April 11, 2024
Mixed-Use
VDA has extensive experience in the unique elevator systems’ required in mixed-use buildings where the distinct needs of the different user groups are a creative challenge during design phase. Our expertise has contributed to the success of the building transportation systems in numerous mixed-use projects all over the world. Some of our services include:
New Construction Services:
- Schematic Design
- Design Development
- Traffic Analysis
- Construction Documents Including Specifications / Layout Drawings / Maintenance
- Bid Review
- Shop Drawing Review
- Construction Services including: Progress Visits / Punchout / Follow Up Review
Modernization Services:
- Preliminary Evaluation to Identify Scope
- Design Development
- Construction Document Preparation Including Specifications / Maintenance / Bid Package
- Bid Review / Pre and Post Bid Interviews
- Shop Drawing Review
- Construction Services including Progress Visits / Punchout / Follow Up Review
Elevated QCE Services:
- Maintained Condition
- Mandatory Test Status
- Code Violations
- Remedial Recommendations
- Maintenance Deficiencies
- Equipment Profile
- Life Cycle Analysis
- ADA Compliance Survey
- Measurement of Actual Operating Performance vs. Recommended Standards
- Capital Planner-Short, Medium, and Long-term Recommendation
Maintenance Agreements:
- Custom Tailored Maintenance Scope
- Clearly Defined Tasks and Frequency
- Minimum Service Hours Per Month
- Callback Procedures and Conditions
- Clearly Defined Obsolesance Language
- Performance Requirements
- Reasonable Contract Length of Term
- Cancellation for Cause and Non-Performance Repercussions
Capital Planning Services:
- Solid Understanding of the Current Condition of the Equipment
- Detailed Knowledge of its Remaining Useful Life
- Holistic Understanding of all Building Systems Affected by Modernization
- Accurate Budget Pricing within your Market
- Realistic Project Durations and Lead Times
- Knowledge of what State-of-the-Art Equipment should be Pursued
Due Diligence Services:
- An Overview Summary
- Description of Equipment and Conditions
- A Maintained Condition Evaluation
- A Life Cycle Analysis Matrix
- An ADA Compliance Analysis
- A System Profile for Each Group
- Recommended Schedule for Replacement / Upgrades
- Budget Estimates
Inspection Services:
- Witness Code Required Mandated Testing, on site while being performed by the Elevator Contractor
- Perform Code Required Inspection, where Permitted by Code
- Document Inspection and Testing Results as Required by Code
- File Documentation with the Authority Having Jurisdiction
- Provide Owner / Manager with Copies of Documentation