BCW Engineering typically performs projects in 2 phases:

PHASE 1 - Preliminary due diligence, which can include:

  1. Concept Plan Preparation

  2. Pre-application meetings with permitting authorities

  3. Records requests for previously permitted improvements.

  4. Review existing conditions and proposed improvements for compliance with land development codes, including zoning, site design, stormwater management, utilities, access management, landscaping, and fire / rescue compliance.

  5. Preliminary cost estimate preparation, including construction costs, impact fees, and permitting fees.

PHASE 1 is typically completed in 2 to 3 weeks, depending on response times from permitting authorities. It is performed on a time and materials, not-to-exceed basis, which shall not exceed $500, so that if your project is determined to not be feasible, your financial exposure is minimized.

PHASE 2 - Primary Project Delivery

Once preliminary due diligence work is completed, and you decide to proceed with primary project work, BCW Engineering would provide a time and materials - not to exceed proposal for your review and approval prior to commencing primary design, engineering and permitting. This 2 phase process helps you accurately budget your project and avoid unnecessary cost overruns.

For shorter projects (e.g. 3 months or less), no invoice will be submitted until project completion and all permits are issued. For longer projects (e.g. more than 3 months), billing will only be up to 1/2 of the not to exceed amount, invoiced on a monthly basis. The balance would only be billed upon project completion. This ensures we have a common sense of urgency to complete the project as soon as possible.