Benson Systems, Inc. Company Overview

PRESENTED TO: Ray Baker Chief Estimator Balfour Beatty 5401 N. Pima Rd. Scottsdale, AZ 85250

PRESENTED BY: Troy Anderson Benson Systems, Troy Anderson | Business Development Division 2065 W. Obispo Ave. Ste. 101 | Gilbert, AZ 85233 Phone: 480-892-8688 Ex.1152 | Fax: 480-892-8689

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Table of Contents:

Benson Systems Overview ................................................................ SECTION 1

MEP Systems Experience .................................................................. SECTION 2

Key Personnel .................................................................................... SECTION 3

Benson Systems Implementation and Methodology .......................... SECTION 4

Benson Systems Benson Security Systems, Inc., DBA Benson Systems, has been a trusted name in the business community, helping thousands of customers across the Southwest since 1986.The company was founded by Shawn Benson our CEO. Benson Systems’ corporate office is located in Gilbert, Arizona. The company holds several business and contractors licenses in numerous other states. Benson Systems has assembled a construction team to provide value added services and is committed to projects in the following areas:

� Security & Low Voltage � Life Safety & Fire Suppression � Mechanical, Electrical, & Plumbing � Commercial Network, Data Management & IT Solutions � Sound Masking & Audio Visual Systems � Electronics Restoration � Customer Care (24 – Hour Service)

Benson Systems is a company shaped by its customers. Our first big “win” came when we were awarded a solutions project for a Charles Schwab data center right here in Phoenix, AZ and Cox Communications state wide. Cox Communications was a customer of Benson Systems for nearly two decades before they decided to take their services in-house. In little more than 20 years, Benson has grown from a small security system’s firm into the leading in-house “Total Solutions” system provider for business and Industry in the southwest. Benson provides engineering, project management, design/build services, installation, training, and ongoing service/maintenance for the commercial construction market. Benson Systems presently has over 120 professional employees and over 70 vehicles on the road n our Gilbert, AZ office. With combined sales of over 25 million dollars annually. Benson Systems is the one company that is not locked down to one trade. With great depth and many years of combined industry experience, Benson has assembled a team with the credentials and experience in project engineering, management, design, and implementation of systems for projects to achieve all of your goals. Our team has clearly defined roles, functions, and responsibilities ranging from operations manager, account manager, project manager, and key team contacts to provide you with the best service that this industry has to offer. That success has been achieved by commitment to teamwork within our company, and working closely with our suppliers to provide the best possible solution.

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Arizona & Professional Licenses: Benson Systems Federal ID# 86-0697831 AZ State Trans Privilege Tax # 07557216 Phoenix Privilege Tax # 92011029 Contracting Licenses: ROC147120 CR-11 Electrical ROC166993 CR-67 Low Voltage Communication Systems ROC213233 CR-16 Fire Protection Systems ROC280147 CR-39 Air Conditioning & Refrigeration ROC275785 K-37 Plumbing Bonding and Insurance: Benson Systems has a current bonding capacity of $2,000,000. Capacity may be increased based on project requirements. Benson Systems Standard Commercial General Liability Insurance. $1,000,000 Each Occurrence $1,000,000 Personal Injury $5,000,000 General Aggregate $1,000,000 Worker’s Compensation and

*Employee Liability Insurance limits maybe increased per project upon request

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CLIENT: Arizona Vein and Vascular North 20045 N.19th Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85027 Arizona Vein and Vascular North was built in 2015 with DPR construction. This North Phoenix loctation was built to meet the health care needs of a growing community. Arizona Vein & Vascular Center is a full-service vein and vascular facility that consists of a team of board certified doctors, surgeons and specialty health care providers. Offering leading-edge vein treatments and podiatry services to effectively care for hundreds of medical conditions. With Treatments offered in five convenient valley locations. Benson Systems was not involved during the initial construction of all of their vital facilities. However, this is one that we were invited to bid and has all of our systems integrated into one scope of work. Systems installed are HVAC equipment & energy management controls, fire/life safety controls, card access, security, CCTV, AV Equipment, and Structured Wiring for a total value of $1,480,000.00. All services were done in-house from our local branch. Since its installation, Benson Systems has become the primary provider for all valleywide locations and continue to work closely to develop solutions for future strategies.

FACILITIES: Five convenient locations throughout Arizona.

CONTACT: https://www.azvascular.com/contact-us/

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES: MEP Divisions

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CLIENT: Basis Charter Schools 15800 W.Sherman Street Goodyear, AZ 85338 BASIS is a for-profit company that teaches a highly structured and challenging curriculum in a number of settings throughout the United States. In some states they operate as private schools. In states where the charter school laws enable BASIS to operate without modifying its pedagogical approach, it operates Charter Schools. Arizona has a flexible charter school law; BASIS operates sixteen charter schools in the state. BASIS Goodyear, an exurb thirty miles west of Phoenix, is the newest. BASIS receives 75% of the per-student funding a public school receives. The school has equal-opportunity access for incoming students. Benson Systems has been involved with the BASIS Goodyear location from a new construction project and all current additions to the facility. BASIS Goodyear was a fitted with our HVAC equipment & energy management controls, fire/life safety controls, card access, security, CCTV, AV Equipment, and Structured Wiring for a total value of $1,500,000.00. Our staff took on the responsibility for services provided early on in the construction process, all the way through completion. Understanding internal split responsibilities and coordination between the various “in-house” divisions, made for a seamless approach which is critical to maintain budget and schedule.

FACILITIES: 16 schools throughout Arizona.

OWNER/CONTACT: (480) 276-8592

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES: MEP Divsions

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CAMPUS: Basis Charter Schools 5010 South Eastmark Pkwy Mesa, AZ 85212 BASIS is a for-profit company that teaches a highly structured and challenging curriculum in a number of settings throughout the United States. In some states they operate as private schools. In states where the charter school laws enable BASIS to operate without modifying its pedagogical approach, it operates Charter Schools. Arizona has a flexible charter school law; BASIS operates sixteen charter schools in the state. One of the nation’s top-ranked charter schools, BASIS Mesa at Eastmark, has a rigorous academic curriculum for grades 3 to 12, and continues to have plans for expansion. The emphasis is on advanced placement courses, with the goal to make students more competitive in the global economy. Its students gain admission to some of the nation’s best colleges. Benson Systems was involved with the BASIS Goodyear location from a new construction project and all current additions to the facility. BASIS Goodyear was fitted with our HVAC equipment & energy management controls, fire/life safety controls, card access, security, CCTV, AV Equipment, and Structured Wiring for a total value of $1,500,000.00. Our staff took on the responsibility for services provided early on in the construction process, all the way through completion. Understanding internal split responsibilities and coordination between the various “in-house” divisions, made for a seamless approach which is critical to maintain budget and schedule

FACILITIES: 16 schools throughout Arizona.

CONTACT: (602) 239-4807

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES: MEP Divsions

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CAMPUS: Heritage Academy – Gateway Campus 19705 E. Gerann Rd, Queen Creek, AZ 85142

Founded in 1995 and set in historic downtown Mesa, Arizona, Heritage Academy is one of Arizona's oldest charter schools. Heritage offers a classical education for the leaders who will shape the 21st Century. Heritage Academy is dedicated to youth, their growth and development. Heritage believes in building sound character which will result in strong families, strong communities, and a strong nation.

Designed after Independence Hall in Philadelphia, the mission of Heritage Academy Gateway is embedded in the architecture of this building. Near the border of Gilbert and Mesa, and not far from the 202, the Gateway Campus is convenient for families in the east and southeast valley.

Benson Systems was involved with the Heritage Academy, Gateway Campus from a new construction project and all current additions to the facility. Heritage Academy was fitted with our Plumbing & energy management controls, fire/life safety controls, card access, security, CCTV, AV Equipment, and Structured Wiring for a total value of $1,400,000.00. Our staff took on the responsibility for services provided early on in the construction process, all the way through completion. Understanding internal split responsibilities and coordination between the various “in-house” divisions, made for a seamless approach which is critical to maintain budget and schedule

FACILITIES: Three schools throughout Arizona.

CONTACT: (480) 461-4400

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES: Electrical & Plumbing Divsions

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CAMPUS: Heritage Academy – Laveen Campus 4275 W. Baseline Rd. Laveen, AZ 85339 Founded in 1995 and set in historic downtown Mesa, Arizona, Heritage Academy is one of Arizona's oldest charter schools. Heritage offers a classical education for the leaders who will shape the 21st Century. Heritage Academy is dedicated to youth, their growth and development. Heritage believes in building sound character which will result in strong families, strong communities, and a strong nation.

The Laveen campus, modeled after Independence Hall, is aligned to our mission in many powerful ways. The campus is designed to serve approximately 600 students in grades 7-12.

Benson Systems was involved with the Heritage Academy, Gateway Campus from a new construction project and all current additions to the facility. Heritage Academy was fitted with our Plumbing & energy management controls, fire/life safety controls, card access, security, CCTV, AV Equipment, and Structured Wiring for a total value of $1,400,000.00. Our staff took on the responsibility for services provided early on in the construction process, all the way through completion. Understanding internal split responsibilities and coordination between the various “in-house” divisions, made for a seamless approach which is critical to maintain budget and schedule.

FACILITIES: Three schools throughout Arizona.

CONTACT: (602) 290-8546

TECHNOLOGY SERVICES: Electrical & Plumbing Divsions

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KEY PERSONNEL

Shawn Benson

Founder & CEO

Eric Benson General Manager

Ray Mulch Director

Fire & Life Safety

Scott Ewing Construction

Sales & Estimating

Low Voltage Installers

Ron BlondheimExecutive VP Mechanical

Division

Troy Anderson Business

Development HVAC & Controls

Vince Palermo Mechanical

Estimator & PM

Rick Thomas Superintendent

Service TechsLow Voltage

Installers

Briam Bartley Plumbing Estimator

Cory Benson Operations Manager

Matt Jimenez Electrical Estimator

Project Manager

Electricians

Shawn Benson Founder & CEO Years of Experience: 30+

Shawn Benson began Benson Systems working out of

his garage in 1986, in Chandler, Arizona. The company has come from

modest beginnings to become the largest independent systems integration

companies in the United States.

Benson Systems provides a seamless integration of installation and ongoing

services for security and low voltage, fire alarm, fire sprinklers, special hazards

and life safety, access control, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, IT and electronics

restoration.

Mr. Benson has created a company of expert designers, engineers, sales

consultants, installation and service professionals who use state-of-the-art,

leading edge products that maximize the efficiencies and capabilities of each

component. Mr. Benson is NICET Level 4 certified, and is a licensed electrical

contractor in several states.

Today, under the leadership of Mr. Benson, the company employs

approximately 120 people, with annual revenue of $25 million. The company is

the largest, independent systems integration company in the Southwest.

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Ron Blondheim Executive Vice President Benson Air Conditioning and Plumbing Years of Experience: 32+ Ron Blondheim began his HVAC career in the United States Navy. For several years, Ron owned his own HVAC Company and also worked as a general contractor. Ron is Liebert Systems Certified, Schneider Controls Certified and NADCA Certified. Ron specializes in HVAC systems for industrial and commercial use, plumbing, both industrial and commercial, building automation systems, EMS support and Air Ducts. Ron has been working with Benson Systems for more than 20 years. Benson Systems provides a seamless integration of installation and ongoing

services for security and low voltage, fire alarm, fire sprinklers, special hazards

and life safety, access control, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, IT and electronics

restoration.

Today, Benson Systems employs approximately 120 people, with annual

revenue of $25 million. The company is the largest, independent systems

integration company in the Southwest.

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Cory Benson Operations Manager Years of Experience: 10+ Cory Benson began for Benson Systems when he was 16 years of age, pulling wire for jobs and working in the warehouse. Cory has a degree in Project Management and is the Qualifying Party of licensure for the HVAC license of Benson Air Conditioning and Plumbing Today, Cory is the Operations Manager of Benson Systems and oversees all project managers, technicians and installations.

Benson Systems provides a seamless integration of installation and ongoing

services for security and low voltage, fire alarm, fire sprinklers, special

hazards and life safety, access control, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, IT and

electronics restoration.

Today, Benson Systems employs approximately 120 people, with annual

revenue of $25 million. The company is the largest, independent systems

integration company in the Southwest.

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Eric Benson Sales Manager Years of Experience: 8+ Eric Benson began for Benson Systems when he was 16 years of age, pulling wire for jobs and working in the warehouse. Eric worked alongside his father, Shawn Benson, in developing the sales team

for Benson Systems. Eric is the Qualifying Party of licensure for the plumbing

license of Benson Air Conditioning and Plumbing

Benson Systems provides a seamless integration of installation and ongoing

services for security and low voltage, fire alarm, fire sprinklers, special hazards

and life safety, access control, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, IT and electronics

restoration.

Today, Benson Systems employs approximately 120 people, with annual revenue of $25 million. The company is the largest, independent systems integration company in the Southwest.

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Ray Mulch Director Fire and Life Safety Division Years of Experience: 30+ Ray Mulch is the Director for Benson Systems Fire Alarm and Life Safety Division. Ray has more than 30 years or experience working with fire alarm (mass notification) systems, waterless fire suppression (FM200 & Novec) systems. Ray is VESDA certified and his specialty is dealing with special hazards for data centers and server rooms.

Benson Systems provides a seamless integration of installation and ongoing

services for security and low voltage, fire alarm, fire sprinklers, special hazards

and life safety, access control, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, IT and electronics

restoration.

Today, Benson Systems employs approximately 120 people, with annual

revenue of $25 million. The company is the largest, independent systems

integration company in the Southwest.

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Troy Anderson Business Development HVAC & Controls Division Years of Experience: 17+ Troy Anderson began his began his career working as a Mechanical HVAC Designer. For several years he worked in A/E firms doing layouts of duct work for various commercial construction projects before making the switch and moving over to energy management and controls. Troy is BACnet certified from Alerton and Honeywell Trained as well. Troy specializes in HVAC systems for commercial use and has been on various projects throughout the state. Ranging from retrofits to shell and core and has been heavily involved throughout the scope process as he is a trusted source when specifying the building automation systems. Benson Systems provides a seamless integration of installation and ongoing services for security and low voltage, fire alarm, fire sprinklers, special hazards and life safety, access control, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, IT and electronics restoration. Today, Benson Systems employs approximately 120 people, with annual revenue of $25 million. The company is the largest, independent systems integration company in the Southwest.

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Benson Systems Implementation and Methodology Estimating (WeSuite) Benson Systems utilizes WeSuite. This is a sales tool developed to create an estimate of job cost and generate a scope of work as an all in one software system. Simple to calculate and accurately accounts for all material and labor costs. With just a few mouse clicks WeSuite automates proposal and contract document generation. Creates a scope of work and uses company designed templates to produce clean, professional proposals and contract documents for printing or emailed directly to our customers. A proven system that saves on time spent, slashes embarrassing mistakes, and increases our brand recognition.

• Gathers all Material and Labor Cost from the estimate • Allows sales management and project management to review and access risk and make adjustments

to labor, contingency, profit, etc. • Generates cost ratios can be saved and trended by the market so that future estimates can be tuned

for tighter cost estimating. This program will be utilized during cost estimating to reveal individual unit costs, discuss labor rates, finalize profit margins, and adjust quantities of system components. Cost Control (Sedona) Benson Systems utilizes a PC based accounting software package called Sedona. This program links our operations group delivering the project to our accounting group managing the financial billings of the project. It provides an up-to-date view of the current financial condition of a project, which provides the management team the ability to forecast small problems before they escalate financially and become expensive issues. In addition the software assist our project team in generating monthly billing statements and monthly work load calculations to assure that the project stays on time and on budget. In order to control job cost Benson Systems project managers utilize a few different techniques that included:

• Checking materials pricing from multiple vendors. • Ordering materials in bulk for a lower unit price. • Pre-purchasing materials prior to foreseen vendor price increases.

By utilizing these techniques our project managers can directly control 80% of the overall job cost. The other 20% is direct cost that is hard set and non-negotiable. A process that is considered when setting current labor rates. Project Management Approach Benson Systems management approach and implementation plan is based on:

• Total Quality Management • Team Building • A proven Track Record • A proven set of procedures and tools for managing costs, schedules and performance • A quality assurance program to guarantee that the work performed in the design, development,

implementation is of the highest. To effectively manage our projects Benson Systems will hold regular construction team meetings with the Project Team to schedule construction activities, to review the submittals and progress made by the client. These meetings are used to establish the installation schedules and to agree upon plans for coordination with the facility occupants. Benson Systems will work diligently to obtain the cooperation of facility occupants to ensure a smooth installation.

On-Site Authority Our management plan ensures complete authority is provided at the site level to develop and authorize work plans within the approved contract scope and budget. The Operations Manager delegates the commitment of project resources to the on-site Project Managers, who in turn delegates’ suitable authority to Project Team members as deemed appropriate. Problem Resolution The Project Managers have complete on-site project authority to resolve problems. This authority includes, but is not limited to, the ability to allocate resources, settle conflicts, and initiate corrective actions as needed to resolve a problem. Within the project management hierarchy each successive level of management is delegated commensurate authority for problem resolution Commitment Full commitment authority is provided to the on-site Project Managers, up to the limit of the contract. Each successive management level has commensurate authority for commitments up to the level of its budget and its area of responsibility within the framework of contract requirements and project policy. Overall, the structure that has been established for this project places all necessary decision-making responsibility and authority at the appropriate site level. This ensures that the requirements of the contract are met in a timely and efficient manner. Installation: Well trained/in-house professional installers are the key to a high quality installation. Our electricians and technicians, receive continuing education training to stay abreast of the ever-changing technology and advancements in our industry. National Electrical Code in conjunction with local electrical and mechanical codes are strictly followed to ensure the quality and safety of the installation. Our project management team and field supervisors work closely with the installers and other associated trades to ensure a smooth and efficient installation. Quality Control Benson Systems periodically surveys all of our customers to assure we have, and continue to exceed their expectations. As a local company, we cannot afford any unresolved customer issues. The expectation to exceed requirements is the root of our success and an expectation of the culture we have created. This commitment to customer satisfaction demands that we begin to clearly understand each and every customer’s unique requirement and that we deliver our products and services in conformance with these requirements. Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to present to you Benson Systems qualifications. We look forward to working with you and your company. Sincerely, Troy J. Anderson