Specifications include, but are not limited to: The Event Center’s pre-opening period requires the professional management operator to provide a senior manager experienced with the design, development and construction activities involved in the completion of the new Event Center. This individual will work with the various consultants and contractors hired by the City to complete design and construct the Event Center and to provide advice and input related to facility development in order to produce a facility that will successfully function at a level satisfactory to event patrons, tenants, renters, event/show organizers and the City. Some of the tasks required during this period include, but are not limited to: • Utility Reviews – Review electrical lighting and audiovisual plans from the perspective of projected Event Center users. • Telecommunications Review – Formulate end user requirements for reference in system design. Develop equipment list in consultation with telecommunications consultant and develop administrative telecommunications plan. • Keying System Review – Review master key and hardware schedules. Develop a keying plan with an emphasis on developing long-term focus on promoting building security and safety needs. • Interior Finish Review – Review the interior finish with a focus on cost efficient, long-term care and upkeep. Make recommendations regarding the purchase of proper maintenance equipment and the initial procurement of durable goods. • Security System/CCTV Review – Review of planned security/CCTV system with a focus on the desire to identify and prioritize security needs. • Directional Signage Review – Review signage specifications in the design plans with a focusing on the desire to develop signage that meets the needs of future event schedules and related vehicle/patron traffic patterns. Assist the graphics designer in the selection of interior graphics communications needs and location plans. • Kitchen/Concession/Catering Review – Review both permanent and portable kitchen specifications and equipment. Work with the food service consultant to recommend an efficient layout of facilities and to procure small wares. • HVAC Review – Review HVAC specifications and the functionality of controlling different zones within the Event Center to optimize energy consumption. • Load-In/Load-Out – Review ingress and egress with respect to event participation and production. • Rigging/Hanging Point Analysis – Review the design and criteria for rigging and hanging point loads to allow for functional and safe operation in anticipation of projected facility user requirements. • Furniture, Fixtures and Equipment (FF&E) – Review and comment on proposed inventory of FF&E consistent with the program of the Event Center. Assess budget of the proposed FF&E inventory and develop purchasing guidelines for receiving bids. • Audio/Visual Equipment Review – Work with the consultants and contractors to design the technical systems required to equip the building with the appropriate audio, visual and other technological equipment necessary to attract a wide array of events to the Event Center.
