AECOM RFP Response

From: Gawlik, Stephen F (ESD)
Sent time: 06/08/2021 01:36:49 PM

To: Gawlik, Stephen F (ESD)
Subject: CONFIDENTAL - ESD Solicitation - Stadium Feasibility
Attachments: Request for Services - ESD - June 8_2021.pdf
Empire State Development is looking to retain a consultant to provide feasibility, financial economic analysis, infrastructure
advisory and related services with respect to construction of a new football stadium in Western New York in accordance with
the attached solicitation.
If you are interested in being considered, please respond to this email to confirm receipt and submit your proposal in
accordance with the requirements in the attached.
Any questions, feel free to contact me directly.
Stephen Gawlik
Senior Counsel
Empire State Development
95 Perry Street, 5th Floor, Buffalo, New York 14203
716‐846‐8257 | stephen.gawlik@esd.ny.gov
www.esd.ny.gov
Request for Services - ESD - June 8_2021.pdf
June 8, 2021
Re: Scope of Work for Stadium Feasibility, Financial Economic Analysis and Infrastructure Advisory
Services
Dear Firm,
Empire State Development (“ESD”) is seeking proposals from firms or teams of firms (“Respondents”)
who have been pre-qualified pursuant to ESD’s Request for Proposals for Prequalified Real Estate
Development and Planning Related Consultants issued in 2017 to provide advisory services in
connection with the proposed rehabilitation and/or construction of a new stadium in Western New York
to house the Buffalo Bills National Football League Team.
The Respondent(s) selected for award (“Selected Respondent”) based on the Solicitation (“Solicitation”)
will be contracted with to provide feasibility, financial economic analysis, infrastructure advisory and
related services with respect to construction of a new stadium in Western New York.
Services under the Solicitation are anticipated to be provided beginning in June 2021 and ending in
December of 2022. As described more fully in the Solicitation, the services for this engagement are
anticipated to reside within and around Buffalo, New York.
Assuming your firm wishes to respond to this Solicitation, please notify Stephen Gawlik at
Stephen.Gawlik@esd.ny.gov, the designated contact for this Solicitation, as soon as possible to ensure
you receive all correspondence associated with the Solicitation. All proposals (“Proposals”) must be
submitted to the same address no later than 4:00 PM on Friday, June 18, 2021.
Questions regarding this Solicitation should be e-mailed to the designated contact for this Solicitation as
soon as possible. Responses to timely and appropriate questions will be e-mailed simultaneously to all
Respondents on an ongoing basis as time permits.
As always, thank you for your interest in this project and for working with Empire State Development.
Sincerely,
ESD
Encl: Solicitation
I. Project Description:
In May of 2013, Empire State Development (“ESD”) through its subsidiary, the Erie County
Stadium Corporation (“ECSC”), the County of Erie (“County”) and the Buffalo Bills, Inc. (the
“Bills”) entered a ten-year lease of the current Highmark Stadium. Highmark Stadium is home
to the Buffalo Bills NFL team and located in Orchard Park, a suburb of Buffalo. The stadium is
owned by the County, leased to the ECSC and subleased to the Bills through July of 2023. As
the lease is entering year 8, ESD is seeking assistance from qualified Firms to assist the State in
analyzing sites in Western New York, the proposed cost/benefits of such sites for a future
stadium construction/rehabilitation project, provide guidance on NFL stadium requirements,
economic impact analysis and financial capacity/structure.
II. Scope of Work
The services provided by the Selected Respondent will be based on direction given by ESD
which will include assisting ESD with the following tasks:
 Conducting feasibility analysis of proposed sites in Buffalo and surrounding areas for the
construction of a new stadium to house the Bills when the current lease expires.
 Analyze infrastructure requirements for proposed sites.
 Analyze potential program options for stadium project (i.e. size, programmatic
capabilities, premium amenities, standard of finishes, concepts to minimize future
public investment, impact of potential design on maintenance.)
 Analyze potential program options for ancillary development to stadium (i.e. hotel,
other ancillary development, etc.)
 Conduct economic impact analysis for proposed stadium location options.
 Verify data and assumptions of proposed development options.
 Provide guidance on potential financial tools/capacity.
The project that will be assigned to the Selected Respondent is located in Buffalo/Western New
York, NY. The Selected Respondent may be assigned to additional related tasks at ESD’s
discretion.
III. Required Proposal Contents
Firms solicited for this request have already been pre-approved generally for the services
requested pursuant to ESD’s Request for Proposals for Prequalified Real Estate Development
and Planning Related Consultants issued in 2017 (“Pre-qualified RFP” ) that your Firm
responded to. As such, responses should be brief and focus on the specific tasks referenced
above and their application to stadium construction or similar projects. In submitting a
Proposal for this Solicitation, please submit a letter and number your responses exactly as the
questions are presented herein, submitting the following information:
1. Executive Summary, Experience, and Key Personnel

a. Contact information for the team leader on this engagement including the
name, address, phone and fax numbers, and email address.
b. Staffing proposal, including:
i. Identification of individuals who will be assigned to the project, plus
names and titles of all team members and the office location of each
team member;
ii. Professional licensing information (as applicable); and
iii. Resumes, if not already provided, in response to the Pre-Qualified
RFP.
2. Fees and Costs
a. The fee proposal shall be provided as an hourly rate for costs associated with
the individuals expected to provide services identified above and should be
comparable to the rates submitted for those titles or similar titles proposed
as part of the Pre-Qualified RFP, and an estimate of reimbursable expenses
associated with each.
b. Fee proposal must include an expected total cost assuming a project close-
out on December 31, 2022.
3. Required OCSD Procurement Forms OCSD-1, OCSD-2 and OCSD-4 (noted below)
a. Provide a detailed plan identifying any and all subcontracting opportunities
associated with this project, and explain how Minority and Women-owned
Business Enterprise (MWBE) and Service-Disabled Veteran-owned Business
(SDVOB) businesses would be utilized to meet the goals identified below.
4. Other Procurement Forms and Contractual Requirements (noted below) do not need
to be provided with your response to the Solicitation but will need to be
update/provided prior to engagement of the Selected Respondent.
IV. Selection Criteria
The selection of the Selected Respondent will be based on a determination of “best value” by
an evaluation of the following factors of each Proposal:
1. Anticipated cost of services (30%)

2. Qualifications and related experience with a focus on the experience of the
team members in stadium or similar projects. (60%)
3. Diversity Practices - ESD’s Office of Contractor and Supplier Diversity will score
each application for Diversity Practices. Up to 10 percent will be awarded based
upon the contents of the Diversity Practices Questionnaire, submitted by each
Respondent The Diversity Practices Questionnaire can be found here:
http://esd.ny.gov/CorporateInformation/Data/RFPs/OCSDDiversityPracticesQues
tionnaire.pdf (10%)
V. Insurance Requirements
“The selected consultant must show evidence of the following insurance requirements (at a
minimum and to the extent applicable):
 Commercial General Liability insurance - $1 million per occurrence and $2 million

aggregate;
 Auto Liability insurance - $1 million per occurrence and $1 million aggregate;
 Excess Liability - $5 million
 Evidence of Worker’s Compensation & Employer’s Liability insurance at State statutory
limits;
 Evidence of Disability insurance coverage at State statutory limits;
 Employer’s Liability of $500,000 minimum; and
 Professional Liability Insurance of $1 million minimum (preferably $5 million)
 The NYS Urban Development Corporation d/b/a Empire State Development, the Erie
County Stadium Corporation and the State of New York must be named as additional
insureds on a primary and non-contributory basis on all of the following policies:
Commercial General Liability, Auto Liability & Excess Liability.
All policies listed above should include a waiver of subrogation in favor of the additional
insureds.
VI. Non-Discrimination and Contractor & Supplier Diversity Requirements
CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES FOR PARTICIPATION BY NEW YORK STATE-

CERTIFIED MINORITY AND WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES AND EQUAL
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINORITY GROUP MEMBERS AND WOMEN
Pursuant to New York State Executive Law Article 15-A and Parts 140-145 of Title 5 of the New
York Codes, Rules and Regulations ESD is required to promote opportunities for the maximum
feasible participation of New York State-certified Minority and Women-owned Business
Enterprises (“MWBEs”) and the employment of minority group members and women in the
performance of ESD contracts.
Business Participation Opportunities for MWBEs

For purposes of this solicitation, ESD hereby establishes an overall goal of 30% for MWBE
participation : 15% for New York State-certified Minority-owned Business Enterprise (“MBE”)
participation and 15% for New York State-certified Women-owned Business Enterprise (“WBE”)
participation (based on the current availability of MBEs and WBEs). A contractor (“Contractor”)
on any contract resulting from this procurement (“Contract”) must document its good faith
efforts to provide meaningful participation by MWBEs as subcontractors and suppliers in the
performance of the Contract. To that end, by submitting a response to this RFP, the
respondent agrees that ESD may withhold payment pursuant to any Contract awarded as a
result of this RFP pending receipt of the required MWBE documentation. The directory of
MWBEs can be viewed at: https://ny.newnycontracts.com. For guidance on how ESD will
evaluate a Contractor’s “good faith efforts,” refer to 5 NYCRR § 142.8.
The respondent understands that only sums paid to MWBEs for the performance of a
commercially useful function, as that term is defined in 5 NYCRR § 140.1, may be applied
towards the achievement of the applicable MWBE participation goal. The portion of a contract
with an MWBE serving as a broker that shall be deemed to represent the commercially useful
function performed by the MWBE shall be 25 percent of the total value of the contract.
In accordance with 5 NYCRR § 142.13, the respondent further acknowledges that if it is found to
have willfully and intentionally failed to comply with the MWBE participation goals set forth in a
Contract resulting from this RFP, such finding constitutes a breach of contract and ESD may
withhold payment as liquidated damages.
Such liquidated damages shall be calculated as an amount equaling the difference between: (1)
all sums identified for payment to MWBEs had the Contractor achieved the contractual MWBE
goals; and (2) all sums actually paid to MWBEs for work performed or materials supplied under
the Contract.
By submitting a bid or proposal, a respondent agrees to demonstrate its good faith efforts to
achieve the applicable MWBE participation goals by submitting evidence thereof through the
New York State Contract System (“NYSCS”), which can be viewed at
https://ny.newnycontracts.com, provided, however, that a respondent may arrange to provide
such evidence via a non-electronic method by contacting the Office of Contractor and Supplier
Diversity (“OCSD”) at OCSD@esd.ny.gov.
Additionally, a respondent will be required to submit the following documents and information
as evidence of compliance with the foregoing:
A. An MWBE Utilization Plan with their bid or proposal. Any modifications or changes to an
accepted MWBE Utilization Plan after the Contract award and during the term of the Contract
must be reported on a revised MWBE Utilization Plan and submitted to ESD for review and
approval. ESD will review the submitted MWBE Utilization Plan and advise the respondent of
ESD acceptance or issue a notice of deficiency within 30 days of receipt.
B. If a notice of deficiency is issued, the respondent will be required to respond to the notice of
deficiency within seven (7) business days of receipt by submitting to OCSD at
OCSD@esd.ny.gov, a written remedy in response to the notice of deficiency. If the written
remedy that is submitted is not timely or is found by ESD to be inadequate, ESD shall notify the
respondent and direct the respondent to submit, within five (5) business days, a request for a
partial or total waiver of MWBE participation goals. Failure to file the waiver form in a timely
manner may be grounds for disqualification of the bid or proposal.
ESD may disqualify a respondent as being non-responsive under the following circumstances:
a) If a respondent fails to submit an MWBE Utilization Plan;

b) If a respondent fails to submit a written remedy to a notice of deficiency;
c) If a respondent fails to submit a request for waiver; or
d) If ESD determines that the respondent has failed to document good faith efforts.
The successful respondent will be required to attempt to utilize, in good faith, any MBE or WBE
identified within its MWBE Utilization Plan, during the performance of the Contract. Requests
for a partial or total waiver of established goal requirements made subsequent to Contract
Award may be made at any time during the term of the Contract to ESD, but must be made no
later than prior to the submission of a request for final payment on the Contract.
The successful respondent will be required to submit a quarterly MWBE Contractor Compliance
& Payment Report to ESD, by the 10th day following each end of quarter over the term of the
Contract documenting the progress made toward achievement of the MWBE goals of the
Contract.
Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements

By submission of a bid or proposal in response to this solicitation, the respondent agrees with
all of the terms and conditions in SCHEDULE B - PARTICIPATION BY MINORITY AND WOMEN-
OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES: REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES. The respondent is
required to ensure that it and any subcontractors awarded a subcontract for the construction,
demolition, replacement, major repair, renovation, planning or design of real property and
improvements thereon (the “Work”), except where the Work is for the beneficial use of the
respondent, undertake or continue programs to ensure that minority group members and
women are afforded equal employment opportunities without discrimination because of race,
creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status. For these purposes, equal
opportunity shall apply in the areas of recruitment, employment, job assignment, promotion,
upgrading, demotion, transfer, layoff, termination, and rates of pay or other forms of
compensation. This requirement does not apply to: (i) work, goods, or services unrelated to the
Contract; or (ii) employment outside New York State.
The respondent will be required to submit a Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise
and Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement, OCSD-1, to ESD with its bid or proposal.
If awarded a Contract, respondent shall submit a Workforce Utilization Report and shall require
each of its Subcontractors to submit a Workforce Utilization Report, in such format as shall be
required by ESD on a quarterly basis during the term of the Contract.
Pursuant to Executive Order #162, contractors and subcontractors will also be required to
report the gross wages paid to each of their employees for the work performed by such
employees on the contract utilizing the Workforce Utilization Report on a quarterly basis.
Further, pursuant to Article 15 of the Executive Law (the “Human Rights Law”), all other State
and Federal statutory and constitutional non-discrimination provisions, the Contractor and sub-
contractors will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of
race, creed (religion), color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, age,
disability, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or domestic violence victim status,
and shall also follow the requirements of the Human Rights Law with regard to non-
discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.
Please Note: Failure to comply with the foregoing requirements may result in a finding of
non-responsiveness, non-responsibility and/or a breach of the Contract, leading to the
withholding of funds, suspension or termination of the Contract or such other actions or
enforcement proceedings as allowed by the Contract.
The required forms can be found at the following web addresses:

Form OCSD-1:
http://esd.ny.gov/CorporateInformation/Data/RFPs/OCSD_1MWBEEEOPolicyStatement.pdfhtt
ps://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/OCSD-1-Policy-Statement.pdf
Form OCSD-2:
http://esd.ny.gov/CorporateInformation/Data/RFPs/OCSD_2StaffingPlan.pdfhttps://esd.ny.gov
/sites/default/files/OCSD-2-Staffing-Plan.pdf
Form OCSD-3: https://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/OCSD-3-Workforce-Utilization-Report.xlsx
Form OCSD-4:
http://esd.ny.gov/CorporateInformation/Data/RFPs/OCSD_4MWBEUtilizationPlan.pdfhttps://e
sd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/OCSD-4%20Utilization%20Plan.pdf
Form OCSD-5: https://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/OCSD-5-Waiver-Request-Form.pdf
Form OCSD-6: https://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/OCSD-6%20-
%20Contractor%20Compliance%20Payment%20Report.pdf
In the event the above links are unavailable or inactive, the forms may also be requested from
OCSD at OCSD@esd.ny.gov.
PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR NEW YORK STATE CERTIFIED SERVICE-DISABLED

VETERAN-OWNED BUSINESSES
Article 17-B of the New York State Executive Law provides for more meaningful participation in
public procurement by certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (“SDVOB”),
thereby further integrating such businesses into New York State’s economy. ESD recognizes the
need to promote the employment of service-disabled veterans and to ensure that certified
service-disabled veteran-owned businesses have opportunities for maximum feasible
participation in the performance of ESD contracts.
In recognition of the service and sacrifices made by service-disabled veterans and in recognition
of their economic activity in doing business in New York State, Bidders are expected to consider
SDVOBs in the fulfillment of the requirements of the Contract. Such participation may be as
subcontractors or suppliers, as protégés, or in other partnering or supporting roles.
Contract Goals
A. ESD hereby establishes an overall goal of 6% for SDVOB participation, based on the
current availability of qualified SDVOBs. For purposes of providing meaningful
participation by SDVOBs, the Bidder/Contractor should reference the directory of New
York State Certified SDVOBs found at: https://online.ogs.ny.gov/SDVOB/search.
Questions regarding compliance with SDVOB participation goals should be directed to
the Designated Contacts. Additionally, following Contract execution, Contractor is
encouraged to contact the Office of General Services’ Division of Service-Disabled
Veterans’ Business Development at 518-474-2015 or VeteransDevelopment@ogs.ny.gov
to discuss additional methods of maximizing participation by SDVOBs on the Contract.
B. Contractor must document “good faith efforts” to provide meaningful participation by

SDVOBs as subcontractors or suppliers in the performance of the Contract.
SDVOB Utilization Plan

A. In accordance with 9 NYCRR § 252.2(i), Bidders are required to submit a completed
SDVOB Utilization Plan on Form OCSD-4.
B. The Utilization Plan shall list the SDVOBs that the Bidder intends to use to perform the
Contract, a description of the work that the Bidder intends the SDVOB to perform to
meet the goals on the Contract, the estimated dollar amounts to be paid to an SDVOB,
or, if not known, an estimate of the percentage of Contract work the SDVOB will
perform. By signing the Utilization Plan, the Bidder acknowledges that making false
representations or providing information that shows a lack of good faith as part of, or in
conjunction with, the submission of a Utilization Plan is prohibited by law and may
result in penalties including, but not limited to, termination of a contract for cause, loss
of eligibility to submit future bids, and/or withholding of payments. Any modifications
or changes to the agreed participation by SDVOBs after the Contract award and during
the term of the Contract must be reported on a revised SDVOB Utilization Plan and
submitted to ESD.
A. ESD will review the submitted SDVOB Utilization Plan and advise the Bidder/Contractor
of ESD acceptance or issue a notice of deficiency within 20 days of receipt.
B. If a notice of deficiency is issued, Bidder/Contractor agrees that it shall respond to the

notice of deficiency, within seven business days of receipt, by submitting to ESD a
written remedy in response to the notice of deficiency. If the written remedy that is
submitted is not timely or is found by ESD to be inadequate, ESD shall notify the
Bidder/Contractor and direct the Bidder/Contractor to submit, within five business days
of notification by ESD, a request for a partial or total waiver of SDVOB participation
goals on OCSD-5. Failure to file the waiver form in a timely manner may be grounds for
disqualification of the bid or proposal.
C. ESD may disqualify a Bidder’s bid or proposal as being non-responsive under the
following circumstances:
(a) If a Bidder fails to submit an SDVOB Utilization Plan;

(b) If a Bidder fails to submit a written remedy to a notice of deficiency;
(c) If a Bidder fails to submit a request for waiver; or
(d) If ESD determines that the Bidder has failed to document good faith efforts.
A. F. If awarded a Contract, Contractor certifies that it will follow the submitted

SDVOB Utilization Plan for the performance of SDVOBs on the Contract pursuant to the
prescribed SDVOB contract goals set forth above.
B. G. Contractor further agrees that a failure to use SDVOBs as agreed in the

Utilization Plan shall constitute a material breach of the terms of the Contract. Upon
the occurrence of such a material breach, ESD shall be entitled to any remedy provided
herein, including but not limited to, a finding of Contractor non-responsibility.
Request for Waiver

A. Prior to submission of a request for a partial or total waiver, Bidder/Contractor shall
speak to the Designated Contacts at ESD for guidance.
B. In accordance with 9 NYCRR § 252.2(m), a Bidder/Contractor that is able to document

good faith efforts to meet the goal requirements, as set forth in clause IV below, may
submit a request for a partial or total waiver on Form OCSD-5, accompanied by
supporting documentation. A Bidder may submit the request for waiver at the same
time it submits its SDVOB Utilization Plan. If a request for waiver is submitted with the
SDVOB Utilization Plan and is not accepted by ESD at that time, the provisions of clauses
II (C), (D) & (E) will apply. If the documentation included with the Bidder’s/Contractor’s
waiver request is complete, ESD shall evaluate the request and issue a written notice of
acceptance or denial within 20 days of receipt.
A. Contractor shall attempt to utilize, in good faith, the SDVOBs identified within its SDVOB
Utilization Plan, during the performance of the Contract. Requests for a partial or total
waiver of established goal requirements made subsequent to Contract award may be
made at any time during the term of the Contract to ESD, but must be made no later
than prior to the submission of a request for final payment on the Contract.
B. If ESD, upon review of the SDVOB Utilization Plan and Monthly SDVOB Compliance
Report (OCSD-6) determines that Contractor is failing or refusing to comply with the
contract goals and no waiver has been issued in regards to such non-compliance, ESD
may issue a notice of deficiency to the Contractor. The Contractor must respond to the
notice of deficiency within seven business days of receipt. Such response may include a
request for partial or total waiver of SDVOB contract goals.
Waiver requests should be sent to OCSD.
Required Good Faith Efforts

In accordance with 9 NYCRR § 252.2(n), Contractors must document their good faith efforts
toward utilizing SDVOBs on the Contract. Evidence of required good faith efforts shall include,
but not be limited to, the following:
(1) Copies of solicitations to SDVOBs and any responses thereto.
(2) Explanation of the specific reasons each SDVOB that responded to Bidders/Contractors’
solicitation was not selected.
(3) Dates of any pre-bid, pre-award or other meetings attended by Contractor, if any, scheduled
by ESD with certified SDVOBs whom ESD determined were capable of fulfilling the SDVOB goals
set in the Contract.
(4) Information describing the specific steps undertaken to reasonably structure the Contract
scope of work for the purpose of subcontracting with, or obtaining supplies from, certified
SDVOBs.
(5) Other information deemed relevant to the waiver request.
Monthly SDVOB Contractor Compliance Report

In accordance with 9 NYCRR § 252.2(q), Contractor is required to report Monthly SDVOB
Contractor Compliance to ESD during the term of the Contract for the preceding month’s
activity, documenting progress made towards achieving the Contract SDVOB goals. This
information must be submitted using form OCSD-6 available on the ESD website and should be
completed by the Contractor and submitted to ESD, by the 10th day of each month during the
term of the Contract, for the preceding month’s activity to: OCSD@esd.ny.gov.
Breach of Contract and Damages

In accordance with 9 NYCRR § 252.2(s), any Contractor found to have willfully and intentionally
failed to comply with the SDVOB participation goals set forth in the Contract, shall be found to
have breached the contract and Contractor shall pay damages as set forth therein.
VII. Procurement Forms and Contractual Requirements
This section contains additional information about the forms that are required to be
provided/updated by the Selected Respondent prior to entering a contract with ESD, as well as
information about ESD’s procurement requirements.
i. Conflicts of Interest
Respondent must attest it has read, understood and will comply with the following
provisions https://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/Conflict-of-Interest-Attestation-June-
2019.pdf. ESD shall have the right to disqualify any respondent to this RFP or terminate
any contract entered into as a result of this RFP should ESD determine that the
Respondent has violated any of these requirements.
Gifts and Offers of Employment: Respondent has not and shall not during this
procurement and during the negotiation of any contract resulting from this
procurement, offer to any employee, member or director of ESD, any gift, whether in the
form of money, services, loan, travel, entertainment, hospitality, thing or promise, or in
any other form, under circumstances in which it could reasonably be inferred that the
offer was intended to influence said employee, member or director, or could reasonably
be expected to influence said employee, member or director, in the performance of the
official duty of said employee, member or director or was intended as a reward for any
official action on the part of said employee, member or director. Respondent may not
make any offers of employment or discuss the possibility of such offers with any
employee, member, or director of ESD who is involved in this procurement and/or
resulting contract negotiation within at least 30 days from the time that the employee’s
involvement in this matter closed.
A. Disclosure of Potential Conflicts: Respondent shall disclose any existing or

contemplated relationship with any other person or entity, including
relationships with any member, shareholders of 5% or more, parent, subsidiary,
or affiliated firm, which would constitute an actual or potential conflict of interest
or appearance of impropriety, relating to other clients/customers/employers of
the Respondent or former officers and employees of ESD, in connection with your
rendering services enumerated in this RFP. If a conflict does or might exist,
Respondent must describe how it would eliminate or prevent it.
B. Disclosure of Ethics Investigations: Respondent must disclose whether it, or any

of its members, shareholders of 5% or more, parents, affiliates, or subsidiaries,
have been the subject of any ongoing investigation or disciplinary action by the
New York State Commission on Public Integrity or its predecessor State entities
(collectively, “Commission”), and if so, a description must be included indicating
how any matter before the Commission was resolved or whether it remains
unresolved.
ii. State Finance Law Sections 139-j and 139-k forms
State Finance Law Sections 139-j and 139-k (collectively, the “Procurement
Requirements”) apply to this RFP. These Procurement Requirements: (1) govern
permissible communications between potential Bidders and ESD or other involved

governmental entities with respect to this RFP; (2) provide for increased disclosure in the
public procurement process through identification of persons or organizations whose
function is to influence procurement contracts, public works agreements and real
property transactions; and (3) establish sanctions for knowing and willful violations of
the provisions of the Procurement Requirements, including disqualification from
eligibility for an award of any contract pursuant to this RFP. Compliance with the
Procurement Requirements requires that all communications regarding this RFP, from
the time of its issuance through final award and execution of any resulting contract (the
“Restricted Period”), be conducted only with the designated contact persons listed
above; the completion by Bidders of the Offeror Disclosure of Prior Non-Responsibility
Determinations, and the Offeror’s Affirmation of Understanding and Agreement
pursuant to State Finance Law (each form is accessible at the Required Forms for Vendors
link at the ESDC web site under “RFPs/RFQs”); and periodic updating of such forms during
the term of any contract resulting from this RFP.
Bidders must submit the Offeror Disclosure of Prior Non-Responsibility Determinations,

and the Offeror’s Affirmation of Understanding and Agreement pursuant to State Finance
Law as part of their submittal. Copies of these forms are available at:
https://cdn.esd.ny.gov/CorporateInformation/Data/RFPs/RequiredForms/SF_Law139_JK.
pdf
The Procurement Requirements also require ESD staff to obtain and report certain
information when contacted by Bidders during the Restricted Period, make a
determination of the responsibility of Bidders and make all such information publicly
available in accordance with applicable law. If a Bidder is found to have knowingly and
willfully violated the State Finance Law provisions, that Bidder and its subsidiaries, related
or successor entities will be determined to be a non-responsible Bidder and will not be
awarded any contract issued pursuant to this solicitation. In addition, two such findings
of non-responsibility within a four-year period can result in debarment from obtaining any
New York State governmental procurement contract. The designated contact account for
this solicitation is referenced on the cover of this RFP.
This is not a complete presentation of the provisions of the Procurement Requirements. A copy
of State Finance Law Sections 139-j and 139-k can be found at:
http://esd.ny.gov/CorporateInformation/Data/RFPs/RequiredForms/PermissibleContactsPoli
cy_Ja n2007.pdf. All potential Bidders are solely responsible for full compliance with the
Procurement Requirements. Both the prime consultant and any sub-consultants complete the
forms required above.
iii. Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire
All Bidders to this RFP must be “responsible,” which in this context means that they must
have the requisite financial ability, organizational capacity, and legal authority to carry out
its obligations under this RFP, and in addition must demonstrate that both the Respondent
and its principals have and will maintain the level of integrity needed to contract with New
York State entities such as ESD. Further, the Respondent must show satisfactory
performance of all prior government contracts. Accordingly, the contract to be entered into
between ESD and the Respondent, if any, shall include clauses providing that the Respondent
remain “responsible” throughout the term of the contract, that ESD may suspend the
contract if information is discovered that calls into question the responsibility of the
contracting party, and that ESD may terminate the contract based on a determination that
the contracting party is non-responsible. On request, model language to this effect will be
provided to any Respondent to this RFP.
To assist in the determination of responsibility, ESD requires that all Bidders register in the
State's Vendor Responsibility System (“Vend-Rep System”). The Vend-Rep System allows
business entities to enter and maintain their Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire
information in a secure, centralized database. New York State Procurement Law requires
that state agencies award contracts only to responsible vendors. Bidders are to file the
required Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire online via the Vend-Rep System or may
choose to complete and submit a paper questionnaire. Please include a copy of your Vend-
Rep submission receipt or paper questionnaire with your proposal.
To enroll in and use the Vend-Rep System, see the System Instructions available at
www.osc.state.ny.us/vendrep or go directly to the Vend-Rep system online at
https://onlineservices.osc.state.ny.us/Enrollment/login?2 For direct Vend-Rep System
user assistance, the Office of the State Comptroller’s Help Desk may be reached at 866-
370-4672 or 518-408-4672 or by email at helpdesk@osc.state.ny.us.
Bidders opting to file a paper questionnaire can obtain the appropriate questionnaire
from the Vend-Rep website https://www.osc.state.ny.us/state-
vendors/vendrep/vendor-responsibility-forms and execute accordingly pertaining to the
company’s trade industry. Per the website, Bidders are to “Select the questionnaire which
best matches the business type (either For-Profit or Not-For-Profit) and business activity
(Construction or Other).”
In addition, please see link to EO-192: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/no-192-

executive-order-imposing-continuing-vendor-integrity-requirements-state-contracts
iv. Iran Divestment Act
Every Proposal made to ESD pursuant to a competitive solicitation must contain the
following statement, signed by the Respondent on company letterhead and affirmed
as true under penalty of perjury:
"By submission of this bid, each bidder and each person signing on behalf of
any bidder certifies, and in the case of a joint bid each party thereto certifies
as to its own organization, under penalty of perjury, that to the best of its
knowledge and belief that each bidder is not on the list created pursuant to
paragraph (b) of subdivision 3 of section 165-a of the State Finance Law."
The list in question is maintained by the Office of General Services. For further information
and to view this list please go to:
https://ogs.ny.gov/system/files/documents/2020/10/irandivestmentlistofentities.pdf
v. Executive Order 177
In accordance with New York State Executive Order 177, all bidders must certify that they
are in compliance with the New York State Human Rights Law which prohibits
discrimination and harassment based on a protected class, and which requires
reasonable accommodation for persons with disability or pregnancy related conditions.
The required certification for can be found at:

https://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/EO-177-Certification.pdf and must be signed and
included in all Proposals.
vi. Encouraging the Use of NYS Businesses in Contract Performance Form
New York State businesses have a substantial presence in State contracts and strongly
contribute to the economies of the state and the nation. In recognition of their economic
activity and leadership in doing business in New York State, Bidders for this ESD contract for
commodities, services or technology are strongly encouraged and expected to consider New
York State businesses in the fulfillment of the requirements of the contract. In order for ESD
to assess the use of New York State businesses in each Proposal, ESD requests that each
Respondent complete the Encouraging Use of New York State Businesses in Contract
Performance form, accessible here:
http://esd.ny.gov/CorporateInformation/Data/ENCOURAGINGUSEOFNEWYORKSTATEB
USINESSESI NCONTRACTPERFORMANCE.pdf.
vii. Certification under State Tax Law Section 5-a
Any contract resulting from this solicitation is also subject to the requirements of State
Tax Law Section 5-a (“STL 5-a”). STL 5-a prohibits ESD from approving any such contract
with any entity if that entity or any of its affiliates, subcontractors or affiliates of any
subcontractor makes sales within New York State of tangible personal property or
taxable services having a value over $300,000 and is not registered for sales and
compensating use tax purposes. To comply with STL 5-a, all Bidders to this solicitation
must include in their Proposals a properly completed Form ST-220-CA
https://www.tax.ny.gov/pdf/current_forms/st/st220ca_fill_in.pdf or an affidavit
https://cdn.esd.ny.gov/CorporateInformation/Data/RFPs/RequiredForms/STL_5A_Affi
davit.pdf that the Respondent is not required to be registered with the State
Department of Taxation and Finance. Also in accordance with the requirements of STL
5-a, any contract resulting from this solicitation will require periodic updating of the
certifications contained in Form ST-220-CA. Solicitation responses that do not include a
properly completed ST-220-CA will be considered incomplete and non-responsive and
will not be considered for contract award. Only the prime consultant completes Form
ST 220-CA, but Schedule A to Form ST 220-CA requires detailed information from the
sub-consultants, such as tax ID number, etc., if applicable. Moreover, if applicable,
certificates of authority must be attached by the prime consultant and all the sub-
consultants.
viii. Schedule A
Following final selection of a Respondent, ESD will prepare a contract defining all
project terms and conditions and the Respondent’s responsibilities in conformance
with Schedule A. A sample can be found at:
https://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/ScheduleA-Services_Materials-3818.pdf
Please note Bidders do not need to complete the entire Schedule A with the
submission of their Proposal. However, Bidders should still review these terms, which
are standard in all ESD contracts, and raise any concerns present prior to submission
of their Proposal, as successful Bidders will need to accept these terms prior to
contract execution.
ix. Project Sunlight
This procurement is subject to the Public Integrity Reform Act of 2011. Under the Public
Integrity Reform Act of 2011, “appearances” (broadly defined and including any
substantive interaction that is meant to have an impact on the decision-making process
of a state entity) before a public benefit corporation such as ESD by a person (also
broadly defined) for the purposes of procuring a state contract (as contemplated in this
RFP) must be reported by ESD to a database maintained by the State Office of General
Services that is available to members of the public. If in doubt as to the applicability of
Project Sunlight, Bidders and their advisors should consult the Laws of 2011, Ch. 399 for
guidance.
x. W-9 Form. Fill in and Submit W-9 Form. W-9 Form
VIII. Other Terms and Conditions
The selected consultant will be paid on a time and material basis in accordance with Schedule A
- Conditions Applicable to the Corporation’s Agreements for Materials/Services for an amount
not to exceed the contract amount. All terms and conditions contained in Schedule A will be
incorporated and made a part of the contract with the selected contractor. Schedule A can be
found at: https://esd.ny.gov/sites/default/files/ScheduleA-Services_Materials-3818.pdf
IX. Submission of Proposal
The provisions of State Finance Law Sections 139-j and 139-k (collectively, the “Procurement
Requirements”) apply to this solicitation. These Procurement Requirements: (1) govern
permissible communications between potential Respondents and ESD or other involved
governmental entities with respect to this solicitation ; (2) provide for increased disclosure in
the public procurement process through identification of persons or organizations whose
function is to influence procurement contracts, public works agreements and real property
transactions; and (3) establish sanctions for knowing and willful violations of the provisions of
the Procurement Requirements, including disqualification from eligibility for an award of any
contract pursuant to this solicitation. Compliance with the Procurement Requirements requires
that all communications regarding this solicitation, from the time of its issuance through final
award and execution of any resulting contract (the “Restricted Period”), be conducted only with
the designated contact person listed below. The Selected Respondent shall update its Offerer
Disclosure of Prior Non-Responsibility Determinations, and the Offerer’s Affirmation of
Understanding and Agreement pursuant to State Finance Law as may be required by ESD.
All proposals must be submitted by email and received no later than 4:00 PM on
Friday, June 18, 2021, to: Stephen Gawlik at Stephen.Gawlik@esd.ny.gov.
Sent time: 06/15/2021 02:26:17 PM
Subject: CONFIDENTIAL - ESD Solicitation - Stadium Feasibility / Response to questions #3
Below is an additional question and ESD’s response with respect to the above referenced solicitation:
1. The solicitation language relating to submission of forms is not clear to our team (e.g. OCSD forms and forms identified
in III.4). For avoidance of doubt, could you please clarify which forms must be submitted with the proposal and which
forms would be required at a later time?
RESPONSE: OCSD‐1, OCSD‐2 and OCSD‐4 are to be submitted with your proposal along with a narrative plan describing
MWBE and SDVOB usage in accordance with Section III(3) of the Solicitation. All other forms referenced in the
Solicitation will need to be updated or submitted at a later time.
Please respond and confirm you received this email.
Thank you
Stephen Gawlik
Senior Counsel
www.esd.ny.gov
Sent time: 06/18/2021 02:22:47 PM
Subject: RE: CONFIDENTIAL - ESD Solicitation - Stadium Feasibility / Response to questions #3
As an additional response to the question below, please submit the Diversity Questionnaire referenced in Section IV(3). This
form can be submitted with your proposal or separately from your proposal but must be received by 4pm on Tuesday June 22,
2021.
Thank you.
From: Gawlik, Stephen F (ESD) <Stephen.Gawlik@esd.ny.gov>
Sent: Tuesday, June 15, 2021 2:26 PM
To: Gawlik, Stephen F (ESD) <Stephen.Gawlik@esd.ny.gov>
Subject: CONFIDENTIAL ‐ ESD Solicitation ‐ Stadium Feasibility / Response to questions #3
Thank you
Stephen Gawlik
Senior Counsel
www.esd.ny.gov
From: Niemuth, Jon <jon.niemuth@aecom.com>
Sent time: 06/22/2021 12:09:32 PM
To: Parker, Brian (Chicago) <Brian.Parker2@aecom.com>; Harper, Garrett <Garrett.Harper@aecom.com>; Gawlik, Stephen F (ESD)
Subject: AECOM / ESD - call to review proposal
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Timezones. Apologies – I assumed your response was CST I can adjust to EST if that was the intent
Jon Niemuth, FAIA, NCARB
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Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: AECOM / ESD ‐ call to review proposal
Jon,
Is 1‐2 correct or were we doing noon to 1?
Either works on this end.
Steve
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Sent time: 06/25/2021 11:00:20 AM
Subject: AECOM- additional rate table
Attachments: ESD BUffalo Rate Table.xlsx
Steve,
Attached are the rates for the staff included in our proposal. We have referenced this back to the original 2017 submission
where applicable and provided current/updated rates where a staff/capability was not originally included.
Let me know if you have any questions on this today or we can discuss in more detail during our call Monday.
Jon
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ESD BUffalo Rate Table.xlsx
Staff Proposed Role

Jon Niemuth PIC
Brian Parker PM
Garrett Harper Real Estate Lead
Katelyn Hansen Economic Associate

Gabriel Gal Financial Associate
Marina Hoffman Senior Analyst
Brandon Liebst Project Design Lead Designer IV, Architecture

Staff Architect Architect Designer III, Architecture
Junior Architect Junior Architect Designer I, Architecture
Hein Le Roux Stadium Cost Estimator Director (Cost)

Senior Cost Estimator Senior Cost Estimator
Junior Cost Estimator Junior Cost Estimator
2017 Bench Title 2017 Bench Rate Actual Rate
Project Director (Category 3) 203 350
Principal (Category 2) 250 228
Principal (Category 2) 250 250
Associate (Category 2) 130 135

Associate (Category 2) 130 145
Analyst (Category 2) 110 110
Senior Project Manager (category 3) 171 183

Architect (category 3) 131 122
Junior Architect (Category 3) 91 85
Not Listed Not Listed 310

Not Listed Not Listed 194
Not Listed Not Listed 127.5
Sent time: 06/08/2021 10:34:30 AM
Subject: AECOM Follow up - Buffalo Inquiry
Stephen,
I received your voicemail earlier today and wanted to send a quick note to confirm receipt and let you know I will follow up
later this afternoon. I am the proper contact for this inquiry and my contact information is below. I also led the previous effort
AECOM completed for ESD working with Irwin in 2014.
Be Well
Jon
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Sent time: 06/11/2021 09:27:23 AM
Subject: RE: CONFIDENTAL - ESD Solicitation - Stadium Feasibility
Thanks
Sent: Friday, June 11, 2021 9:25 AM
Subject: RE: CONFIDENTAL ‐ ESD Solicitation ‐ Stadium Feasibility
emails.
Stephen –
Just confirming AECOM intends to submit a proposal for this solicitation.
Jon
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Subject: [EXTERNAL] CONFIDENTAL ‐ ESD Solicitation ‐ Stadium Feasibility
Stephen Gawlik
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www.esd.ny.gov
Sent time: 06/11/2021 09:25:24 AM
Subject: RE: CONFIDENTAL - ESD Solicitation - Stadium Feasibility
Stephen –
Just confirming AECOM intends to submit a proposal for this solicitation.
Jon
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Subject: [EXTERNAL] CONFIDENTAL ‐ ESD Solicitation ‐ Stadium Feasibility
Stephen Gawlik
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www.esd.ny.gov
Sent time: 06/15/2021 10:57:43 AM
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Subject: [EXTERNAL] CONFIDENTIAL ‐ ESD Solicitation ‐ Stadium Feasibility / Response to questions #2
Below are questions and ESD’s responses with respect to the above referenced solicitation:
1. Can you please confirm the number of sites that will be considered in the site selection component of the analysis?
RESPONSE: No more than 3.
2. The solicitation does not specifically call for a detailed scope of work…are we to respond solely with a fee proposal
based on the scope of services as outlined in the solicitation? RESPONSE: Fee proposal should be based on the scope of
services outlined in the Solicitation. Proposals should include all expected costs associated with such work.
Thank you
Stephen Gawlik
Senior Counsel
www.esd.ny.gov
Sent time: 06/15/2021 04:10:04 PM
Thank you – confirmed reciept

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Subject: [EXTERNAL] CONFIDENTIAL ‐ ESD Solicitation ‐ Stadium Feasibility / Response to questions #3
Thank you
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Sent time: 06/18/2021 03:29:20 PM
Cc: Scerbo, Tom <Tom.Scerbo@aecom.com>; Parker, Brian (Chicago) <Brian.Parker2@aecom.com>
Subject: ESD Solicitation - Stadium Feasibility ( AECOM response)
Attachments: AECOM Proposal_ESD Stadium Feasibility Study 06182021.pdf
Steve,
I am pleased to provide the AECOM team’s submission for the above referenced solicitation. We have developed a
comprehensive response to your proposal which we believe will provide Empire State Development with all the expertise
required to create a comprehensive analysis. Please note that this document includes our completed Diversity Questionnaire
as clarified in your note earlier today.
Please do not hesitate to contact myself or Brian if you have any questions.
Jon
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AECOM Proposal_ESD Stadium Feasibility Study 06182021.pdf
Proposal for
Stadium Feasibility, Financial

Economic Analysis and
Infrastructure Advisory
Services
Submitted to Empire State Development

Friday, June 18, 2021 | 4:00 pm EST
Contents
01 02 03
Executive Summary, Fees and Cost Required OCSD
Experience and Procurement Forms
Key Personnel
AECOM tel 213 377 8400

125 Broad Street, 15th Fl fax 213 377 8410
New York, NY 10004 www.aecom.com
June 18, 2021
Stephen Gawlik
Senior Counsel
95 Perry Street, 5th Floor
Buffalo, New York 14203
stephen.gawlik@esd.ny.gov
RE: Proposal for Stadium Feasibility, Financial Economic Analysis and Infrastructure Advisory Services
Dear Mr. Gawlik:

AECOM is pleased to submit our proposal to provide consulting services to Empire State Development in response to your
Request for Services related to the Buffalo Bills Stadium. We read the Request for Services, prepared our response to the
requirements as outlined therein and are committed to providing ESD with industry-leading expertise. We will bring to this
effort our in-depth experience with economic impact and feasibility analysis for both mixed-use real estate districts and
large-scale venue development projects. We recently completed a similar analysis for the Virginia Economic Development
Partnership related to a new professional sports complex and mixed-use district.
AECOM is the only firm in the United States to offer all of the specific sports, entertainment and real estate experience
required to respond to the services outlined in your request. Our integrated delivery method will provide expert guidance
for the following key elements:
• Providing an independent, market-based analysis of the potential demand for the proposed renovated or new facility
• Understanding risk tolerance related to management, operations and revenue generation
• Identifying realistic scenarios for the economic development potential and how the project aligns with broader public
objectives, other amenities and community interests
• Developing a conceptual financial operating model for the proposed facility to validate potential program and inform
economic and fiscal impact analysis
• Utilizing local resources to evaluate potential sites, with an understanding of the potential impact for ancillary
development, transportation demand and larger infrastructure requirements
• Leveraging our previous experience completing similar site and venue analyses for the State
Our proposal includes the integration of AECOM, trusted M/WBE and SDVOB firms to exceed the goals and requirements
set forth in the request, reinforcing our commitment to meaningful diversity and inclusion participation. AECOM
understands the importance for creating a report which provides clear and objective information supporting the further
success of both the Bills and greater Buffalo. Please do not hesitate to contact Tom or Jon with any questions about our
proposal.
We look forward to working with you and ESD on this exciting effort.
Sincerely,
Tom Scerbo, AIA Jon Niemuth, FAIA, NCARB, LEED AP

Vice President, Metro New York Executive Principal in Charge/National Market Sector Leader
M: (917) 628-9226 M: (816) 674-6784
tom.scerbo@aecom.com jon.niemuth@aecom.com
Seattle Seahawks, Lumen Field

Empire State Development Proposal for Stadium Feasibility, Financial Economic Analysis and
Infrastructure Advisory Services
Section 01
Executive Summary,
Experience and
Key Personnel
We are the only fully integrated sports economics + design consultancy
providing expertise in all the required components of your RFP within a
single firm. In addition, AECOM has a wealth of experience in developing and
implementing M/WBE outreach and compliance programs on many projects,
and we’re prepared to implement similar efforts for this project.
Executive summary How we’re different

We deploy an integrated team of In this section
We’re one of a sports economists, architects and + Executive Summary, including
cost estimators that have collaborated
kind in sports to deliver professional, civic and
Experience + Subconsultants
+ a. Contact information
While most economics teams work collegiate sports and entertainment
independently of the architecture firm venues for years. Together they + b. Staffing proposal
and cost estimating firm, we take an research your market and design a
integrated approach. From Day 1 of custom venue that maximizes return
your project, our sports economics on investment with a robust cost
team works alongside our sports estimating tool that adjusts costs in a. Contact
architects and sports cost estimators real time as the design evolves.
Information
to deliver market research that informs
design in real time. Better data = better
Results you can count on Brian will serve as your primary
contact and our team’s project
design = reliable costs. Our integrated methodology provides
manager. Brian is AECOM’s national
our clients unbiased results based
director of sports economics with
Why it matters purely on the market research and
20 years’ experience on 250+
Economics analyses and feasibility insights gathered through our analysis.
sports, wellness and entertainment
studies are typically executed years Our methodology focuses on providing
projects around the country,
before an architecture team begins you with the information you need to
including 12 NFL teams.
to imagine your building. Those hear and understand to make the best
numbers carefully researched decision for your construction dollars,
Brian Parker
and recommendations made by even when that information may not be Principal/Director of Sports
economists often sit on a shelf what you want to hear. Economics
potentially for years. By the time an T: (312) 373-7861
As the only firm in the sports industry
architecture firm is selected, those E: brian.parker2@aecom.com
that integrates economics and cost
numbers no longer reflect your market from Day 1, our clients enjoy revenue-
and the economist is no longer a generating venues built for their forecasts and a solid cost estimate
part of the process. Further, the cost specific market and delivered at a that stands up in the market. These
estimator isn’t activated until the construction cost that meets their deliverables can then be used to
design process is nearly complete. requirements, schedule and budget. support your funding efforts, solicit
Our final report includes a complete constituent buy-in and provide for
economics analysis, conceptual end-user productivity and profitability.
design with revenue-generating
AECOM 5
Proposal for Stadium Feasibility, Financial Economic Analysis and Empire State Development
The only firm

that has AMP and
SAINT software
AMP up your revenue
Our proprietary AMP (Attractions
Modeling Program) software
developed by Project Manager
Brian Parker allows AECOM to
build a customizable financial model
enabling Empire State Development, Lumen Field, Seattle, WA
its stakeholders and community
to fully understand the financial
and operational impacts of certain a top-level economic impact analysis in
operating assumptions and structures. AECOM in action a highly condensed timeframe. AECOM
utilized our proprietary Attractions
Maximize ROI and prevent AMPing up informed decisions for a Modeling Program (AMP) to assist the
cost overruns with SAINT new NFL stadium and surrounding VEDP in identifying the gross and net
development new economic and fiscal impacts and
Our proprietary SAINT (Stadium and When the Virginia Economic job creation the proposed stadium and
Arena Investment Tool) developed Development Partnership (VEDP) ancillary development could deliver
by Cost Consulting Lead Hein needed to make informed decisions to the Commonwealth of Virginia. The
le Roux is a powerful AECOM tool in response to a confidential request VEDP utilized this information to work
that helps balance operational and for public incentives related to a with local municipalities to develop
capital demands and highlights the proposed NFL stadium and ancillary preliminary incentive packages in
opportunities to inform design and development, AECOM delivered. The response to the confidential request for
improve a venue’s long-term use and AECOM team, let by proposed project information.
revenue. During design, SAINT prevents manager Brian Parker, delivered
cost overruns by providing real-time Team members: Brian Parker, Garrett
detailed benchmark research of recent
cost feedback as the design evolves. Harper
NFL stadium developments along with
How we work
Leveraging our proprietary software — AMP (Attraction Modeling Program, developed by Brian Parker) and SAINT (Stadium and
Arena Investment Tool, developed by Hein le Roux) — we provide our clients with real-time ROI figures for evolving concepts that
inform future operational impact and ultimately help our clients assess overall viability of each option.
DESIGN DEVELOPMENT +
CONCEPTUAL DESIGN SCHEMATIC DESIGN OPENING DAY
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS
DEMAND + SUPPLY DESIGN REAL-TIME COST FEEDBACK CONTINUOUS ADJUSTMENT
Cost on track.
Design proceeds. You receive the
Cost misaligned. facility you want, at
Design stops.
Design realigned with the cost you want.
cost.
AMP directly integrates with design SAINT provides real-time cost

effort so demand + supply are aligned feedback as the design evolves
throughout the process
6 AECOM
Real estate advisory We understand real estate, urban

services driving growth and development economics We pull ideas into
and leverage this understanding
economic growth to support economic and policy
focus and sharpen
frameworks for urban plans and the boundaries of
AECOM helps clients evaluate and
make decisions around projects and
redevelopment projects, real estate a preliminary plan
development initiatives, and economic
policies regarding feasibility, developer development strategies. or concept for real
partnerships, financial requirements,
social impact, resilience, risk and Our work is often concerned with estate, regional and
prospects for success. Our experience balancing private sector investment place-based economic
requirements with public sector policy
shows that successful projects and
objectives. We work with clients in
development, urban
policies share common traits: informed
decision-making early in the process. complex public-private partnership revitalization, public
In response, in our work we
settings to enable them to invest facilities and visitor
in, develop, and manage profitable
intentionally pull ideas into focus real estate ventures. Development destinations.
and sharpen the boundaries of a firms, financial institutions, investors,
preliminary plan or concept for real corporations, educational institutions,
estate, regional and place-based generation and efficiencies.
and public entities rely on our advice. Demand Analysis: objective analysis
economic development, urban
revitalization, higher education Our consulting services include: of estimated attendance, utilization,
and public facilities, and visitor market segmentation, and sizing of
• Financial and Market Feasibility: attractions.
destinations. Collaborating with other experts in projections of revenues,
disciplines, our real estate advisory operating expenses, capital costs, • Economic Development
team develops strategies that respond and financing plans. Strategies: Strategies for regional
to the market, attract financing and resiliency, community development,
enable implementation. • Public-Private Partnerships (P3s), downtown revitalization, TOD, and
Developer Solicitations, and entertainment and cultural districts.
Our global experience and Transactional Assistance: Assist
comprehensive, integrated approach public agencies, higher education • Program Development: visitor
help us understand how multiple institutions, and developers with experience evaluations, interpretive
factors influence value and feasibility. public-private partnerships, planning, facility sizing, and visitor
It’s not just the market, but also development strategies, asset services plans.
community needs and interests, management, and disposition. • Economic and Fiscal Impact
project design, public policies
• Portfolio Assessments and Analysis: assessments of jobs
and regulations, site conditions,
Revenue Strategies: analytical created, taxes, income generated
development and financing costs,
evaluations of real estate portfolios for communities, and indirect, direct,
phasing and implementation
to identify opportunities for revenue and induced benefits.
challenges.
AECOM 7
Experts in stadium design AECOM in action study, which also included creating a
new stadium concept to accompany
AECOM designs dynamic, engaging the final site recommendations. A total
and flexible stadiums for the enjoyment Buffalo NFL Stadium Site Options
of eight potential sites were identified
of football, soccer, baseball and a Analysis (2014)
as part of the study, each evaluated for
variety of other events. We have AECOM was retained by Foley
both its venue potential, as well as the
encountered many stadium trends & Lardner LLP, on behalf of the
greatest possible economic impact for
and transitions through the decades, State of New York, Office of the
the surrounding community.
and this experience gives us focus Governor to investigate and make
and expertise to provide functional, recommendations for the potential Final recommendations were presented
cost-effective and forward-thinking development of a new NFL stadium using a matrix format with each
solutions that enhance game-day for the Buffalo Bills. This analysis was project variable being measured and
magic for fans and athletes while undertaken during the period where an presented in the context of the total.
realizing a return on investment for ownership transition was occurring for This allowed the State to determine
owners. the franchise and credible long-term where both present and potential future
planning was required to ensure the infrastructure investments could also
Working collaboratively with our future of the team within its present be allocated to have the best long-
clients from early economic research location. term and holistic impact, in the context
and planning through design and of a broad mixed-use NFL-based
construction, we deliver iconic, Based on the unique blend of
development plan.
energizing stadiums that are well integrated expertise — economics,
crafted, technically sophisticated and venue planning, transportation, real Team members: Jon Niemuth,
designed to maximize revenue. estate and alternate delivery methods Brandon Liebst
— AECOM was selected to perform the
295+
In the last 50 years, we’ve delivered
design and/or construction services
to 295+ professional + collegiate
teams coast to coast.
by the numbers
#1
Building Design Firm, ENR rank
#4
Sports Firm, ENR Rank
#163
Fortune 500 Firm
50+
Years designing sports venues
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Related experience
Our unbiased economic impact studies

set the foundation for our clients’ success
Economic Impact Analysis an understanding of total project costs
Client
and funding sources, the case studies
— NFL Stadium and Virginia Economic Development
provided insights into public incentives Partnership
Surrounding Development, related to the stadium’s development
Confidential Location, VA as well as infrastructure or other non- Completion
May 2021
stadium specific incentives provided
The Virginia Economic Development by the public sector. Project Fees
Partnership (VEDP) retained AECOM $32,000
to provide stadium development Concurrent with the benchmarking
effort, Brian worked with the VEDP to Key Staff
research and economic impact Brian Parker
analysis related to the potential develop a top-level economic impact Garrett Harper
development of a new NFL stadium analysis reflecting the estimated
impacts of a new NFL stadium in Reference
and surrounding development. The Jason El Koubi
effort was in direct response to a Virginia as well as the economic and Executive Vice President
Request for Information issued by a fiscal impacts related to approximately Virginia Economic Development
60 acres of adjacent development. Partnership
confidential entity seeking potential T: (804) 545-5616
incentives from the public sector AECOM developed key assumptions M: (804)219-6232
to assist in the development of the for the team and stadium based on jelkoubi@vedp.org, www.VEDP.org
proposed stadium and development. recent NFL operations and industry

information.
As a first step in the engagement, spending associated with the NFL
the AECOM team, led by Brian In addition, AECOM conducted franchise, stadium and surrounding
Parker, Principal/Director of Sports a market comparison to develop development, along with state and
Economics, provided detailed case assumptions for the mixed-use local fiscal impacts. The VEDP
studies of recent NFL stadium development adjacent to the utilized this information to prepare
developments. In addition to providing stadium. The model identified and their response to the Request for
quantified the gross and net new Information.
I wanted to share my sincere thanks for your excellent

support on project DMV Impact over the last several
weeks, particularly the economic impact analysis and
benchmarking of similar projects.
You and your team provided exactly what we needed — first-
rate expertise, immediate engagement, quick turnaround,
great collaboration and solid deliverables that helped VEDP
and the Commonwealth make informed decisions in a tight
timeframe.
It was a pleasure to work with you. I hope we have a chance
to work together again in the future. You can put me on your
list of fans!”
Jason El Koubi
Executive Vice President
Virginia Economic Development Partnership
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Buffalo NFL Stadium Site stadiums, (v) develop a generic

Client
stadium cost and revenue model for
Options Analysis, State of New York
the Buffalo market, (vi) provide input
Buffalo, NY on the long term viability of Ralph Completion
2014
Wilson Stadium as an NFL venue and
AECOM was been retained by Foley
(vii) discuss, in comparative terms, Project Fees
& Lardner LLP, on behalf of the State
the potential ancillary development $70,000
of New York to provide an analysis for
programming and economic impacts
stadium sites and potential ancillary Key Staff
at stadium sites. Jon Niemuth
development in Western New York for
Brandon Liebst
the Buffalo Bills. The purposes of this Every site considered in the analysis
analysis was to (i) identify potential had unique opportunities, benefits, Reference
challenges and constraints related Irwin Raij
locations that could support an
Partner, Entertainment, Sports and Media
NFL stadium and game experience to infrastructure, access, real estate Industry Group Co-Head
worthy of the Buffalo Bills fans and acquisition and community influences, T: (212) 326-2120
among other considerations. This iraij@omm.com
Western New York, including the
current stadium site, (ii) evaluate each analysis included both graphic
potential location and choose four depictions and a written examination as an open-air or domed multipurpose
new locations for in-depth analysis of those shortlisted sites which had stadium, and a comparison of that
that appear potentially viable for a the best potential for successfully base program to certain other NFL
first-class NFL facility, (iii) provide implementing an NFL stadium. In stadiums; however each stadium
an in-depth analysis of the potential addition, this analysis also provided program was viewed as a specific
of the existing site, (iv) provide case background information as to the base solution to the market and particular
studies of certain existing NFL program for a potential stadium, either business model of its host city.
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Health + Wellness Campus

Sports Facility
Market Demand Analysis,
Baton Rouge, LA
Reviva/Well360 retained the AECOM
Sports Economics and Design team to
assist in evaluating the development
of a unique, mixed-use health and
wellness campus in Baton Rouge. The commercial real estate components
Client
campus currently centers around the of the project. The analysis focuses Reviva/Well360
historic Memorial Stadium located just on the potential demand in the market
outside of downtown Baton Rouge, for local and visitor-driven sports, Completion
September 2019
and is envisioned to include new or professional sports franchises that
renovated stadium, a sports and could use the proposed new or Project Fees
recreation complex, physical therapy renovated stadium, and the market’s $105,000
and personal training facilities, medical ability to absorb unique medical and Key Staff
office space, commercial office space, commercial office space. In addition, Jon Niemuth
a food hall, a new business incubator we will develop an operational pro Brian Parker
Garrett Harper
and other features. The wellness forma for the overall campus as well Brandon Liebst
campus concept will be driven around as a conceptual master plan for the 40 Hein le Roux
an effort to address the obesity issues plus acre site.
Reference
facing children and adults across
Sean Hampsey, Principal
America. AECOM was selected for this
Reviva/Well360
project based on our integrated T: (727) 542-4187
AECOM has been tasked with services structure combining sports s.hampsey@well360.health
evaluating the market demand for the economics, real estate economics
proposed new or renovated stadium and sports facility design and planning
as well as the sports facilities and the under a single entity.
AECOM 11
ONE Central, Mobility, and Field Museum, destinations which

Client
already support more than 8 million
Tourism and Economic Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce and
annual visits. Landmark Development
Development Implications
Our analysis reinforced the impact
and Development Strategy, of an accelerating 40-year trend of
Completion
2019
Chicago, IL downtown re-urbanization, the result
Project Fees
of which today is the second largest $135,000
The Chicagoland Chamber
Central Area in the country behind
of Commerce and Landmark Key Staff
Midtown Manhattan, supporting in
Development partnered with AECOM Garrett Harper
excess of 160,000 residents, 700,000 Brian Parker
to study the policy implications and
jobs, and more than 50 million
economic benefits of a development Reference
tourist visits.
called ONE Central, which intends to Joey Mak
An economic impact analysis Vice President – Programs
unify the region’s transit systems and
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
open a new front door to the city’s framed the project’s potential to be T: (312) 494-6723
Central Area. transformative for the City, Region, jmak@chicagolandchamber.org
and State, linked with roughly $19
The project proposes to deck over the Relevant Features
billion in construction spending, more
Metra Electric commuter rail corridor + Economic and fiscal impact
than 60,000 new jobs, and operating
that runs parallel to Lake Shore Drive assessment for large mixed-use
period fiscal benefits to local and state
to make way for a mixed-use transit- district adjacent to Soldier Field
units of government estimated at
oriented development with capacity + Analysis of wide-range of sources
$120 billion over 40 years, leveraging
for 20 million square feet of residential and economic value generation
benefits across social and economic
and commercial use. The proposed tied to sports, events, tourism,
pillars, including mobility and transit,
site is adjacent to McCormick Place, economic development
civic, and community.
Soldier Field, the Adler Planetarium, + Estimating fiscal benefits to City,
County, and State across property,
sales, lodging, utility and other taxes
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce

study projects $120 Billion in new
tax revenues, other public benefits
of ONE Central
Learn more
12 AECOM
One Central Landmark AECOM’s attendance, physical

Client
planning, and financial feasibility
Development, One Central, LLC
analysis set the foundation for the
Chicago, Illinois individual business cases supporting Completion
2021
the vast array of experiential and
AECOM has worked for over two years
entertainment-centric concepts. As Project Fees
towards the creation of an iconic
part of this phase of work, the AECOM $190,000
destination in the heart of Chicago.
team conducted the following:
One Central will connect the city to Key Staff
Garrett Harper, Brian Parker
the Museum Campus and McCormick
• Further developed experiential
Place, anchored by a multi-modal Relevant Features
attraction and entertainment venue
center and over 2 million square feet
concepts for the purpose of market + Detailed real estate analysis and
of entertainment, cultural destinations, visitation estimates for a mixed-use
and financial evaluation.
and experiential concepts. Our work district adjacent to Soldier Field
has covered many aspects from the • Examined the size, growth
fiscal, economic, and community patterns, demographics, and key
impacts of the program to the characteristics of the resident • Developed physical planning
feasibility of different experiential and tourist markets available in parameters based upon attendance
concepts. the greater Chicagoland area and potential and/or demand.
evaluated relevant specialized • Conducted an illustrative financial
Following the opportunity assessment, market segments
Landmark engaged AECOM to analysis to understand overall
understand the market position, • Estimated future attendance project viability, business case, and
demand potential, and resulting potential for the experiential and possible net operating income for
financial implications for key entertainment concepts each experiential and entertainment
entertainment and attraction elements component.
within the ONE Central program.
AECOM 13
Meet our subconsultant partners
Foit-Albert systems, sewer systems, parking lots

and planning board review projects. Certified Minority-
Associates The building systems engineering Owned Business
group provides services for new
Foit-Albert Associates is an award-
winning, New York state based, construction and redevelopment Enterprise
multidisciplinary architecture, projects, central utility and Minority-Owned Business
engineering, environmental, & land infrastructure systems, fire Enterprise Status
surveying consulting firm. The protection and life safety analysis, MBE Certified by New York State
architectural group brings extensive HVAC, plumbing, electrical, process Empire State Development,
experience in the design of new piping and high purity water Dormitory Authority State of
buildings and the rehabilitation and systems, code reviews and analysis, New York, County of Erie and City
restoration of existing facilities. feasibility studies, cost analysis, and of Buffalo, New York City Small
Clients include public and private construction support. Business Services, New York City
sectors, and encompass federal, state, The surveying group provides a School Construction Authority,
municipal, commercial, institutional full range of surveying services, Port Authority of New York and New
and industrial projects. Project types including Boundary Surveys of Jersey, Pennsylvania Small Diverse
include colleges and universities, residential and commercial properties, Business.
K-12 educational institutions, aviation, Topographic Surveys, Right-of- SBE Certified by Port Authority of
correctional/judicial facilities, municipal Way Surveys, Bathymetric Surveys New York and New Jersey.
facilities, cultural and heritage facilities, and High Definition Terrestrial 3D
housing projects, zoos and aquariums, Laser Scanning for architectural DBE Certified by Niagara Frontier
healthcare institutions and parks & and engineering support, hazardous Transportation Authority, a
recreation projects. We also have waste, industrial, horizontal and Certifying Partner of the New York
historic preservation specialists vertical geodetic control and aerial State Unified Certification Program.
and New York State certified code- photo control surveys, along with
enforcement officials. construction layout, among others.
The engineering group offers design Foit-Albert’s survey field crews are
and inspection services for a variety equipped with current, state-of-the-art
of federal, state, municipal and private equipment supported by CADD graphic
clients. Professional services include workstations. The surveying group
transportation, site/civil, environmental has field crews located in Buffalo and
and structural engineering. Project Albany, allowing service to the entire
types include bridges, culverts, State of New York effectively.
highways, roads, intersections, Foit-Albert Associates is a certified
parks, trails, multi-use paths, Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and
canals, stormwater management, a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise
environmental engineering, water (DBE) with offices in Buffalo, Albany and
New York City, New York.
14 AECOM
Related experience
Redevelopment of the a benchmark for discussions with

Client
the NFTA to determine a mutually
DL&W Terminal, Buffalo, NY Savarino Companies
acceptable scope of work for
Foit-Albert Associates, in collaboration improvements that will be necessary Services Provided
Architecture
with Savarino Companies, was chosen to accommodate the proposed reuse
Engineering
to provide the framework for joint of the facility. Environmental
Survey
redevelopment of the historic DL&W Project Details: Erected in 1917, the
Terminal. The goal for reimagining Delaware, Lackawanna, and Western
and redeveloping the upper level (DL&W) Railroad Terminal Complex culture and commerce. It will become
and exposed decks of the historic served as one of the region’s most an iconic public destination that
train terminal that we have dubbed significant inter-modal transportation showcases Buffalo history, incubates
as the DL&W Terminal Market, is to centers. However, in 1979 part of the new local businesses, and cultivates
create a year-round, mixed-use public terminal was demolished and by 1985 our local creative community. It will be
gathering destination for community, the remaining shed was repurposed inclusive, welcoming and engaging
culture and commerce on Buffalo’s to store and maintain NFTA Metro rail for everyone.
Inner Harbor. vehicles and equipment. Now, after
The DL&W Terminal Market will be a
Foit-Albert is the design team lead decades of population and economic
place that is continually shaped by its
and will provide a comprehensive decline, the region is on the rise and
users and the community, evolving
assessment utilizing existing studies positioning itself for long-term growth.
over time to become a landmark
and by performing additional studies, The DL&W Terminal Market will be destination where Buffalonians
documenting conditions. The intent a year-round, mixed-use public come together.
of the assessment will be to establish gathering place for community,
AECOM 15
Buffalo Convention analysis.

Client
Center, Market Analysis Project Details: Erie County owns Subconsultant to HVS Convention
& Feasibility Study, Erie and operates the Buffalo Niagara Completion
County, NY Convention Center. The existing center 2018
is a facility with a 64,410 square foot
Services Provided
As the local architectural team main exhibition floor and a total size Market Analysis
member, Foit-Albert Associates of approximately 110,000 square feet. Existing Conditions
provided local coordination with Erie Due to the recent rebirth of the city,
County and other stakeholders on it was deemed necessary to conduct
market area, the surrounding area
a market analysis, feasibility study, a study to consider a remodeled,
as well as other facilities that offer
concept design and locational study expanded or new Buffalo Convention
hospitality, convention, and event
for the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center.
space and reviewing previous studies
Center property. This project is
Foit-Albert Associates scope of work and reports. Additionally, Foit-Albert
the first step of the Buffalo Niagara
involved meeting with representatives was responsible for documentation of
Convention Center study process and
from the Steering Committee to existing conditions to identify potential
is intended to provide information on
discuss the project and gathered data impacts on the existing facility, as well
programming, the role of the Buffalo
required to perform the work; touring as utility, stormwater and structural
Niagara Convention Center, size and
the BNCC, possible expansion and features which could result from
needs of a new or expanded center,
development sites, the Western NY upgrades in program technology,
concept designs and locational
functionality and code requirements.
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Botanical Gardens SEQR Site renovations included a new

visitors parking lot and the conversion
& Topographic Survey,
of 0.1-mile section of Park Drive
Buffalo, NY from a one-way roadway to a two-
way roadway. Foit-Albert installed a
Foit-Albert Associates was
traffic counter for 2 days to collect
responsible for SEQR documentation,
traffic volume data for Park Drive and
Topographic Survey, and a Traffic
complied this data. A Traffic Impact
Impact Study for the proposed
Study was prepared to provide
expansion of of Buffalo and Erie
information regarding conversion of
County Botanical Gardens in Buffalo,
the one-way roadway to a two-way
New York. SEQR documentation Client
roadway, the effect it would have on
included the completion and filing of Buffalo & Erie County Botanical Gardens
Level of Service, the compatibility of Society, Inc.
the SEQR FEAF for submission to the
existing conditions with the NYSDOT
Lead Agency. Topographic and Utility Completion
Highway Design Manual and traffic
Survey was provided for the 11-acre 2019
control devices in compliance with
property which the Botanical Gardens
the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Services Provided
is located within South Park. Survey
Devices.
SEQR documentation
Traffic Impact Study
Buffalo Skyway, Route 5, The Study will include prudent

options for the infrastructure, and
Buffalo, NY
will examine, at a minimum: the
The Buffalo Skyway (Skyway) is an long-term feasibility of maintaining
important component of the Buffalo the existing structure; replacement
metropolitan area transportation of the existing structure on current
network, serving commuters, tourists alignment; replacement of the existing
and freight traffic for more than 50 structure on a different alignment; and
years. The Skyway, built in 1959, removal of the Skyway altogether and
provides an important transportation upgrading infrastructure elsewhere
connection to interstate highways within the Regional transportation
Client
and the downtown core, and supports network, including expressways and
NYSDOT
mobility and economic growth local facilities, to accommodate the
throughout the region. expected diverted traffic. Completion
2021
The Buffalo Skyway Study is being Foit-Albert’s Scope of Work for the
Services Provided
initiated in the form of a Planning nearly ten mile corridor included Survey
Study and then an Environmental establishing Primary Horizontal Engineering
Impact Study (EIS) to determine the Control for the project, establishing
long-term viability of the Skyway photogrammetric ground control, field
prepare a Highway Boundary Plan and
expressway corridor including the edit of the photogrammetric base
Right-of-Way Plan. Currently, Foit-
existing 5,800-foot-long viaduct. The mapping, prepare a Dig Safely NY
Albert is in the process of preparing
Skyway is a segment of NY Route 5, Design Request and compile and map
nearly 70 acquisition maps on a very
and the project limits extend from underground utilities, soil boring layout
aggressive schedule.
Church Street west (south) 1.8 miles. and as-builts, prepare a bathymetric
The viaduct, consisting of 52 spans, survey of a portion of the Buffalo In addition, Foit-Albert also assisted in
carries NY Route 5 over the Buffalo River at the former railroad bridge in gathering traffic data and participated
River and I-190. The Study will consider the vicinity of the Buckeye Terminal in numerous meetings throughout the
the long-term needs of the Skyway plant, obtain hydraulic cross sections project.
corridor and will develop and evaluate of the Buffalo River to support a HEC
the reasonableness and prudence of RAS Study, establish right-of-way and
feasible alternatives and options. property lines along the corridor and
AECOM 17
BJh
advisors
BJH Advisors including Belmont Park on Long
Island. In Buffalo and Western New Certified Minority
BJH Advisors, LLC (BJH) is an York, BJH has worked with state and
economic development and real local officials to gain a unique and and Woman-Owned
estate planning advisory firm that comprehensive understanding of the Business Enterprise
specializes in assisting clients on tax, socioeconomic, development,
Minority and Woman-Owned
a variety of planning and financing and market landscapes of the area,
Business Enterprise Status
issues related to the development of including the recent New York State
both commercial and housing assets. Buffalo Corridor Competition. BJH is also a certified Minority
BJH’s clients represent both public and Woman-Owned Business
BJH is a limited liability corporation Enterprise (MWBE) with the
sector entities and private firms, such
with offices at 224 Centre Street (5th following entities:
as local development corporations,
Floor), New York, NY, 10013, and 1
operating businesses, developers and • New York City
Dock 72 Way, 8th Floor, BNY WeWork,
institutional non-profits. Kei Hayashi
Brooklyn, NY, 11205. • New York State (through Empire
and Michael Meola, principals of BJH,
have over 40 years of governmental Services State Development)
and private sector development • Real Estate and Urban Planning • Port Authority of NY and NJ
experience. Analysis
• City of Philadelphia, PA
Via years of engagements throughout • Public Policy Evaluation
New York State, BJH has developed • The Commonwealth of
a unique expertise in public financing • Financial Feasibility Analysis (public Pennsylvania
of prominent development projects finance, non-profit finance, and real
alongside a meticulous analytical estate finance)
approach to market evaluation. As • Incentives Evaluation, Eligibility, and
the head of the NYC IDA, Kei Hayashi Application
managed the public financing of
a variety of high-profile projects, • Public Private Partnership
including the Mets and Yankees Structuring
stadiums in New York City. We have • Infrastructure Finance and Tax Policy
subsequently worked on other
stadium projects in the Northeast,
18 AECOM
Related experience
Belmont Park new retail, hotel and entertainment

Client
facilities. ESD’s designated
Redevelopment: Civic and Empire State Development
development partner has also agreed
Land Use Improvement to invest in site and transportation Completion
Project, Belmont Park, improvements that will enhance 2019
Elmont, NY accessibility and improve the public

realm. BJH’s role included assisting
BJH provided financial and economic with the draft Environmental Impact
advisory services to Empire State Statement (EIS) and analyzing the
Development in the redevelopment of economic and fiscal impacts of the
a portion of surplus land at Belmont project, which include the creation of
Park in Nassau County. The privately over 3,000 permanent jobs and 10,000
funded project will create a new home construction worker-years.
for the New York Islanders, as well as
Buffalo Skyway River Loop, reframe the entire system for new use.
Client
The Skyway River Loop submission
Buffalo, NY ESD/New York State Corridor Competition
called for new local bridge connections
BJH was a member of the award- between the Inner and Outer Harbor Completion
2020
winning Team Skyway River Loop at Michigan Avenue and at Ohio Street
submission in the 2019 New York near the southern terminus of the City
State Buffalo Corridor Competition. Ship Canal, thereby linking existing
Led by Marvel Architects, the Team waterfront neighborhoods together
placed second in a field of over 100 while also supporting their further
submissions that proposed new development and use. BJH provided
visions for Buffalo’s current Skyway an assessment of economic impacts,
Corridor – an iconic but aging bridge possible funding strategies, and high-
that dominates the city’s waterfront. level cost estimates to support the
The Team envisioned keeping the proposal.
Skyway and adding new street-level
greenway and access features to
NYCIDA Transactional decisions regarding Agency policies

Client
for insurance requirements, developer
Sampling, New York, NY New York City Industrial Development
fees, and recapture issues, but through Agency
While leading NYCIDA, Kei Hayashi NYCIDA’s position within the New
Duration
worked on a variety of high-profile York City Economic Development
1998-2007
projects that either issued bonds Corporation, Kei was also often
or received incentive packages representing the City’s broader
through negotiated transactions interests when the underlying real
with the Agency. Not only was Kei estate for projects was situated on
working on the NYCIDA side of City-owned property.
discussions, leading analysis and
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Patriot Design & PDC offers Building Engineering

(mechanical, plumbing, and fire Certified Service-
Consulting protection) with expertise in
healthcare, higher education, and Disabled Veteran-
Tolman Engineering, Architecture
& Surveying dba Patriot Design &
commercial buildings. Owned Business
Consulting (PDC) is a multi-discipline PDC provides architectural expertise Service-Disabled Veteran-
firm, with full service offerings including and excellence in all projects from Owned Business Status
extensive regional experience in early programming stage, to existing Patriot Design is a New York
water resource engineering and civil/ conditions investigations and State Certified Service-Disabled
site infrastructure design for Federal, documentation, schematic design, Veteran-Owned Business.
State, and Municipal facilities. PDC design development, construction
now provides complete architectural documents and construction
administration. Architectural structure to understand all potential
services from schematic and design,
expertise includes Healthcare, fuel sources and possible hazards that
to developing construction documents
including HVAC, in active hospitals, may be present. In-house plumbing
and performing construction
ICRA, Building Envelope Upgrades specialties include site and building
administration. Team expertise in
and Energy Performance, and Historic legionella control, pumping systems,
space planning and interior finish work
Preservation. lift stations, sewage ejectors, tanks
has been showcased in recent projects
and utilities, domestic water plumbing,
for renovation and new construction PDC’s plumbing and fire protection
storm and sanitary drainage, rain water
of medical, administrative, and engineers approach every project with
collection, and backflow prevention.
educational facilities in NY and PA. a holistic view of the building and/or
20 AECOM
Related experience
Hudson Cliffs Survey, Site is a (±)507.923-acre property

Client
that was formerly used for brick
City of Kingston, Ulster Ecology and Environment Engineering and
manufacturing, cement manufacturing, Geology, P.C. (E&E)/WSP
County, NY and a quarry, and several residences
Completion
had been located on the Site. Brickyard
Ecology and Environment Engineering 2020
operations on the Site ceased in the
and Geology, P.C. ( E & E) has been
1950s and cement factory operations Services
requested by the NYS Office of Parks, Topographic Survey
ceased in the 1990s or early 2000s.
Recreation and Historic Preservation Bathymetric Survey
The Site has been vacant since that
(OPRHP) to prepare a proposal
time. New York State Office of Parks,
to conduct an hydrogeological
Recreation and Historic Preservation
investigation at a parcel of land located
(Parks) is requesting that E & E
in East Kingston, Ulster County, New
investigate this property to determine
York. As part of this investigation
if it is suitable for use as a future State
bathymetric & topographic survey
Park area. It is requested that the
activities will be required in support of
surveying Subcontractor provide a
investigation activities for this area.
cost for the following scope of work
The property is located at 566 to 632
for this project. Patriot Design &
First Avenue (and other addresses),
Consulting (subconsultant) completed
in the City of Kingston and Town of
this project by providing bathymetric
Ulster, Ulster County, New York. The
and topographic surveys.
West River Shoreline Parks property on the west side of

Client
West River Road across from 4033
Habitat Enhancement, Ecology and Environment Engineering and
West River Road, Town of Grand Island, Geology, P.C. (E&E)/WSP
Design Grand Island, Erie Erie County, New York. The project
County, NY area is approximately 5.5 acres and Completion
2020
consists of approximately 915 linear
Ecology and Environment Engineering feet of shoreline. OPRHP is requesting Services
and Geology, P.C. ( E & E) has been that E & E provide a design that will Topographic Survey
Bathymetric Survey
requested by the NYS Office of Parks, protect and conserve the existing Collected Water Level Elevations
Recreation and Historic Preservation shoreline from erosional forces that
(OPRHP) to prepare a proposal occur do to wind and wave action,
to provide a design for a habitat as well as expand and enhance the
enhancement project along the west in water and shoreline habitat value.
branch of the Niagara River. As part of Patriot Design & Consulting provided
this design, bathymetric & topographic E & E with both topographic and
survey results will be required. The bathymetric surveys for this project.
project is located on New York State
Niagara Gorge Pump, exhaust fans, electric unit heaters, and

Client
length of ductwork. The replacement
Station Lewiston, NY New York Power Authority (NYPA)/ GHD
overcomes the challenge of equipment
This project included updating quickly corroding and breaking down Completion
2020
the existing wet well and dry well due the harsh chemical environment
ventilation systems located within the that it is required to function in. Services
Field investigation
Niagara Gorge Pump Station on the MEP Engineering provided for power HVAC ventilation
south tail of the Robert Moses Dam, in to the new air handlers, exhaust fans, Electrical upgrades for drive & controller
Lewiston, New York. and unit heaters in the wells, as well as
The upgrades to the system included HVAC ventilation, power and lighting in
replacing existing air handler units, the new elevator machine room.
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b. Staffing proposal
i. Identification of individuals who will be assigned to the project, plus names and titles
of all team members and the office location of each team member
Simply put, we have convened a team of our top experts in sports economics, real estate advisory, design, urban planning
+ design, and cost consulting. Our spors economics + design team has deployed on new build and renovated multipurpose
sports + entertainment venues throughout the US that are not only complex, but delivered on aggressive schedules across
a variety of delivery methods. Completing our team our two M/WBE firms: Foit-Albert Consultants (MBE) and Patriot
Design & Consulting (SDVOB) for Site Analysis and Infrastructure Assessment, and BJH Advisors (M/WBE) for Real
Estate Analysis and Public Finance Advisory services.
Project team
organization
Jon Niemuth, FAIA, LEED AP

Principal in Charge
Brian Parker, IEDC, AICPA

Project Manager/Sports
Economics Lead
Brandon Liebst, AIA, Hein le Roux, MRICS,

Garrett Harper, CFA
LEED AP PMAQS
Real Estate Lead
Project Design Lead Cost Consulting Lead
Consultant Team
M/WBE (30% Goal) + SDVOB (6% Goal)
MBE M/WBE SDVOB
Foit-Albert Consultants BJH Advisors Patriot Design & Consulting
Site Analysis and Infrastructure Real Estate Analysis and Public Site Analysis and Infrastructure
Assessment Finance Advisory Assessment
Gregory R. Carballada, AIA, Kei Hayashi Rex Tolman, PE

LEED AP Principal Civil Engineering Principal/
President, Principal in Charge Managing Partner
Michael Meola
Gerard J. Sentz, PE Principal Brian Pound, PE
Vice President, Engineering Partner/Civil Engineer, LEED
Maggie Haight
Michael J. Pohl, PLS Director Sudath Alvis, PE
Chief of Survey Senior Civil Engineer
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Team Member Name Title Project Role Office Location Firm
Prime Consultant: AECOM
Jon Niemuth, FAIA, NCARB, Vice President, Director of Principal in Charge Kansas City, MO AECOM
LEED AP AECOM Sports, Americas
Brian Parker, IEDC, AICPA Principal, National Director, Project Manager Chicago, IL AECOM
Sports Economics
Garrett Harper, CFA Managing Principal, Real Estate Lead Chicago, IL AECOM
Associate Vice President,
Economics + Advisory
Practice Leader, Americas
Brandon Liebst, AIA, LEED Senior Associate, Senior Project Design Lead Kansas City, MO AECOM
AP Project Designer
Hein le Roux, MRICS, Associate Principal Surveyor, Cost Consulting Lead Kansas City, MO AECOM
PMAQS Sports Cost Management
Director
M/WBE + SDVOB Team Members
Gregory R. Carballada, AIA, President, Principal in Charge Site Analysis and Infrastructure Buffalo, NY Foit-Albert Consultants
LEED AP Assessment MBE
Gerard J. Sentz, PE Vice President, Engineering Site Analysis and Infrastructure Buffalo, NY Foit-Albert Consultants
Assessment MBE
Michael J. Pohl, PLS Chief of Survey Site Analysis and Infrastructure Buffalo, NY Foit-Albert Consultants
Assessment MBE
Kei Hayashi Principal Real Estate Analysis and Public Brooklyn, NY BJH Advisors M/WBE
Finance Advisory
Michael Meola Principal Real Estate Analysis and Public Brooklyn, NY BJH Advisors M/WBE
Finance Advisory
Maggie Haight Director Real Estate Analysis and Public Brooklyn, NY BJH Advisors M/WBE
Finance Advisory
Rex Tolman, PE Civil Engineering Principal/ Site Analysis and Infrastructure Rochester, NY Patriot Design &
Managing Partner Assessment Consulting SDVOB
Brian Pound, PE Partner/Civil Engineer, LEED Site Analysis and Infrastructure Rochester, NY Patriot Design &
Assessment Consulting SDVOB
Sudath Alvis, PE Senior Civil Engineer Site Analysis and Infrastructure Rochester, NY Patriot Design &
Assessment Consulting SDVOB
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ii. Professional licensing information

BJH Advisors, LLC (MBE) Foit-Albert Associates
7/21/2020 B2Gnow
NEW YORK STATE NEW YORK STATE

MINORITY- AND WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE ("MWBE") MINORITY- AND WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE ("MWBE")
CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATION
Empire State Development's Division of Minority and Women's Business Development grants a Empire State Development's Division of Minority and Women's Business Development grants a
Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)

pursuant to New York State Executive Law, Article 15-A to: pursuant to New York State Executive Law, Article 15-A to:
BJH Advisors, LLC Foit -Albert Associates Architecture, Engineering and Surveying, P.C.
Certification Awarded on: July 21, 2020 Certification Awarded on: September 27, 2018
Expiration Date: July 21, 2025 Expiration Date: September 27, 2023
File ID#: MBE- 55609 File ID#: 1928
BJH Advisors, LLC (WBE) Tolman Engineering, Architecture & Surveying,

7/21/2020 B2Gnow
PLLC d/b/a Patriot Design & Consulting
NEW YORK STATE

MINORITY- AND WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESS ENTERPRISE ("MWBE")
CERTIFICATION
Empire State Development's Division of Minority and Women's Business Development grants a
Women Business Enterprise (WBE)

https://ny.newnycontracts.com/FrontPage/DiversityMain.asp?XID=9077 1/1
pursuant to New York State Executive Law, Article 15-A to:
BJH Advisors, LLC

Certification Awarded on: July 21, 2020
Expiration Date: July 21, 2025
File ID#: WBE- 55609
• Gerard J. Sentz, PE, Site Analysis and Infrastructure

iii. Resumes, if not already provided, in Assessment
response to the Pre-Qualified RFP • Michael J. Pohl, PLS, Site Analysis and Infrastructure
Resumes for the following key individuals identified in our Assessment
staffing proposal are provided in the pages that follow:
• Kei Hayashi, Real Estate Advisory
• Jon Niemuth, FAIA, LEED AP, Principal in Charge
• Michael Meola, Real Estate Advisory
• Brian Parker, IEDC, AICPA, Project Manager/Sports
https://ny.newnycontracts.com/FrontPage/DiversityMain.asp?XID=9077 1/1
• Maggie Haight, Real Estate Advisory

Economics Lead
• Rex Tolman, PE, Site Analysis and Infrastructure
• Garrett Harper, CFA, Real Estate Lead
Assessment
• Brandon Liebst, AIA, LEED AP, Project Design Lead
• Brian Pound, PE, Site Analysis and Infrastructure
• Hein le Roux, MRICS, PMAQS, Cost Consulting Lead Assessment
• Gregory R. Carballada, AIA, LEED AP, Site Analysis and • Sudath Alvis, PE, Site Analysis and Infrastructure
Infrastructure Assessment Assessment
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Jon Niemuth, FAIA, LEED AP

Principal in Charge
With a 25-year career focused in sports, Jon is a recognized expert in sports +

entertainment venue design. He has a reputation for delivering world-class design solutions
that maximize revenue for owners/operators and deliver an unforgettable spectator
experience.
Education Accreditation Affiliations

Master of Architecture, University of Registered Architect, AK, AZ, CA, GA, IL, ME, Fellow, American Institute of Architects
Wisconsin at Milwaukee, 1995 MO, MS, TX, WI, WV, CT (inactive) AIA Missouri Board of Directors
Master of Urban Planning/Urban Design, NCARB Certified Kansas City Chapter of AIA
University of Wisconsin at Milwaukee, 1995 LEED Accredited Professional
Bachelor of Architectural Studies, University
of Wisconsin at Milwaukee, 1992
Certificate of Preservation Studies, University
of Wisconsin at Milwaukee, 1995
Jon is a vice president and director of AECOM’s sports + » Cleveland NFL Stadium Study, Cleveland Browns,
venues practice in the Americas. His broad-based sports Cleveland, OH
design repertoire ranges from professional to collegiate » Domed Stadium Study, Detroit Lions, Detroit, MI
and domestic to international across a spectrum of sports,
» Planet Park Feasibility Study, Chicago Bears, Gary, IN
including football, soccer, baseball, basketball and hockey.
In these diverse settings, he has executed designs with » O.co Coliseum (fka Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum)
both wide-ranging cultural and architectural influences Renovation Study, Oakland Raiders + Oakland Athletics,
while ensuring the facility’s design integrates today’s Oakland, CA
modern amenities, flexibility, sustainability and cutting-edge » Inglewood Basketball & Entertainment Center, L.A.
technology. Clippers, Inglewood, CA
» Golden 1 Center, Sacramento Kings, Sacramento, CA
Experience Highlights » Spectrum Center, Charlotte Hornets, Charlotte, NC
» Reference Project Buffalo NFL Stadium Site Options – New Arena
Analysis (2014), State of New York, NY – Renovation + Upgrades
» Reference Project Health + Wellness Campus Sports » Capital One Arena, Washington Wizards + Washington
Facility Market Demand Analysis, Baton Rouge, LA Capitals, Washington, DC
» Lumen Field, Exhibition Center + Parking Garage, Seattle » FedExForum Arena + Office Building, Memphis Grizzlies,
Seahawks, Seattle, WA Memphis, TN
» Stadium Study, Cincinnati Bengals, Cincinnati, OH » Amalie Arena Renovation, Tampa Bay Lightning, Tampa,
FL
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Brian Parker, IEDC, AICPA

Project Manager/Sports Economics Lead
Brian developed AECOM’s proprietary Attractions Modeling Program (AMP)

to help our clients AMP up their sports and entertainment tourism revenue.
Our AMP model enables you, your stakeholders and community to fully
understand financial and operational impacts to achieve revenue-generating
solutions customized for your specific market.
Education Affiliations
Bachelor of Business Administration, International Economic Development Council
Accountancy, University of Notre Dame, 1995 (IEDC)
American Institute of Certified Public
Accountants (AICPA)
Brian is a principal and AECOM’s national director of sports Economics team to help evaluate the potential economic
economics. He brings over 23 years of leadership and and fiscal impacts related to the potential development
expertise in public assembly venue research, planning and of a new NFL stadium and related ancillary development
analysis, providing advisory services to private entities in the region. In under three weeks, the AECOM team
and public sector clients. With experience on over 250 developed a preliminary economic impact model
facility- and sports + entertainment-related projects around reflecting the net new impacts of the NFL stadium and
the country, including stadium and arena efforts across all franchise as well as the ancillary development planned
five US major league sports organizations, Brian’s broad for the area around the stadium. The VEDP utilized this
background of expertise will provide critical insights to this information to assist local municipalities in responding to
project. a request for information from the confidential client.
Experience Highlights Relevant NFL Experience*
» Reference Project Health + Wellness Campus Sports » Economic Impact Analysis - Carolina Panthers
Facility Market Demand Analysis, Baton Rouge, LA. In » Economic Impact Analysis - Philadelphia Eagles
a truly collaborative effort, a private developer retained » Economic Impact Analysis - Tennessee Titans
AECOM’s services to provide a feasibility study related to
» Stadium Renovation Analysis - Detroit Lions
the redevelopment of an existing municipal stadium and
the development of a new indoor sports complex, along » Stadium Renovation Analysis -Indianapolis Colts
with a market analysis of the potential for mixed-use » New Stadium Analysis - Minneapolis Vikings
development adjacent to the facilities. In addition, the » Stadium Renovation Analysis - New Orleans Saints
team included AECOM’s sports design studio to provide
» Operations Analysis - Seattle Seahawks
conceptual planning for the site and proposed buildings.
The research conducted by AECOM was used by the » New Stadium Analysis - Dallas Cowboys
developer in securing funding partners, and the project is » Stadium Renovation Analysis - Kansas City Chiefs
slated to begin construction in early 2022. » Stadium Renovation Analysis - St. Louis Rams
• Reference Project Economic Impact Analysis — NFL » New Stadium Analysis - San Diego Chargers
Stadium and Surrounding Development, *Projects completed prior to joining AECOM.
Confidential Location, VA. The Virginia Economic
Development Partnership retained Brian and the AECOM
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Garrett Harper, CFA

Real Estate Lead
Garrett has extensive experience creating dynamic models that inform decision-making
and actionable plans for integrated real estate and infrastructure development for clients in
major metroplitan areas, including New York Metro, Los Angeles and Chicago.
Education Professional Certifications Affiliations

BA Economics, Connecticut CFA, Chartered Financial Analyst Charter Urban Land Institute
College
Garrett leads AECOM’s Economics + Advisory practice in the DPD Underwriting Guidelines, City of Chicago
Americas. The practice has three core focus areas: Urban Department of Planning and Development (DPD),
Policy & Economic Development, Real Estate Advisory, and Chicago, IL. Project Manager. Developed underwriting
Sustainable Economics. His experience leading both public guidelines and model that will allow DPD to more
planning efforts and private development projects allows him consistently evaluate third-party proposals and proformas
to understand how to mediate misalignment of goals and find for new development projects. AECOM crated a set of
the common ground needed to implement new development. interconnected tools including a database of geolocated
real estate data along with an underwriting model for flexible
Experience Highlights
evaluation of typical urban real estate development uses
Reference Project ONE Central Station Real Estate incorporating gap funding identification and testing of
Feasibility Analysis, Landmark Development, Chicago, incentive tools.
IL. Real Estate Lead. As part of AECOM’s ongoing support as
Economic Benefits of 2020 New York Environmental
an investment advisor to Landmark Development, the team
Bond Act, Rebuild By Design, NY. Project Director.
conducted a detailed feasibility study for the Experiential
Evaluating both the short term economic benefits in terms
and Entertainment Districts of the proposed retail program,
of jobs created by the $3 billion Environmental Bond Act
representing the key anchoring elements for the over 1
million square feet of commercial space. Market analysis, Transit-Oriented Development Land Value Capture,
demand estimates, operating pro formas, and business Confidential Client, New York Metro Area, NY. Portfolio
models were prepared for numerous distinct concepts as Development Lead. Review and analyze over 200 sites
well as evaluated as an overall commercial destination. using GIS tools to identify high value prospects for
redevelopment. Additional analysis was performed on
Reference Project ONE Central Station Opportunity
approximately 20 selected sites close to public transit
Assessment, Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, where redevelopment could catalyse further transit-
Chicago, IL. Project Director. ONE Central is an integrated oriented development.
transit-oriented development project in the South Loop
adjacent to Soldier Field where AECOM was tasked with Additional Project Experience
better understanding the fiscal and economic benefits • Reference Project Economic Impact Analysis — NFL
of the project. The study included estimated 40-year Stadium and Surrounding Development,
economic and fiscal benefits on site and off site of the Confidential Location, VA, Real Estate Advisor
proposed mixed-use program, which would be anchored
by a large transit station, and support development of • Reference Project Health + Wellness Campus Sports
about 20 million square feet of residential and commercial Facility Market Demand Analysis, Baton Rouge, LA, Real
development. Estate Lead
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Brandon Liebst, AIA, LEED AP

Project Design Lead
With 23 years of experience, Brandon is one of AECOM’s most accomplished designers of

new and renovated professional and collegiate sports facilities, including football stadiums,
soccer stadiums, training facilities and athletics operation centers.
Education Accreditation Affiliations

Bachelor of Architecture, University of Registered Architect, KS American Institute of Architects
Kansas, 1998 LEED Accredited Professional AIA, Kansas City Pillars Program
As one of AECOM’s top sports designers, Brandon has » Los Angeles New NFL Stadium Design Study, New L.A.
been involved in feasibility studies and/or design of six Franchise, Los Angeles, CA
new or renovated NFL stadiums for the Buffalo Bills, Green » Kansas State University, Bill Snyder Family Stadium
Bay Packers, New Orleans Saints, Indianapolis Colts and Renovation, Manhattan, KS
a new L.A. Franchise. Brandon’s expertise is in developing
» University of Mississippi, Vaught-Hemingway Stadium
conceptual alternatives, exploring and evolving the
Expansion, University, MS
concepts in greater detail to provide the basis for selecting
a single scheme, implementing the chosen alternative » East Carolina University, Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium
and leading the day-to-day design effort to fully develop Renovation, Greenville, NC
and design each building component for final design » University of Houston, Robertson Stadium + Hofheinz
documentation. Pavilion Feasibility + Analysis Study, Houston, TX
» Utah State University, Maverik Stadium West Side
Experience Highlights Renovation, Logan, UT
» Reference Project Buffalo NFL Stadium Site Options » Washington State University, Martin Stadium Renovation
Analysis (2014), State of New York, NY and Expansion, Pullman, WA
» Texas Tech University, Jones AT&T Stadium Expansion,
» Reference Project Health + Wellness Campus Sports
Lubbock, TX
Facility Market Demand Analysis, Baton Rouge, LA
» University of Connecticut, East Hartford, CT
» Lambeau Field Redevelopment and Administration
Addition, Green Bay Packers, Green Bay, WI » Pratt & Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field
» Mercedes-Benz Superdome, SMG/New Orleans Saints, » Rentschler Field Press Box Renovation
New Orleans, LA » University of Kansas, Memorial Stadium Gridiron Club,
– Repairs after Hurricane Katrina Lawrence, KS
– Renovation » University of Miami, Orange Bowl Expansion and
Renovation, Miami, FL
» FedExField 2004 Improvements, Loge Seating,
Washington Football Team, Landover, MD » Fresno State University, Fresno, CA
– Bulldog Stadium Renovation + Football Operations
» Indianapolis Colts New Stadium Study, Indianapolis Colts,
Indianapolis, IN – Bulldog Stadium District + Master Plan
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Hein le Roux, MRICS, PMAQS

Cost Consulting Lead
Recognizing the need to align cost and design from Day 1, Hein developed
AECOM’s proprietary SAINT (Stadium and Arena INvestment Tool) program.
This powerful AECOM tool will help our team balance operational and capital
demands and identify opportunities to inform planning and design early in
the process, ultimately improving your project’s long-term use and revenue.
Education Affiliations
MSc, Sustainable Development and Climate Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered
Change, De Montfort University, 2010 Surveyors (MRICS)
BSc (Hons), Quantity Surveying, University of Professional Member of the Association of
Cape Town, 1997 South African Quantity Surveyors (PMAQS)
Hein is AECOM’s sports cost management director with Experience Highlights

expertise in concept studies, high-level cost planning,
» Reference Project Health + Wellness Campus Sports
financial master planning, strategic procurement and cost
Facility Market Demand Analysis, Baton Rouge, LA
management for professional, civic and collegiate sports
facilities. » University of Mississippi, Oxford, MS
– Vaught-Hemingway Stadium Expansion
Hein developed AECOM’s SAINT program—a unique
online tool that provides owners with an early indication – The Pavilion at Ole Miss
of a project’s viability before putting pen to paper. Taking » Clemson University, Clemson, SC
in the whole 360-degree scheme vision, SAINT allows for – Memorial Stadium Master Plan
seamless integration of processes that were once linear – Memorial Stadium End Zone Expansions/Renovations
and disconnected: market analysis, cost and revenue
– Littlejohn Coliseum Renovation + Addition
projections, and design synthesis.
» Arkansas State University, Jonesboro, AR
– Centennial Bank Stadium Expansion
– Centennial Bank Athletic Operations Center
» Temple University, New Temple University Stadium,
Philadelphia, PA
» East Carolina University, Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium
Southside Renovation + Master Plan, Greenville, NC
» University of South Carolina, Williams-Brice Stadium
Premium Seating Study, Columbia, SC
» Amalie Arena Renovation, Tampa Bay Lightning, Tampa,
FL
» Spectrum Center Renovation + Upgrades, Charlotte
Hornets, Charlotte, NC
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Role: Principal-In-Charge
Intimate knowledge of Buffalo Bills Franchise; 40+ years’

experience in his field; Extensive experience in site
analysis
Gregory R. Carballada, RA, LEED AP has been practicing architecture for over 38 years. As the
GREGORY R. CARBALLADA, AIA current President of Foit-Albert Associates, Greg is a hands-on leader, managing several projects
LEED AP, President, Principal in Charge which range in size and complexity. He blends his experience as an architect and project manager
with an effective mentoring style to bring teams together, working for the common goals of clients,
and in effect, driving the success of the firm and the projects. Under his direction, the firm provides
architectural, engineering, surveying & environmental services for Federal, State, Municipal and
Private Clients.
Greg offers a unique perspective in this project as he has an intimate involvement with the
Buffalo Bills Franchise. His father was the voice of the Buffalo Bills for over 30 years, which
created an unparalleled lifelong relationship.
Grain Elevator Illumination

Erie Canal Harbor Development Corp.
 Role: Principal-In-Charge
 Responsibilities: oversaw preparations of a master plan outlining the phasing and
Years of Experience: implementation of multi-media projections at selected historic grain elevators and
Total Years Experience: 40 bridges along the Buffalo River
Years with Foit-Albert: 22
 Key elements: Master plan included assessments of existing conditions, goals of the
project, an implementation strategy detailing site specific concepts and design
Education:
B.A., Architecture, SUNY at Buffalo, 1981 strategies, and schedule for design and implementation
Registration: Redevelopment of the DL&W Terminal

1991, Architecture, NYS #022435 Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority
2009, LEEDTM AP New Construction Accredited  Role: Principal-In-Charge
Professional
 Responsibilities: oversaw an assessment to establish a benchmark for discussions
NYSDOL Asbestos Project Designer
with the NFTA to determine a mutually acceptable scope of work for improvements
necessary to accommodate the proposed reuse of the facility.
Affiliations:
• Stanford University Graduate School  Key elements: comprehensive assessment utilizing existing studies and performing
of Business Latino Entrepreneurship additional studies, documenting conditions, for redevelopment project.
Initiative
• Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses Buffalo Convention Center Market Analysis & Feasibility Study
Program Erie County
• Inner City Capital Connections
 Role: Principal-In-Charge
Executive Education program
 Responsibilities: provided local coordination with Erie County and other
• Port Authority of New York &
New Jersey Principals Academy stakeholders on a market analysis, feasibility study, concept design and locational
• American Institute of Architects study for the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center property.
• Latino Business Action Network  Key elements: documentation of existing conditions to identify potential impacts on
• New York City Hispanic Chamber of the existing facility, as well as utility, stormwater and structural features which could
Commerce result from upgrades in program technology, functionality and code requirements.
• Society of Hispanic Professional
Engineers New York City Comprehensive Master Plan
• Association of Latino Professionals for The University at Buffalo
America New York
• New York City Building Congress  Role: Project Architect
• Latino American Who’s Who  Responsibilities: Developed a comprehensive physical plan for SUNY Buffalo.
• Chairman, Episcopal Church Home &  Key elements: project included developing alternative scenarios for physical growth on
Affiliates, Canterbury Woods Board of and off campus for all aspects of campus development
Directors
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Role: Project Manager
Experience with Buffalo Bills franchise; Familiarity with

daily and game-day operations at/around Buffalo Bills
Stadium as Erie County Department of Public Works
Commissioner
Gerard J. Sentz, PE (Jerry) is Vice President of Engineering managing all transportation,

GERARD J. SENTZ, PE site/civil, environmental, inspection and emergency management staff in all offices to
Vice President, Engineering assure that clients are given the best uniform service and product across the State. Mr.
Sentz brings over 30 years of engineering experience in both public and private practice
including eleven years as Commissioner of the Erie County Department of Public Works.
There he managed a staff of more than 300 individuals, including over 175 people in the
Division of Highways, consisting of five districts covering more than 2,450 miles of County
roads.
Erie County DPW Commissioner

Various Projects
 Responsible for Buffalo Bills Stadium and surrounding site for the County
 County representative during all Buffalo Bills game days
 Intimately familiar with all day-to-day operations at Buffalo Bills stadium
and surrounding site
Years of Experience:  Responsible for all transportation and infrastructure needs during Buffalo
Total Years Experience: 38 Bills game days
Years with Foit-Albert: 7  Yearly review and recommendations for improvements to infrastructure
and to keep traffic flowing smoothly
Education:
M.S., Civil Engineering, SUNY at Buffalo, 1982 Ralph Wilson Stadium Lighting
B.S., Civil Engineering, SUNY at Buffalo, 1981 Erie County
 Role: Project Manager
Registration:  Responsibilities: Erie County, in working with the Buffalo Bills football
1986, Engineer, NYS #062576 franchise, was required to upgrade the lighting at the stadium to meet
1995, Engineer, PA #PE049522E current standards. Mr. Sentz oversaw the design with instant strike lights
1995, Engineer, Ohio, PE.59239 and facilitated a design meeting for an OSHA acceptable method of changing
the lights when required.
Affiliations:  Key elements: experience with Buffalo Bills Stadium work
American Society of Civil Engineers
National Society of Oneonta Parking Garage & Parking Study
Professional Engineers Empire State Development Corp.
American Public Works Association  Role: Principal-in-Charge

 Responsibilities: oversaw the transportation planning aspects of
SUNY Buffalo Department of Civil, Structural & infrastructure inventory and assessment for an existing conditions study of
Environmental Engineering Advisory Panel three-level public parking structure. Analyzed parking situation at street-
side parking, 3 public surface parking lots.
Appointments & Awards:  Key elements: study for multiple parking locations including parking garage
Emergency Management A.S. Degree Program Advisory for Empire State Development Corp.
Council – Erie Community College 1/1/16-12/31/18
Member of University of Buffalo CSEE Advisory Panel Highway Design Services for Route 5 (Skyway) Scoping Study
NSPE, Engineering Manager of the Year, 2009 New York State Department of Transportation, Region 5
APWA, Management Innovation Award -- October
 Role: Team Leader
Storm Response Efforts, March 2007
APWA, Public Works Leader of Year Award, March  Responsibilities: oversaw the Planning Study and Environmental Impact
2006 Study to determine the long-term viability of the Skyway expressway
APWA, Technical Innovation Award -- Peak Load corridor, a section of NY Route 5, and evaluate the reasonableness and
Reduction Project, March 2005 prudence of feasible alternatives and options.
Sterling Who's Who, 1996  Key elements: study included prudent options for the infrastructure and
Who's Who of Business Leaders, 1994/1995 examined feasibility of maintaining existing structure, replacing the
NSPE, Engineer of the Year, 1993 structure on current and different alignment, and removal of the Skyway to
upgrade elsewhere.
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Role: Chief of Survey
40+ years’ experience in his field; Extensive experience in

Utility survey; Many projects for Empire State
Development and its subsidiaries
Mr. Pohl is Vice President of Survey and has over 40 years of field and office experience
MICHAEL J. POHL, PLS with ROW and easement surveys, high-definition laser scanning, cadastral/ boundary
Chief of Survey surveys, GPS/GIS control surveys, hydraulic and bathymetric surveys, photogrammetric
control surveys, hazardous waste/landfill construction and monitoring, topographic
surveys, construction layout, subdivision/map cover preparation and ALTA/NSPS Land
Title surveys.
Highway Design Services for Route 5 (Skyway) Scoping Study

New York State Department of Transportation, Region 5
 Role: Survey Manager
 Responsibilities: oversaw the field survey and mapping efforts related to
the Right-of-Way Survey and Mapping. The services include Highway
Boundary and Property Line Determination, the preparation of an Abstract
Request Map and the preparation of approximately 61 Acquisition Maps.
 Key elements: Survey to support the design of the Skyway bypass
alternatives
Years of Experience:
Total Years Experience: 44 Buffalo Inner Harbor Canalside As-Built Survey
Years with Foit-Albert: 24 Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation
 Role: Chief of Survey
Education
AAS, Paul Smith’s College, Forestry, Surveying, 1977  Responsibilities: provided a final As-Built Survey of Buffalo’s Canalside site.
The Record Survey identified planimetric features, 1’ contours and spot
Registration/Certifications elevations on an approximate 50’ grid and at grade breaks.
Professional Land Surveyor,  Key elements: The detailed survey identified all constructed above ground
New York, 1992 and below ground features within the site.
Professional Land Surveyor, Pennsylvania, 1996
OSHA 29 CFR 1910 40-hour Health and Safety Training Buffalo Outer Harbor
for Hazardous Waste Site Operations Erie Canal Harbor Development Corporation
Fall Protection Training
 Role: Chief of Survey
 Responsibilities: Provided Boundary, Topographic, Utility and
Affiliations
Bathymetric Survey of the 21-acre Parcel OH in Buffalo’s Outer Harbor
NYS Association of Professional Land Surveyors
 Key elements: Survey included utilities, shoreline, berms, buildings, fence
Niagara Frontier Land Surveyors Association (Past Board
lines, surface and other topographic features. Foit-Albert’s services included
Member)
the establishment of horizontal and vertical control, the location of all surface
American Congress on Surveying and Mapping
features and water depths along the southern shore of the Seaway Pier.
Empire State Development Corporation

Buffalo, New York
 Role: Survey Manager
 Responsibilities: Provided Survey and Mapping Services for the Empire State
Development Corporation at Buffalo’s Inner Harbor site and topographic
survey for railroad right-of-way.
 Key elements: established the CSX Railroad right-of-way for the Amtrak line
from the Amtrak Station on Exchange Street westerly for approximately a half
mile. The right-of-way consisted of numerous PSC Grade Crossing parcels and
alignments.
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BJh
advisors
Kei Hayashi khayashi@bjhadvisors.com

Principal
EDUCATION Kei Hayashi, Partner at BJH Advisors, has extensive

experience advising clients on innovative financing
1992 and development strategies for real estate projects.
Master of Public Affairs Kei gained expertise in economic development
Woodrow Wilson School of financing tools and real estate development through
Public and Int’l. Affairs leadership positions at New York City Economic De-
Princeton University velopment Corp., where among other responsibilities
1987 she was the executive director of the New York City
Wesleyan University Industrial Development Agency (NYCIDA). Kei advis-
Bachelor of Arts es clients on public processes and provides market
National Merit Scholar and economic analysis related to development de-
cision-making. She is an MSRB Series 50 Municipal
Advisor. Besides leading BJH, Kei is on the board of
WORK EXPERIENCE the Brooklyn Navy Yard and the Riders Alliance.
2010-Present Recent Experience: Kei/BJH recently completed the
Principal financial component of the New York City Economic
BJH Advisors, LLC Development Corporation’s master plan for Sunnyside
2007-Present Yards, where PILOT and development opportunity
Adjunct Professor of Planning benefits to the public sector were compared to the
New York University costs of platforming and other required infrastruc-
Wagner School of Public Service ture. Kei was also the advisor to the Moynihan Station
Development Corporation and the State of New York
2008 – 2010 on a financing for the Phase 2 train hall improvements
Vice President at Moynihan Station. She also worked with BAE Urban
BAE Urban Economics Economics in the evaluation of the Mandatory Inclu-
New York City Office sionary Housing Program for the City of New York.
1995 – 2007 Private Clients: Private sector clients have included
Various Positions at NYC RXR, TF Cornerstone, Taconic, Regional Plan Asso-
Economic Development ciation (study of airport related development), Civic
Corporation (NYCEDC) Hall at Union Square, REBNY, Mount Sinai, Stanford
• Executive Director of NYC University, Cypress Hills Development Corp., and the
Industrial Development Agency Council of Fashion Designers of America.
(NYCIDA)
• Deputy Director of NYCIDA While at NYCIDA, Kei worked on developing financing
• SVP, Financing Initiatives products, including bond programs, to assist a range
Division of borrowers – from small industrial and non-profit
entities to large governmental issuers. Kei was in a
1994 leadership position at NYCIDA when the Mets and
Associate Consultant Yankees used tax-exempt bonds to finance new stadi-
New York Consulting Partners um assets and oversaw NYCIDA policy and approvals
1992-1994 for the Hudson Yards property tax structure which
Special Projects, Office of Senator contributed to the financing of the No. 7 Subway line
Frank Lautenberg extension. Kei is familiar with municipal bond financ-
ing requirements and as well as the various options
1987-1988 public borrowers have to structure their capital mar-
Regional Plan Association kets transactions.
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BJh
advisors
Michael Meola
Principal
mmeola@bjhadvisors.com
EDUCATION Michael Meola, Partner at BJH Advisors, regularly

2004 advises governmental units, non-profits, and private
Master of Science developers on a range of real estate and policy
Real Estate Development matters. Core services include financial feasibility
Columbia University analysis; project development and structuring;
project management; estimating and application for
2001 financial incentives; zoning and development capacity
Juris Doctor analysis; site searches and evaluation; negotiating
Suffolk University Law School with development partners and landlords/sellers;
and, for the public sector, policy advice around
1989
Bachelor of Arts area redevelopment strategies and revenue capture
Hamilton College districts.
Representative Current Engagement: For NYC
WORK EXPERIENCE Economic Development Corporation, providing real
2012-Present estate financial feasibility services for the Sunnyside
Partner Yard Master Planning Study. The scope of services
BJH Advisors, LLC includes analysis and modeling of office, residential,
retail, hotel, and industrial products, including
2011 development feasibility, land value, and tax estimation.
Consultant Experience: From 2002-2010 Michael held positions in
Cushman & Wakefield, Inc. the Bloomberg administration. Most recently he was
Executive Vice President for Strategy & Policy at the
2008-2010 NYC Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC).
Exectutive Vice President He managed a portfolio review of the several hundred
NYC Economic Development real estate assets managed by NYCEDC, including
Corporation the almost 8 million sf at Brooklyn Army Terminal
and Bush Terminal; South Street Seaport; Hunts
2006-2008 Point Food Market; Homeport, SI; and the Metrotech
Vice President portfolio in Downtown Brooklyn. He was involved
Hudson Yards Development with economic development and planning exercises
Corporation for several districts including Sunset Park, Gowanus,
Coney Island, and Manhattan’s Garment Center.
2002-2006 Under his leadership, EDC launched its Start-Up
Vice President Incubator program, which subsequently grew to a
NYC Economic Development network of 10 industry-specific sites around the city.
Corporation
From 2002 to 2008 Michael worked on the Hudson
1990-2001 Yards project. As Vice President of Development
Worked in a variety of capacities at HYDC, he was responsible for managing the
in Boston, MA, including as a real financial feasibility study that underpinned Hudson
estate developer and broker, and Yards Infrastructure Corporation’s (HYIC) $3 billion
for the Boston Redevelopment bond issuance program. As a consultant he was
Authority involved with HYIC’s second bond issue in 2011, and
the refinancing of the bonds in 2017. He has been
Bar Admission: NY, MA involved on multiple other projects and studies in the
Licensed RE Broker: NY Hudson Yards area since 2010.
Member: REBNY
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BJh
advisors
Maggie Haight
Director
mhaight@bjhadvisors.com
EDUCATION Maggie Haight is an experienced project manager

and financial modeler. Her recent projects at BJH
2013 include managing a team of architects, engineers, and
Master of Public Affairs financial analysts to evaluate the real estate portfolio
Woodrow Wilson School of of a New York City government agency and identify
Public and Int’l. Affairs sites with the greatest potential for expansion, market
Princeton University value, and highest and best use for each property;
providing real estate analysis to assess supply and
2009 demand for freight and industrial space for the
University of Washington, Seattle FreightNYC report; and multiple financial feasibility
Bachelor of Science projects, from the redevelopment of two landmarked
Economics buildings in lower Manhattan to analyzing the financial
feasibility and potential PILOT structures of multiple
WORK EXPERIENCE development projects and scenarios in northern and
central New Jersey.
2015-Present
Director Previously Maggie has projected value capture
BJH Advisors, LLC potential in the vicinity of the proposed BQX light rail
route, examined the effects of the recently proposed
2013-2015 revisions to the 421-a tax program, and modeled the
Associate benefits of an integrated flood protection system in
Federal Reserve Bank of New York Red Hook. She is able to meticulously manage data to
2009-2011 tell either a big picture policy story or a fine-grained
Community Development Officer development narrative.
Three Rivers Community Action, Maggie also has experience working with
Inc. development teams to evaluate financial feasibility
and assist with navigating public request for proposal
and disposition requirements.
Prior to joining BJH Advisors, Maggie was an
associate at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York.
There, she led a team to automate and visualize
large financial datasets. Her other projects included
examining demographic data and its effects on banks’
consumer compliance and modeling firm losses
under stressed economic scenarios.
Maggie attended graduate school at Princeton’s
Woodrow Wilson School, earning a Master’s in Public
Affairs and a certificate in Urban Planning and Policy.
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STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Rex Tolman, PE
Patriot Design & Consulting, PLLC
Civil Engineering Principal/Managing Partner
A veteran of the United States Army, Rex Tolman founded his

namesake firm (Tolman Engineering, Architecture, & Surveying) in
2002 as a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business. Merging
with another SDVOSB in 2017, Tolman now heads firm services dba
Patriot Design & Consulting, the region’s largest veteran-owned
engineering firm.
VAMC – Water System Improvements – Legionella Plans, VA Butler
Healthcare; Butler, PA; Design Fees $600,385, Estimated
Construction Cost: $4.0 million (Professional services 2015): Senior
civil engineer in developing As-Built Plumbing Drawings and Legionella
Plans for Compliance with VA Directive 1061. Conduct field survey,
meetings, and investigations to complete Legionella Control plans in
compliance with VA Directive 1061 for six buildings on the VA Butler
Healthcare’s campus. Developed a construction budget, developed a
schedule, specifications and working drawings for renovations/new Education
construction. This work included electrical, mechanical, plumbing, BS Civil Engineering
asbestos abatement and site modifications. University of Buffalo (SUNY)
MS Civil Engineering
VAMC – Replace Storm Drain System; Bath, NY; Construction Cost University of Buffalo (SUNY)
$4.1M (Prof. services 2011 – 2012, Construction 2012 – 2013): Sr. Civil
Engineer for Patriot providing the evaluation of the entire Bath VA Medical Professional License
Center storm drainage system to assess existing conditions and NY 068483 (1991)
replacement requirements. The storm drainage improvements designed PA 061703
consists of replacing five existing stormwater outlets, 110 drainage
structures, and 7,330 linear feet of drainage pipe (8” to 36”). The
improvements also include cleaning and re-establishing many existing
drainage ditches.
VAMC – Sanitary Sewer Facility Upgrade; Bath, NY; Design fees: $180,000, Estimated Cost $3.6M;
(Prof. services 2016-2017): Sr. Civil Engineer for Patriot directing utilization of Closed Circuit Televising
(CCTV) of the entire sanitary sewer system to determine the condition of all pipe and manholes in the
system. Based on the CCTV results, main and manholes were evaluated and selected for rehabilitation
and/or replacement. In addition to the collection system, a new sanitary sewer pump station was designed
including 2340 linear feet of 6-inch HDPE force main with bridge crossings, new pump station building,
backup power, new duplex sewer pumps, controls, grinder pump, new glass-fused-to-steel 476,600-gallon
emergency sewage storage tank and appurtenances.
Village of Brocton Water Treatment Plant Upgrade, Brocton, NY; Estimated Cost $6.2M (Prof.
services 2010-2014, Construction 2014); Project Principal for the completion of planning, permitting,
design, construction inspection and construction oversight of major critical improvements to the Village
Water Treatment Plant (WTP). Replacement of single backwash pump with two large capacity pumps and
service pumps with VFDs. 10,700 linear feet of 12-inch water main. Construction of two building for storage
and injection equipment PAC coagulant injection and injection of 25% caustic to stabilize the final treated
water.
Rex Tolman, PE
36 AECOM
STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS
Brian Pound, PE
Patriot Design & Consulting, PLLC
Partner/Civil Engineer, LEED
Mr. Pound has served as Project Manager and/or design engineer on the
majority of Patriot Design & Consulting, PLLC (PDC) contracts since
joining the firm in 2003. He has been continually recognized for his
talents in executing projects smoothly and efficiently.
VAMC – Water System Improvements – Legionella Plans, VA Butler
Healthcare; Butler, PA; Design Fees $600,385, Estimated
Construction Cost: $4.0 million (Professional services 2015):
Project manager in developing As-Built Plumbing Drawings and Legionella
Plans for Compliance with VA Directive 1061. Conduct field survey,
meetings, and investigations to complete Legionella Control plans in
compliance with VA Directive 1061 for six buildings on the VA Butler
Healthcare’s campus. Developed a construction budget, developed a
schedule, specifications and working drawings for renovations/new
construction. This work included electrical, mechanical, plumbing,
asbestos abatement and site modifications. Education
BS in Environmental Resource &
VAMC – Replace Storm Drain System; Bath, NY; Construction Cost
Forest Engineering,
$4.1M (Prof. services 2011 – 2012, Construction 2012 – 2013): Project S.U.N.Y. College of
Manager: Patriot provided the evaluation of the entire Bath VA Medical Environmental Science and
Center storm drainage system to assess existing conditions and Forestry (1997)
replacement requirements. The storm drainage improvements designed MS in Environmental Engineering,
consists of replacing five existing stormwater outlets, 110 drainage Syracuse University (2001)
structures, and 7,330 linear feet of drainage pipe (8” to 36”). The Years’ Experience
improvements also include cleaning and re-establishing a number of 18 (2002)
existing drainage ditches.
Professional License
VAMC – Sanitary Sewer Facility Upgrade; Bath, NY; Design fees: NY 081096 (2003)
$180,000, Estimated Cost $3.6M; (Prof. services 2016-2017): Project PA 080257
Manager: Patriot utilized Closed Circuit Televising (CCTV) of the entire
sanitary sewer system to determine the condition of all pipe and manholes
in the system. Based on the CCTV results, main and manholes were evaluated and selected for rehabilitation
and/or replacement. In addition to the collection system, a new sanitary sewer pump station was designed
including 2340 linear feet of 6-inch HDPE force main with bridge crossings, new pump station building,
backup power, new duplex sewer pumps, controls, grinder pump, new glass-fused-to-steel 476,600-gallon
emergency sewage storage tank and appurtenances.
NYS Office of General Services (Contract No.: SB280 Project No.: 45437) - Taberg Residential Center
for Girls; Professional services 2016: Provided a program report on storm water drainage & site
improvements of an annex building on the property of the Taberg Residential Center for Girls, Taberg, NY.
Deliverables included illustration of the schematic layout of the drainage area surrounding the building, cost
estimate breakdown, conceptual site plans (including the grading, interior and exterior roads/sidewalks),
floodplain mapping and soil survey, on-site investigation and historical record search of wetland mitigation
measures, topographic and utility survey (and location of such), determination of impact on storm water
management between existing and proposed layouts with plans for required permits to complete each.
Brian Pound, PE
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Relevant Experience
Sudath Alvis, PE
Senior Civil Engineer
Experience:
Stormwater
ALDI Stores (New), Norwich, NY/ Marshallton, Bradford & New Castle,
PA/ Sabraton, WV. Land Development. Mr. Alvis was a member of multi-
disciplined team responsible for preparing Site Development Plans which
included the building, parking lot and driveways, and was the main point of
contact for the client, municipalities, state agencies, architects, and sub-
consultants. Mr. Alvis’ efforts included code review, site plan layout, report
review, utility coordination and design, stormwater practices and drainage
system design, agency submittal, and obtaining permit and variance
approvals as needed.
ALDI Stores (Takeover/Expansions), Greece, Gates, Penfield &
Lockport, NY/ Latrobe, Allison Park and Baldwin, PA, Huber Heights,
Wapakoneta & Lebanon, OH. Land Development. Mr. Alvis was a
member of multi-disciplined team responsible for preparing Site
Development Plans which included revisions to the building and the
Education
affected site, and was responsible for the design coordination between BS Civil Engineering
municipalities, architects, and sub-consultants. Mr. Alvis’ efforts included MS Mechanical Engineering
code review, site layout revisions, report review, agency submittal and BS Mechanical Engineering
obtaining permit as well as providing as needed utility coordination and Joined PDC
redesign, stormwater system redesign, and obtaining variance approvals. 2020
Ogdensburg Airport Expansion, Ogdensburg, NY. Airport, Years’ Experience
Transportation and Utility. Mr. Alvis was a member of multi-disciplined 26
team responsible for preparing construction documents for the project
which included the realignment of State Route 68, expansion of the parking
lot, apron and runway, sanitary pumpstation and forcemain, and the Professional License
terminal building. Mr. Alvis’ responsibility included the changes to the SR68 NY 091056 (2012)
alignment, parking lot and loop road design, site stormwater and sanitary
system design. The airport apron, runway and taxiway design were
completed to meet AC150/5300-13A requirements.
Operational Readiness Training Complex, Fort Drum, NY. Land Development, Transportation
and Utility. Mr. Alvis was a member of the design team that developed the final design of a conceptual
Master plan that included barracks, an officer’s quarter, a headquarters building, a motor pool and a
cafeteria. Mr. Alvis’ responsibility included the design of the new collector roads, sanitary sewer pipe
networks, water pipe networks as well as assisting the grading design, stormwater management
system design and modeling, and sewer forcemain design.
NY 17/81 Interchange Improvements, Binghamton, NY. Highway Drainage. Mr. Alvis was
responsible for the completion of a drainage analysis and stormwater management plan as well as
drainage system construction phasing. Extensive HydroCAD models of the Pre and Post construction
scenarios were created and analyzed. Recommendations were made to modify the existing
stormdrain system and new network of pipes were designed to route and treat the water quality
volumes via a low flow diversion structure while the major storm flows were routed to the Chenango
River.
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Section 02
Fees and Cost
Fee breakdown scope of services outlined in the RFP,

factoring in the extended schedule
proposal is specifically aligned to the
ESD’s expectations.
The fee breakdown included period identified. We have separated
While the Request indicates a project
in our proposal represents our our cost proposal to reflect this
closeout in December of 2022, we
understanding of the scope as allocation across the specifically
anticipate the full analysis to take
identified in the Request and is identified component parts to better
approximately six (6) months to
indicative of the process AECOM has aid in the evaluation and confirmation
complete from notice to proceed.
utilized for market feasibility and site that our approach is aligned with your
As such, we would also propose an
investigation efforts similar to what expectation for each.
hourly not to exceed allocation for
Empire State Development indicates in
What we have included represents the remaining time period to allow
the RFP.
our estimated fee structure, with the for any subsequent refinement or
We have briefed our consultant caveat that the actual scope of work adjustments to the deliverables which
partners on this approach and the and related fees may require further ESD may request or deem necessary
included costs that represent our refinement and definition to ensure our to complete the overall assessment.
collective understanding of the
Foit-Albert Patriot Design + Total Fee

Task AECOM BJH Advisors Consultants Consulting Proposal
Economic Impact of Stadium and

$ 65,000 $ 65,000
Ancillary Development
Ancillary Development Feasibility $ 15,000 $ 40,000 $ 55,000
Financing Strategy and Tools $ 15,000 $ 15,000 $ 30,000
Concept Review and Validation $ 15,000 $ 4,950 $ 19,950
Stadium Programming $ 15,000 $ 15,000
Site Analysis and Oversight $ 10,000 $ 56,000 $ 25,000 $ 91,000
Total $ 135,000 $ 59,950 $ 56,000 $ 25,000 $ 275,950
Prime WBE MBE SDVOB Total
Participation 66.9% 21.7% 20.3% 9.1% 100%
Number of Person Trips Cost/Trip Total
Estimate of Reimbursable Expenses 18 $ 900 $ 16,200
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New Orleans Saints, Mercedes-Benz Superdome Hurricane Katrina Renovation + Champions Square
Section 03
OCSD Procurement Forms
We believe that small and diverse businesses bring innovation and expertise
that assist AECOM in supporting our customers and their missions.
AECOM’s record community-based organizations,

local and statewide Chambers of In this section
of Minority and Commerce, and trade associations
to distribute news, opportunities,
+ OCSD 1 Policy Statement
Woman-owned and notification of outreach events.

We utilize our strategic partnerships
+ OCSD 2 Staffing Plan
involvement
+ OCSD 4 Utilization Plan
with the various trade and business
organizations to directly access + OCSD Diversity Practices
Our team understands that providing Questionaire
their memberships.
subcontracting opportunities for M/
WBE firms helps foster local economic • Advertise contracting opportunities
development, neighborhood economic on dedicated project websites.
improvement, and individual self-
• Participate in trade fairs and special
Over the last 5
sufficiency. We have worked diligently
to build into our overall plans the
business events targeted toward years, AECOM’s has
resources to support a program that
M/WBE firms. AECOM personnel
regularly participate in conferences
directed nearly 30%
will enhance the integration of the
M/ WBE business community and
and fairs nationwide, attending over of subcontracted
ensure M/WBEs share in the economic
35 of these conferences in 2019.
These conferences are hosted by a
dollars to small
opportunities and build competitive
strength by participating on DDC
variety of private and government businesses across
projects. Strategic approaches include
organizations and provide a prime
opportunity for our employees to
our various market
but are not limited to the following:
meet new firms and to learn more sectors.
Outreach about their capabilities.
• Collaborate with DDC’s Office of • Host AECOM-sponsored events. $36 million

Diversity and Industry Relations as a We conduct “Project Information Estimated amount paid to NYS
resource for outreach and to ensure Workshops” in order to advise all Certified MWBE businesses in FY
program compliance. interested parties of the project’s 2020 by AECOM’s NY Metro Region,
details, contracting opportunities, representing 19% of our gross
• Utilize the NYC Small Business revenue from contracts managed by
and specific M/WBE program
Services (SBS) M/WBE website of NYS Authorities/Agencies.
requirements. The workshops
certified firms to identify and solicit
provide an opportunity for project
firms as potential subconsultants. among non-M/WBE and M/WBE
managers to meet with all firms,
• Announce project contracting including M/WBE firms that may firms and increase connections
opportunities within the various be interested in bidding specific which can stimulate joint ventures/
trade organizations in New York. components of the project. An partnering, subcontracting, and
AECOM has strong affiliations with important goal of the workshop is supply/vendor relationships and
to facilitate the initial networking opportunities.
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Ensuring compliance Supporting continued

Our team has • Training on the objectives of the M/ growth for M/WBEs
a wealth of WBE Plan for all key staff assigned by accessing AECOM
experience in to the project to promote alignment
with diverse business practices.
resources
developing and • Unbundling scope to maximize M/
• Cross referral of M/WBE businesses
from AECOM’s National Supplier
implementing M/ WBE participation on design and Diversity team.
WBE outreach construction.
• Monitoring M/WBE participation
and compliance throughout contract duration via on-
with our Mentor Protégé program
staff to be recommended for
programs on many line systems and real-time reporting inclusion on utilization plans/bidders
projects, and of M/WBE invoicing and payments
on a monthly basis.
list for upcoming projects.
we’re prepared to • Utilizing project schedule to track M/

with AECOM’s Construction Service
implement similar WBE start and completion to ensure divisions.
efforts for this timely engagement.
project.
M/WBE program performance

An estimated $25 million was paid to NYS Certified M/WBE businesses in FY 2019 by AECOM’s NY Metro Region
representing 18% of our gross revenue from contracts managed by NY Authorities/Agencies.
Agency/Authority AECOM NY Metro Region - Project Title M/WBE Goals M/WBE

Achievement
Resident Engineering Services for Water Main Replacement at

NYC DDC 14% 29%
Various Locations, Queens
Design-Build for Hurricane Sandy Residential Community Recovery in

NYC DDC 25% 30%
the Borough of Queens
NYC DDC Randall’s Island WM Design - LBR 6% 6%
Indefinite Quantity A/E Design Services for Misc Construction

MTA 10% 23%
Projects
MTA Design/Engineering for the Five Station Building Improvements 10% 30%
PANYNJ/ American JFK Terminal 8 Capacity Enhancement A/E Services to Support

30% 30%
Airlines Design
NYC SCA On-Call Capacity Services 30% 35%*
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OFFICE OF CONTRACTOR AND SUPPLIER DIVERSITY

OCSD-1 M/WBE AND SDVOB PARTICIPATION / EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY STATEMENT
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I, Tom Scerbo _______ (CONTRACTOR OR GRANT REPRESENTATIVE),
the Sr. Vice President, Managing Principal

____ of AECOM
__________ USA, Inc.
_______________________ (GRANTEE/COMPANY NAME)
agree to adopt the following policies with respect to the project being developed or services rendered at
Buffalo, New York ______________________________________________ .
NON-DISCRIMINATION AND EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY

(a) This organization will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race,
creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status, will undertake or continue existing
programs of affirmative action to ensure that minority group members are afforded equal employment
opportunities without discrimination, and shall make and document its conscientious and active efforts to
employ and utilize minority group members and women in its work force on state contracts.
(b) This organization shall state in all solicitation or advertisements for employees that in the performance of
the State contract all qualified applicants will be afforded equal employment opportunities without
discrimination because of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or marital status and that
such union or representative will affirmatively cooperate in the implementation of this organization’s
obligations herein.
(c) At the request of the ESD, this organization shall request each employment agency, labor union, or
authorized representative will not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age,
disability or marital status and that such union or representative will affirmatively cooperate in the
implementation of this organization’s obligations herein.
(d) Organization shall comply with the provisions of the Human Rights Law, all other State and Federal statutory
and constitutional non-discrimination provisions. The organization and its sub-vendors shall not discriminate
against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, creed (religion), color, sex, national
origin, sexual orientation, military status, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristic, marital status or
domestic violence victim status, and shall also follow the requirements of the Human Rights Law with regard
to non-discrimination on the basis of prior criminal conviction and prior arrest.
(e) The organization will include the provisions of sections (a) through (d) of this agreement in every
subcontract in such a manner that the requirements of the subdivisions will be binding upon each
subcontractor as to work in connection with this contract.
MWBE PARTICIPATION (MWBE)

This organization will and will cause its contractors and subcontractors to take good faith actions to achieve the
M/WBE contract participation goals set by the State for that area in which the State-funded project is located, by
taking the following steps:
(1) Actively and affirmatively solicit bids for contracts and subcontracts from qualified State certified MBEs or
WBEs, including solicitations to M/WBE contractor associations.
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(2) Request a list of State-certified M/WBEs from ESD’s Office of Contractor and Supplier Diversity (“OCSD”) and
solicit bids from the listed vendors directly. OCSD may be reached via email at OCSD@ESD.NY.GOV.
(3) Ensure that plans, specifications, request for proposals and other documents used to secure bids will be
made available in sufficient time for review by prospective M/WBEs.
(4) Where feasible, divide the work into smaller portions to enhanced participations by M/WBEs and encourage
the formation of joint venture and other partnerships among M/WBE contractors to enhance their
participation.
(5) Document and maintain records of bid solicitation, including those to M/WBEs and the results thereof.
Contractor will also maintain records of actions that its subcontractors have taken toward meeting M/WBE
contract participation goals.
(6) Ensure that progress payments to M/WBEs are made on a timely basis so that undue financial hardship is
avoided, and that bonding and other credit requirements are waived or appropriate alternatives developed
to encourage M/WBE participation.
SDVOB PARTICIPATION (SDVOB)

This organization will and will cause its contractors and subcontractors to take good faith actions to achieve the
SDVOB contract participation goals set by the State for that area in which the State-funded project is located, by
taking the following steps:
(1) Actively and affirmatively solicit bids for contracts and subcontracts from qualified State certified SDVOBs,
including solicitations to contractor associations.
(2) Request a list of State-certified SDVOBs from ESD’s Office of Contractor and Supplier Diversity (“OCSD”) and
solicit bids from the listed vendors directly. OCSD may be reached via email at OCSD@ESD.NY.GOV.
(3) Ensure that plans, specifications, request for proposals and other documents used to secure bids will be
made available in sufficient time for review by prospective SDVOBs.
(4) Where feasible, divide the work into smaller portions to enhanced participations by SDVOBs and encourage
the formation of joint venture and other partnerships among SDVOB contractors to enhance their
participation.
(5) Document and maintain records of bid solicitation, including those to SDVOBs and the results thereof.
Contractor will also maintain records of actions that its subcontractors have taken toward meeting SDVOB
contract participation goals.
(6) Ensure that progress payments to SDVOBs are made on a timely basis so that undue financial hardship is
avoided, and that bonding and other credit requirements are waived or appropriate alternatives developed
to encourage SDVOB participation.
Agreed on this 16th day of June 20 21 .
By: ____
_________________________________________________________
________
(SIGNATURE)
Print Name: _______________________________________________
Title: Vice President, Managing Principal
_______________________________________________
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Minority & Women-owned Business Enterprise-Equal Employment Opportunity Liaison

Doreen Taveras
_______________________________________________ (name of designated contractor/grantee liaison) is designated
as the Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise Liaison responsible for administering the Minority and
Women-owned Business Enterprises-Equal Employment Opportunity (M/WBE-EEO) program.
M/WBE Contract Goals EEO Contract Goals
15 % Minority Business Enterprise Participation NOT APPLICABLE % Minority Labor Force Participation
15 % Women’s Business Enterprise Participation NOT APPLICABLE % Female Labor Force Participation
30 % TOTAL/OVERALL M/WBE Participation Goal
SDVOB Contract Goals

6 % Service Disabled Veteran Business Participation
___________________________________________________________
______
_ ______
(Signature of Contractor’s Authorized Representative)
*Name: Tom Scerbo

_______________________________________________
*Company: AECOM USA, Inc.
_______________________________________________
*Title: Vice President, Managing Principal
_______________________________________________
*Phone: _______________________________________________
212-377-8496
*Fax: _______________________________________________
212-377-8410
*Address: _______________________________________________
125 Broad Street, New York, NY 10004
_______________________________________________
125 Broad Street, New York, NY 10004
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(REQUIRED ONLY OF CONTRACTS VALUED AT $250,000 OR MORE)
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Submit with Bid or Proposal – Instructions on page 2

Report includes Prime Contractor/Subcontractors:
Contract No.: N/A Project Location: Buffalo, NY Work force to be utilized on this contract
Contract Name / Details: Stadium Feasibility, Financial Economic Analysis and Infrastructure Advisory Services Total work force
✔ Prime Contractor
Company Name: AECOM USA, Inc. Subcontractor
Company Address and Contract Details: Subcontractor Name(s):
2380 McGee Street, Suite 200, Kansas City, MO 64108

Proposal for Stadium Feasibility, Financial Economic Analysis and
Enter the total number of employees for each classification in each of the EEO-Job Categories identified
Work force by Work force by
Gender * Race/Ethnic Identification
EEO-Job Category Total
Work Total Total White Black Hispanic Asian Native American Disabled Veteran
force* Male Female (M) (F) (M) (F) (M) (F) (M) (F) (M) (F) (M) (F) (M) (F)
(M) (F)
Officials/Administrators 3286 2534 752 1939 517 66 47 107 43 190 64 3 2 32 11 91 7
Professionals 9323 5928 3395 3937 2116 209 167 355 241 703 436 17 12 66 20 135 13
Technicians 6 1603 379 967 193 167 78 126 32 85 13 10 3 51 8 101 6
Sales Workers 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Office/Clerical 353 40 313 16 185 9 31 4 43 7 27 0 0 2 5 3 4
Craft Workers 30 4 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0
Laborers 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Service Workers 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Temporary /Apprentices 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Totals 14948 10109 4839 6862 3011 451 323 592 359 985 540 30 17 151 44 331 30
PREPARED BY (Signature): NAME: Madvi Pitani ALTERNATE TEL:
TITLE: HR & Compliance EMAIL: madvi.pitani@aecom.com
DATE: June 15, 2021 TELEPHONE: 303-843-2806 OTHER:
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1) Two or More Races
2) Undisclosed Ethnicities
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(REQUIRED ONLY OF CONTRACTS VALUED AT $250,000 OR MORE)
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Submit with Bid or Proposal – Instructions on page 2
Report includes Prime Contractor/Subcontractors:
Contract No.: N/A Project Location: Buffalo, NY Work force to be utilized on this contract
Contract Name / Details: Stadium Feasibility, Financial Economic Analysis and Infrastructure Advisory Services Total work force
Prime Contractor
Company Name: Patriot Design & Consulting ✔ Subcontractor
Company Address and Contract Details: Subcontractor Name(s):
1355 Titus Avenue, Rochester, NY 14622 Patriot Design & Consulting

Enter the total number of employees for each classification in each of the EEO-Job Categories identified
Work force by Work force by
Gender Race/Ethnic Identification
EEO-Job Category Total
Work Total Total White Black Hispanic Asian Native American Disabled Veteran
force Male Female (M) (F) (M) (F) (M) (F) (M) (F) (M) (F) (M) (F) (M) (F)
(M) (F)
Officials/Administrators 1 1
Professionals 8 6 2 5 1 1 1 1 1
Technicians 1 1
Sales Workers
Office/Clerical
Craft Workers
Laborers
Service Workers
Temporary /Apprentices
Totals 10 6 2 5 3 1 1 1 1
PREPARED BY (Signature): NAME: Mary Stephenson ALTERNATE TEL: NA

TITLE: Marketing Manager EMAIL: mstephenson@patriot-dc.com
DATE: 6/17/21 TELEPHONE: 585-448-0686 OTHER: NA
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INSTRUCTIONS: This form must be submitted with any bid, proposal, or proposed negotiated contract or within a reasonable time thereafter, but prior to
contract award. This MWBE and SDVOB Utilization Plan must contain a detailed description of the supplies and/or services to be provided by
each certified Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) and/or Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB) under the
contract. Attach additional sheets if necessary.
* indicates mandatory fields
AECOM USA, Inc.
*Contractor Name: __________________________________________________ 125 Broad Street, 15th Fl
Address: ______________________________________________
Tom Scerbo, Senior Vice President
*Representative Name: ______________________________________________ New York, NY 10004
Town, State & Zip: _____________________________________
212-377-8496
*Phone: ________________________________ N/A
*ESD Contract/Project Number: ____________________________
212-377-8410
*Fax: __________________________________ N/A
RFP/RFQ/Solicitation Number: ____________________________
tom.scerbo@aecom.com
*Email: ______________________________________________________________ *MWBE Goal: MBE 15 % + WBE 15 % = MWBE GOAL 30 %
*Total Dollar Value of Contract/Grant: $ *SDVOB Goal: 6 %
4. 6.
5.
1. *Detailed Description of *Dollar Value of Contract
2. 3. *Check Firm Type That
* Certified MWBE or SDVOB Firm Work (if unavailable or yet
* Check All * Federal ID Applies for Work
Name, Contact Person’s Name, (Attach additional sheets, undetermined, indicate
That Apply No. Completed on this
Address, Phone and Email. if necessary, Attach $1)
Project
Contract if available)
A. NYS CERTIFIED Subcontractor
Real Estate Analysis
BJH Advisors LLC
Kei Hayashi ✔ MBE and Public Finance ✔ Subconsultant
182 Dean Street Advisory
Brooklyn, NY 11217 ✔ WBE Materials Supplier
646-573-9588 SDVOB
khayashi@bjhadvisors.com
Trade Agents/Brokers
B. NYS CERTIFIED Subcontractor

Foit-Albert Associates, Architecture, Engineering
Infrastructure
and Surveying, PC ✔ MBE Assessment, ✔ Subconsultant
Gerard J. Sentz, PE
295 Main Street, Suite 200 WBE Transportation Materials Supplier
Buffalo, NY 14203 Engineering, Utility and
716-856-3933 SDVOB Trade Agents/Brokers
GSentz@foit-albert.com
Site Surveying
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INSTRUCTIONS: This form must be submitted with any bid, proposal, or proposed negotiated contract or within a reasonable time thereafter, but prior to
contract award. This MWBE and SDVOB Utilization Plan must contain a detailed description of the supplies and/or services to be provided by
each certified Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) and/or Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB) under the
contract. Attach additional sheets if necessary.
* indicates mandatory fields
AECOM USA, Inc.
*Contractor Name: __________________________________________________ 125 Broad Street, 15th Fl
Address: ______________________________________________
Tom Scerbo, Senior Vice President
*Representative Name: ______________________________________________ New York, NY 10004
Town, State & Zip: _____________________________________
212-377-8496
*Phone: ________________________________ N/A
*ESD Contract/Project Number: ____________________________
212-377-8410
*Fax: __________________________________ N/A
RFP/RFQ/Solicitation Number: ____________________________
tom.scerbo@aecom.com
*Email: ______________________________________________________________ *MWBE Goal: MBE 15 % + WBE 15 % = MWBE GOAL 30 %
*Total Dollar Value of Contract/Grant: $ *SDVOB Goal: 6 %
4. 6.
5.
1. *Detailed Description of *Dollar Value of Contract
2. 3. *Check Firm Type That
* Certified MWBE or SDVOB Firm Work (if unavailable or yet
* Check All * Federal ID Applies for Work
Name, Contact Person’s Name, (Attach additional sheets, undetermined, indicate
That Apply No. Completed on this
Address, Phone and Email. if necessary, Attach $1)
Project
Contract if available)
A. NYS CERTIFIED Subcontractor
Supporting Site and
Patriot Design & Consulting, Rex MBE Infrastructure ✔ Subconsultant
Tolman, P.E., Managing Partner,
WBE Assessment Materials Supplier
3610 Lawson Rd., Jamestown, NY
14701, 716-484-1366, ✔ SDVOB
rtolman@patriot-dc.com
Trade Agents/Brokers
B. NYS CERTIFIED Subcontractor

MBE Subconsultant
WBE Materials Supplier
SDVOB Trade Agents/Brokers
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7. If unable to fully meet the MWBE and/or SDVOB goals set forth in the contract, the Contractor must submit a Waiver Request form, which may be
obtained from the Office of Contractor and Supplier Diversity, at OCSD@ESD.NY.GOV.

TELEPHONE NO.: EMAIL ADDRESS:
PREPARED BY (Signature): ______________________________
_____________ 6/16/21
DATE: __________ 212-377-8496 tom.scerbo@aecom.com
Policy Regarding Use of MWBE Suppliers and Brokers
Tom Scerbo
Preparer’s Name (Print or Type): __________________________________________
Only sums paid to MWBEs for the performance of a
Sr. Vice President
Preparer’s Title: ___________________________________________ commercially useful function, as that term is defined in 5 NYCRR
6/16/21 § 140.1, may be applied towards the achievement of the
Date: ________________
applicable MWBE participation goal.
FOR CONSTRUCTION/CAPITAL PROJECTS – The portion of a

SUBMISSION OF THIS FORM CONSTITUTES THE CONTRACTOR’S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
contract with an MWBE serving as a supplier that shall be
AND AGREEMENT TO COMPLY WITH THE MWBE AND SDVOB REQUIREMENTS SET
deemed to represent the commercially useful function
FORTH UNDER NYS EXECUTIVE LAW ARTICLES 15-A AND 17-B, 5 NYCRR PART 143, 9
performed by the MWBE shall be 60% of the total value of the
NYCRR PART 252, AND THE ABOVE-REFERENCED SOLICITATION. FAILURE TO SUBMIT
contract. The portion of a contract with an MWBE serving as a
COMPLETE AND ACCURATE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN A FINDING OF
broker that shall be deemed to represent the commercially
NONCOMPLIANCE AND POSSIBLE TERMINATION OF YOUR CONTRACT.
useful function performed by the MWBE shall be the monetary
value for fees, or the markup percentage, charged by the
MWBE.
The MWBE Certification status of the firms listed on this form MUST be verified using the
FOR ALL OTHER PROJECTS - The portion of a contract with an
New York State Contract System’s Directory of Certified Minority and Women-owned
MWBE serving as a broker that shall be deemed to represent
Business Enterprises.
the commercially useful function performed by the MWBE shall
This directory is available at https://ny.newnycontracts.com.
be 25% of the total value of the contract.
The SDVOB Certification status of the firms listed on this form MUST be verified using ** FOR OCSD USE ONLY **
the Directory of New York State Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses.
This directory is available at https://online.ogs.ny.gov/SDVOB/search. REVIEWED BY: DATE:
UTILIZATION PLAN APPROVED?

YES PARTIAL NO Date:
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Our Commitment to Supplier Diversity

AECOM is committed to supplier diversity. As a company, we recognize the critical role small
businesses play in our economy and actively contribute to the communities where we work
through new business partnerships and local engagement.
We recognize Small Business Concerns to ensure that Small, Women-owned, Minority-

owned, HUBZone, Veteran-owned and Service-disabled Veteran-owned businesses have the
maximum practicable opportunity to compete for the procurement of goods and services. We
are also committed to an effective supplier diversity program that demonstrates measurable
improvement from year-to-year, and is consistent with recognized industry objectives,
applications, and contractual expectations of our clients.
This corporate commitment extends to the procurement of all goods and services, whether
the purchases support (1) federal, state, or local governments, (2) commercial clients, or (3) in-
house needs.
Troy Rudd
Chief Executive Officer
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Question 1

Senior Director, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Beverly Richardson is a senior HR professional with many years of experience in this field. Ms. Richardson’s role is to
raise the profile of Diversity and Inclusion within the f ir m and monitor and benchmark against external sources,
to ensure that AECOM is meeting its obligations as a responsible employer. Ms. Richardson’s specific duties are as
follows:
 Diversity Strategy Development: leading the development and implementation of a D&I strategy that builds a culture
based on mutual respect, inclusion and mutual accountability for results.
 Diversity Strategy Execution: leading and executing projects, programs, initiatives and other tactics regarding D&I.
 Diversity Competence: developing and enhancing the D&I skills and competencies of all employees that are
necessary to achieve and maintain a diverse and inclusive culture and work environment. This relates to all levels of
the organization from senior leaders to individual contributors.
 Coaching, Counseling and Consulting: providing advice and counsel as needed and requested to leaders across the
business. Improving the organization’s understanding of the complexities of Diversity and utilizing accepted Diversity
concepts, theory and practice and will address issues and opportunities at the individual, group and
organizational/systems level.
 Employee Engagement: designing ways to engage and develop employees via employee resource groups to support
cultural affinity and community involvement
 External Branding and Involvement: representing AECOM in venues related to company efforts regarding D&I and
associated community programs. This includes attendance at external conferences, membership on boards, councils
and advisory panels for the practice of Diversity.

AVP/Director of Diversity Programs – MetroNY
AECOM recognize that the success of our Minority and Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE) and Service Disabled
Veteran‐owned Business (SDVOB) program is critical, and consequently, we have made a corporate commitment by
expanding our team to include an in‐house Diversity Compliance Unit. The unit is focused on enhancing AECOM’s
capacity to reach and assist a broader range of M/WBE and SDVOB businesses within the region and has direct access to
project managers to ensure the program is implemented as advertised. Ms. Doreen Taveras serves as the Director and
leads the Compliance Unit to ensure participation on all projects.

Ms. Taveras has more than 16 years of professional experience working with and assisting the M/WBE businesses
community. As AECOM’s Director of Diversity Programs, she provides direction and oversight of the programs by
monitoring compliance with M/WBE/SDVOB existing policies, and enhancing such policies as needed; communicating
with executive management about compliance issues, provide recommendations to address concerns, and implement
procedures to resolve such compliance issues.

SUPPLIER DIVERSITY
General Statement
AECOM works with national and local organizations around the globe to foster supplier diversity and open the doors of
opportunity to Minority‐owned, Women‐owned, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (M/W/DBE), Service‐Disabled
Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB) and small business participation. We are establishing relationships and building the
trust within the local communities needed to educate and promote the quality of life. AECOM maintains affiliations with
related associations around the globe that support building a diverse supply line with M/WBE and small businesses.
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APAC ANZ
Through AECOM’s Australian Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) program, supplier diversity and partnerships with
indigenous owned businesses are cultivated. AECOM partners with Supply Nation, an organization that has a system in
place to partner with indigenous owned businesses, to provide employment opportunities.
EMIA
In the UK, AECOM participates in the HE Supplier Diversity Forum and the Royal Academy of Engineers –
Diversity Program. AECOM’s partnership with Clear Company aims to increase the diversity of our supply chain,
primarily in the form of SME’s local to our projects and clients but also minority led businesses (BAME & LGBT
majority owned).
AECOM Africa supports Project Engage, a supplier development program, where beneficiaries partake in a structured
skills transfer program and receive loans to develop and expand their businesses through an all‐encompassing approach
to our Project Engage for the Department of Public Works. Thought interactive learning environments representatives
from Exempted Micro Enterprises (EMEs) and Qualifying Small Enterprises (QSEs) participate in learning objectives. The
benefits of Project Engage are wide‐reaching, ranging from professional mentoring with registered and seasoned
professionals, both from the consultant's and contractor's perspective, to tailor‐made learning programs to meet the
needs of our socio‐economic development partners. Our clients also benefit from our Level 1 accreditation, as it
enhances their own B‐BBEE scores. Companies that procure from AECOM will ultimately spend less, as they are able to
claim more in terms of their own preferential procurement scorecard. This rating is validation that AECOM continuously
implements strategies to give effect to the changing regulatory landscape in South Africa, and we are looking at our
clients to support our efforts.
NORTH AMERICA
DCSA National Government Small Business Program
AECOM conducts outreach to M/W/DBE, SDVOB, small business, trade organizations, contractor’s associations, business
development organizations and constituency groups regarding contracting opportunities. In addition, as contractors are
selected, AECOM provides on‐boarding and business mentoring to help ensure success.
AECOM coordinates and sponsors Informational Workshops for MWBE and SDVOB community in NY and NJ where we
present opportunities to work with AECOM, introduce firms to local key staff members, and discuss AECOM’s
prequalification criteria and process. Some events are focused on a particular project while others are a general outreach
effort.
Our local teams support and participate in NYC and NYS sponsored MWBE and SDVOB outreach conferences as
exhibitors, panel speakers, and matchmaking sessions which are one on one brief introductions with certified firms.
Provide annual support of NYS MWBE Forum, Competitive Edge Conference, Dept of Small Business Services
Procurement Fair, just a few to name. We partner with local organizations such as Professional Women in Construction,
Women in Transportation Svcs, Council of Black Architecture and Engineering Companies, COMTO, etc. to host webinars
where we discuss important topics to a firms’ growth including the importance of marketing, understanding contract
terms, maintaining relationships, etc.
AECOM participates in various federal mentor‐protégé programs to demonstrate our commitment to small and diverse
firms and build relationships with key partners. AECOM has been a mentor to 23 companies over the past 5 years through
the Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Department of Energy (DOE), Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA), Department of Veteran Affairs (VA), and the Small Business Administration (SBA) mentor‐protégé programs.
AECOM has won awards for our mentoring from the DoD (3 Nunn‐Perry Awards), NASA, DOE, and DHS. Currently, AECOM
has 8 active mentor‐protégé agreements, 1 pending agreement, and 2 agreements in development.
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Questions 2 & 3:
AECOM is committed to a robust and active M/WBE and SDVOB Program where we team with best‐in‐class
firms in order to complement our service offerings and to support our clients’ missions. We have worked
diligently to build into our overall plans the necessary resources to support a program that will enhance the
integration of the M/WBE and SDVOB business community. In addition to a strong emphasis on outreach, our
AECOM NY Metro Region, is continuously working with Finance and Procurement departments to implement
a comprehensive Contract Compliance Monitoring System for managing our regional project’s M/WBE and
SDVOB contract awards and payments on all project levels.

An estimated $36 million was paid to NYS Certified MWBE businesses in FY 2020 by AECOM’s NY Metro
Region representing 19% of our gross revenue from contracts managed NYS Authorities/Agencies.

Within our National Governments Small Business Program, which contracts with U.S. Department of
Defense, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and U.S. Department of Energy to name a few, we have
achieved the following for FY 2019

AECOM Federal GFY 2019
Small Disadvantaged Business $155,750,953 10.0%
Women-Owned Small Business $214,703,396 13.8%
Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business $66,914,659 4.3%

For more information pertaining to AECOM USA, Inc, please contact AECOM Senior Director, Equity, Diversity
& Inclusion, Beverly Richardson at 312‐373‐7700, 303 E. Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL 60601.
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Question 4 – Training

AECOM has been involved with the SCA Mentor Program for four consecutive contracts since 2006 worth $280
million. As we recognize, mentoring is a process that will require extensive “on the job" training and we provide
that training from the earliest project stage. The AECOM team utilizes a proven program based on the concept
of “Knowledge Management.” We have effectively implemented an instructional program we refer to as
“Mentor 101,” together with a collaborative information sharing program we refer to as the “Lunch and Learn
Success Series™” workshops to shorten each mentor contractor’s learning curve. A total of 35 Lunch & Learn
programs were conducted over the most recent 4‐year contract period (2015 ‐ 2019) with an average
attendance of 80‐90 mentor firms per session.

With milestones, we also develop mandatory and elective course curriculum to assist firms with their identified
deficiencies and tailor that curriculum to address the anticipated projects to be bid during the program year.
Post‐course activity is monitored to observe if the mentor firm is still having difficulty in a particular area.

Our team consists of experienced construction professionals with expertise in areas such as architectural,
mechanical, electrical, civil, structural, environmental, scheduling, estimating, and expediting. Our senior staff
have provided training and conducted seminars on numerous industry subjects, including management
programs in scheduling, estimating, project planning, safety, change orders, and working under a Project Labor
Agreement.

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Question 5 – Mentor Protégé

AECOM (contracted as URS) was one of the original Construction Management firms assisting the NYC
School Construction Authority (SCA) at the onset of the Authority’s inception in 1989. Over the last 12
years, AECOM has held four (4) consecutive contracts for Construction Management Services in
connection with the development of SCA’s Mentor Contractors. Our combined management SCA
experience as well as our innovative approach with construction administration, project controls and field
construction supervision, recently led to AECOM’s renewal of the SCA contract for the Mentor program.
This recent contract renewal has further established AECOM as a long term trustworthy CM firm for NYC
SCA.

Under SCA’s Mentor Program, AECOM provides construction management mentoring support, with our
M/WBE partners, to emerging small contractors as they strive to establish their firms within the NYC
School Construction Authority market segment of projects ranging from 100K to 750K. Our mentorship
goals include;
 Complete work on time and within budget with the Quality of Workmanship the SCA expects
 Mentor both firms and individuals to Learn, Succeed and Ultimately grow to advance to
independent mainstream contracting opportunities
 Building relationships, provide coaching and instruction, and to review both SCA and the AECOM
Team mentor services that would help and motivate the contractor
 Proactively combine and share business knowledge and experience
 Develop the mentor contractors self‐ esteem, self‐confidence necessary for him/her to take on
the responsibilities necessary to develop their firms
 Implement 13‐week Training Program which introduces the comprehensive Training Manual
 Look for a contractor’s potential not dwell on their past performance
Evidence of our success are the mentor contractors that have successfully completed the SCA 4‐year
program and many who have completed the Graduate level program and successfully transitioned to
performing SCA mainstream construction work over four consecutive multi‐year SCA contracts.

Program Mission Statement:
“Instruct & Foster the SCA Mentor Contractors
in order to Facilitate Their Successful Entry into
Main Stream Contracting While Measuring Firm
Development.”
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MTA Small Business Construction Management Services Technical Proposal

RFP #10200

NYC School Construction Authority – Mentor Program
New York, NY

Reference
New York City School Construction Authority
30‐30 Thomson Avenue
Long Island City, NY 11101
Mr. Robin Wilcox, SCA Senior Director, Business
Development
(718) 472‐8048
Total Cost Estimate
1st Contract: $30 million
2nd Contract: $100 million
3rd Contract: $50 million
4th Contract $100 million

The mission of the New York City School Construction Authority

I would like to personally thank you for making Mentor Program is to increase, facilitate and encourage the
this year’s school opening a successful one. We participation of Minority, Women‐Owned and Locally‐ Based
have received no complaints from any schools in Enterprises by providing a flexible framework for eligible firms
our area and you are the reason for that. You to develop and grow within the construction industry, fostering
have worked so hard during this past two the establishment of stable, long‐term business relationships.
months including the Labor Day weekend, above Projects in this Mentor Program range from $100,000 to $750,000
and beyond your call of duty, to make this in cost, and are set‐aside for these eligible businesses. Over the
happen.” next 5 years, the SCA plans to build over 100 new schools valued
at $13.3 billion. The Mentor Program is a key element in the

New York City School Construction Authority overall CIP.

AECOM provided mentoring services for these contractors to
promote their graduation from the program and onto the next

level (independence). Responsibilities included design and
2007 Carver Bank First Loan Award, NYCSCA constructability review, scheduling, estimating, project
Small Contractor Lending Program: AECOM management, safety, inspection
was the first Construction Management firm to and closeout. The program is schedule‐driven and has adopted
successfully consummate a loan in this SCA the cradle to grave approach with AECOM holding the
program. construction contracts.
2007 NYC School Construction Authority
AECOM also mentored contractors in the following areas:.
Construction Manager of the Year Award:
Presented to the AECOM team for outstanding − Technical assistance and training
leadership in developing Minority and Women-owned − Fast‐track payment systems
businesses. − Job experience opportunities

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Exhibit D ‐ 2

Current AECOM Mentor‐Protégé Agreements
Mentor Protégé Program

AECOM USA, Inc. ‐ Various NYC SCA certified NYC
NY Metro Region Minority, Women & Local School Construction
Business Enterprises Authority (NYC SCA)

AECOM Design and Mimar Ponte Mellor Federal Aviation
Consulting Services Administration (FAA)
Group

AECOM Design and Singhofen & Associates, U.S. Department of
Consulting Services Inc Homeland Security
Group
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Question 7:
AECOM Supplier Diversity/Small Business Programs are committed to maximize procurement
opportunities for small businesses to the fullest extent consistent with efficient contract
performance. Over the last 5 years, AECOM’s has directed nearly 30% of subcontracted dollars to
small businesses across our various market sectors.

AECOM Federal 5 Year Average (FY2015-2019)

Small Disadvantaged Business 11.3%
Women-Owned Small Business 13.8%
Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business 4.5%

We believe that small and diverse businesses bring innovation and expertise that assist AECOM in
supporting our customers and their missions. AECOM continuously seeks to identify new M/WBE
and SDVOB firms to support our work across our markets. To incorporate certified firms into our
projects, AECOM engages in a robust outreach program to identify qualified firms by hosting
outreach events, and taking part in client and industry events that provide an opportunity for
M/WBE firms to network and market their products and services to us.
AECOM’s strong commitment to Supplier Diversity runs through the entire firm and is driven by
our Supplier Diversity Commitment Statement signed by our Chief Executive Officer, Troy Rudd.

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Supplier Diversity/Small Business Program

AECOM recognizes the important role small businesses play in our economy and believes in contributing to
the communities in which we work. It is the practice of AECOM to provide maximum practicable
subcontracting opportunities for small and diverse firms including but not limited to the following; Small
Business (SB), Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE), Women‐Owned Business Enterprises (WBE),
Minority‐Owned Business Enterprises (MBE), Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone), Veteran‐
Owned Small Business (VOSB), Service Disabled Veteran Owned Business (SDVOB), and any other type of
small or minority‐owned business. We believe that small and diverse businesses bring innovation and
expertise that assist AECOM in supporting our customers and their missions. AECOM’s strong commitment
to supplier diversity runs through the entire firm and is driven by our Supplier Diversity Commitment
Statement signed by our Chief Executive Officer, Troy Rudd.

As part of this commitment, our team provides comprehensive support to maximize procurement
opportunities for small businesses to the fullest extent consistent with efficient contract performance.
Staff dedicated to our Supplier Diversity/Small Business Programs work closely with AECOM project teams
to provide assistance and support in the following areas:
∙ Proposal Support: Assist with development of subcontracting utilization plans and program narratives to
highlight small business program and overall program success
∙ Small Business Identification: Support in identifying capable and qualified small and diverse firms for
subcontracting opportunities or to serve as our prime contractor for a small business set‐aside
∙ AECOM Work History: Provide details on past performance for small business partners to assist in
understanding who has worked with a given firm
∙ Small Business Outreach: Attend and speak at small business conferences, tradeshows, and
matchmaking events to identify new and qualified subcontractors and to represent AECOM
∙ Small Business Regulatory Tracking & Training: Track new Federal, State and Local laws and regulations
and provide training and guidance to internal teams on the impact of these changes and how we will
comply with the new requirements
∙ Small Business Capture Strategy: Assist in the development of a proactive small business strategy for a
market, client or specific opportunity
∙ Audit Coordination: Lead and manage all Federal, State and Local business audits and inquiries from our
clients and/or regulatory agencies on performance data as need to assess goal performance
∙ Small Business Compliance Strategy: Provide support and strategy guidance to Program and Project
Managers on goal achievement through one‐on‐one working sessions
∙ Mentor‐Protégé Support: Draft, vet, and provide comprehensive support for mentor‐protégé
agreements
∙ Client Management: Support engagement efforts with clients' small business staff (i.e., Office of Civil
Rights, Department of Small Business Services, etc.). The small business team is committed to providing
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Sent time: 06/18/2021 03:44:05 PM
Cc: Scerbo, Tom <Tom.Scerbo@aecom.com>; Parker, Brian (Chicago) <Brian.Parker2@aecom.com>
Subject: ESD Solicitation - Stadium Feasibility ( AECOM response-download link)
Steve,
Given the size of our proposal attachment I am following up with a download link to ensure our submission is able to be
received by the deadline/ not caught up in any email limit filters.
Have a great weekend,
Jon
AECOM Proposal
https://we.tl/t‐EpBiSweyqF
Vice President
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@jonniemuth
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From: Niemuth, Jon

Sent: Friday, June 18, 2021 2:29 PM
To: Stephen.Gawlik@esd.ny.gov
Cc: Scerbo, Tom <Tom.Scerbo@aecom.com>; Parker, Brian (Chicago) <Brian.Parker2@aecom.com>
Subject: ESD Solicitation ‐ Stadium Feasibility ( AECOM response)
Steve,
I am pleased to provide the AECOM team’s submission for the above referenced solicitation. We have developed a
comprehensive response to your proposal which we believe will provide Empire State Development with all the expertise
required to create a comprehensive analysis. Please note that this document includes our completed Diversity Questionnaire
as clarified in your note earlier today.
Please do not hesitate to contact myself or Brian if you have any questions.
Jon
Vice President
D 816‐360‐4652
M 816‐674‐6784
@jonniemuth
AECOM
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Suite 200
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Sent time: 06/18/2021 04:08:12 PM
Subject: RE: ESD Solicitation - Stadium Feasibility ( AECOM response-download link)
Received.
Thanks
Subject: RE: ESD Solicitation ‐ Stadium Feasibility ( AECOM response‐download link)
emails.
Steve,
Please confirm our proposal was received – I had sent (2) versions but did not get a delivery confirmation for either so want to
confirm you have it.
Thanks much
jon
Vice President
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Sent time: 06/22/2021 11:01:18 AM
Jon,
We are looking to schedule a Zoom call with you for Monday the 28th to discuss your proposal. No more than one hour. Does
noon to 2 work or 4pm?
Thanks,
Steve
emails.
Steve,
Thanks much
jon
Vice President
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M 816‐674‐6784
@jonniemuth
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Sent time: 06/22/2021 11:16:47 AM
Steve,
I have a hold on our calendars from 1130‐1pm CST ( noon ‐2 pm EST) the guys were booked at the 3pm CST / 4pm EST slot.
I am still trying to confirm one persons vacation schedule for next week but there are least two of us available Monday to
discuss the proposal at the above time.
Let me know/ confirm when you would like to start and I can send a Teams invite.
Jon
Vice President
D 816‐360‐4652
M 816‐674‐6784
@jonniemuth
AECOM
2380 McGee
Suite 200
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Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: ESD Solicitation ‐ Stadium Feasibility ( AECOM response‐download link)
Jon,
Thanks,
Steve
emails.
Steve,
Thanks much
jon
Vice President
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M 816‐674‐6784
@jonniemuth
AECOM
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Suite 200
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Sent time: 06/18/2021 04:04:34 PM
Steve,
Thanks much
jon
Vice President
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M 816‐674‐6784
@jonniemuth
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Suite 200
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Sent time: 06/22/2021 11:19:43 AM
Jon,
Let’s do Noon ‐1pm.
Thanks,
Steve
emails.
Steve,
I have a hold on our calendars from 1130‐1pm CST ( noon ‐2 pm EST) the guys were booked at the 3pm CST / 4pm EST slot.
I am still trying to confirm one persons vacation schedule for next week but there are least two of us available Monday to
discuss the proposal at the above time.
Let me know/ confirm when you would like to start and I can send a Teams invite.
Jon
Vice President
D 816‐360‐4652
M 816‐674‐6784
@jonniemuth
AECOM
2380 McGee
Suite 200
T +816‐561‐4443
aecom.com

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Subject: [EXTERNAL] RE: ESD Solicitation ‐ Stadium Feasibility ( AECOM response‐download link)
Jon,
Thanks,
Steve
emails.
Steve,
Thanks much
jon
Vice President
D 816‐360‐4652
M 816‐674‐6784
@jonniemuth
AECOM
2380 McGee
Suite 200
T +816‐561‐4443
aecom.com

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Sent time: 06/14/2021 03:39:32 PM
To: Parker, Brian (Chicago) <Brian.Parker2@aecom.com>
Cc: Niemuth, Jon <jon.niemuth@aecom.com>; Harper, Garrett <Garrett.Harper@aecom.com>
Subject: RE: Stadium Feasibility Economic Impact Solicitation
Brian,
Below are questions that were responded to earlier today. The response were emailed to Jon. Please confirm AECOM received
it. Your additional questions will be responded to ASAP.
Steve
Below are questions and ESD’s responses with respect to the above referenced solicitation:
1. For purposes of fee proposal, how many proposed sites should be assumed for feasibility analysis? RESPONSE: No more
than 3.
2. Please clarify whether the scope of work will include analysis of the current sublease to the Bills. RESPONSE: No.
3. Please confirm that the Selected Respondent will not be prohibited from participating in future work (such as project
management implementation or owner’s representative services) after completion of this current scope of work.
RESPONSE: No, the selected respondent will not be prohibited from future work on the project.
4. Please clarify whether ESD has or is planning to separately engage planning and design services in connection with this
scope of work and whether ESD is expecting planning/A&E/civil as part of Respondent proposals. RESPONSE: No, it is not
expected that ESD will engage in planning and design services separately. Moreover, the current scope of work does not
include the planning and/or design of a new stadium, however, as part of the feasibility analysis, the selected
respondent will be required to analyze proposed sites, provide advice on programmatic components of a new NFL
stadium and opportunities for ancillary development and provide and/or verify expected costs including infrastructure
upgrade costs, associated with proposed sites.
Thank you
From: Parker, Brian (Chicago) <Brian.Parker2@aecom.com>
Sent: Monday, June 14, 2021 3:36 PM
Cc: Niemuth, Jon <jon.niemuth@aecom.com>; Harper, Garrett <Garrett.Harper@aecom.com>
Subject: Stadium Feasibility Economic Impact Solicitation
emails.
Mr. Gawlik – I’m following up on Jon Niemuth’s previous email to you confirming AECOM’s interest in responding to ESD’s
solicitation for Stadium Feasibility and related services with two questions:
1. Can you please confirm the number of sites that will be considered in the site selection component of the analysis?
2. The solicitation does not specifically call for a detailed scope of work…are we to respond solely with a fee proposal
based on the scope of services as outlined in the solicitation?
Thank you in advance for your timely response.
Brian Parker
Principal/National Director, Sports Economics
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Sent time: 06/08/2021 01:36:49 PM

II. Scope of Work

III. Required Proposal Contents

1. Executive Summary, Experience, and Key Personnel

IV. Selection Criteria

1. Anticipated cost of services (30%)

 Commercial General Liability insurance - $1 million per occurrence and $2 million

VI. Non-Discrimination and Contractor & Supplier Diversity Requirements

CONTRACTOR REQUIREMENTS AND PROCEDURES FOR PARTICIPATION BY NEW YORK STATE-

Business Participation Opportunities for MWBEs

a) If a respondent fails to submit an MWBE Utilization Plan;

Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements

The required forms can be found at the following web addresses:

PARTICIPATION OPPORTUNITIES FOR NEW YORK STATE CERTIFIED SERVICE-DISABLED

B. Contractor must document “good faith efforts” to provide meaningful participation by

SDVOB Utilization Plan

B. If a notice of deficiency is issued, Bidder/Contractor agrees that it shall respond to the

(a) If a Bidder fails to submit an SDVOB Utilization Plan;

A. F. If awarded a Contract, Contractor certifies that it will follow the submitted

B. G. Contractor further agrees that a failure to use SDVOBs as agreed in the

Request for Waiver

B. In accordance with 9 NYCRR § 252.2(m), a Bidder/Contractor that is able to document

Waiver requests should be sent to OCSD.

Required Good Faith Efforts

(1) Copies of solicitations to SDVOBs and any responses thereto.

(5) Other information deemed relevant to the waiver request.

Monthly SDVOB Contractor Compliance Report

Breach of Contract and Damages

VII. Procurement Forms and Contractual Requirements

A. Disclosure of Potential Conflicts: Respondent shall disclose any existing or

B. Disclosure of Ethics Investigations: Respondent must disclose whether it, or any

ii. State Finance Law Sections 139-j and 139-k forms

permissible communications between potential Bidders and ESD or other involved

Bidders must submit the Offeror Disclosure of Prior Non-Responsibility Determinations,

iii. Vendor Responsibility Questionnaire

In addition, please see link to EO-192: https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/no-192-

iv. Iran Divestment Act

v. Executive Order 177

The required certification for can be found at:

vi. Encouraging the Use of NYS Businesses in Contract Performance Form

vii. Certification under State Tax Law Section 5-a

ix. Project Sunlight

x. W-9 Form. Fill in and Submit W-9 Form. W-9 Form

VIII. Other Terms and Conditions

IX. Submission of Proposal

Steve – please feel free to forward to anyone else on your side.

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Staff Proposed Role

Katelyn Hansen Economic Associate

Brandon Liebst Project Design Lead Designer IV, Architecture

Hein Le Roux Stadium Cost Estimator Director (Cost)

Associate (Category 2) 130 135

Senior Project Manager (category 3) 171 183