This assignment is to create a \"Block Style Buisness Letter\". This type of let
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Question
This assignment is to create a "Block Style Buisness Letter". This type of letter is typical of what you will use for much of the correspondence that you will create during the construction administration phase of projects that you will be managing You are to use the example format provided on the next page for your letter You can assume that you are a project manager for a general contractor who has the construction contract for a new Health Center being constructed for the University of Nebraska- Lincoln. You are in the procurement stage of the work and you are seeking approval to use a metal locker manufacturer that is not specifically noted in the specification. (Refer to the attached specification.) Your concern is that the locker you want to use is not exactly what is specified, but it is very close in quality and the cost and the delivery time is much more favorable. You are preparing the submittal information seeking aproval of this product proir to actually submitting your shop drawings. As part of your q of your product to the one specified. As with most contract substitutions, you need this approval prior to submitting your shop drawings. Knowing that there is a cost benefit to the owner, you will also want to aknowlege this in your request. t, you are to provide a comparative analysis If this request is approved, you will then use this same paperwork as backup material for a future fromal Change Order Request. You may want to discuss this with one of the CM Faculty or contact a local contractor and talk with them about this type of question in order to make your letter more realistic.Explanation / Answer
JVL Constructors
Mr.David Bloom,PE,Project Manager
250 pine street,Suite B ,Lincoln, NE 68508
September 12,2018
University of Nebraska
Mr. peter jones,Director of University
141 Street Q Lincoln, NE 68588
RE: Proposed product substitution for Metal Locker
Dear Mr. Jones,
In this letter,I request your approval to use a substitute of metal lockers manufacturer what you have specified in contract, for the knocked-down corridor lockers and welded athletic lockers.As the metal lockers we are suggesting to use is not exactly what you have provided in your specification but i assure you that these are of same quality products but cost and delivery time is much more favourable than you specified in contract.
Comparitive data is as following:
Manufacturer of substitute lockers has very vast experience in this domain and involved in offering Locker
Specifications:
Type A-Single Tier Lockers include
3-point positive locking system
Stainless steel door latch
double-prong coat hooks
Type-B-Knocked -down corridor lockers:
Recessed handles
Pad-lockable closures
A central coat rod.
Has a fingertip lift latch
A smooth and catch-free surface
Quality and strong metal lockers products
With18 gauge steel doors
6-knuckle security hinges
Reinforced frame
Wider louvers with proper ventilation.
6" legs added to its height.
Powder coat finish
Blank number plates
Colours available: Range of colours.
Size: 300(W)*400(D)1900(H) mm
Material: Compact and laminate panels
Panel thickness: 16mm
Cost:$167/unit (lesser than specified metal locker)
Delivery time: Better delivery timing ( better than specified metal locker manufacturer)
We undersigned that
I am requesting you to approve my proposed substitute product that will be more beneficial for the owner in every aspect.
Looking forward to your positive reply.
Your sincerely,
Mr.David Bloom,PE,Project Manager
Courtesy Copies:
Mr. Jameston, President of University
Mr.David Parker,Vice president of University
Mr. Henry, vice chancellor of University
Attachments: Attached as noted