2006 Predesign Manual

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About the Manual

Section 1 – General Information about Predesigns

  • 1.1 Introduction to the Predesign Study
    • Purpose of the Predesign Study
    • Benefits of Predesign
    • When is a Predesign Study required?
    • Use of Consultants
    • Audience
    • Overview
    • Predesign Study Funding Standards
  • 1.2 Predesign Review Process
    • Timing of Submittal
    • Review and Approval Authority
    • Review Process new
  • 1.3 Other Considerations
    • Building Quality Standards
    • Energy Conservation
    • LEED Requirements new
    • Coordination on Information Technology new
    • Coordinate with the Department of Archeology and Historic Preservation new

Section 2—Contents of a Predesign Study

  • 2.1 Sections of a Predesign Study
  • 2.2 Executive Summary
  • 2.3 Project Analysis
    • Operational Needs
    • Explore Alternatives
    • Select an Alternative
    • Scope and Project Description of Preferred Alternative
    • Issues Identification
    • Prior Planning and History
    • Stakeholders
    • Project Description
    • Implementation Approach
    • Project Management
    • Schedule
  • 2.4 Program Analysis
    • Assumptions
    • Existing Facilities Inventory
    • Space Needs Assessment
    • Space Requirements
    • Future Requirements
    • Codes/Regulations
  • 2.5 Site Analysis
    • Evaluating Potential Sites
    • Minimizing Costly Mitigation Requirements
    • Acquisition Process
    • Projects without Selected Sites
    • Preferred Site(s)
  • 2.6 Project Budget Analysis
    • Relate the Budget to the Scope of Work
    • Effective Utilization of Space
    • Cost Estimating versus Cost Planning
    • Projects Outside Cost Control Ranges
    • Funding Sources
  • 2.7 Master Plan and Policy Coordination
    • Thurston County Master Plans
    • Other Significant State Requirements
  • 2.8 Facility Operations and Maintenance Requirements
    • Operating Budget Impacts
  • 2.9 Project Drawings/Diagrams
    • Site Plans
    • Building Plans
    • Building Volumes
  • 2.10 Appendix

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