2349 Glenda Lane
Dallas, Texas 75229
972.243.7674 Phone
972.243.7710 Fax
972.692.0129 Alt. Fax
www.schwob.com
Items in italics have been revised
Revision 4 – March 8, 2012
Mr. Peter Burlage
Peerless Manufacturing Company
14651 NorthDallas Parkway
Suite 500
Dallas,Texas 75254
RE:NEW FACILITY – PEERLESS MANUFACTURING COMPANY
7000 Block of Dakota Lane, Denton, Texas
SUBJECT: Revised Construction Cost Proposal
Dear Mr. Burlage:
We proposeto construct the new Peerless Manufacturing Company facility in Denton, Texas per the following scope and clarifications for the lump sum amount of Nine Million Eight Hundred Eleven Thousand Eight Hundred Eighty and 00/100 Dollars
($ 9,811,880.00).
This constructioncost proposal is based on local City and State code requirements, a Geotechnical Investigation by Reed Engineering Group (dated 02/18/11), and Design Documents and Specifications provided by Alliance Architects (dated 04/08/11). See the attachedIndex of Drawings for revision dates.
COST SUMMARY:
Construction Proposal (05-19-11)
$9,499,512.00
Cost Escalations
$118,441.00
Scope modifications by Owner
$193,927.00
Revised Construction Proposal Amount
$9,811,880.00
SCOPE MODIFICATIONS BY OWNER:
1.
Piping for welding gases - (ALLOWANCE)$70,000.00
2.
Overhead crane revisions
a. Change cranes 1 and 4 from 2 each 20 ton cranes toa total of 4 each 10 ton cranes
$51,540.00
b. Cranes 2 and 5 to remain 40 ton each
no change
c. Change cranes 3 and 6 from 2 each 20 ton cranes to a total of 3 each 10 toncranes
$11,858.00
Mr. Peter Burlage
Peerless Manufacturing Company
RE:NEW FACILITY – PEERLESS MANUFACTURING COMPANY
7000 Block of Dakota Lane, Denton, Texas
SUBJECT:Revised Construction Cost Proposal
Revised March 3, 2012
Page 2
SCOPE MODIFICATIONS BY OWNER (continued):
3.
Add water and sewer piping stub-up at the northwest corner of 136 Spot Welding at column grid J7 for future acid basin to be provided and installed by theOwner$ 2,000.00
4.
Increase Compressor Shed to 25’-0” x 15’-0” x 10’-0”$2,288.00
5.
Add electrical and piping for welding gases at 3 additional welding workspaces to be located between column grid B3 and D3$14,825.00
6.
Foundation revisions for 500 ton press at room 146to be determined
7.
Design costs for the future Paint and Blast Booth Building$25,000.00
8.
Schwob overhead and fee on scope modifications$16,416.00
MAJOR COST ESCALATIONS:
The following major scopes of work have incurred cost increases for their materials and/or labor since the initial pricing proposal was submitted in May 2011.
• Miscellaneous steel material
$ 19,669.00
• Drywall
no change
• PEMB materials
$31,810.00
• PEMB Insulation
<$3,118.00>
• Overhead cranes
$25,333.00
• Overhead cranes (material sales taxes left out of original bid)
$35,747.00
• Plumbing
$10,000.00
• HVAC
no change
• Electrical
<$1,000.00>
• Schwob overhead and fee
no change
CLARIFICATIONS:
1.Owner and Contractor each agree that following the execution of the Construction Contract, no on-site construction or development work, other than such work requiredby separate instrument per the development agreement, may begin or occur on the Owner’s property until Contractor receives a written authorization from Owner to proceed with such work. Contractor agrees that Owner will not be liable for anyliens placed on the property or in connection with the construction of any structures on the property unless Owner has given its prior written authorization for such work. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Owner agrees that Contractor may place ordersfor materials related to the project and that Owner will be responsible for costs incurred by Contractor for such orders.
2.This proposal is based on reaching mutually acceptable contract terms.
3.We have included builder’s risk insurance.
4.We have included the building permit and plan review fees.
5.We have included the bond costs for the on-site public utility improvements.
Mr. Peter Burlage
Peerless Manufacturing Company
RE:NEW FACILITY – PEERLESS MANUFACTURING COMPANY
A101
7000 Block of Dakota Lane, Denton, Texas
SUBJECT:Revised Construction Cost Proposal
Revised March 3, 2012
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6.Due to a lack of ground water concerns, we have not included casing piers in our proposal. However, we may need to case all or some of the piers due to water injectingthe building pad. This will be handled on a per unit rate if required.
7.We have provided building pad preparation as follows:

Excavate to 5’-0” below building sub grade to a distance 5’-0” outside the building perimeter (10’-0” at all entrances).

Water injection stabilization to a depth of 20’-0” below excavated grade (5 passes included). Additional passes will be handled on a per unitrate if required.

Moisture condition and re-compact excavated soils.

Stabilize compacted soil with a mixture of 6% lime to a depth of 6” below grade.

8.We have included chain link fences as 6’-0” tall in lieu of 8’-0” tall where shown.
9.We have included vinyl privacy slats at the fence along the north and west sides of the gravel lay down yard.
10.We have included V-groove rolling ornamental gates in lieu of cantilever gates due to the width of the proposed openings.
11.We have included manually operated gates.
12.We have included liner panels in the manufacturing space to 10’-0” AFF with exposed vinyl-faced batt insulation above.
13.Specification 41 1213 does not identify the capacity required for the parts lift at the mezzanine. We have included an Auto-Quip VRC with the following specifications:

Capacity: 6,000 lbs.

Platform size: 8’-0” x 12’-0”

Vertical rise: 15’-0”

Load height: 10’-0”

Upper and lower gates with safety interlocks

14.We have included the compressed air loop and drops. All air compressors, dryers, gas tanks, gas loops and gas drops shall be provided and installed by the owner. Wehave provided a $70,000 ALLOWANCE to be approved by the Owner under the “SCOPE MODIFICATIONS BY OWNER” heading above.
15.Per Vince Hanlon’s directions, we have eliminated all scope and costs associated with FOCR #155 (Conditioned Workspace).
16.We have made structural accommodations for the Owner provided and installed jib cranes.
17.This proposal is valid for a period of thirty (30) calendar days from the date first indicated above. However, due to the volatility of the steel and coppermarkets, Schwob Building Company reserves the right to review, withdraw, and/or amend this proposal after this time.
18.The Construction Schedule is an estimated 336 calendar days (approximately 48 weeks). This duration is based on a Commencement Date of 10 days after receipt of allapplicable permits from the local governing authorities and an executed Owner/Contractor Agreement, whichever is greater.
Mr. Peter Burlage
Peerless Manufacturing Company
RE:NEW FACILITY – PEERLESS MANUFACTURING COMPANY
7000 Block of Dakota Lane, Denton, Texas
SUBJECT:Revised Construction Cost Proposal
Revised March 3, 2012
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EXCLUSIONS:
1.Design and preconstruction services (under separate contract).
2.Off-site road improvements and public sidewalks (under separate contract).
3.Off-site drainage and utility improvements (under separate contract).
4.Material testing laboratory services (by Owner).
5.Material escalation costs.
6.Payment and performance bond costs.
7.Costs for the Payment and Performance Bond on any accepted alternates or unit prices.
8.Water and sewer impact fee and water meter fee costs from the City of Denton.
9.Charges, fees, or assessments from the local utility providers.
10.Certifications or fees for compliance with the International Energy Conservation Code.
11.We assume any rock excavation can be easily performed with normal excavation equipment.
12.Costs associated with unforeseen subsurface conditions.
13.Concrete curb and gutter at the 5-acre gravel storage area.
14.Fireproofing of structural steel.
15.Epoxy grout at tile finishes.
16.Exterior signage (by Owner).
17.Jib cranes (by Owner).
18.Air compressors and dryers (by Owner).
19.Gas tanks, loops and drops (by Owner).
20.Security system (by Owner).
21.Phone and data cabling (by Owner).
22.Final connections to owner-provided manufacturing equipment.
23.Lightning protection system.
Mr. Peter Burlage
Peerless Manufacturing Company
RE:NEW FACILITY – PEERLESS MANUFACTURING COMPANY
7000 Block of Dakota Lane, Denton, Texas
SUBJECT:Revised Construction Cost Proposal
Revised March 3, 2012

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ALLOWANCES:
1.
Residential appliances$10,000.00
We look forward to working with you on this project. If I can be of further assistance, please contact me at972-243-7674.

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Sincerely,
SchwobBuilding Company, Ltd.

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Charles G. Rachuig CPE
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Attachments
Index of Drawings
Index ofSpecifications
Alliance Architects Addendum #1
Schwob Clarification to Subcontractors #1

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