Archvia - Built Environment Consultants

Services

Archvia works closely with clients to assist them in determining the facility implications of improved business processes, alternative practices, program rollouts, funded mandates, and operational improvements. We have successfully provided design services and project and construction management services for our clients.

Design Consultation

Architectural & Engineering Design Services

We ensure the structural integrity of our projects by managing the architectural and engineering core of the design throughout every phase of the project.

Building & Life Safety Code Assessments

Ensuring building and life safety code compliance is a key priority in every Archvia project. We perform comprehensive building and life safety code assessments and, if any areas of non-compliance are discovered, we provide remedies to expeditiously cure the non-compliance and ensure the safety of the structure in accordance with local and federal regulations.

Design Build Project Delivery

Archvia serves as a single point of contact for project design and build out to ensure a streamlined, cost effective and efficient delivery system.

Developing Program of Requirements

After working with the client to understand your goals and objectives, we synthesize this information into requirements and oversee each to completion.

Furniture Concepts and Procurement

In conjunction with space planning and interior design, we have an efficient and cost effective supply chain network that we utilize to ensure the appropriate scale and ergonomic design and that the furniture meets the intended use and is delivered to the appropriate facility at the appropriate time.

Interior Design

Understanding that the built environment is beyond painted walls and carpeted floors, we help our clients bring the space to “life” by working to appropriately attire the space and ensure that it is well appointed.

Strategic Housing Plan

We can help design a plan for urban, suburban and rural areas that will allow our clients to achieve homeownership, population density, and economic stimulation goals and objectives.

Space Planning

We incorporate the client’s space goals into the plan to develop the appropriate space flow and placement of furniture, fixtures and equipment.

Project and Construction Management

On-site Contractor Support

Archvia provides on-site staff to oversee contractors and ensure coordination and collaboration, budget management and timely achievement of milestones.

Lease Solicitation for Offer Preparation

Archvia has strong experience negotiating federal leased opportunities through the General Services Administration (GSA). We understand the scope of GSA leases, lease conditions and the requirements for submitting an award winning proposal. Our experience extends beyond federal leased opportunities and we have also successfully negotiated commercial leases.

Budget Estimates

Archvia utilizes best practices to understand, evaluate and outline the project scope to provide an itemized and comprehensive estimate of indirect and direct costs.

Change Orders Evaluation and Processing

Contingency planning is an integral part of our project and construction management process and we review and evaluate change orders in the context of the overall scope to manage budget while maintaining the architectural and construction integrity of the project to ensure that it meets the client’s current and future needs.

Contracts Close Out

Archvia has extensive experience working with contracting officers and guiding clients through the detailed process of ensuring that all deadlines are met and required paperwork is submitted to verify project completion, manage final payments, and ensure disposition of classified materials in accordance with guidelines and regulations.

Development of Project Schedules

Archvia works collaboratively at project outset to develop a comprehensive schedule, outlining the critical path, and ensuring the availability of labor and materials to adhere to timely project completion.

Development of Requests for Proposal

Archvia aids clients by understanding proposal requirements, including requirements specific to GSA, local government and commercial organizations, outlining key details that support project objectives and writing award-winning proposals.

Development of Statement of Work

Archvia has expertise in the end to end development process and understands the vital first step of outlining detailed requirements in the statement of work.

Facilities Evaluation Reports

Archvia conducts a detailed inspection to develop a comprehensive report that helps clients understand the value of their facility, areas of system fatigue or operational inefficiencies, and prepare and manage capital budgets.

Lease Evaluation and Coordination

Archvia will review the lease to ensure alignment with our client’s space goals including: review of all terms and conditions, services and maintenance schedules, performance management and coordinate with key stakeholders.

Management of Design and Construction Phase

We oversee the preparation of construction drawings, permitting and zoning requirements and the construction of the space.

Project Progress Monitoring and Reports

As part of program oversight, project plans are monitored daily and updated, at least, weekly to ensure adherence to critical path.

Proposal Evaluation and Contract Negotiations

Archvia will ensure proposal compliance and eligibility. During contract negotiations, we work closely to ensure alignment with goals and budget management.