Save the Date!
AAa/e Foundation Annual Scholarship Fundraiser - June 5, 2014
Since its creation, AAa/e Foundation has awarded over $100,000 in scholarships due to the ongoing generosity of professionals in the AEC industry. Join us for an evening of fundraising, food, drinks, and networking on Thursday, June 5, 2014, 6:00 - 8:30 pm, in the Metropolitan Water District Courtyard, 700 N. Alameda Street, Los Angeles, CA 90012. For more information, contact: Emily Cheng at 323.937.4270 or chenge@gruenassociates.com; or Susan Chau at 213.228.8234 or susan.chau@ch2m.com.
Register online today!
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Accepting 2014 Scholarship Applications Now!
AAa/e Foundation set to award thousands of dollars to AAa/e student members
Each year, the AAa/e Foundation recognizes the talent of AAa/e student members and young professionals who have demonstrated a measurable level of involvement and service to the Asian-Pacific Islander community, as well as higher education programs who are bridging the gap between U.S. students and Asia. At the 2013 Annual Awards Banquet in October, a grand total of $21,500 in scholarships was awarded!
This year, the Foundation is offering scholarships to the following categories:
1. High School Students
2. Community College Students
3. Undergraduate Students
4. Post Graduate Students
5. Emerging professionals for student debt reduction
6. College and University Programs that build bridges between American students and Asia
Past recipients include students from Cal Poly Pomona, USC, SCI-Arc, Woodbury University, and UCLA to name a few. Applications must be postmarked on or before Wednesday, May 30, 2014.Winners will be announced September 2, 2014. If you have any questions, please contact AAa/e Foundation President, Susan Chau at 213.228.8234, or
susan.chau@ch2m.com.
Click here for a link to the 2014 Scholarship Application Package.
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AAa/e Kicks off Luncheon Program
Attendees gather at the Biltmore to hear about the ACA and Healthcare
On Thursday, February 20, 2014 AAa/e members and guests gathered at The Millennium Biltmore Hotel to hear about the impacts of the Affordable Care Act on the healthcare industry. Chris Durkee of KCS West moderated this insightful panel discussion as attendees learned about near-future opportunities for the AEC industry as healthcare providers upgrade and renovate their facilities to meet the demands of the newly insured and maintain high level of services for their patients. Special thanks to Ronald Smith - Vice President, Kaiser Permanente National Facilities Services; and Zeke Triana - Director of Facilities Planning Design & Construction, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center; for sharing their services and facilities strategies with us. We appreciate the generous support of Premier Sponsor Turner and Event Sponsors DPR Construction, Martin & Associates, Syska Hennessey, and KCS West. Many thanks to all who planned, participated, and attended this hugely successful event!
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CHSR Project - BAC Rep Update
Public Policy & Government Affairs Committee Chair Linden Nishinaga reports the latest on California High Speed Rail
California High Speed Rail's second civil design-build CP-2/3 package entails a 60-mile segment between Fresno and the Tulare-Kern County Line. Via RFQ HSR 13-57 the CHSRA (Authority) received SOQs from five firm teams from which they have shortlisted all five to move on to the RFP tender stage. The firm teams selected so far are in alphabetical order: California Rail Builders; Dragados/Flatiron/Shimmick; Golden State Rail Partnership; Skanska-Ames, a Joint Venture; and Tutor Perini/Zachary/Parsons, a Joint Venture. Similar to CP-1, the tasks for CP-2/3 may include, but are not limited to, the design and construction of: the demolition and clearance of R/W, grading, drainage, subsurface investigation, geotechnical engineering and seismology, bridges, culverts, trenches and tunnels, utility relocations, aerial structures, and grade separations. In connection with this, the Authority is hosting an Industry Forum and Pre-Bid Conference on April 8, 2014 in Visalia, CA. This event will provide an opportunity for interested small businesses to meet with the qualified firms eligible to submit proposals for the design-build RFP for Construction Package 2/3 (CP-2/3). Additional information can be secured at Authority's websites including: http://www.hsr.ca.gov/Programs/Construction/Design_Build_Construction_Pkg_2_3/index.htmland http://www.hsr.ca.gov/About/Doing_Business_with_HSR/contracts_for_bid.html |
Corporate Sponsor Profile: Arup!
AAa/e welcomes new corporate sponsor Arup!
 Arup is the creative force at the heart of many of the world's most prominent projects in the built environment and across industry. Ranked as ENR California's No. 1 Design Firm of the Year in 2013, Arup offers a broad range of professional services that combine to make a real difference to its clients and the communities in which they work. From 12 offices in the Americas, their 900 planners, designers, engineers and consultants deliver innovative projects with creativity and passion. The people at Arup are driven to find a better way and to deliver better solutions for their clients.
Tim Corcoran, PE, ENV SP is Infrastructure Principal at Arup. With 37 years of experience, Tim has devoted his career to the design and construction of civil engineering and building projects, in particular transportation infrastructure. These projects include rail, urban and rural highways and freeways for new projects and existing infrastructure. His technical leadership has taken projects from concept stage, through preliminary and detailed design, to completion of construction on site. In addition, Tim is the Project Director for the Gerald Desmond Bridge Replacement and Crenshaw/LAX Transit Corridor projects.
Please visit the firm's website: http://www.arup.com
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Caltrans SBC Update
Professional Services Committee's strategies to increase SBE/DBE/DVBE Participation
On January 16, 2014, the Caltrans Small Business Council Professional Services Committee convened in San Diego and established its strategic goals for 2014:
- Goal 1: Increase SBE/DBE/DVBE participation by modifying the A/E Selection process
- Goal 2: Improve accountability and transparency of SBE/DBE/DVBE utilization
- Goal 3: Increase education and awareness of SBE/DBE/DVBE firms to Caltrans standards and staff
- Goal 4: Encourage policy change and implementation to increase participation of SBE/DBE/DVBE utilization on A/E Contracts (unbundling)
Visit the Department of Procurement and Contracts website for the A/E Look Ahead Report and register to get automatic weekly updates and RFQ/RFP postings:
Caltrans-opac.ca.gov/aeinfo.htm
Also, you can track awarded projects here:
http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/esc/oe/contractor_info/
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Welcome New Members!
AAa/e welcomes 12 new members and two Corporate Sponsors who joined in February 2014
AAa/e extends a warm welcome to our 12 newest members, especially Corporate Sponsors Arup and Penta! We look forward to seeing all of you at our upcoming events!
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AAa/e Membership "Bundle"
AAa/e has launched its Membership Bundle. Non-members and renewing members will benefit from an AAa/e Membership and 6 events for the price of 5.
General Members - $375
Associate Members - $325
Includes AAa/e Membership and 6 events
Benefits:
- Savings of $50
- One-time payment
Click here to sign-up!
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Elevate the exposure of your firm, services or product with new AAa/e event sponsorship opportunities, including the 2014 Fall Masters Series, monthly luncheons, 2014 Scholarship Fundraiser, and 2014 Annual Awards Banquet.
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UPDATES, NEWS, AND MORE...
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MEMBERS ONLY
The AAa/e has made great strides to increase members benefits and add value to each level of membership. All members enjoy:
- Discounts to AAa/e Monthly Programs
- Discounts to AAa/e Special Events and VIP Receptions
- Access to MBE/SBE Business Opportunities & Program Presentations
- Individual and Firm Listing in the AAa/e Database
- Growth Opportunities and Personal Growth.
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