Call For Pre-Qualification Of Civil Engineers / Architects

Project Synopsis

The Consultant selected for this project will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and usability of the as-built drawings and room attribute documentation for buildings at the Lebanese American University.

By meeting the outlined objectives, scope, and performance criteria, the Consultant will contribute to enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of facilities management and supporting the University's ongoing operations and future development initiatives.

Project Objectives

• Updating and enhancing the accuracy of existing as-built drawings for buildings on both campuses of the Lebanese American University (LAU).
• Ensuring that all room attributes, including dimensions, functionalities, occupancies, and utilities, are accurately documented and reflected in the drawings.
• Improving the efficiency of space utilization and facilities management through comprehensive and up-to-date documentation.
• Facilitating future renovations, expansions, and maintenance activities by providing detailed and reliable building information.

Scope of Required Professional Services

• Review existing building plans, and documentation to identify discrepancies, inaccuracies, and missing information.
• Conduct on-site surveys and field measurements to verify the current conditions of buildings, rooms, and facilities.
• Update as-built drawings to reflect any modifications, additions, or changes made to the buildings since their original construction; while standardizing methodology, blocks, file names …
• Document accurate room attributes, including room numbers, sizes, shapes, configurations, functions, occupancies, utilities, finishes, and any specialized equipment or features.
• Ensure consistency and standardization in the representation of room attributes across all buildings and campuses.
• Provide electronic version of updated drawings and documentation, organized and labeled for ease of reference and use.
• Priority is given to obtaining the as-built drawings for the following old buildings:

• Beirut Campus      : Sage Hall, Nicol Hall, Shannon Hall, Irwin Hall & Safadi Fine Arts building.
• Byblos Campus     : Block A, Science Building

For the remaining buildings, existing as-built drawings are to be purged, with blocks and layers standardized, and attributes checked for accuracy.

Expected Deliverables

• Updated as-built drawings in AutoCAD format, including floor plans, elevations, and sections, with detailed annotations and labels.
• Room attribute databases or spreadsheets containing comprehensive information for each room, sortable and filterable by various criteria.
• A final report summarizing the project methodology, findings, recommendations, and any challenges encountered.
• Training and documentation for university staff on how to access, interpret, and utilize the updated drawings and room attribute data.

For more information, please refer to the attached request for proposals