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Whether you are an Architect/Client in search of a professional foodservice consultant designer, a fellow consultant seeking additional drafting support or a joint venture alliance, KSA has the knowledge and experience you’re looking for. We provide the ability to tailor our services to ensure our client’s receive those which are best suited for their project. |
Project Design
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Programming, Conceptual Development & Planning Conceptual Programs, Project Programming, Feasibility Studies, Site Evaluation, Concept Evaluation, Request For Proposals, Function & Flow Planning, Graphic Design, Equipment Evaluation, Equipment Development and Code Compliance. From concept to completion, KSA’s experienced consultants guide our clients through the most complex, problematic foodservice facilities. Our expertise in design covers every aspect of the Foodservice Industry including individual restaurants, multi-unit operations, educational facilities, institutional feeders, cook/chill facilities, hotels, casinos, healthcare facilities, marine vessels and more. The plans produced by our design teams are concise, complete and easy to decipher. The basis of design for every project is the function and flow that equates to an efficient operation. The equipment selection and custom fabrication are designed to provide utility, longevity, ease of operation and maintenance while assuring cost effectiveness. Complementing our design services is our ability to provide or assist with the creation of graphic designs, interior concepts and coordination. Project Design Documents
Schematic Design, Equipment Plans, Equipment Schedules, Rough-In Requirement Plans, Mechanical/Ventilation Plans, Refrigeration System Plans, Beverage System Plans, Waste Handling Systems, Critical Element Plans, Elevations & Details, Plan Review & Coordination, General Equipment Specifications, Itemized Equipment Specifications, Furnishing Specifications, Interior Design Coordination and Equipment Décor Coordination Once preliminary schematic designs have been developed into final plans and approved by the client, KSA’s unique technical expertise begins. Complete unparalleled, dimensioned plumbing and electrical requirement plans, mechanical/ventilation details plans as well as plans for refrigeration and beverage systems are developed. Written general and itemized specifications in a clearly defined format with manufacturer’s cut sheets are provided to the client and contractors for all foodservice equipment items, along with equipment elevations, isometrics and detailed plans of custom fabricated equipment fixtures to communicate the full scope of work. KSA’s dining area/room seating plans, if required, are designed to assure proper flow from the kitchen to the customer and can be planned and coordinated with interior design, décor and furnishing packages. |
Project Bid Administration
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Procurement Administration Foodservice Bid Manuals, Invitation To Bid, Project Scope, Schedule Of Events, Bidder’s Qualifications, Bid Worksheet, Bid Form and Bid Analysis
Contract Management
Contract Administration, General Conditions, Release Of Liens, Draw Request and Certificate For Payment
KSA offers various levels of project bid administration. Our services, which can be tailored to fit the unique requirements of any project, can include Foodservice Equipment Procurement Documentation and Administration.
We can develop the Invitations to Bid and Project Manuals detailing the foodservice equipment contractor’s scope and schedule. We provide, as a comprehensive package, the bidder’s instructions, bid form, bid worksheets, related documents and bidder’s qualifications in conjunction with the project team, schedules and goals. Once the bids have been reviewed, KSA can provide a Bid Analysis and assist the client in the selection of an equipment provider. KSA can then provide a contract for the successful bidder detailing the requirements and responsibilities of the project.
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Construction Administration
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Construction Administration Services Project Meetings, Submittal Review, Shop Drawings Review, Field Inspections, Utility Rough-In Inspections, Field Reports, Plan Review & Coordination, Punch Lists, As-Built Plans, Equipment Demonstrations and Addressing RFI’s
Unlike many consulting firms, KSA offers a wide range of construction administration services. KSA’s standard services include attending project meetings, submittal review, site inspections and more. KSA’s construction administration, coupled with our project documents, have enabled 95% of our Client’s to complete their projects without a foodservice related change orders.
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Management Consulting Services
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Beyond award winning design, KSA offers a full array of management services. At KSA we believe that in order to provide reliable management services one must understand operation, flow and function. KSA has combined the expertise of design consulting with that of management consulting to provide unparalleled management services to the hospitality industry. |
LEED Standard Designs
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The design services provided by KSA will meet LEED standards to maximize the use of resources and utilities. For example, as a part of the coordinated strategy we design our projects with the following criteria: |
Foodservice Design Build Bridging Services
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The proper operation, installation and maintenance of foodservice equipment help eliminate unnecessary service issues and will facilitate the professional completion of the project. By creating a sequence of work involving start-up and demonstrating the products to the end user, they will understand the capabilities, how to operate and care for the equipment. Through the joint effort of CFESA (Commercial Food Equipment Service Association) and MAFSI (Manufacturer’s Agents for the Foodservice Industry), the following forms were created for the appropriate equipment as required and described: |
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