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Home My WebLink AboutM-78-0589• • • MERRILL IPROpEFlT168I INC. September 20, 1978 Mr, Joseph Grassie City of Miami Manager P,O. Box 330708 Miami, Florida 33133 Re: City Commission Meeting Thursday, September 28, 1978 Dear Mr. Grassie: We have requested a slot on the agenda for the above -referenced meeting to give a status report on the Sports/Entertainment Arena to be built in downtown Miami on the river. We have been asked to confirm same with your office and to request time and supply you with the information to be contained in our report. Kindly arrange to have a half hour allocated to us for a full status report which will cover the following: Land acquisition, architectural contracts, feasibility study, construction contract, NBA basketball franchise and compatible additional projects. Thank you for your cooperation. MAB: l a cc: Kathy Strickland, Ev Clay HLNTINGTON BUILDING 168 S. E. FIRST STREET MIAMI, FLORIDA 33131 13051 3734101 Mll A. Blum MIAMI ARENA ASSOCIATES, INC. Graham C. Miller, Esquire L. Staples Pierce • EDWARD J. GF R1IT , INC. BIM 11111111111111111 s EDWARD J. GERRITS PRESIDENT 1465 NORTHWEST SECOND AVENUE r MIAMt. FLORIDA 33137 Atit t 2, 1978 Miafii Arena Associates, ItIC4 168 S.E. 1st Street Miami, Florida 33131 Gentlemen: �s>1•rtit *ARAL COYVTg.rc2OEt P 0 BOX 370039 BUENA VISTA STATION MIAMI. FLORIDA 33137 TELEPHONE 573.2465 573.7766 This"letter of intent"will confirm our understanding whereby Gerrits- Merrill Construction is to be employed as General Contractor to con- struct the Miami Entertainment Center , according to plans and specifications being prepared by Finch,Herry, Architects; Ferendino, Grafton, Spillis and Candela Architects and Carr, Smith Architects. It is understood that we will begin forthwith to consult with the Architect through all remaining stages of planning, design and cost analysis and for any other purposes necessary so that the final plans and specifications will reflect a suitable project which can and will be constructed within the budget. Our fee shall be 3 % of the cost of construction, which shall include all profit, overhead and general office expense. A final Guaranteed Maximum price for the entire project, shall be agreed upon in writing after all plans and specification are completed and before construction is commenced. It is understood that Miami Arena Associates, Inc. will have no financial responsibility to Gerrits-Merrill Construction until such time that construction is commenced. The cost of construction shall include all direct costs to us of labor and materials incorporated into the job, and other charges, such as Insurance on the job, directly attributable to the job, and shall include the salary of one (1) member of the Gerrits family who shall have supervision of the project, which salary shall not exceed $ 35,000.00 per year. Upon completion and final acceptance, the contractor will make available all cost records of this project and, after all bills and the contractors fees have been paid, any savings realized between the Guarantee Maximum price and the actual cost shall be divided equally between the owner and the contractor. MEMBER NATIONAL SOCIETY PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS EDWARD J. GERRIT'S. INC. EDWARDJ. GERRITS PRESIDENT 3465 NORTHWEST SECOND AVENUE * MIAMI. FLORIDA 33137 C3ktkEiiAi Coivi•s&atone P.0 BOX 370039 BUENA VISTA STATION MIAMI, FLORIDA 33137 TELEPHONE 573.2465 573.7765 Page 2 of 2 pages mm We attach herewith for your review a copy of the American Institute of Architects Standard Form of Agreement between the Owner and the Contractor. We specifically refer to Article 9 - Cost to be reimbursed. ME ME On work on this project the costs listed under Article 9 - are Costs mm to be Reimbursed to us subject to the terms of this letter. The costslisted under Article 10 are Cost Not to be Reimbursed and are so stated. In addition to the costs listed under Article 9, you agree to pay as a cost of the job the usual Christmas bonus paid by us to our ■ project superintendent for above average performance, to be paid at Christmas once each year. The amount of said bonus shall not exceed mm $ 5,000.00. It is acknowledged that there may be changes in the planning of the project or in the intent of the undersigned with reference thereto, and it is likeuuise acknowledged that a project satisfactory to the Owner may not be possible within the budget price. Accordingly, it is agreed that any time prior to the commencement of construction, you may cancel this agreement if the above becomes evident. It is further agreed that we will not be required to proceed until all financing and funding for same is completed satisfactory to us. Please sign and return a copy of this letter enclosed for the purpose of signifying your agreement to the terms and provisions hereof. ACCEPTED: Title & Date Sincerely, Edward J. Gerrits MEMBER NATIONAS. SOCIETY PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERS_ or- 11 NT I I I I F. F. 1 ?)" ..Ir'r•//i/pr•/.s wait/ /;itr/i1/r'Pr:5 August 1, 1978 Mr. Merrill A. Mum i'tes i dent Miami Arena Associates, Huntington Building 168 S. E. First Street Miami, Florida 33131 Dear Mel: 1 wish to advise you of developments in the following area SCE EDULE Based on our original projection, (revised copy attached) if you wish to maintain the opening date of July 1, 1981, it will be necessary to start concept design work no later than September 15, 1978. All firms involved need at least two weeks' notice in order to schedule manpower. IOW Pr.'ticht"rnc 31A4 it! II.` 71thJr B9yOtl.l) CONSULTANTS 1!e presently have in hand, or expect to receive shortly, signed agreements with our Miami associate firms (Carr Smith and Ferendino/ Grafton/Spillis/Candela). I have reviewed the inquiry from Lehr Associates of New York City, along with your comments regarding solar energy engineering, and make the following recommendations. 1 believe the addition of another firm to the ''team" is not required for the following reasons: 1. Too many "cooks in the fire". 2. Ferendino/Grafton/Spillis/Candela has done work in the solar energy field. In fact, they presently have a solar energy school under construction. In addition, Heery & Heery has extensive experience in this area and could act as back-up, if required. 3. Potential problems with location of work in three different cities. 'I'!ii: •1'11yi11 N-TI .I;I: 01' II1:1:101' .\\I) III'I:I;I' I'I`;('11 ALEX. xI)I•:R R(1' lI C'IIII.II AND I'.1`t'll.\l. FINCH IIi,i:i?\" Mr, Merri 11 A. t1urn Page 2 August 1, 1918 4. A local firm has better knowledge of local codes, and design requirements. Witting of the fee and responsibility of work will invaribly cause: a) Higher overall fee b) Disputes on responsibility. Last week, following your verbal authorization, I requested Bolt, Beranek & Newman to submit a proposal for acoustical consulting ser- vices for the project. I will forward a copy to you with our recomen- dations, for your review and/or approval. CONTRACTORS You requested us to make inquiries regarding the qualifications of Edward J. Gerrits Construction Company of Miami as a potential bidder. Our construction management firm (Heery Associates), who is doing work presently in the Miami area found that the firm is an established local firm and, although has not had previous rec- reation experience, appears to be qualified. If you have any questions contact me at your convenience. Yours truly, F I "! H-HEERY ' ) Hen r'y Teaglve er encl. Iail: • ill\] 1'1; �'I'i'1t'I Iij".1;I1;1:'I't1''' 1�1)111':1:1"i1'•l'l�('I1 ,11:1';��\�.I)Iaa lh�l�\1a IZKI1S(1111,1),A\Il 1',AS 11,A1. ■ ■ Mg elf EV& AUG 2 8 ISIS Mr, Mel Blum Merrill Properties, Ihe1 168 S. E. First Street Suite 1101 Miami, Florida 33131 Dear Mr. Blum: loge 4 R. GRASSIE City Manager As a followup to our recent conversation in which we discussed the progress you and your colleagues were making in arranging for the construction of an arena in downtown Miami, I would like to suggest that Morris Kaufmann provide the liaison between your organization and the City. The purpose of this liaison, following your suggestion, will be to maintain the City staff in a state of full knowledge of your progress, so that we will be in a position to respond to the needs of your project as it moves forward. Best of luck in your endeavor. iffy`y1 0+i + f IJ ' ?�1�' ,Ac;ER 3500 Arnentan Dri t /' liami, Florida 33133/(305)579-6040