On-Call Contracts with TDOT Environmental Division

Location: Ohio
Market: Federal Government
Services: Architecture / Interior Design / Engineering

The Challenge

In 1934, Building 23 at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base was constructed as an aircraft hangar and test facility. More than 70 years later, the U.S. Air Force wanted to renovate the building to provide a modern lab facility for state-of-the-art energy research. It requested a design that retains the historic feel and aesthetic of the original building, while also creating a modern interior that meets security and force protection requirements.

The Solution

A three-story facility was created within the existing brick shell, adding new spaces for material processing, data acquisition, operations, and fabrication. The design also had special acoustical needs due to the use of vibration-sensitive equipment such as lasers and optical equipment. The superstructure is composed of a structural steel frame and designed to resist collapse in accordance with Antiterrorism/Force Protection (AT/FP) requirements.

Barge Design Solutions provided HVAC, plumbing, steam, lighting and power distribution, communications and security, utilities, storm drainage, lighting protection, and fire protection. Site work included sidewalks, curbs and gutters, access drive control systems, and site upgrades to meet AT/FP requirements. Architectural and interior design were also included as part of the project.

The Impact

The renovation of Building 23 was a testament to Barge's engineering expertise and commitment to excellence. Barge successfully transformed a historic asset into a modern, sustainable, and secure facility, meeting the evolving needs of the U.S. Air Force. The team's ability to balance preservation with innovation while also prioritizing sustainability and security positioned Barge as a valuable partner in this critical project. The project exceeded the original goal of designing to a LEED Silver level, making it the first LEED Gold building on the base.

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The Challenge

With infrastructure projects and diverse assets spread across the state, the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) requires a partner capable of addressing its comprehensive environmental needs promptly. The scope of work can range from emergency field support for active construction projects to data collection for long-term capital planning related to infrastructure rehabilitation.

The Solution

Barge has partnered with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) through ongoing on-call consulting contracts with their Environmental Division. These contracts encompass a range of services, including ecology, environmental permitting, construction quality assurance and corrective action, mitigation, and hazardous materials management.

To date, Barge has completed various tasks, such as water quality permitting (401/404), preparation of Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs), stream mitigation and natural channel design plans, and erosion prevention and sediment control (EPSC) plans. The team has also conducted inspections of EPSC measures, performed environmental surveys including wetland and stream jurisdictional determinations, and executed threatened and endangered species surveys. Other tasks include post-construction monitoring of stream mitigation sites, searches for potential mitigation sites, wetland and stream assessments, and due diligence assessments (Phase I and II) alongside asbestos inspections.

The relationships the team has built over the years with regulatory agencies such as the Tennessee Department of Environment & Conservation (TDEC) and the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) help streamline the permitting process, ensuring that projects progress efficiently and stay within budget.

The Result

The team's successful collaboration with TDOT demonstrates expertise in environmental consulting and commitment to delivering high-quality services that support the agency's infrastructure development goals. Barge's ability to address a wide range of environmental needs and navigate the complex regulatory landscape has made them a valuable partner for TDOT.

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On-Call Contracts with TDOT Environmental Division

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