NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

| November 30, 2009 8:00 PM

File No.: 7021.25992 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP Grantee: Richard F. Adamy and Guadalupe M. Adamy, husband and wife Tax Parcel ID No.: 10-0157-000 Abbreviated Legal: PTN OF LOTS 12 & 13, BLK A, KNOLLS VISTA Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On December 11, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. inside the main lobby of the Police Justice Building (Balsam Street Entrance) 401 South Balsam in the City of Moses Lake, State of Washington, the undersigned Trustee (subject to any conditions imposed by the Trustee) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property "Property", situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington: All that certain parcel of land situated in the County of Grant and State of Washington being a portion of Lots 12 and 13, Block A Knolls Vista, according to the Plat thereof Filed June 27, 1946, records of Grant County, Washington, described as follows: Beginning at the most Westerly corner of Lot 12; thence North 51 degrees 04' 00" East, a distance of 5.09 feet; thence on a curve to the left with a radius of 1432.5 feet, for a distance of 19.91 feet; thence South 39 degrees 43' 48" East, a distance of 200 feet, more or less, to shoreline of Moses Lake, which point shall be known as Point "A" in this description. Beginning again at the point of beginning; thence South 51 degrees 04' 00" West, a distance of 50.00 feet; thence South 38 degrees 56' 00" East, a distance of 200 feet, more or less, to the shoreline of Moses Lake; thence Northeasterly along said shoreline a distance of 78.00 feet, more or less, to Point "A" above referred to. Commonly known as: 245 West Northshore Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837-1644 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 09/04/07, recorded on 09/13/07, under Auditor's File No. 1222939, records of Grant County, Washington, from Richard F. Adamy, and Guadalupe M. Adamy, husband and wife, as Grantor, to Landsafe Title of Washington, as Trustee, to secure an obligation "Obligation" in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Lender and Lender's successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. to BAC Home Loans Servicing, LP, under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor's File No. 1258726. *The Tax Parcel ID number and Abbreviated Legal Description are provided solely to comply with the recording statutes and are not intended to supplement, amend or supersede the Property's full legal description provided herein. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary oof the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the Obligation in any Court by reason of the Grantor's or Borrower's default on the Obligation. III. The Beneficiary alleges default of the Deed of Trust for failure to pay the following amounts now in arrears and/or other defaults: Amount due to reinstate by 09/04/2009 Monthly Payments $12,787.95 Late Charges $548.04 Lender's Fees & Costs $1,198.91 Total Arrearage $14,534.90 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $725.00 Title Report $270.83 Statutory Mailings $9.56 Recording Costs $29.00 Postings $70.00 Total Costs $1,104.39 Total Amount Due: $15,639.29 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $251,976.64, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 02/01/09, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Obligation, and as are provided by statute. V. The Property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the Obligation as provided by statute. The sale will be made without representation or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, encumbrances or condition of the Property on December 11, 2009. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances costs and fees thereafter due, must be cured by 11/30/09 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale.The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before the close of the Trustee's business on 11/30/09 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after 11/30/09 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire balance of principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME AND ADDRESS Richard F. Adamy 245 West Northshore Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837-1644 Guadalupe M. Adamy 245 West Northshore Drive Moses Lake, WA 98837-1644 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 06/17/09, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 06/16/09 Grantor and Borrower were personally served with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted on a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee, whose name and address are set forth below, will provide in writing to anyone requesting it a statement of all foreclosure costs and trustee's fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their right, title and interest in the Property. IX. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee's sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee's Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by this reference. You may also access sale status at www.northwesttrustee.com and www.USA-Foreclosure.com. EFFECTIVE: 09/04/2009 Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., Trustee Authorized Signature P.O. BOX 997 Bellevue, WA 98009-0997 Contact: Vonnie McElligott (425) 586-1900. (TS# 7021.25992) 1002.125558-FEI

#11029/734135

Pub.: November 9 & 30, 2009

File No.: 7023.04990 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. Grantee: Kenneth W. Shields, a married man, as his separate estate Tax Parcel ID No.: 13-1354-000 Abbreviated Legal: Lot 18, Blk 2, Ephrata Hgts 3rd Add, Vol 4, P. 10 Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On December 11, 2009, at 10:00 a.m. inside the main lobby of the Police Justice Building (Balsam Street Entrance) 401 South Balsam in the City of Moses Lake, State of Washington, the undersigned Trustee (subject to any conditions imposed by the Trustee) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property "Property", situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington: Lot 18, Block 2, Ephrata Heights Third Addition to Ephrata, according to the Plat thereof recorded in Volume 4 of Plats, Page 10, Records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 148 G Street Northeast Ephrata, WA 98823 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 05/09/07, recorded on 05/11/07, under Auditor's File No. 1214606, records of Grant County, Washington, from Kenneth W. Shields, as sole and separate property, as Grantor, to Northwest Trustee Services, LLC, as Trustee, to secure an obligation "Obligation" in favor of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A., as Beneficiary. *The Tax Parcel ID number and Abbreviated Legal Description are provided solely to comply with the recording statutes and are not intended to supplement, amend or supersede the Property's full legal description provided herein. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the Obligation in any Court by reason of the Grantor's or Borrower's default on the Obligation. III. The Beneficiary alleges default of the Deed of Trust for failure to pay the following amounts now in arrears and/or other defaults: Amount due to reinstate by 09/02/09 Monthly Payments $5,920.39 Late Charges $192.78 Lender's Fees & Costs $77.13 Total Arrearage $6,190.30 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $725.00 Title Report $520.08 Statutory Mailings $9.56 Recording Costs $14.00 Postings $70.00 Sale Costs $0.00 Total Costs $1,338.64 Total Amount Due: $7,528.94 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Oobligation is: Principal Balance of $100,941.82, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 02/01/09, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Obligation, and as are provided by statute. V. The Property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the Obligation as provided by statute. The sale will be made without representation or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, encumbrances or condition of the Property on December 11, 2009. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances costs and fees thereafter due, must be cured by 11/30/09 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before the close of the Trustee's business on 11/30/09 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee's fees andcosts are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after 11/30/09 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire balance of principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME AND ADDRESS Kenneth W. Shields 148 G Street Northeast Ephrata, WA 98823 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Kenneth W. Shields 148 G Street Northeast Ephrata, WA 98823 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 06/19/09, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 06/19/09 Grantor and Borrower were personally served with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted on a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee, whose name and address are set forth below, will provide in writing to anyone requesting it a statement of all foreclosure costs and trustee's fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their right, title and interest in the Property. IX. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee's sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee's Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by this reference. You may also access sale status at www.northwesttrustee.com and www.USA-Foreclosure.com. EFFECTIVE: 09/02/09 Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., Trustee Authorized Signature P.O. BOX 997 Bellevue, WA 98009-0997 Contact: Vonnie McElligott (425) 586-1900. (TS# 7023.04990) 1002.125853-FEI

#11030/734119

Pub.: November 9 & 30, 2009

NOTICE TO APPLE GROWERS/PRODUCERS

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to the direction of the Washington State Director of Agriculture, a special meeting of apple growers will be held on Monday, December 7, 2009, at 1:00 p.m. at the Wenatchee Convention Center, Wenatchee, Washington, in conjunction with the Washington State Horticultural Association Convention, for the purpose of making nominations orally for three grower members of the Washington Apple Commission for a three-year term, commencing March 1, 2010.

Positions open for nominations are:

Position 3, Grower District 1—the area that includes Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan Counties. This position is currently held by Dale Foreman of Wenatchee, who is seeking re-election.

Position 7, Grower District 2—includes all the counties in the state not included in the first and second districts. This position is currently held by George Allan of Yakima, who is seeking re-election.

Position 9, Grower District 3—the area includes the counties of Kittitas, Yakima, Benton and Franklin.

Nominations may also be made within five (5) days after said meeting by written petition filed in the Wenatchee office of the Commission, signed by not less than five (5) voting apple growers residing within the respective District.

After the completion of said nominations, the advisory vote will be held by secret ballot under the supervision of the Washington State Director of Agriculture. Final appointments will be made by the Director.

WASHINGTON APPLE COMMISSION

FOR THE WASHINGTON STATE DIRECTOR OF AGRICULTURE

#11041/750010

Pub.: November 23 & 30, 2009

"PUBLIC NOTICE OF CONSTRUCTION INTENT"

The Washington State Department of Transportation, P.O. Box 98, Wenatchee, WA 98807, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology's NPDES General Permit for Stormwater Discharges Associated with Construction Activities. The proposed project, "West of Othello Passing Lane", is located on SR 26 from milepost 34.53 to 35.78, in the vicinity of Othello, WA. Approximately 5 acres will be disturbed to add an additional lane in this area.

Work on this project includes widening for the additional lane, utility relocations, and vegetation re-establishment.

Stormwater discharge will flow into roadside ditches and side slopes. Any treated stormwater not infiltrating on site will flow through a wetland/ditch area west of the project that consists of intermittent ponded water from irrigation operations and highway runoff.

Any person desiring to present their views to the Department of Ecology concerning this application may notify the Department of Ecology in writing within 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice (6/30/06). Comments may be submitted to:

Washington Department of Ecology

Water Quality Program

Stormwater Unit - Construction

P.O. Box 47696

Olympia, WA 98504-7696

#12009/755635

Pub.: November 30 & December 7, 2009

Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District

On December 8, 2009 between 1:00 & 8:00 p.m. electors within the MLIRD District boundaries are encouraged to cast your vote at the Fire Station on 3rd Street for one (1) Director position.

Pursuant to RCW 87.03.034, the Moses Lake Irrigation and Rehabilitation District has scheduled a special Board Meeting to canvass the returns of the absentee votes. Thereupon the statement of the result conforming as nearly as practicable to the requirements of RCW 87.03.110 shall be made covering both regular and absentee votes. The meeting shall take place at the MLIRD office, 932 E. Wheeler Rd., Moses Lake, WA, December 14, 2009 at 7:00 p.m.

#12010/755595

Pub.: November 23, 30 & December 7, 2009

LEGAL NOTICE

The Grant County Board of Health will hold a public hearing in the Public Works meeting room at 124 Enterprise St. SE in Ephrata on Wednesday, December 9, 2009 at 7:00 p.m. The purpose of the hearing will be to adopt Ordinance 2009-3, the 2010 budget. Anyone wishing to comment regarding this matter should appear at the meeting.

#11048/762915

Pub.: November 27 & 30, 2009

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE

File No.: 7219.20257 Grantors: Northwest Trustee Services, Inc. SunTrust Mortgage, Inc. Grantee: Luke J. Zimmerer, whose wife is Danielle Zimmerer, as his separate estate Tax Parcel ID No.: 12-1436-000 Abbreviated Legal: Lots 4-7, Blk 8, Playfair's 1st Addn. Notice of Trustee's Sale Pursuant to the Revised Code of Washington 61.24, et seq. I. On January 4, 2010, at 10:00 a.m. inside the main lobby of the Police Justice Building (Balsam Street Entrance) 401 South Balsam in the City of Moses Lake, State of Washington, the undersigned Trustee (subject to any conditions imposed by the Trustee) will sell at public auction to the highest and best bidder, payable at time of sale, the following described real property "Property", situated in the County(ies) of Grant, State of Washington: Lots 4, 5, 6, and 7, Block 8, Playfair's First Addition to Wilson Creek, according to the plat thereof, recorded in Volume 1 of Plats, Page 10, records of Grant County, Washington. Commonly known as: 128 Sprague Street Wilson Creek, WA 98860 which is subject to that certain Deed of Trust dated 09/10/07, recorded on 09/14/07, under Auditor's File No. 1223087, records of Grant County, Washington, from Luke J. Zimmerer, a married person, as Grantor, to Washington Administrative Services, Inc., as Trustee, to secure an obligation "Obligation" in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. solely as nominee for Lender and Lender's successors and assigns, as Beneficiary, the beneficial interest in which was assigned by Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc. to SunTrust Mortgage, Inc., under an Assignment/Successive Assignments recorded under Auditor's File No. 1260234. The Tax Parcel ID number and Abbreviated Legal Description are provided solely to comply with the recording statutes and are not intended to supplement, amend or supersede the Property's full legal description provided herein. II. No action commenced by the Beneficiary of the Deed of Trust is now pending to seek satisfaction of the Obligation in any Court by reason of the Grantor's or Borrower's default on the Obligation. III. The Beneficiary alleges default of the Deed of Trust for failure to pay the following amounts now in arrears and/or other defaults: Amount due to reinstate by 09/30/2009 Monthly Payments $6,351.44 Late Charges $240.32 Lender's Fees & Costs $73.25 Total Arrearage $6,665.01 Trustee's Expenses (Itemization) Trustee's Fee $725.00 Title Report $471.52 Statutory MMailings $23.90 Recording Costs $28.00 Postings $70.00 Sale Costs $0.00 Total Costs $1,318.42 Total Amount Due: $7,983.43 Other known defaults as follows: IV. The sum owing on the Obligation is: Principal Balance of $85,945.78, together with interest as provided in the note or other instrument evidencing the Obligation from 01/01/09, and such other costs and fees as are due under the Obligation, and as are provided by statute. V. The Property will be sold to satisfy the expense of sale and the Obligation as provided by statute. The sale will be made without representation or warranty, express or implied regarding title, possession, encumbrances or condition of the Property on January 4, 2010. The default(s) referred to in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances costs and fees thereafter due, must be cured by 12/24/09 (11 days before the sale date), to cause a discontinuance of the sale. The sale will be discontinued and terminated if at any time before the close of the Trustee's business on 12/24/09 (11 days before the sale date), the default(s) as set forth in paragraph III, together with any subsequent payments, late charges, advances, costs and fees thereafter due, is/are cured and the Trustee's fees and costs are paid. The sale may be terminated any time after 12/24/09 (11 days before the sale date), and before the sale by the Borrower, Grantor, any Guarantor or the holder of any recorded junior lien or encumbrance paying the entire balance of principal and interest secured by the Deed of Trust, plus costs, fees, and advances, if any made pursuant to the terms of the obligation and/or Deed of Trust. VI. A written notice of default was transmitted by the Beneficiary or Trustee to the Borrower and Grantor at the following address(es): NAME AND ADDRESS Luke J. Zimmerer 128 Sprague Street Wilson Creek, WA 98860 Luke J. Zimmerer 10021 Road 4 Northeast Moses Lake, WA 98837 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Luke J. Zimmerer 128 Sprague Street Wilson Creek, WA 98860 Unknown Spouse and/or Domestic Partner of Luke J. Zimmerer 10021 Road 4 Northeast Moses Lake, WA 98837 by both first class and either certified mail, return receipt requested on 07/01/09, proof of which is in the possession of the Trustee; and on 07/01/09 Grantor and Borrower were personally served with said written notice of default or the written notice of default was posted on a conspicuous place on the real property described in paragraph I above, and the Trustee has possession of proof of such service or posting. VII. The Trustee, whose name and address are set forth below, will provide in writing to anyone requesting it a statement of all foreclosure costs and trustee's fees due at any time prior to the sale. VIII. The effect of the sale will be to deprive the Grantor and all those who hold by, through or under the Grantor of all their right, title and interest in the Property. IX. Anyone having any objection to the sale on any grounds whatsoever will be afforded an opportunity to be heard as to those objections if they bring a lawsuit to restrain the sale pursuant to RCW 61.24.130. Failure to bring such a lawsuit may result in a waiver of any proper grounds for invalidating the Trustee's sale. X. NOTICE TO OCCUPANTS OR TENANTS - The purchaser at the Trustee's Sale is entitled to possession of the property on the 20th day following the sale, as against the Grantor under the Deed of Trust (the owner) and anyone having an interest junior to the deed of trust, including occupants who are not tenants. After the 20th day following the sale the purchaser has the right to evict occupants who are not tenants by summary proceedings under Chapter 59.12 RCW. For tenant-occupied property, the purchaser shall provide a tenant with written notice in accordance with RCW 61.24.060. The trustee's rules of auction may be accessed at www.northwesttrustee.com and are incorporated by this reference. You may also access sale status at www.northwesttrustee.com and www.USA-Foreclosure.com. EFFECTIVE: 09/30/2009 Northwest Trustee Services, Inc., Trustee Authorized Signature P.O. BOX 997 Bellevue, WA 98009-0997 Contact: Vonnie McElligott (425) 586-1900. (TS# 7219.20257) 1002.127191-FEI

#12012/764383

Pub.: November 30 & December 21, 2009

Warden School District No. 146 - 161

A&E Design Services

Submittal Date: November 25, 2009

Advertisement for Architectural Services

Capital Improvement Program

The Warden School District No. 146 - 161 requests interested architectural firms to submit written statements of qualifications (SOQ's) prior to 4:00 p.m. on Friday, December 11, 2009, for consideration in the selection of architectural and engineering design services for their proposed capital improvement program.

The scope of work will include, without limitation, the following:

Pre-design services, including educational specification development;

Budget development and tracking;

Complete design services including architectural, structural, mechanical, electrical, and all other design services necessary;

Development, submission and review of WA State SEPA or other environmental and regulatory documents as required.

D-form development and processing;

Project design and preparation of bid/contract documents;

Coordinate general contractor procurement;

Provide construction phase contract administration;

Warranty compliance monitoring and assistance;

Address and incorporate as appropriate specialty consultant input including value analysis, constructability, commissioning, and special inspection.

Interested architectural firms will submit information in response to the RFQ relating to K-12 experience, design and performance on relevant locker room and cafeteria modernization projects within Washington, responsiveness, coordination, supervision and production capability, personnel assigned to the project, ability to meet schedule and budget, references, and other factors that may be relevant to the Warden School District for this project.

Five (5) copies of the Statement of Qualifications shall be submitted to:

Sandra Shelton

Superintendent

Warden School District No. 146 - 161

101 W Beck Way

Warden, WA 98857-9401

Provide your statement of qualifications (SOQ) prior to 4:00 p.m. on, Friday, December 11, 2009. Submittals received late will be returned unopened and not considered.

Request for Qualification (RFQ) documents can be obtained by contacting the Districts Owners Representative. SOQ's must be in strict conformance with the RFQ.

All questions and requests for information pertaining to this project shall be submitted in writing and directed to:

Mr. John Hultman, PE

Owners Representative

Hill International

818 West Riverside Avenue, Suite #350

Spokane, WA 99201

Phone: 509-747-8031

Fax: 509-747-8037

Cell: 590-995-0367

Following review of the SOQ's by the selection committee all responding firms will be notified of the Board's selection. Immediately upon selection of the most qualified Architectural firm, the District will enter into fee negotiations with that firm. If fee negotiations become stalled or come to impasse, the firm will be dismissed and the District will proceed to conduct fee negotiations with the firm evaluated to be the next most qualified. This process will continue until fee negotiations are successfully completed and a contract is signed.

The District reserves the right to reject all Statements of Qualifications and the District reserves the right to waive minor irregularities in the selection process.

Dates of publication in the Columbia Basin Herald for two weeks beginning November 30, 2009 through December 11, 2009.

#12015/768035

Pub.: November 30 thru December 11, 2009

WARDEN SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 146 - 161

REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS

School Facilities Modernization

Project/Construction Manager Consultant

'The Warden School District is seeking the services of a qualified project and construction management consultant to manage and coordinate all activities including management of architectural and construction contracts required to complete the planned new $ 5.9 M capital improvement program. The program will include:

Modernization of the high school gym and locker rooms (eligible for state match).

Modernization of the cafeteria/district office building (eligible for state match).

Modernization of vocational/agricultural spaces.

'Project/Construction Management services required include:

Assume overall responsibility for the coordination and administration of project planning, design, and construction. Project/Construction Manager will be responsible for making sure all inspecting and testing is accomplished and properly documented.

Assist in the development of the scope for design services.

Administer architectural and construction contracts.

Perform project financial management including control of costs to maximum value received within available project funding, maximize state matching monies, and schedule the project to optimize the use of local and state matching dollars.

Prepare consultant proposal solicitations, assist the District in the selection of design and other consultants as required and assist with the negotiation of service agreements.

Provide general direction and coordinate consultant activities and perform quality control review of all consultant activities and products, review and recommend payment of all consultant billings.

Monitor quality control, cash flow, and costs throughout the construction period. Evaluate change orders, review contractor's progress for payment, monitor and administer construction contract for compliance.

Prepare and coordinate preparation of periodic progress and financial information reports required by the school district, periodically brief the school district staff and board of directors on progress and issues.

Coordinate communication with staff, community, and news media to enhance understanding and support for the project.

Present or assist in presentation of project to appropriate boards, commissions, agencies, and public hearings as required.

Assist the school district as directed by the Superintendent or designee in coordination, research, report preparation, and other tasks required for project execution.

Assist the District in development and procurement of owner FF&E.

Assist the District in occupancy and warranty planning.

'Compensation

Compensation will be negotiated between the District and selected Project/Construction Manager. Compensation and scope of services will be defined by the Agreement for Professional Construction Management Services.

'Consultant Direction

The Project/Construction Manager will report to the Superintendent or designee.

'Time Lines

Consultant should be prepared to begin delivery of services as soon as the selection process is complete. Provide services through the completion and occupancy of all projects as defined in the negotiated Agreement. Program services are anticipated to be from January 2010 until the end of 2012.

'Project Funding

The District passed a Capital Levy proposition on November 3, 2009. The funding for the program is a combination of state matching funds and Levy income.

'Statement of Qualifications Content

Because the District intends to rely on the record and experience of the consultant to ensure effective management of the project, it is appropriate that each proposer use his/her own discretion in the approach and philosophy of management style. However, in order that all proposals receive a fair evaluation, each proposal should contain at least the following sections:

1. Letter of Interest

Provide a maximum of two pages addressing the interest of the firm in this project.

2. Background

Provide a narrative explaining the consultant's understanding of the tasks required and important considerations of project management for projects of this type and size.

Answer the following questions:

- What relationship do you see between staff of the District and your organization to carry out the project?

- What duties are you prepared to handle?

- Which duties need to be accomplished by the District?

- List amounts and types of errors and omissions and liability insurance coverages.

3. Approach

This section should provide detailed discussion of the philosophy of management, which the consultant has applied to other projects similar to this project. Please include a brief discussion of your involvement from the beginning of a School District program through the completion of construction of all projects.

Address your approach to value engineering, constructability review, and building commissioning.

Address your in-house estimating and scheduling capabilities. Preferred software includes Primavera P3 for scheduling and MC2 for estimating.

Address project closeout and occupancy coordination.

4. Staffing

This section should contain detailed and specific discussion of the consultant's proposed management staffing and reporting relationships for this project. Include names of principal in the consultant's organization, including appropriate biographical data and resumes, and other key persons who will be assigned to the project.

Responses from interested firms must include a listing of all key project staff and any sub-consultants to be utilized. The submittal should also include a description of the availability, location, experience, and qualification for key project staff, sub-consultants, other resources available, and other information deemed pertinent to providing the requested services.

5. Firm's Experience

This section should detail the consultant's background and qualifications to establish his/her experience and performance in the management of projects similar to this project. Please provide answers to the following questions:

- What is your experience in managing K-12 projects similar in scope and type within the past five years, including location of each project and name of client?

- What is your experience in working with state of Washington school districts within the past five years?

- What is your experience with State of Washington public works contracts?

- What are your K-12 references, which may be contacted, including phone numbers? Include a minimum of 3 references each for architects, contractors, and state of Washington School Districts.

- What is the single most important aspect, in your opinion, related to PM/CM consultant procurement for K-12 projects?

- What is the firm's experience with General Contractor/Construction Manager contract delivery methods?

'Selection Criteria

Selection of the successful project/construction management firm will be entirely at the discretion of the Warden School District, and the District reserves the right to waive minor irregularities in the selection process and to reject any and all SOQs. A committee representing the Warden School District will review all SOQs. Contract award, if any, will be based upon the evaluative criteria ranking of the SOQ. The anticipated selection/ranking criteria is expected to be as follows:

Evaluation Criteria Maximum Score

1. Letter of Interest 5

2. Background 15

3. Approach 35

4. Staffing 15

5. Firms Experience 30

100

'SOQ Due Date

SOQs with supporting materials are due for consideration no later than 4:00 p.m. on December 15, 2009. Please submit Five (5) copies of each SOQ, submitted in a sealed envelope or container titled:

"Project/Construction Manager Consultant Proposal"

Attention: Sandra Sheldon, Superintendent

Warden School District No. 146 - 161

101 W Beck Way

Warden, WA 98857-9401

Proposals shall not exceed 20 pages in length, single sided, 11-point font. Divider sheets, void of specifics related to the proposal, are required. The cover letter will be included in the 20-page length. Divider sheets will not be included in the page count.

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Pub.: November 30 thru December 15, 2009