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    Bernard Fineson Development Center
Hillside Unit, Queens Village, New York
FDC #3872 - Replacement: Primary Electric Feeder
Scope of Project: New electric power feeders were provided to six (6) buildings and existing service connection equipment was upgraded. New metering and connections were provided in the existing powerhouse 5 kV switchgear. In addition to design, Chu & Gassman provided construction observation for this project.
Personnel Client Contact

William Gassman
R. Keith Craven
Raghbir S. Bisal

Cost
$350,000
Completed
1990
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    Community Residence Expansion
Hostel No. 7215
208 Old South Path Road
Melville, NY 11747
FDC Project 5096
Chu & Gassman provided the electrical, fire/smoke detection, HVAC and plumbing design associated with the modernization and expansion of the Office of Mental Retardation & Development Disabilities. New fire alarm and sprinkler systems were provided.
Personnel Client Contact

Jon T. Chu
Stanley Chan
Raghbir S. Bisal
Frank Raphaelian

Cost
$350,000
Completed
1991
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    Kings Park Psychiatric Center
Kings Park, Long Island, New York
Project 4760 - Alterations/Improvements to Kitchen Chu & Gassman provided the design and construction observation for the installation of three new walk-in freezers and one refrigerator in the kitchen area. Project included modifications to existing pantries and food preparation areas, new kitchen walls and floors together with new lighting. Project phasing design was provided to prevent interruption to existing kitchen operation.

Project 4289 - Modular Office Buildings Chu & Gassman provided the design for modular offices and an office addition to the Center=s Engineering Department at Building #5. New electric service was provided. Coordination with Suffolk County Department of Health was required to complete the design of the wastewater treatment system for this project.
Personnel Client Contact

William Gassman
Juris F. Millers
Frank Raphaelian
Larry Morton

Cost
$325,000 (Project 4760)
$730,000 (Project 4289)
Completed
1990
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    OMRDD Community Residence
Hostel #2329, 1025 East 167th Street, Bronx, NY
FDC #4695/#6702
Chu & Gassman provided design services for sewer connection between a new FDC residence and NYC DEP sewers. A major 20" diameter water main was encountered which necessitated extensive coordination with various NYC agencies including NYC DEP, Con Edison, NY Telephone and NYC Water Department.
Personnel Client Contact

Jon T. Chu

Cost
$200,000
Completed
1992
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    MANHATTAN PSYCHIATRIC CHILDREN'S CENTER
FDC #4803
New 12" Diameter Water Line
Chu & Gassman provided the design and construction observation for the installation of a new 12" diameter water line. Connection to existing water lines required the utilization of taps utilizing insertion valves.
Personnel Client Contact

Jon T. Chu
T. Lin

Cost
$25,000
Completed
1990
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    MANHATTAN PSYCHIATRIC CHILDREN'S CENTER
FDC #4763
Site Security Lighting System
Scope of Project: New high-pressure sodium lighting and an extensive security fence around the perimeter of the Center's property.
Personnel Client Contact

William Gassman
Larry Morton

Cost
$250,000
Completed
1991
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    MANHATTAN PSYCHIATRIC CHILDREN'S CENTER
FDC #4847
Study of Existing Fire Hose Connections
Provided investigation and testing to insure that all ward hose connections were compatible with the New York City Fire Department's fire connections; and, prepared a report indicating the findings of the investigation.
Personnel Client Contact

Jon T. Chu
Larry Morton

Completed
1991
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    MANHATTAN PSYCHIATRIC CHILDREN'S CENTER
Upgrading Heating System in Kitchen/Tray Area
A study of the existing kitchen ventilation system and an extensive investigation of the heating system's distribution piping in Building 106 was made prior to preparing preliminary design for the rehabilitation of the heating system. Also, an extensive investigation of the Center's entire heating system's distribution piping was made.
Personnel Client Contact

Jon T. Chu
Boris Rakita

Cost
$250,000
Completed
1991
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    MANHATTAN PSYCHIATRIC CENTER
FDC #4596
TV Camera Security System
Chu & Gassman provided design and construction observation services for installation of new TV surveillance cameras, monitors, recording equipment and controls to monitor Buildings 103 (kitchen area) and Building 106. Scope of project: door and window repair and rehabilitation, new security gates and fences, main monitoring console at the existing and operational security office.
Personnel Client Contact

William Gassman
Larry Morton

Cost
$250,000
Completed
1991
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    MANHATTAN PSYCHIATRIC CENTER
FDC #4428
Study of Wastewater Discharge from Harlem River
In 1992, we made field surveys including dye tests at the Center's seven major buildings. Our report indicated remedial measures to be undertaken to prevent further escape of wastewater into the Harlem River.
Personnel Client Contact

William Gassman
Larry Morton
Vincent J. Tomarch

Completed
1991
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    Sagamore Children's Psychiatric Center
Huntington, New York, FDC #7661 - HVAC, Corridor Lighting, and Fire Alarm/Sprinkler
Project involved the removal and replacement of an existing wooden ceiling in an operating facility. New lighting system, exit lighting and controls were provided and the existing HVAC equipment and systems were relocated. Phasing of the rehabilitation work was required to minimize the impact on residents.
Personnel Client Contact

William Gassman
Frank Raphaelian
Esteban Cruz

Cost
$2 Million
Completed
1993
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    Mid-Hudson Psychiatric Center, FDC #53599
Visitors' Center Building 46, New Hampton, NY
Prime Consultant - Arthur Minner, AIA
Chu & Gassman provided the electrical, HVAC, plumbing design and shop drawing review for this project. Scope: Second Floor addition to Building 46 to house Personnel Office and Lockers. The lower level lobby was also upgraded.
Personnel Client Contact

Jon T. Chu
Mike Lin
Daniel Horner

Cost
$500,000 (E / HVAC / P)
Completed
1994
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    South Beach Psychiatric Center
Staten Island, New York
FDC #4850 - Utility Tunnels
Prime Consultant - Hazen and Sawyer, P.C.
Chu & Gassman provided the lighting and receptacle system design for the utility tunnels under two buildings. Emergency exit lighting was provided together with lighting controls and controllers to permit operation of the utility tunnels in a safe manner.
Personnel Client Contact

William Gassman
R. Keith Craven

Cost
$800,000
Completed
1990
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058
 
    South Beach Psychiatric Center
Contract DA #58237
Lightning Protection/Surge Protection Systems
Chu & Gassman provided design and working drawings and detailed specifications for construction of lightning protection and surge protection systems. Scope of work was in strict adherence to DASNY Standards for Schematic Design, Design Development, Construction Document, Bidding and Award, and Construction Phases, including detailed cost estimating in accordance with the requirements set forth in the Design Cost Control Manual.
Personnel Client Contact

William Gassman
R. Keith Craven
Steven A. Martino

Cost
$330,000
Completed
1998
Mr. Fawzi Almahdi, Project Manager
Dormitory Authority State of New York
One Penn Plaza, 52nd Floor
New York, New York 10119
(718) 979-2058