•  Construction
  •  Design/Build
  •  OM & M
  •  Post-Closure Care
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The Design/Build (D/B) approach capitalizes on the knowledge and expertise of our LFG construction team to reduce design costs and ensure a well built and operable system.  The D/B and design/build/operate (D/B/O) options are becoming more popular because of their inherent advantages over the traditional A/E approach.  The principal advantage in many instances is the expedited schedule afforded by these options.  This advantage can be particularly beneficial to landfill owners who require rapid response to LFG odor or migration problems.  In addition, the consolidation of responsibilities in a single contract facilitates the resolution of construction and operations issues.  The all too familiar experience of the operator blaming the contractor blaming the engineer is eliminated.  Furthermore, should the need ever arise to modify or expand the LFG system, a contract vehicle (with the operating arm of the Contractor) is already in place for a cooperative effort to design and construct such modifications or expansion.  This flexibility is particularly relevant for active landfills where ongoing operations can affect the LFG system.  Finally, troubleshooting system operations and meeting performance requirements are enhanced by having the engineer as a permanent member of the D/B/O contractor's team.

Landfill owners and operators like the D/B/O option because they feel that if a one company is required to operate and maintain the LFG following construction, that company will take ownership of the project.

There are several requirements that a contractor should meet to successfully install LFG systems.

• Health and Safety Program in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910,
• Site Specific Health and Safety Plans for each project in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120,
• Field personnel should be certified in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 Medical Monitoring and 40 Hour Health and Safety Training,
• Field personnel should be supplied with Personnel Protective Equipment (PPE) Bags in accordance with OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120,
• Project management should participate in OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 40 Hour Management and Supervisor Training,
• Personnel should be trained and certified in Competent Person Awareness for Trench and Excavation Safety in accordance with OSHA Excavation Standards CFR 1926, Sub-Part P and Title 8, Chapter 4 (Cal OSHA); and maintain an Annual Trench/Excavation Permit pursuant to Labor Code Sections 6500 and 6502 (Cal OSHA) if working in California,
• Commercial General Liability, Automobile, Umbrella Coverage, and Workers Compensation Insurance with an A-Rated carrier,
• Bonding capacity on a project basis with an A-Rated Surety,
• Annually prepare and execute an Affirmative Action Program Plan including Equal Employment Opportunity Policy and Handicapped Persons, Disabled Veterans, and Vietnam-Era Veterans Policy Statements,
• Installed six similar LFG systems in the last two years.
• Fusion technicians should be certified from an appropriate pipe manufacturer or supplier.