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DEC 18 BOOK bid. There would be an advantage, of course, to having the same subs throughout the project. Administrator Wright believed we should agree jointly with the architect on the cost estimator because it will get down to the architect and us negotiating with the contractor, and he felt the Board would feel more comfortable if we both agree on an estimator. Commissioner Wodtke felt having an independent cost estimate done separately from the architectural firm would make everyone feel more comfortable. Commissioner Scurlock did not see where we are saving the time because you can't actually get the final price until the architect has completed all of his plans and drawings. Mr. Bail brought up the possibility of going on a phased basis, i.e., the foundation could be designed before the rest of the building design is completed. If you are working on a cost plus basis, you can negotiate a fee with the contractor, and he could proceed to get quotes and estimates and perhaps let the foundation contract before the plans are entirely completed. Discussion ensued about the need to expedite construction and try to get these buildings completed at the same time so we don't have to split up staffing with a temporary situation at the old jail, and Administrator Wright spoke of the coordination problems that would be involved with having two separate contractors on the same site; he felt it would be preferable to stay with the present contractor if he is reasonable. Discussion continued re the problems that would be involved re coordination, staffing, movement of laundry from one building to another, feeding inmates, etc., and it was also noted that we do not want to prolong the finish date of the first phase. Mr. Bail assured the Board that they will move as quickly as possible and stated he would like to come back in a few weeks with some recommendations. 122