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Chairman Scurlock pointed out that it was said with CM <br />there would be an upset price, but apparently that does not <br />include change orders. One of the prime advantages touted <br />was involving them in the design stage, and we have already <br />finished that phase. He further emphasized that we hired <br />the architect in the first place because of his great <br />expertise in jail construction. <br />Commissioner Lyons agreed the schematic design is the <br />primary function of the architect and certainly some of the <br />security design construction, but he did not feel that <br />involves the general construction of the building. He <br />believed the stage we now have arrived at is where somebody <br />with construction knowledge can assist by looking over your <br />shoulder. He brought up the possibility of having some well <br />known contractor act as Construction Manager. He noted that <br />the CM can build the jail and that way we don't get into the <br />position of being at the mercy of someone "low balling" this <br />thing. <br />The Chairman felt our agreement with the architect <br />requires that he have an on-site person to assume those <br />responsibilities. <br />Administrator Wright noted that the Treasure Coast <br />Builders Association favored CM as they felt they would have <br />a better chance getting some of the work. He did not <br />believe that there would be many local firms building this. <br />Commissioner Wodtke talked about the importance of <br />being able to document what goes on on a day to day basis, <br />and asked what amount it will cost if we do have someone. <br />It was felt it would be in the range of 20 to 7% depending <br />on the scope of services. <br />Administrator Wright explained that the CM is in <br />essence your general contractor; he bids the work with the <br />general subcontractors and brings the bids to the <br />Commission. He works as an employee for the Board. <br />67 <br />198 <br />BOOK 8 Ft 4l <br />