reports, contamination assessment reports, and remedial action plans.