We’re proud to feature the minority and women-owned businesses that are part of the Colorado Convention Center Expansion Project, with some Q-and-A with a few of our partner companies:
Rocky Mountain Demolition
Kelly Brogdon, Owner
Q: How long have you been in business?
A: Nearly 22 years. Hensel Phelps was actually our first job, and they assisted Rocky Mountain Demolition with getting started in business 22 years ago.
Q: What is your scope of work on the Colorado Convention Center Expansion Project?
A: Demolition, includes removal of approximately 2.5 million pounds of concrete and demo of structural elements.
Q: Has your contract with the Colorado Convention Expansion Project positively impacted your business? If so, in what ways?
A: Yes. Our work as an MWBE has been spotlighted through this high-profile project.
Q: Were there any challenges that the City and County of Denver or Hensel Phelps assisted you with? If so, what were they and how were the challenges addressed?
A: The assistance was wide and varied. I got help getting up our Certified Payroll.
Dig Studio
Bill Vitek, Principal
Q: How long have you been in business?
A: 9.5 years.
Q: What is your scope of work on the Colorado Convention Center Expansion Project?
A: Landscape architectural design of the streetscape and level 3 outdoor amenity terrace.
Q: Has your contract with the Colorado Convention Expansion Project positively impacted your business? If so, in what ways?
A: Yes, this project has strengthened Dig Studio's working relationships with CCD, HP, and the other sub-consultants on the project, as well as introducing us to new firms.
Q: What is the most helpful method of outreach when pursuing applicable bid packages?
A: One-on-ones with HP is the most helpful method of outreach.
Four Star Drywall
Jose Amaya, Chief Business Development Officer
Q: How long have you been in business?
A: 20+ years.
Q: What is your scope of work on the Colorado Convention Center Expansion Project?
A: Exterior framing, interior framing and drywall.
Q: What is the most helpful method of outreach when pursuing applicable bid packages?
A: One on ones with Hensel Phelps and pre-bid meetings.
Q: What is the best part of being an entrepreneur?
A: The ability to grow and lead a team.
Ralph Martinez Trucking
Dianna Martinez, Owner/President
Q: How long have you been in business?
A: 60 years.
Q: What is your scope of work on the Colorado Convention Center Expansion Project?
A: Trucking.
Q: Has your contract with the Colorado Convention Expansion Project positively impacted your business? If so, in what ways?
A: Yes, it has positively impacted our business. It's always a relief working on State, Federal, or Municipality projects. Also, projects that tend to be lengthier in time seem to create a synergy with all involved.
Q: What is the most helpful method of outreach when pursuing applicable bid packages?
A: M/WBE exchange as well as advertisements.