Case History - Federal Building
Workstations
After the choice is made for free-standing or system furniture, managers,
supervisors, and staff should confer to determine workstation requirements
which can be communicated to the designers and procurement staff. Issues for
consideration include adequate space for equipment, storage (including personal
property), resource materials, supplies, lighting, airflow, interactions with other
staff and supervisors.
Access points for telephone and data cabling within the structure may
significantly impact workstation design and location of floor plates.
Office Environment
Involve all staff in the process of selection of such items as color and
materials for chairs, workstations, carpet, and wall treatments. Try to show
samples or mockups of proposed workstations. Provide an open house for staff
and family members prior to relocation to encourage a positive attitude toward
the impending changes.
Provide information on parking and public
transportation at the new site.
Budget Busters - Minimize unanticipated costs
All procurements should include the costs of delivery, unpacking, assembly,
and installation.
Site access for you and your contractors, deliveries, and installers may be
restricted by GSA and project managers. This may require that your access be
limited to non-standard work hours. Additional charges may accrue for all
adjustments required in this situation. Know the rules of access before you
contract for materials, equipment, and services. Expect day-to-day changes to
facilitate GSA and the general contractor's scheduling needs. Do not expect
your needs to be their priority. Do not readily accept responsibility for
unexpected charges due to changes in agreed upon hours of access.
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