Question 1

ECF Engineering Corporate Headquarters

Accepted Answer

ECF Engineering Consultants is the engineer of record for the HVAC, Electrical and Plumbing systems of this new 20,000 SF Class A Office Facility. The HVAC design by Team ECF is a chilled water ice thermal storage system with variable air volume on the air side. This system was chosen to utilize the benefits of off peak rates when satisfying building HVAC needs. The electrical system components included smart windows and internal automatic light control for light harvesting. The facility power supply shall be supplemented with roof mounted photo voltaic cells to lesson the power demand needs from the local utility. PV cells will also afford ECF the opportunity to provide power to the grid during minimum building usage. Plumbing system incorporates smart water heater technology to reduce energy usage when not utilized.

Question 2

Okeechobee EV Fast Charging Stations - NextEra Energy

Accepted Answer

ECF Engineering Consultants provided engineering services to create civil, structural, and electrical designs for construction of an electric vehicle (EV) charger facility in Okeechobee, Florida. ECF's design was coordinated  with Okeechobee County input and used to obtain use and building permits, material and construction bids, and finally to construct and document final condition(s).

Question 3

Generator Upgrade - Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

Accepted Answer

Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office requested  electrical system modifications and standby generator upgrade to include entire facility at their Community Drive facility in West Palm Beach, Florida.  ECF Engineering Consultants prepared construction documents to add standby generator that services the entire buildings electrical load including air conditioning with a new generator. ECF provided complete system specifications and needed switching requirements. ECF evaluated the generator main line to the main electric room, switching and all related equipment and include any needed upgrades in wiring or equipment from the generator to the main electric room. The new generator was sized for a run time of no less than three (3) days at full system load. ECF also evaluated the space needed for the new unit and provide structural drawings for concrete pad extension, fuel capacity, run times and all related needs encompassing the upgrade and replacement of the unit. The system designed by ECF included cathodic protection of new generator and associated equipment.

Question 4

Annex Property Electric and Lighting Design - Port of Palm Beach

Accepted Answer

Port of Palm Beach Engineering Staff requested ECF Engineering Consultants design lighting and electrical system for the Port annex property. ECF Engineering Consultants provided construction documents to install lighting and electrical power supply on the annex lay down storage facility.

Question 5

ICYG Learning Center & Museum - Inner City Youth Golf, Inc.

Accepted Answer

The ICYG Learning Center & Museum is a 3,260 Sq. Ft. educational facility built to celebrate the accomplishments of African American in golf. ECF Engineering Consultants was the engineer of record for this project in designing the HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing and Fire Protection systems. The HVAC system utilized a multi-zone approach to manage peak and off-peak loads the facility will see. The electrical system incorporated photomataic lighting sensors and smart switches for energy efficiency. The fire protection system was design to exceed minimum requirements in considering students safety while using the facility.

Question 6

Seventh Day Adventist - New Youth Pavilion

Accepted Answer

The Southeastern Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist commissioned a new multipurpose facility in Hawthorne, Florida. The New Youth Pavilion/ Gymnasium located at the conference's camp ground is a 10,000 SF new construction facility with classroom learning spaces, first floor basketball arena, second floor fitness area and indoor track and commercial kitchen facilities. ECF Engineering Consultants was the engineer of record for the HVAC, electrical, plumbing and fire protection systems. The HVAC system utilized energy efficient technology the will incorporate the ability to deliver a controlled climate during peak and part loads for the building. The electrical systems was designed with high efficient LED lighting throughout and energy management system that allows the flexibility for a facility with such a diverse operational needs. The camping facility utilizes a self contained water treatment plant. ECF incorporated the plumbing system to seamless integrate into the water plant. Dry type plumbing fixtures were used in consideration of water conservations and an energy efficient recirculating hot water loop was designed into the facility. The new facility was located outside the local municipalities water main access, so the fire protection design utilized ground well system to a storage tank with fire protection pumps to activate when needed.

Question 7

Generator Upgrade for Fleet/General Services - Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

Accepted Answer

ECF Engineering Consultants prepared construction documents to replace the current diesel generator that services the entire fleet/general services building electrical load, including air conditioning, with a new generator. ECF provided complete specifications of the needed switching requirements. ECF evaluated the generator main line to the main electric room, switching and all related equipment and include any needed upgrades in wiring to equipment from the generator to the main electric room. The new generator was sized for a run time of no less than three (3) days at full system load. ECF also assessed the space needed for the new unit and provided construction documents for concrete pad extension, fuel capacity, run times and all related needs encompassing the upgrade and replacement of the unit. ECF advocated for cathodic protection of new generator and associated equipment to protect them for lightning strikes.

Question 8

Organic Nutrition - Pranger Enterprises

Accepted Answer

ECF Engineering Consultants to provide engineering services for the design of HVAC system for a new Organic Nutrition facility in Boynton Beach, Florida. The HVAC system shall utilize on site pond/lake as a geothermal solution. ECF will first perform a feasibility study to determine on-site lake conditions. Lake volume, seasonal temperature gradients and estimated heat exchange rate shall be determined during the study phase. The feasibility study of the HVAC system for Organic Nutrition will consisted of performing an analysis of the on-site lake to determine characteristics. The assessment report highlighted the cooling load capacity of on-site lake. The design a complete and functional HVAC system that provides an environment for Organic Nutrition that is conducive to clean air work facility for employees and quality air environment for growing processes.4. Provide construction administration services for the implementation of HVAC system.

Question 9

Aviation Facility Electrical Engineering Services - Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office

Accepted Answer

ECF Engineering Consultants was the engineer of record for the evaluation of a existing transformer within the main jail facility and its sub panels. The project also included the addition of one (1) 20 amp circuit for new equipment use.

Question 10

Ephesus Junior Academy - South Eastern Conference of the Seventh Day Adventist

Accepted Answer

ECF Engineering Consultants were the engineers of record for the mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection design at this new education facility. The engineered systems for this project included dedicated 100% outside air units per classroom for optimum air quality. Energy efficient light fixtures and controls throughout. Use of innovative duct work to reduce project cost. ECF design staff worked closely with the client to exceed expectations and deliver engineered systems catered to their needs. Facility is 36,500 SF.

Question 11

Christ Fellowship Healing Temple Renovations -Christ Fellowship

Accepted Answer

ECF was responsible for the MEP (mechanical, electrical and plumbing) design and engineer of record for this 2,000 SF multipurpose religious facility located in Pahokee, Florida.

Question 12

Ash Building Fan Motor Upgrades - Covanta Resource Recovery

Accepted Answer

ECF Engineering Consultants (ECF) was responsible for the detailed electrical design and the production of construction documents relating to the replacement of 100 HP fan motors with 200 HP fan motors serving the Ash Management Building. ECF specified the new fan's wire and breaker size. ECF also coordinated and specified the new fan's control schemes and control wire integration with existing operations. The specification for the fan's disconnect switch size and location were included in this project. Auxiliary equipment to the fan's operation, like motor starter and control panel location were included also.

Question 13

Engineering (Structural, Mechanical, & Fire Protection) Assessment of Building 11, 12, and 13 - Port of Palm Beach

Accepted Answer

Buildings 11, 12 (Gulfstream) and 13 (Port Facilities) had passed their warranted time periods at the Port of Palm Beach. ECF Engineering Consultants was charged with assessing the engineered systems (HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing and Structural) to determine the adequacy of each system and the long term feasibility of each building. ECF provided recommendation to mitigate any system deficiencies. ECF Engineering Consultants provided the necessary personnel to perform the engineering systems assessments, to determine the required repairs, produce a construction scope of work, prepare repair design drawings and bid ready documents to advertise for contractor's proposals to rehabilitate each structure.

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