University of Wisconsin - Platteville

Platteville, Wisconsin

Final Bleacher Performance Study Report

June 30, 2008

DSF #08B1T – Williams Field House— Final Bleacher Performance Study Report

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1. Program Statement p. 1.0 2. History p. 2.0 3. Existing Conditions p. 3.0 4. Functional Requirements p. 4.0 5. Assessment of Alternates p. 5.0 5.1. Alternate A 5.2. Alternate B 5.3. Alternate C 5.4. Questions p. 5.3-5.8 6. ADA/Code Compliancy Analysis p. 6.0 7. Conclusion p. 7.0 8. Recommendation p. 8.0 Appendix A BR Erectors, Inc. Report dated 2007 Appendix B Premier Bleacher Repair, Inc. Report and Additional Issues discussed with consultant Appendix C Irwin Systems— Northstar Quote Appendix D Hussey Systems— Carroll Seating Co. Quote Appendix E Interkal Systems—Goodson Co. Quote Appendix F Gymnasium Seating Chart

1.0 Program Statement The Division of State Facilities for the State of Wisconsin has retained American Design, Inc. (ADI) as the consultant who will perform a performance evaluation and cost estimate for the bleacher system at the Williams Field House—University of Platteville, Platteville, WI. ADI has retained Premier Bleacher Repair, Inc of Crystal Lake, Illinois to assist with this analysis. The current bleacher system is in need of significant repairs and code deficiency corrections. The proposed study project is requested to make a decision on the best and most economical course of action. This evaluation is to look at three alternatives. They are: Alternate A: Maintenance and Repair Service the bleachers to assure proper operation and extend bleacher life. Check, adjust, re-place as needed and lubricate items such as, but not limited to, linkage, guides, fasteners, row adjusters, hinges, anchors, etc. Replacement of broken or splintered boards. Correction of all code and safety deficiencies. Estimate the remaining useful life of the bleachers if repaired and maintained. At the Kickoff Meeting, it was determined that Alternate A work performed would be determined to be “repair and maintenance” work. Thus, this work performed would not be required to con-form to current Code and ADA requirements. Alternate B: Renovation In addition to all of the items defined in Alternate A, refinish all existing boards to render consis-tent appearance of bleachers. Correction of all code and safety deficiencies. Make adjustments of entire bleacher system to maximize the performance of the system. Identify other required work to bring the bleachers to the desired level of quality, fan comfort, appearance and safety. Alternate C: Replacement This alternate provides for the complete replacement of the existing bleacher system to maxi-mize the seating capacity of the bleachers.

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1.0 Program Statement

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2.0 Project History The bleacher system was installed in the gymnasium portion of the building when the Williams Field House was constructed in 1960. Since installation in 1960, repairs have taken place over time, primarily the replacement of broken boards and maintenance of the mechanical system. In 1988, the university contracted with B&R Erectors, Inc. to install a full power, automatic sys-tem and end railing system to the bleachers in the Williams Field House. This installation was in addition to the normal maintenance including lubrication, tightening nuts, bolts etc. required to maintain a system of this nature. B&R Erectors, Inc. of Woodstock, Il. completed a bleacher study for the UW Platteville campus in 2007. The UW Platteville campus had incorporated some of the recommended repairs in-cluded in this report. The report refers to conditions that need to be addressed including: general service to optimize operation of the bleachers and the power system, surface structure repair of broken and split boards, rail system and deck conversion to address dangerous gaps in the bleachers. This report is included in this document as Appendix A. The Williams Field House gymnasium is the largest venue of its size on the UW Platteville cam-pus and in the surrounding community. Thus, the gymnasium is used extensively by both the University and the community at large. In addition to sporting events primarily basketball games, other public events are held in the gymnasium requiring public usage of the bleachers. Commencement ceremonies, guest speak-ers, lectures, classes and various other events are held in the gymnasium. Also, during the sum-mer months various camps are held on campus utilizing the gymnasium and bleachers. Of the replacement/repair items mentioned in the 2007 Bleacher Study the following have been completed: In response to the 2007 Bleacher Study, the University expended $24,000 to replace all the power drives of the system. The present annual maintenance costs are estimated at $4000 per annum.

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2.0 Project History

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3.0 Existing Conditions

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3. 0 Existing Conditions The design team and consultant visited the campus on several occasions to assess the condition of the bleachers. Observations were made with the bleachers in full operational mode and in the closed and open positions. ADI and Premier Bleacher Seating, Inc. observed the following: • Currently there are 2185 bleacher seats. There are 995 on the west side of gymnasium with 1190 on the east side. All bleachers having numbered seats which is a NCAA requirement. All alternates will need to maintain a numbered seating scenario. • Of the 2185 existing seats, 348 are padded seats with backs for season ticket holders. Wheelchair spaces are not specifically provided for; rather space for wheelchairs on the gymna-sium floor is provided by the university. Approximately 2 to 4 spectators in wheelchairs attend games regularly. • The seating system contains a temporary platform for television cameras located on the top portion of the west side of the facility. This platform is created by spanning wood boards over a total of 40 seats on 5 rows (row 17 through 21). • A similar platform is created in the same way to accommodate the band. This platform covers a total of 15 seats on 3 rows (row 5 through 7) located on the west side of the gym. • Over 140 boards are broken or badly split including, 76 risers and 38 seat boards, 13 skirt board, 4 foot boards are damaged. Multiple boards do not match in wood stain. • Upon standing or walking on the bleachers there is significant deflection in the bleachers. • The bleachers are dragging and binding while being opened or closed. This condition increases the amount of force needed to operate the bleachers. It further increases the potential for further damage, increasing the wear on the drive system and the risk of possible injury to per-sonnel. • Numerous fasteners are loose or missing. • The end railings do not meet NFPA Code 102 or current IBC requirements. • The spacing between seat boards, footboards and risers do not meet the newest codes for preventing passage of a 4” sphere. • Per Premier Bleacher Repair, these bleachers are Berlin Bleachers made from Douglas fir wood. This type of wood loses much of its moisture after 40 years, which results in a significant loss of strength and load bearing capacity. This system was installed in 1960, which was 48 years ago. A full discussion of these conditions and concerns of the consultant are defined in Appendix B.

4.0 Functional Requirements This study’s concept is to restore the bleacher system to meet the following requirements in a cost effective manner, both in terms of initial cost and on-going maintenance. The goal is to have a system that is safe, attractive, one that functions smoothly and is ADA and Code compli-ant. It is also a goal to review the possibility of the University colors being reflected in the reno-vated bleacher system. In accordance with the UW Platteville Tri-State Initiative, the total student body numbered 5700 students in 2004. There is an anticipated increase of 2000 projected by the year 2011. Plans are underway to increase the athletic campus facility by completing a Phase I and Phase II renovation and new construction of the Williams Athletic Field House. As proposed, Phase II of this plan will include a smaller auxiliary gymnasium to supplement the current gym facilities. Despite the addition of this new gymnasium, the existing gymnasium will see increased usage given the projected increase in campus enrollment coupled with the neighboring community’s use of the facility. The bleachers should address this gymnasiums seating requirements for the students, staff and the community at large including the provision for the disabled with a view to increase usage over the foreseeable future. Currently the bleachers are opened and closed approximately 225 times per year, with the high-est usage during the academic year, September through May.

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4.0 Functional Requirements

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5.0 Assessment of Alternates 5.1 Alternate A Action If Alternate A is selected, the repair work would include the replacement of all broken or badly split boards including, seat boards, risers, skirt boards and foot boards. All replacement boards would meet strict specifications for size and load bearing requirements. In addition, the surface structure, anchoring systems and understructure would be repaired/replaced as needed. Specifically:

Surface Structure Check and tighten all hardware Replace missing hardware Anchoring Check and tighten all wall and floor anchors Replace missing or damaged anchors Replace missing or badly broken wall 2.4 buck boards Adjust last row uprights to vertical Understructure Tighten all cantilever bolts and replace missing cantilever set screws Adjust cantilever to proper height Check welds on seat/riser brackets and re-weld if necessary Check and tighten all linkage tube bolts on uprights and replace if missing Straighten slightly bent linkage and replace if necessary Replace bent or missing linkage bolts, bushings, and nuts Check wheels and axles, replace if missing or broken Straighten wheel alignment Adjust lower wheel assemblies to proper position and replace if badly bent or missing Check and tighten lower wheel assembly mounting bolts and replace if missing Check lower assembly wheels and axles, replace if missing or broken Check and tighten understructure bolts, replace if missing Straighten bent top guides, replace if missing weld cracked steel or welds Lubricate all friction points with non-dripping grease

Cost The estimated budget for this Alternate A totals $42,000. $24,000 for new boards, $8,000 new railings, $10,000 hardware and additional materials Schedule The timeframe for completion is estimated at 4-6 weeks. End Result Under this option the work could be perceived as “repair and maintenance”, which means the work would not be required to meet current Building Codes or be compliant with the Ameri-cans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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5.0 Assessment of Alternates

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The repaired system would be in good condition. Life expectancy of the 48 year old system would be year to year based on maintenance and standards of operation. It is also significantly less costly than a new system, as describe in Alternate C. However, under Alternate A the University would have a bleacher system that: • Is over 40 years old with the resulting reduction in overall structural strength • New boards that do not match the existing boards in color or finish • No school colors reflected in the bleacher system • No evident visible signs of bleacher improvement • Ongoing deterioration of the structure, i.e. breaking/splitting of additional boards • A system that has not addressed the safety issues of current code requirements (IBC- 2006) • A system that is not ADA Compliant American Design does not recommend this Alternate. The team would not be fulfilling its obli-gation as good stewards of State facilities. This choice leaves us with a system that would not meet building code or be ADA Compliant and $42,000 would have been spent on a sys-tem that is almost 50 years old. 5.2 Alternate B Action Under Alternate B, the actions completed under Alternate A would be included in addition to making the bleachers ADA Compliant, upgraded to comply with current Building Codes and make the bleachers more uniform in color and finish. The concept is to make the bleachers more esthetically pleasing. To accomplish this it would require:

Materials Adding materials to close off large gaps, adding boards and steel for new aisles, adding new and heavier end rails. To do this would increase the weight of the bleachers by thou-sands of pounds. This action would overburden the current tractors. Thus, additional drive tractors would be required. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) To comply with ADA, wheelchair spaces will be needed. Achieving these spaces, would require cutting out entire sections of the first row. This cannot be done because the understructure of the bleachers will not allow it. If sections of the first row are missing, the additional drive tractors required to power the heavier bleachers could not be mounted properly. Color/Finish A match of the color and finish between the new boards and existing boards will never be exact. There will be a noticeable difference. As an alternative, plastic covers can be util-ized. These covers slip and clip over the existing boards to provide a uniform aesthetic. However, the consultant has strongly advised against this method. The plastic is not structural and tends to crack; it will not last long and it requires that the missing boards be replaced before the covers can be slipped into place.

Cost The approximate cost for Alternate B is $93,500. This does not include any costs for plastic covers.

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5.0 Assessment of Alternates

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Schedule The length of time to complete this Alternate can not be predicted with any degree of reliability. The defined goals cannot be achieved. End Result After spending $93,500 the finished product would not meet the defined requirements of the program statement for Alternate B. ADA and Building Code requirements will not have been met. In addition, esthetic improvement of color and finish uniformity would not have been achieved. The additional ongoing maintenance would still include the replacement of broken and split boards over the remaining life of these bleachers until they are completely replaced. Also, the University would still have a bleacher system that is almost 50 years old with the re-sulting loss of strength and load-bearing capacity. American Design does not recommend this Alternate for these reasons. A more detailed examination of both Building Code and ADA Compliant issues is provided in Section 6.0 ADA/Code Compliancy Analysis. 5.3 Alternate C Action This alternate calls for the removal of the existing bleacher system and the purchase and in-stallation of all new bleachers to maximize seating capacity. The consultants have acquired estimates from 3 different manufacturers that would provide the UW Platteville Williams Field House with a new system that is code compliant and includes the required wheelchair spaces and meet ADA requirements. Manufactures estimates are included as Appendix C—D—E. This alternate would give the University new, stronger bleachers, with all new components. This new system will meet NCAA requirements. In addition, school colors and or logo could be incorporated into the bleachers themselves. The bleachers would also be uniform in color and finish, creating an esthetically pleasing im-age. As requested by the school, a platform for television cameras and for the band to perform will also be included. It is, however, important to note that the integration of an intermediate platform for the band will be a more challenging task for all 3 manufacturers and that different solutions exist. All the manufacturers’ quotes estimate the number of seats to be between 1925 and 2030, in-cluding approximately 400 seats with padded back, as requested by the university. This Alternate produces a system that meets ADA and Code compliancy. American Design Recommends this Alternate as the solution to the challenges posed by this system.

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5.0 Assessment of Alternates

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5.4 Questions At the last meeting held May 7, 2008 American Design, Inc. (ADI) presented the Preliminary Performance Study Report. Since the May 7th meeting, ADI has performed additional in-depth discussions of the UW Platte-ville bleacher system with the firms of BR Erectors (BR) and Premier Seating, Inc. (Premier), with Premier as our consultant. Both firms are familiar with the system in place at UW Platteville and have worked on the system via installation, maintenance or performing updates to the sys-tem. While ADA Compliant status is not attainable, with certain modifications, the existing system can be brought up to the current building code. This hybrid solution named Option 1 is a composite of Alternates A and B as presented in the May 7, 2008 Preliminary Bleacher Performance Study Report. Thus Option 1 and the commit-tee’s questions at the May 7th meeting are discussed in the following presentation: Question 1: What is the cost to install a drive system that could operate the system with the additional board weight? Further research performed by ADI revealed that BR Erectors did install a new drive system De-cember of 2007 at a cost of $23,750 and the replaced drive system was taken in trade. • BR states the drive system they installed could operate the bleachers with the installation of

Smart Boards, (a sample was given to the committee) a product they sell and install that could be used to close the existing gaps.

• They also state that closing the gaps and the installation of self storing rails would bring the

system up to building code per IBC 2006/ICC-300-2007. • The additional weight of the Smart Boards and the rails would not require additional power

units per BR Erectors. They also state “The power units installed in December of 2007 will be more than adequate to pull the additional weight and will be covered by our normal one year warranty issued when the power was installed”. Estimated total additional weight is: 1,400 and 1,100 pounds for the Home Bank and Visitors Bank respectively.

ADI’s question to BR Erectors is what happens when the warranty expires? If the Smart Boards are purchased from and installed by BR, BR will issue a new (or extended warranty) that covers the opening and closing of the bleachers with the same speed and uniformity of motion for one year only, per BR Erectors. Our question remains un answered. There is no guar-anty the system will work beyond the one year warranty. Smart Board is 1 inch thick, wood composite, tan in color. It is not a structural piece of mate-rial. This material will not match the color or texture of the existing boards and will take about three days to install. At least two additional quotes from other manufactures should be obtained if the committee wants to pursue this avenue. A sample of Smart Board is provided.

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5.4 Assessment of Alternatives—Questions

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5.4 Questions/Option I

Costs: Smart Board Semi-closed Deck system to close $45,000 the gaps* Repairs as described under Alternate A: Maintenance and Repair $42,000 as presented in the Preliminary Report including new rails* Vinyl Side Curtain/telescopes with system $2,000 as needed at Visitors left side only* Photo of this product is attached. Contingency: $4,500 Total for Option I $93,500*

Result: • For a cost of $93,500 the system appears to be code compliant. • Broken and badly split boards have been replaced. • The mechanicals have been refurbished. • Railings have been added and/or replaced to improve safety and to meet Code. • The gaps have been eliminated and the system is now functional and Code compliant. • It is not ADA compliant. • Boards do not match in color. • The boards are generally beyond their useful life. • Further, there is very little visual evidence of improvement. • Further there is no guarantee the system will work (with the additional weight) after the one

year warranty. • This total defines Option 1 and includes installation of Smart Boards to eliminate gaps, in-

stallation of new rails and the installation of the Side Curtain. American Design does not recommend Option I. A dollar amount of $93,500 would be spent on a system that is almost 50 years old, is not ADA Compliant, boards do not match in color and there is very little noticeable visual improvement. Question 2: What is the cost of a completely new bleacher system based on the requirements of UW Platteville personnel? The Preliminary Bleacher Study Performance Report of May 7, 2008 contains several estimates of new bleacher systems. These estimates ranged from $300K to $450K. In further discussions with the UW Platteville personnel, ADI has further defined the require-ments of the UW Platteville system. Based on these requirements, the estimates for replace-ment of the current bleacher system with a new system is between $335-350K. American Design recommends this course of action for the reasons cited in 5.3.

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5.4 Assessment of Alternates—Questions

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5.4 Questions Question 3: Can the bleacher system be successfully divided into 3 sec-tions, each operating separately? Subsequently, would this make all or some of the sections ADA compliant? Both firms state the bleacher system should not be split into three sections. • BR states they are willing to provide budgetary numbers to compete this task; they would

not take on this assignment due to the potential liability. “This is not something that we rec-ommend being done due to the liability issues and the likelihood of significant damage to the system.”

• The steel plates can be removed to permit the split. The resulting situation is that the

bleachers will “run off”. At present when opening the bleachers, they open in a smooth uni-form manner. Premier and BR tell us if the bleachers are split they will drift into each other opening in an uneven fashion. This will cause boards to split as they collide. Once the plates are detached the system loses a certain amount of stability.

• Further, additional guardrails on each of the exposed sides will be needed. These additional

rails will sit in a cup. When all sections are opened, patrons in the stands will trip over this cup as they move from one section to another. This will generate a new hazard.

• In addition, three separate power sources and three separate plug-in Electrical Boxes, per

side, will be needed if the bleachers are split into three sections. Costs:

Home Bank: The current structure consisting of 6 units, plated together would be split into 3 movable section with 2 units in each new section. $26,000 Visitors Bank: The current structure consisting of 5 units, plated together would be split into 3 movable section with 2 and 3 units in each new section. $21,000 Pricing includes removing metal splice plates, rewiring the power units, adding junction boxes and independent plug-ins. Add cups and rails for end protection of each newly created side at $15,600 per side or $31,200 Contingency: $4,800 Total to divide bleacher system $83,000

Result: • At the expense of $83,000, the resulting bleacher system would not be ADA compliant • This course of action would create additional risk, safety issues and increased maintenance. Both BR and Premier stated they would not attempt this project due to the risks mentioned in the above section. For these same reasons American Design would not accept the assignment of consultant for this project. 5.5

5.4 Assessment of Alternatives—Questions

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5.4 Questions American Design does not recommend this course of action. This course of action would not result in an ADA compliant system, would produce unsafe conditions and be a waste of funds. Question 4: What maintenance and repair alternatives would make the bleacher system ADA and Code compliant? As indicated in the previous discussions above, the existing bleacher system can be made to comply with Code; but as of this writing it is not possible to make the current system ADA com-pliant per BR and Premier. Question 5: What other maintenance and repair alternatives could be util-ized to reduce the current hazardous situations without achieving Code or ADA compliancy? Individual repair interventions could reduce the hazardous situations without achieving Code or ADA compliancy. For example: • If only the Smart Board deck system was installed to reduce the gaps, this specific Code

issue would be addressed and increased safety achieved. • If you only replaced the railing system as described in Alternate A, this specific Code issue

would be addressed and increased safety would be achieved. • If you only provided a Vinyl Side Curtain, you would increase safety as students would not

have access to the area under the bleachers. Costs: Installation of Smart Board deck system $45,000 Alternate A repairs including the installation of new rails $42,000 Installation of vinyl Side Curtain $2,000 Result: • Each of these repairs could be enacted separately and would not achieve Code or ADA

compliance. American Design doe not recommend this course solution. If only some of the actions were take an ADA compliant system would not be achieved, nor would the system be in compliance with building code. Question 6: How many wheelchairs can be placed on each side of the gym with regards to selected solution? Installation of a new bleacher system would achieve ADA and Code compliancy, including wheelchair access. Based on the current seating, ADA requires approximately 17 wheelchair spaces.

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5.4 Assessment of Alternatives—Questions

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5.4 Questions In a new bleacher system, the recoverable wheelchair spaces would be an integrated notch that is part of the bleacher structure. The wheelchair spaces would need to be distributed on both sides of the gym; they could not be located on just one side. If Option I is selected, there would be no improvement or change in the current wheelchair ar-rangement. The concept of integrating wheelchair space into the current bleacher system is not viable. Creating an integrated notch in the current bleacher system cannot be accomplished the current power system is located there. Question 7: What is the viability of covering the existing boards with a plastic cap product? BR sells a product called Perma Cap that is a plastic cap that covers the existing boards. Sam-ple of Perma Cap was provided to the committee. • BR states the plastic cap will be dented/damaged with sufficient force (i.e. a baseball hitting

the cap). • the cap is not structural thus the split or broken existing boards would have to be replaced

prior to covering the boards with the cap. In addition as boards split or break under the cap, the cap would have to be removed, the boards replaced and then the cap re installed.

• This cap covers seats only. Currently there is not a product on the market to cover risers of

this age. Costs:

The estimated cost of the Perma Cap for seat coverings only is $55,070 Material pricing is good for 5 days due to volatility in the petroleum market, BR. Total for Option 1 $93,500 Total for improved appearance and Code compliant bleachers $148,570

Result: The results of this expenditure would: • improve the safety of the current bleachers. • Seat covers would improve somewhat the overall appearance of the current bleachers • The use of non-structural seat coverings does present increased maintenance costs and

susceptibility to damage which would present additional concerns as the improved appear-ance would deteriorate overtime.

• Existing bleacher system would be Code compliant. • Existing bleacher system would not be ADA Compliant. American Design does not recommend this course of action. The system would not be ADA Compliant, plastic covers have limited durability and this method is expensive.

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5.4 Questions Question 8: What is the cost of current routine maintenance with the cur-rent bleacher system and what new maintenance costs are anticipated? Routine maintenance will be required whether a new system is purchased or some form of reno-vation is completed. • The cost of this item can vary dramatically based upon usage and the frequency of mainte-

nance. • It has been stated by University personnel that every year more and more boards are re-

placed (see Bleacher Meeting Minutes dated May 7, 2008). Since the labor to replace these boards is provided by the University the cost has not been identified exactly. An estimate of the projected replacement cost and routine maintenance is:

Costs: Lubrication: $2,000 Board Replacement labor and materials: $2,000 This is based upon replacing 10 boards per year at a cost of $200 per board. Total $4,000

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6.0 ADA/Code Compliancy Analysis This preliminary ADA/Code compliancy report pertains to the telescoping bleachers system cur-rently installed in the gymnasium of the Williams Field House at the University of Wisconsin – Platteville. The report also carries out a preliminary design/seating count for a new system that would replace the existing one. Several courses of action are being evaluated, each with different ADA/Code compliancy issues and requirements: Alternate A) Maintenance & Repair Alternate B) Renovation Alternate C) Replacement Option 1) Hybrid of Alternate A & B Alternate A) Maintenance & Repair This option includes repairing and performing required maintenance on the bleachers to improve their condition. This is to assure proper operation and to check, replace and adjust linkages, guides and other parts as needed. This option also includes replacement of broken or splintered boards. Since this is only a maintenance job, Code and/or ADA upgrades are not needed. How-ever, given the existing non-compliant Code/ADA conditions, we must recommend that these issues be addressed. The existing bleachers railings do not meet the required number and the design guidelines that dictate size, strength and load bearing requirements, as required by IBC-2006 (See photograph 01). Wheelchair space required by IBC 2006 does not seem to be met and the spacing between seat boards, footboards and risers do not meet the code requisite for preventing the passage of a 4” sphere (See photographs 02, 03 and 04). These deficiencies present serious safety issues that, although not required, should be resolved. It is also important to note that these are the most no-ticeable non-compliant items, the result of a rather brief survey of the existing conditions of the system. We therefore, once again, advise for an in-depth ADA/Code compliancy survey of the whole building that will indicate all preexisting non-conforming items.

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6.0 ADA/Code Compliancy Analysis

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Photograph 02 Photograph 03

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6.0 ADA/Code Compliancy Analysis Alternate B) Renovation This option includes all the necessary maintenance of Alternate A with the addition of the altera-tions and modifications needed to make the system ADA/Code compliant. This includes upgrad-ing and/or adding additional railings and wheelchair spaces, and closing off the vertical and hori-zontal gaps on the bleachers, as outlined in Alternate A. Included in Alternate B is refinishing all the existing boards to make the bleachers consistent in appearance and to make the boards meet code requirements for size and load bearing. Adding the required additional wheelchair spaces to make the system compliant with IBC 2006 will require cutting out entire sections of the first row of seating. This creates numerous problems related to the understructure and the drives of the system. Adding the additional boards to close off the aforementioned vertical and horizontal gaps would also result in additional weight and a consequent impact on the drive system. (See Appendix B for full report). Option I This selection results in a system the complies with Building Code; but is not ADA Compliant. Alternate C) Replacement This consists of a total replacement of the existing system with a new one. A new system will ob-viously have to be ADA/Code compliant, and the available systems currently in the market are designed to meet any applicable code. Railings requirements, isles width, wheelchair spaces, and other ADA/Code issues will be addressed by the manufacturer, under architect’s supervision. A preliminary design/seating count follows: • Per IBC-2006 - Chapter 3 – Use and Occupancy Type, Section 303 – Assembly Group A, the

gymnasium occupancy is determined to be type A-4 – arenas/gymnasiums with spectator seating.

• IBC-2006 – table 1004.1.1 - maximum floor area allowances categorizes the gymnasium

bleachers as assembly with fixed seating. • IBC-2006 – 1004.7 - fixed seating establishes the seat width (seating without dividing arms)

at 18” per person. Preliminary design/seating count for new bleachers system: The seating count is based on the existing bleachers overall dimensions: 104’ long and 21 rows deep at the east side of the gymnasium, and 80’ long and 21 rows deep at the west side. • East: 104’ – 3 isles @ 48” wide each = 92’ 92’/18” (per IBC-2006 – 1004.7 - fixed seating) = 61 seats/row 61x18 rows = 1098 seats (32” deck spacing needed for padded seats reduces the amount of rows to 18)

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6.0 ADA/Code Compliancy Analysis • IBC-2006 – table 1108.2.2.1 - Accessible Wheelchair Spaces determines the minimum re-

quired number of wheelchair spaces. For 2043 seats, 17 wheelchair accessible spaces are required.

• ICC/ANSI A117.1-2003 – 802.3 Width establishes the minimum width for a single wheelchair space to be 36”, or 33” each where two or more adjacent wheelchair spaces are provided. Thus, 17 spaces @ 33” each = 46’-9” required. 46’-9” corresponds to 32 seats (46’-9”/18” = 31.167 ≈ 32) that need to be eliminated from the original count.

The total preliminary number of seats is therefore: 2011 plus 17 wheelchair spaces. The wheelchair spaces are to be provided as notches or truncated areas within the bleachers at the gymnasium floor level. Additional space will be also needed for television cameras and band stands/platforms that will further decrease the number of seats. The actual dimensions of these platforms will be deter-mined by the manufacturers. Life expectancy for these systems varies and depends on many factors, including bleachers us-age and maintenance, but should be 25 to 30+ years.

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• West: 80’ – 3 isles @ 48” wide each = 68’ 68’/18” (per IBC-2006 – 1004.7 - fixed seating) = 45 seats/row 45x21 rows = 945 seats *note: number and width of isles are preliminary and need to be confirmed with manufacturers. Total: 1098+945 = 2043 seats

7.0 Conclusion Action There are many factors that affect the selection of the best solution. After a comprehensive analysis of the three different alternates, we recommend Alternate C. Our recommendation is based on the consultant’s report, the condition of the existing sys-tem, the ADA/Code issues highlighted in the compliancy report, costs and lifecycle/duration of the system. Alternate A, Alternate B and Option I would ultimately result in an inefficient use of funds and time to attempt to fix and upgrade an system that is beyond its useful life. • If Alternate A were chosen, the University would still have 40 year old bleachers that are

not safe and that are not ADA/code compliant. • Alternate B is simply not realistic, as the required interventions, such as closing off the

horizontal and vertical gaps, are not feasible. Cost The estimated cost for a new system ranges between approximately $335,000 and $350,000, depending on the manufacturer. Three different quotes are included in this report (see Appendix C—D—E). Yearly mainte-nance costs also vary, but could reach $8,000 per annum. Schedule Schedule varies depending on the manufacturer. However, the standard for all three manu-facturers is between 3 and 5 months. This is the time needed for design, drawings and shop drawings production, fabrication and installation. End Result Completely replacing the old system would create a more comfortable, safer, more attractive and an overall better system. Although the cost of a new system is obviously higher than up-grades and repairs, attempting to improve the existing system is not cost effective and will not yield the desired results. It should also be noted that both Premier and BR state the existing system is beyond its use-ful life. Further, they both state that no renovation can make the current system ADA Compli-ant. It has been suggested that an element of sustainability could be achieved by reuse of the existing wood boards. Based on the Premier assessment, the reuse value of the wood boards is compromised due to the loss of structural integrity as the boards are old. Thus, the wood boards could only be “recycled” based on their sentimental value.

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8.0 Recommendation American Design recommends that a new bleacher system is purchased for the following reasons: • It is desired that the bleacher system meet building codes, be ADA compliant and as hazard

free as possible. Per our consultants, no amount of repair or renovation will make the cur-rent bleacher system ADA Compliant,

• Existing conditions of the system are hazardous and can be best corrected with the pur-chase of a new system.

• With a new system, the bleachers will be esthetically appealing. • The existing system is beyond its useful life. • No amount of renovation can correct the continued deterioration in the structural strength of

the boards. • Any stop gap measures are a waste of funds. • Any other choice is a waste of funds. It should be noted that the cost of a new system is likely to increase overtime. When American Design asked various bleacher manufactures to estimate the cost of a new system a year from now, they refused to do so. They stated the cost of aluminum, steel and plastic is too volatile. Current estimated cost of a new bleacher system is $350,000 at a 10% increase in cost per year we have the following results: $350,000 2008 Base Year $385,000 2009 $423,500 2010 $465,850 2011 $512,435 2012 Increase Cost Projections at 15%: $350,000 2008 Base Year $402,500 2009 $462,857 2010 $532,285 2011 $612,128 2012 Basically, the sooner the decision to purchase a new system is made the more cost effective it will be. American Design recommends a new bleacher system. It is our one and only recommen-dation.

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9.0 Appendixes Appendix A BR Erectors, Inc. Bleacher Report of 2007 Appendix B Premier Bleacher Repair, Inc.— Bleacher Performance Report of 2008 and Additional Issues discussed with consultant Appendix C Irwin Systems—Northstar Quote for Full Replacement Appendix D Hussey Systems—Carroll Seating Co. Quote for Full Replacement Appendix E Interkal Systems—Goodson Co. Quote for Full Replacement Appendix F Gymnasium Seating Chart

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Appendix B

Premier Bleacher Repair, Inc. Spectator Seating Repair Specialists

800 McArdle Drive, Unit C Crystal Lake, IL 60014

800.452.2565 Fax 815.455.1622

Fully Insured For Bleacher Repair www.bleacherrepair.com

Providing Quality and Safety Since 1990 April 2, 2008 John T. Williams 2821 North 4th Street Suite 537 Milwaukee, WI 53212 Mr. Williams, Thank you for retaining us for your project at UW Platteville. Per our discussion on March 18, 2008 at Platteville I am providing you my findings and recommendations for the Berlin gym bleachers. We discussed three options: Option 1: Repair and perform maintenance on the bleachers to get them in a safer condition. Option 2: Repair, perform maintenance in Option 1, and make alterations to the bleachers to meet the latest safety codes, including but not limited to adding aisles, aisleway grab rails, ADA mandated wheelchair spaces, closing off large gaps on the bleachers,etc. Option 3: Replace the bleachers with new. I found the following issues with the gym bleachers in their existing condition: There are 136 broken or badly split boards that should be replaced including 76 risers, 38 seatboards, 13 skirt boards, and 4 footboards. All replacement boards must meet strict specifications for size and load bearing requirements. Boards shall be stained and finished to harmonize with existing wood. Board replacement should be included in Option 1. The bleachers are dragging and binding while being opened or closed. Eliminating this condition reduces the amount of force needed to operate the bleachers, thereby reducing the potential for more damage and possible injury to personnel, or reducing wear on the drive system.

Appendix B

Premier Bleacher Repair, Inc. Spectator Seating Repair Specialists

800 McArdle Drive, Unit C Crystal Lake, IL 60014

800.452.2565 Fax 815.455.1622

Fully Insured For Bleacher Repair www.bleacherrepair.com

Providing Quality and Safety Since 1990 (continued) Scores of nuts and bolts are loose or missing. All hardware should be tightened or replaced as required. The gym bleachers should be retro-fit with end railings that meet NFPA Code 102, BOCA, UBC or IBC codes for size, strength and load bearing requirements. New end rails should be considered part of the basic repair in Option 1. The spacing between seatboards, footboards and risers do not meet the newest codes for preventing passage of a 4” sphere. Closing off these spaces would require bolting bleacher boards, Trek-type boards, or steel to the bleachers. Adding this much weight will require a more powerful drive system, possibly adding more drive tractors. If the customer would chose Option 1, they will spend approximately $24,000.00 for new boards, $8000.00 for new railings, and $8000.00 to $10,000.00 on repair, travel costs, etc., totaling $42,000.00. The customer will still have 40 year old bleachers in good condition that do not meet newer safety codes or ADA mandates. I have included a repair proposal that lists the needed repair on a following page. My assessment of Option 2 is easy- don’t. Adding materials to close off the large gaps, adding boards and steel for the new aisles, adding new and heavier end rails will increase the weight of the bleachers by thousands of pounds. The drive tractors will be over burdened. ADA wheelchair spaces will be needed, which will require cutting out entire sections of the first row. This can’t be done because the understructure design of the bleachers won’t allow it. Also, the additional weight of the above mentioned add-ons will require more drive tractors. If sections of the first row are missing, there is nowhere for the drives to be mounted. Option 2 is not realistic. Approximate cost for attempting Option 2 is $90,000.00. After spending $90,000.00, the bleachers will still be 40 years old.

Appendix B

Premier Bleacher Repair, Inc. Spectator Seating Repair Specialists

800 McArdle Drive, Unit C Crystal Lake, IL 60014

800.452.2565 Fax 815.455.1622

Fully Insured For Bleacher Repair www.bleacherrepair.com

Providing Quality and Safety Since 1990 (continued) Option 3 provides for new bleachers. The distributors and factory engineers for the manufacturer will provide the data for seating count, ADA needs, costs for installation, etc. I calculated 2388 gross seats at 18”. New bleachers will yield fewer seats because of ADA, aisles, distance to doorways, egress, etc. Approximate costs for new bleachers start at about $100.00 per seat, or totally at least $275,000.00. Options will affect that cost. The repair proposal is below. If you have any questions, please call. Thanks again for retaining our services. Jeff Gathman President/Owner Premier Bleacher Repair, Inc.

Appendix B

Premier Bleacher Repair, Inc. Spectator Seating Repair Specialists

800 McArdle Drive, Unit C Crystal Lake, IL 60014

800.452.2565 Fax 815.455.1622

Fully Insured For Bleacher Repair www.bleacherrepair.com

Providing Quality and Safety Since 1990 April 2, 2008 REPAIR LIST FOR BERLIN BLEACHERS AT UW PLATTEVILE REPAIR SHALL INCLUDE: 1. SURFACE STRUCTURE 1.1 Check and tighten all hardware 1.2 Replace missing hardware 2. ANCHORING 2.1 Check and tighten all wall and floor anchors 2.2 Replace missing or damaged anchors 2.3 Replace missing or badly broken wall buck boards 2.4 Adjust last row uprights to vertical 3. UNDERSTRUCTURE 3.1 Tighten all cantilever bolts and replace missing cantilever set screws 3.2 Adjust cantilever to proper height 3.3 Check welds on seat/riser brackets and reweld if necessary 3.4 Check and tighten all linkage tube bolts on uprights and replace if missing 3.5 Straighten slightly bent linkage and replace if necessary 3.6 Replace bent or missing linkage bolts, bushings, and nuts 3.7 Check wheels and axles, replace if missing or broken 3.8 Straighten wheel alignment 3.9 Adjust lower wheel assemblies to proper position and replace if badly bent or missing

3.10 Check and tighten lower wheel assembly mounting bolts and replace if missing 3.11 Check lower assembly wheels and axles, replace if missing or broken 3.12 Check and tighten understructure bolts, replace if missing 3.13 Straighten bent top guides, replace if missing, weld cracked steel or welds 3.14 Lubricate all friction points with non-dripping grease

Additional Issues Discussed with Premier Bleacher Repair, Inc. Some additional issues were discussed at our first site meeting with the consultant but were not included in his report. The followings are responses to these items given by the consultant through e-mails. 1) Approximate annual maintenance costs for all alternates. “Maintenance costs can vary wildly, depending on the use or abuse. Inspections are a few hundred, checking hardware, anchors etc. may cost 2000-3000 regardless of which option they choose. If boards or parts are broken, it would be more. Option 2 is pointless to estimate because It is unachievable.” 2) Your thoughts on the wood condition of the existing seats. At the meeting you mentioned how the old wood dries and looses its structural integrity. “The bleacher boards are old and dry. Planing them down to make them look better reduces the strength of the bleachers.” 3) Recycling of the wood of the existing seats. You have stated this would not be a good idea, since the wood is old and dry and can not really be recycled to be used for something else. People may just buy the wood for "sentimental values", thus not actually reusing the wood. What are your thoughts on that? “If someone wants the old wood for sentimental value that would be fine.” 4) Covering of the existing seats with plastic. You mentioned how this, too, is not an ideal solution, as the plastic tends to crack, especially where the seats are out of shape and worn out. Also related to the plastic covers: can these be obtained in school colors? How else can the school colors be integrated in the seats? Should the plastic cover method be discarded? Paint the wood? “Plastic seat covers are expensive and break easily. I have customers who have them and wish they didn't because the plastic sags, fades, breaks, and looks terrible after a few years. They are available in school colors, but once again, that would fall into option 2 which is pointless to attempt. The railings can be school colors if they choose option 1. Painting the wood is purely cosmetic and would be nothing more than a paint job on 50 year old bleachers. Again, all of these questions fall under option 2 which is pointless to pursue. Anything more than option 1, short of replacing the bleachers, is a waste of money.” 5) What would be the lifecycle for each of the options? At the meeting you mentioned that if the existing system was kept, it may probably last another 10-15 years. Can you confirm this? What about a brand new system? “I cannot predict the lifecycle of a 50 year old bleacher. I mentioned at the meeting that a machine can last as long as someone keeps it operating and maintained. They can maintain these old bleachers yearly, but as I stated in the report, they are putting money in a 50 year old bleacher. Their decision should not be based on lifecycles, but stewardship of tax dollars. These will never meet code. I cannot predict the lifecycle of a new bleacher. These are unanswerable questions because the use of the bleachers and abuse of the bleachers are impossible to predict. I have seen bleachers that are only a few years old get destroyed by students. I have seen bleachers 65 years old in very good shape. This is not like a roof with a 30 year guarantee. Bleachers have one year guarantees for good reason-you can't predict their use.” 6) Out-of-commission/project times: Option 1 – about 2 weeks. Option 2 – no more than a month. Option 3 – depends on the manufacturer, but no more than a month. Can you confirm this as well? “Option 1 is two weeks. Option 2 is at least 2-3 weeks or more. Option 3 is probably a month. Again, option 2 is unachievable and absurd to attempt. The school would be fools to try and make these bleachers meet the latest codes per option 2.”

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NORTHSTAR EQUIPMENT, LLC 516 BROAD STREET – LAKE GENEVA, WI - 53147

PH: (262) 248-1485 - FX: (262) 248-4418

DATE: 02-08-08 UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN PLATTEVILLE ATTN: MARK MOLESWORTH 1 UNIVERSITY PLAZA PLATTEVILLE, WI 53818 608.342.1567 608.342.

**BIDDING STANDARD IRWIN TELESCOPIC SEATING COMPANY PRODUCTS,

SPECIFICATIONS & FINISHES ONLY**

TELESCOPING SEATING - PROJECT DESCRIPTION: IRWIN MODEL 4500 BLEACHER SYSTEM (1) 84’ GROUP (4 SECTIONS) 21 ROWS 10” RISE 26” DECK SPACING PANELAM 5/8” DECKING WALL ATTACHED 120 VOLT SINGLE PHASE FRICTION POWER OPERATION DOUBLE MOTOR UNITS FOR EACH SECTION 10” PLASTIC SEAT MODULES (2) SETS OF SELF STORING END RAILS (2) END PANELS (10) PERMANENT WHEELCHAIR SPACES (4) 48” WIDE AISLES WITH NON-SLIP TREAD INTERMEDIATE AISLE STEPS SELF-STORING CENTER AISLE HAND RAILS ENGINEERING CERTIFICATE ESTIMATED NET SEATING CAPACITY: 925 SEATS (1) 108’ GROUP (6 SECTIONS) WALL TO WALL 18 ROWS ROWS 1 – 8 (396) QUEST CHAIRS – MANUAL OPERATION PLASTIC SEAT, BACK & ARM RESTS REMAINING ROWS 10” PLASTIC SEAT MODULES 10” RISE 32” DECK SPACING PANELAM 5/8” DECKING WALL ATTACHED 120 VOLT SINGLE PHASE FRICTION POWER OPERATION DOUBLE MOTOR UNITS FOR EACH SECTION (10) PERMANENT WHEELCHAIR SPACES (5) 50” WIDE AISLES WITH NON-SLIP TREAD INTERMEDIATE AISLE STEPS SELF-STORING CENTER AISLE HAND RAILS ENGINEERING CERTIFICATE ESTIMATED NET SEATING CAPACITY: 1,000 SEATS

TOTAL COST: $293,427.00

Appendix C

FOR REMOVAL & DISPOSAL OF EXISTING BLEACHERS: $19,110.00 DELIVERED & INSTALLED. DELIVERY SUMMRE 2008 OR SUBJECT TO PRICE INCREASE. ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED IN REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF EXISTING BLEACHERS BECOME PROPERTY OF NORTHSTAR EQUIPMENT LLC. ELECTRICAL SOURCE PROVIDED BY OTHERS. **NO TAXES INCLUDED - OWNER MUST PROVIDE TAX EXEMPT CERTIFICATE OR TAX WILL BE ADDED** IRWIN TELESCOPIC SEATING COMPANY TO PROVIDE STATE OF WISCONSIN CERTIFIED SHOP DRAWINGS – OWNER TO COMPLETE SUBMITTAL FOR STATE OF WISCONSIN APPROVAL. QUESTIONS: STEVE HARRINGTON @ (262) 248-1485 Prices quoted are based on furnishing the equipment described below in accordance with the Manufacturer’s published standard construction specifications (unless otherwise noted) and specifically excludes furnishing products by any other manufacturer or to any other specification. Prices quoted are valid for 45 days and are based on delivery and installation of the equipment 90-120 DAYS AFTER ALL APPROVALS.

Appendix C

NORTHSTAR EQUIPMENT, LLC 516 BROAD STREET – LAKE GENEVA, WI - 53147

PH: (262) 248-1485 - FX: (262) 248-4418

DATE: 02-08-08 UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN PLATTEVILLE ATTN: MARK MOLESWORTH 1 UNIVERSITY PLAZA PLATTEVILLE, WI 53818 608.342.1567 608.342.

**BIDDING STANDARD IRWIN TELESCOPIC SEATING COMPANY PRODUCTS,

SPECIFICATIONS & FINISHES ONLY**

TELESCOPING SEATING - PROJECT DESCRIPTION: IRWIN MODEL 4500 BLEACHER SYSTEM (1) 84’ GROUP (4 SECTIONS) 21 ROWS 10” RISE 26” DECK SPACING PANELAM 5/8” DECKING WALL ATTACHED 120 VOLT SINGLE PHASE FRICTION POWER OPERATION DOUBLE MOTOR UNITS FOR EACH SECTION 10” PLASTIC SEAT MODULES (2) SETS OF SELF STORING END RAILS (2) END PANELS (10) PERMANENT WHEELCHAIR SPACES (4) 48” WIDE AISLES WITH NON-SLIP TREAD INTERMEDIATE AISLE STEPS SELF-STORING CENTER AISLE HAND RAILS ENGINEERING CERTIFICATE ESTIMATED NET SEATING CAPACITY: 925 SEATS (1) 108’ GROUP (6 SECTIONS) WALL TO WALL 18 ROWS ROWS 1 – 4 (198) QUEST CHAIRS – MANUAL OPERATION PLASTIC SEAT, BACK & ARM RESTS ROWS 5 – 8 (232) 10” PLASTIC SEAT MODULES WITH FOLDING BACK SUPPORTS REMAINING ROWS 10” PLASTIC SEAT MODULES 12” RISE 32” DECK SPACING PANELAM 5/8” DECKING WALL ATTACHED 120 VOLT SINGLE PHASE FRICTION POWER OPERATION DOUBLE MOTOR UNITS FOR EACH SECTION (10) PERMANENT WHEELCHAIR SPACES (5) 50” WIDE AISLES WITH NON-SLIP TREAD INTERMEDIATE AISLE STEPS SELF-STORING CENTER AISLE HAND RAILS ENGINEERING CERTIFICATE ESTIMATED NET SEATING CAPACITY: 1,000 SEATS

TOTAL COST: $281,591.00

Appendix C

FOR REMOVAL & DISPOSAL OF EXISTING BLEACHERS: $19,110.00 DELIVERED & INSTALLED. DELIVERY SUMMER 2008 OR SUBJECT TO PRICE INCREASE. ALL MATERIALS INCLUDED IN REMOVAL AND DISPOSAL OF EXISTING BLEACHERS BECOME PROPERTY OF NORTHSTAR EQUIPMENT LLC. ELECTRICAL SOURCE PROVIDED BY OTHERS. **NO TAXES INCLUDED - OWNER MUST PROVIDE TAX EXEMPT CERTIFICATE OR TAX WILL BE ADDED** IRWIN TELESCOPIC SEATING COMPANY TO PROVIDE STATE OF WISCONSIN CERTIFIED SHOP DRAWINGS – OWNER TO COMPLETE SUBMITTAL FOR STATE OF WISCONSIN APPROVAL. QUESTIONS: STEVE HARRINGTON @ (262) 248-1485 Prices quoted are based on furnishing the equipment described below in accordance with the Manufacturer’s published standard construction specifications (unless otherwise noted) and specifically excludes furnishing products by any other manufacturer or to any other specification. Prices quoted are valid for 45 days and are based on delivery and installation of the equipment 90-120 DAYS AFTER ALL APPROVALS.

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Carroll Seating Company 2105 Lunt Ave Elk Grove Village, Illinois 60622 Phone 847 434 0909 Fax 847 434 0910 E-mail: pcarroll@carrollseating.com May 6, 2008 American Design Riccardo Liotta 2821 N 4th Street, Suite 537 Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53212 Re: UW-Platteville Bleachers Replacement We are pleased to submit a budget proposal to furnish and install bleachers as manufactured by Hussey Seating Company. Our proposal is based on the material as listed below, compliant with IBC 2006 code. Main Floor West Bleachers: Hussey “Maxam 26” Wall Attached and Freestanding Telescopic Bleacher 1 Banks 21 tier x 84’0” Wall attached with powered frames and 10” Courtside seat modules 9 5/8” rise per row and 26” row space 16’ 5 row Truncation on the left side to house the band (16’ wide x 12’10 deep x 24”high 1 Portable Concertina with side and front rail and 1 set of portable stairs 1st row shall be Hussey “Flex row” 4 aisles at 4’6” minimum 2 Ready Rail “Euro” ends per bank Top row gap filler will be provided Net capacity is 966 + 20 ADA spaces 100% recoverable Main Floor East Bleachers: Hussey “Maxam 26” Wall Attached and Freestanding Telescopic Bleacher 1 Banks 22 Rows with 21 seating rows x 106’0” Wall attached with powered frames Rows 1 thru 9 will have Semi Automatic Fully upholstered and padded Metro’s (387) Rows 10 thru 21 will have 12” Courtside seat modules 9 5/8” rise per row and 33” row space 1st row shall be Hussey “Flex row” 5 aisles at 4’6” minimum 2 Ready Rail “Euro” ends per bank Net capacity is 1,047

Delivered and Installed $450,000 + Wisconsin Tax Including removal and disposal of existing system

The Hussey “ Flex Row” is a unique product that offers a totally manually 1st row that operates as a series of drawers that can be opened or closed to accommodate ADA cutouts, team seating, scorer’s tables etc… The key feature of the “Flex Row” is in addition to creating truncations in the bleacher, you can recover the seating, which is lost by permanent ADA accommodations. Our proposal doesn’t include the installation of the building source power (120/208v, 20 amps, 3 phase with 4 conductors + ground), shop drawings will be provided locating the required power. Lead-time upon receipt of approved shop drawings, color selections and field is 60 - 75 days. Installation is 2 - 3 weeks process per school. Sincerely yours, Patrick J Carroll Carroll Seating, Inc. President

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PROPOSAL The Goodson Company PO Box 11217 Telephone: 414-540-1330 Milwaukee, WI. 53211 Fax: 414-540-1335

DATE: 5/6/08 To: American Design BUDGET PRICING PROJECT: UW Platteville

WE PROPOSE TO FURNISH AND INSTALL: Telescoping Bleachers and Chairs by Interkal Bank 1: Total length 108’, 8 rows with chairs, 12 rows with plastic seat modules Span 32, rise 10 ¼” Removable aisle rails Intermediate and foot level steps Chairs are manual operation with fabric inserts (376 chairs) Friction power operation Recoverable ADA seating Bank 2: Total length 84’ plus end rails, 21 rows with plastic seat modules Span 24”, rise 10 ¼” Self storing aisle and end rails Intermediate and foot level steps Friction power operation Recoverable ADA seating One video platform at 2 rows deep, 4’ X 8’ One band platform at 3 rows deep, 6’ X 8’ Estimating seating capacity: 1,918 For the delivered and installed sum of $334,819.00 ADD: $34,040.00 for semi-automatic chairs Pricing valid for 45 days and installation by June of 2009 NOTE 1: EXCLUSION AND QUALIFICATIONS: Exclude sales tax, electrical connections Delivery 12-14 weeks after approved shop drawings Russ Bonfiglio The Goodson Co. Appendix E

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WILLIAMS FIELDHOUSE (Total Seats 2185) GAME ____________________ DATE ____________ WEST SIDE (995 Seats) ROW SEATS Film Platforms 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 20 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 18 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 17 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 Band 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 Platform 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 + 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50

Appendix F

Appendix F

WILLIAMS FIELDHOUSE GAME ____________________ DATE ____________ EAST SIDE (1,190 Seats) ROW SEATS 21 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 20 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 19 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 18 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 17 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 16 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 14 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 13 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 11 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 7 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 60 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 5 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58