FIRM PROFILE BACKGROUND For over 26, OCI Associates, Inc. has been a recognized leader in the fields of Plumbing and Fire Protection Engineering. Headquartered in Orlando Florida, we maintain branch offices in Fort Pierce, West Palm Beach, Fort Myers, Tampa and Washington, D.C. Throughout our history, we have provided our clients with a broad range of project experience, personalized service and a knowledgeable staff. Our goal is to be your partner in Engineering Your Success SERVICES Services of OCI Associates, Inc. range from facility master plans and reviews to construction design documents for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, fire alarm and systems engineering disciplines. The firm maintains a competent staff of engineers and support personnel who believe in delivering complete projects on time and within budget. GREEN BUILDING DESIGN Although our designs and efforts have always incorporated innovative techniques to maximize energy efficiency, there is also the growing awareness of the impact that new construction has on our Environment. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED ) Green Building Rating System TM has brought an industry wide awareness to these issues. OCI Associates, Inc. has made a commitment to stay informed of current standards and new methods to incorporate green building design principles into all of our projects. We require all of our professionals and encourage the rest of our technical staff to pursue certification as LEED Accredited Professionals (LEED AP). SUPPORT Our staff is supported by an array of the latest analysis, design, production and project management tools used for a variety of technical tasks and telecommunications. GOALS OCI Associates, Inc. believes that being able to deliver a quality product on time provides the best return for the client. We strive for client satisfaction through the quality of our work, and the responsiveness of our staff.
SERVICES MECHANICAL ELECTRICAL TECHNOLOGY PLUMBING & FIRE PROTECTION PLANNING AND STUDIES PROJECT MANAGEMENT Air Conditioning Systems Central Chiller Plants Energy Management Systems Air Filtration Systems Steam Boiler Plants Heating Systems Ventilation Systems Thermal Storage Systems Industrial Piping Systems Commissioning Electrical Distribution System Interior and Exterior Lighting Systems Standby Power Facilities Electrical Power Generation Computer Power Systems Communication and Data Systems Fire Alarm and Life Safety Systems Security Systems Information Transport Systems Audio/Visual Design Distribution Systems Potable Water Systems Natural and LP Gas Systems Medical Gas Systems Drainage Systems Sanitary Sewer and Vent Systems Storm Water Systems Fire Protection Systems Code Compliance Review for MEP Systems Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Evaluations Analysis of Existing MEP Systems Feasibility Studies Energy Conservation Analysis Life Cycle Cost Analysis LEED Certification Review for MEP Systems Contract Documents Contract Negotiations Contractor Selection Construction Administration Material and System Evaluations Bid Examination and Recommendations Scheduling and Progress Control Building Modeling Commissioning
OCI is fortunate to be well-diverse in a variety of markets and have had the opportunity to work with a number of international companies producing engineering designs throughout the United States and in parts of South America. We offer a full range of services to assist our clients in achieving their project goals from planning and design, feasibility studies, and project management to construction administration. Our market sectors include: SERVICES BUILD Industrial Facilities Manufacturing Plants Central Energy Plants CHILL Hotels, Spas and Resorts EAT Fast Food Restaurants Concessions Food and Beverage Facilities FLY Airport Terminals Aviation Support Facilities Transportation Facilities GATHER Community Centers Convention Halls Alumni Centers Libraries HEAL Healthcare Facilities Assisted Living and Long Term Care Medical Offices Hospitals LEARN K-12 Schools Community Colleges Universities Private Schools LIVE Dormitories Condos Apartments Private Residences Multifamily Housing PLAY Water and Theme Parks Museums and Zoo s Sports Stadiums Recreational Parks Entertainment Facilities PRAY Churches and Sanctuaries Religious Facilities PROTECT Public Safety Emergency Response Justice and Corrections Federal and Military Mission Critical Government Facilities PRESERVE Historical Facilities SHOP Retail and Big Box Mixed Use STORE Warehouses Maintenance Facilities Parking Structures Vehicle Storage WORK Commercial Offices Corporate Headquarters Financial Institutions Tenant Improvements SUSTAIN Green Globes, Net Zero, LEED Energy Efficiency Smart Buildings SPECIALITY EXPERIENCE Continuing Service Contracts Design-Build Projects Commissioning Studies and Reports
Ruth s Chris Steakhouse Ruth s Chris Architect Evans Group New Construction Plumbing Construction Cost $3.5M Project Size 11,000 SF Completion Date 2008 RUTH S CHRIS STEAKHOUSE Lake Mary, FL OCI Associates, Inc. provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a new Prototype Restaurant for the Ruth s Chris Steakhouse chain. Ruth s Chris is a 45 year old established high end steakhouse chain that originated on Broad Street in New Orleans. The brand is represented in 115 locations throughout the United States with 14 locations in Florida.
AVIVA RESTAURANT Tavistock Architect Peacock & Lewis Architects Contractor and Construction Manager Marmatt Global Renovation & Upgrade Plumbing, Fire Protection, ITS/AV Systems Completion Date 2011 Aviva Restaurant Renovation Albany, Bahamas OCI Associates, Inc. provided mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering design services for an interior renovation of the fine dining restaurant located on the first floor of Albany House in the Bahamas. The Aviva restaurant features a private chef s table and champagne bar with dramatic seaside views. Aviva is exceptionally refined and delivers a new standard of dining and service in The Bahamas for gourmet cuisine and specialty wines. The project was designed under Peacock and Lewis Architects and completed in 2011. Albany s name is inspired by the historic beachside mansion Albany House in the heart of the Bahamas community that now houses a fine dining restaurant and oceanside lounge. Originally owned by French filmmaker and Inspector Gadget creator Jean Chalopin, Albany House made history as the site of two movies, most notably the James Bond 007 film Casino Royale.
MCCOY S BAR & GRILL Greater Orlando Aviation Authority Architect KBJ Architects, Inc. Contractor R.L. Burns, Inc. Renovation & Upgrade Plumbing, Fire Protection, ITS/AV Systems Construction Cost $1.4M Project Size 5,800 SF McCoy s Bar & Grill Orlando International Airport, Orlando Florida OCI Associates, Inc. provided mechanical, electrical and plumbing engineering design services for a 5,800 SF interior renovation project at the McCoy s Bar & Grill restaurant located on the 4th level of the 445-room Hyatt Regency Hotel. The estimated $1,400,000 project underwent major renovations to the entire facility to create more of a new casual tavern feel under the design team of KBJ Architects. The updated restaurant includes new booths, tables, chairs, flooring and window treatments and removal of a portion of one wall created an exhibition kitchen. The design included a new entrance doorway from the hotel lobby, and a new lobby sushi bar called Hiro s Sushi. Construction on the project was completed by R.L. Burns in the Fall of 2012. Completion Date Design Completed in 2012
Walt Disney World Walt Disney World Architect Marty Dorf Renovation Plumbing Construction Cost $5.5M Project Size 15,000 SF Completion Date 1995 CALIFORNIA GRILL Contemporary Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL OCI Associates, Inc. provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a 15,000 SF Renovation to Disney s California Grill in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. The California Grill is an upscale dining experience with a California style and part of the dining experience is the open stage kitchen where you can watch the talented staff prepare the meals. The menu is based on the freshest seasonal ingredients and changes frequently combining the very best of California Fusion cooking and a wide selection of wines from the West Coast. From its location on the 15th floor at the Contemporary Resort, the vibrant charged atmosphere of the restaurant offers spectacular views of the Magic Kingdom, where there is also an observation deck where guests can enjoy the nightly fireworks display from the theme park.
Walt Disney World Walt Disney World Architect Marty Dorf Renovation Plumbing Construction Cost $2M Project Size 15,000 SF Completion Date 1996 CHEF MICKEY S Contemporary Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL OCI Associates, Inc. provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a 15,000 SF Renovation to Disney s Chef Mickey s buffet restaurant at the Contemporary Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida. Chef Mickey s is a character dining experience with a buffet style service complete with everyone s favorite Disney Characters. The restaurant serves breakfast and dinner with a casual and family orientated feel.
Walt Disney World Walt Disney World Architect Morris Architects Renovation Plumbing Construction Cost $750K Project Size 7,000 SF Completion Date 1993 OUTER RIM LOUNGE Contemporary Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL OCI Associates, Inc. provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a project at Disney s Contemporary Resort which involved a renovation of the existing area of the 4th floor of the Grand Canyon Concourse to incorporate a new lounge called the Outer Rim. The original Outer Rim Lounge design was in place from 2000-2008 and became more recently updated. The Contemporary Resort is one of the first resort hotels opened at Walt Disney World back in 1971. The unique features of this 1,007 room resort include the mass transit system of Disney s monorail that runs right through the center of the hotel concourse.
Red Lobster General Mills Restaurants, Inc. Architect SchenkelShultz New Construction RED LOBSTER Restaurants, United States OCI Associates, Inc. provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection engineering design services for over 250 restaurant locations when the national restaurant chain was owned by General Mills Restaurants, Inc. Now owned by Darden Restaurants, Inc., headquartered in Orlando, FL, this franchise is one of the world s largest company-owned and operated restaurant company with more than 1,700 restaurants that include Red Lobster, Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, and Bahama Breeze. Plumbing, Fire Protection, ITS/AV Systems
Olive Garden General Mills Restaurants, Inc. New Construction Plumbing, Fire Protection, IT Systems OLIVE GARDEN Restaurants, United States OCI Associates, Inc. provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection engineering design services for six new restaurants throughout the United States for the national restaurant chain General Mills Restaurants, Inc. Now owned by Darden Restaurants, Inc., headquartered in Orlando, FL, this franchise is one of the world s largest company-owned and operated restaurant company with more than 1,700 restaurants that include Olive Garden, Red Lobster, LongHorn Steakhouse,and Bahama Breeze.
CHURCH STREET STATION FF Station, LLC Architect Rick Swisher Architects New Construction Plumbing Construction Cost $8M Project Size 35,000 SF BANQUET & BALLROOM Church Street Station, Orlando, FL OCI Associates, Inc. provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a new banquet area and ballroom at the original Church Street Station, a tourist entertainment destination in downtown Orlando, Florida built in 1974. The Presidential Ballroom was added in 1994 as a 35,000 SF expansion to the existing buildings. Completion Date 1994
RESTAURANTS China Coast Restaurants, Orlando, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a new restaurant in Orlando, Florida. China Coast Restaurants, Bloomingdale, IL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a new restaurant in Bloomingdale, Illinois EXPERIENCE Brickhouse Tavern + Tap, Orlando, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a new restaurant in Orlando, Florida Brickhouse Tavern + Tap, Tampa, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a new restaurant in Tampa, Florida Joe s Crab Shack, Orlando, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a 12,000 SF $2,500,000 restaurant renovation in Orlando, Florida Les Chef s De France, Disney s Epcot Center, Lake Buena Vista, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a 15,000 SF $5,500,000 restaurant renovation completed in 1997 at the France Pavilion at the Epcot Center in Lake Buena Vista, Florida The Sausage Factory, Pleasure Island, Lake Buena Vista, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a 3,000 SF $400,000 restaurant renovation completed in 1995 at Pleasure Island in Lake Buena Vista, Florida Biergarten Restaurant, Disney s Epcot Center, Lake Buena Vista, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a restaurant renovation at the Germany Pavilion at the Epcot Center in Lake Buena Vista, Florida Captain Cook s Restaurant, Disney s Polynesian Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a 2,000 SF $275,000 restaurant renovation completed in 1992 at the Polynesian Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida
Polynesian Bar, Disney s Polynesian Resort, Lake Buena Vista, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a 3,000 SF renovation completed in 1992 at the Polynesian Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida Ponderosa Steakhouse Restaurant, Branson, MO OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a new 9,000 SF $1,500,000 restaurant steakhouse in Branson, Missouri EXPERIENCE Dubsdread Country Club, Branson, Winter Park, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a 20,000 SF $1,100,000 renovation to the existing clubhouse and restaurant in Winter Park, Florida Asian Chao Restaurant, Multiple Locations, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for new construction of multiple Asian Chao restaurants in Florida and the Mall of America in Minnesota. Restaurant Marrakesh, Disney s Epcot Center, Lake Buena Vista, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for the renovation of a North-African themed restaurant at the African Pavilion at the Epcot Center in Lake Buena Vista, Florida Portobello Restaurant, Downtown Disney, Lake Buena Vista, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a new Italian themed restaurant at Downtown Disney in Lake Buena Vista, Florida Wolfgang Puck s Express, Downtown Disney, Lake Buena Vista, FL OCI Associates, Inc provided complete mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineering design services for a new counter service style restaurant at Downtown Disney in Lake Buena Vista, Florida