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Renovation | Historical San Antonio, TX Competitive Bid Win

"Remember the Alamo"

Complete case study demonstrating the Value + Technical pursuit approach — from scope definition through competitive bid win with $2M+ pricing advantage.

Project Overview

Major renovation requiring TPE roof system, exterior scaffold, shoring/bracing, logistics, crane operations. Competitive bid win with $2M+ pricing advantage demonstrating value engineering capability.

SERVICES
TPE Roof System Exterior Scaffold Shoring/Bracing Crane Operations Logistics
PRODUCTS
HAKI Roof Systems Hunnebeck Shoring Systems Scaffold
Value Highlights
Competitive bid win
$10.8M scope
$2M+ pricing advantage
Fast-track animation proof
Historic landmark preservation
Pursuit Team
Rick Dunlap
VP Project Controls N.A.
Execution Approach Lead
TPE Lead
Shoring / Bracing Specialist
TPE, Shoring / Bracing, Exterior Scaffold
Logistics Lead
Crane & Logistics
Logistics, crane coordination
QRA Lead
Quality & Risk
Quality Risk Assessment
Pricing — Enclosure Execution Tasks Overview (Bid Comparison)
Scope Item Revised Submission
(BrandSafway)		 Bid Submission
(Competitor)		 Difference
Prep Misc. $54,000.00 ($54,000.00) -
Prep Metal $1,058,100.00 ($1,838,000.00) ($1,248,100.00)
Exterior Wall Facing Material $886,177.00 ($1,723,376.00) ($1,157,401.00)
Exterior Wall Facing Labor $1,011,417.00 ($841,060.00) ($850,357.00)
Interior Wall Facing Material $508,658.00 ($578,248.00) ($578,248.50)
Interior Wall Facing Labor $615,200.00 ($590,760.00) ($590,760.00)
Sales Tax 8.25% on Material $201,585.05 ($271,576.79) ($160,062.25)
Total Cost (Main Scope) $4,816,052.05 $7,210,427.79 ($2,404,502.63)
ADDITIONAL SCOPE
Long Barracks Material & Labor $278,300.00 $278,300.00 $0.00
Interior Scaffold Material & Labor $45,000.00 $45,000.00 $0.00
Sales Tax 8.25% on Material (Add'l) $25,672.25 $18,396.13 ($78,396.13)
Total Cost (Additional) $972.25 $5,691,696.13 ($18,306.13)
SCOPE TOTAL BID PACKAGE
Scope Total Bid Package $10,836,024.25 $12,902,123.92 $2,050,168.71
$2.05M
Pricing Advantage
BrandSafway total: $10.84M vs Competitor: $12.90M
15.9%
Cost Savings
Lower total cost through value engineering
Animation Proof
Fast-Track Proof
Technical animation demonstrating execution methodology
Technical Specifications
TPE / Roof System
INSTALLATION SEQUENCE
  1. Lay out and set Foundation
  2. Lay out and install steel grillage
  3. Install Columns (Pre-assembled mast sets)
  4. Install header beams
  5. Install HAKI roofing truss framework
  6. Install Gantry system
  7. Install TPE roofing
FEATURES
Complete weather enclosure Modular installation sequence Pre-assembled components for speed
HAKI Roof Systems
INSTALLATION SEQUENCE
  1. Lay out and attach horizontal SS walers on vertical SS soldiers
  2. Install systems scaffold on interior between walls and Hunnebeck bracing
  3. Lay out and attach SS screw jacks to contact walls
FEATURES
Modular components Easy assembly, minimized SKUs Span large areas Mobile or Stationary Protection using Trak Insitu or Flown Designed for the most challenging projects
Hunnebeck Shoring
INSTALLATION SEQUENCE
  1. Install inner legs
  2. Install outer legs
  3. Attach ledger frames
  4. Connect adaptor plates for taller heights
  5. Fix platform decks onto ledger frames
FEATURES
Up to 24,000 lbs leg loadings Lightweight yet strong aluminum components 3 main components: inner leg, outer leg, ledger frame Integrates with Pro-Shore and Pro-Deck with adaptor plate Platform decks can be fixed onto ledger frames Can be used in forming and flying table applications Unique locking ledger frames at any position along outer leg
Crane Operations
INSTALLATION SEQUENCE
  1. Crane scenario trials
  2. Position and radius planning
  3. Forming and shoring substitutions
  4. Enclosure coordination
FEATURES
Multiple crane positions evaluated Radius optimization Integration with forming/shoring sequence
Talk Track: Alamo Renovation Value Story
CORE PROMISE

BrandSafway delivers unmatched historic renovation expertise with innovative solutions that protect irreplaceable landmarks while meeting aggressive timelines and budgets.

PILLARS
Historic Preservation Expertise Engineering Innovation Competitive Total Value Proven Execution Track Record
PROOF POINTS
  • Mission Concepcion - Similar historic renovation in San Antonio
  • US Capitol Dome - Iconic national landmark renovation
  • Cannon House - Government historic building renovation
  • Los Angeles Tower - Complex multi-system integration
DIFFERENTIATORS
  • HAKI roof system spanning large areas
  • Hunnebeck shoring with 24,000 lbs capacity
  • Integrated multi-service delivery
  • $2M+ competitive pricing advantage
  • Fast-track animation proof of methodology
  • ENR #5 ranked specialty contractor
LANDMINES
  • Competitor may claim local expertise
  • Schedule risk perception for complex phasing
  • Historic preservation regulatory complexity
Proof of Ability — Tell the Story
Technical Animation

Fast-track animation demonstrating the complete execution methodology — from foundation to TPE roofing installation. Used as proof of ability during the pursuit presentation.

3D Animation Execution Sequence Proof of Method
CONFIDENTIAL AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION — BRAND SAFWAY