Our Clients Speak Out
We have introduced our company, highlighted our services and projects
for you in our website, but our clients can tell you more about Bi-State
Fire Protection than we can. We proudly share their comments.
BRINKMANN CONSTRUCTORS
Brinkmann Constructors is well known for delivering a product on time
and under budget, which can also be said true for Bi-State Fire Protection.
We have always found that Bi-State excels when it comes to engineering a
more economical way to complete their scope of work. They are also a
company that fully understands that a project is more successful if the
work is performed in a timely manner. Brinkmann Constructors has worked
with Bi-State Fire Protection for many years, and we look forward in
continuing our relationship with them for years to come.
Daniel J. Feagans
Project Manager
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CLAYCO
At Clayco, we create partnerships with our subcontractors and suppliers that
allow us to deliver the best cost and the highest quality for our clients.
Bi-State is among those we have come to rely on for full service fire
protection. They have an aggressive approach to cost, creative
problem-solving and commitment to quality and a sense of urgency that
matches ours.
Robert G. Clark
President
Bi-State's business philosophy is similar to Clayco's. They have an
aggressive, positive, can-do attitude that is a pleasure to work with.
Bi-State's business approach of managing all phases of their work — in
house shop drawings, pipe fabrication and underground excavation work —
lead Bi-State to better quality control and execution of fast track
schedules.
Steven R. Sieckhaus
Vice President of Operations
I've worked with Bi-State Fire Protection for more than six years. They
are one of the best fire sprinkler contractors in St. Louis. It's a
privilege to work with a company that has so much integrity and honesty.
They always do what they say they will do. We recently worked together on
the CitiPlace III project, and they were an integral part of the Clayco
design and construction team.
They are organized, efficient, responsive and attentive to any project
challenges. They always meet our schedule requirements.
John Sabo
Project Manager
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DUKE CONSTRUCTION
Bi-State has done very well for us and are constantly aware of the
owner's interest. They're conscientious about types of systems that work
best, and they know how to keep our projects on line and on time.
I have watched Bi-State grow over the years, and I think the key to
their success is their organizational ability. They are always on top of
the situation and in place with the proper planning.
Another strength is their communication. Good news, bad news or any
news, they are very up-front and straightforward. Construction bounces up
and down and all around; there are always issues. The communication lines
are open both ways. That's one of the most important things — there are no
surprises with Bi-State
Greg Czarnik
Construction Manager
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H.B.D. CONTRACTING, INC.
A general contractor wants a subcontractor to come on the job and do it
economically and on time - Bi-State does that. I've worked with Bi-State on
various projects for over 25 years, so I know how experienced they are.
However, the Chase was especially challenging. Whenever you renovate a
500,000 square foot building, you run into mountains of varying conditions.
The Chase complex consists of four buildings — the original 11-story Chase
Hotel, built in 1929; the annex; the old Chester building; and the
Khorassan Room, built in 1956. Bi-State designed , fabricated, and
installed a first-class system.
Curt personally kicked off the project. Then his experienced engineers
and designers jumped in and handled everything. They not only gave us
excellent engineering, but they innovated in the field to take care of the
unusual things that were part of this renovation. We were very pleased with
the quality of his field personnel as well as his engineering and office
staff.
Russ Shilt
Executive Vice President
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HUFTON
Bi-State Fire Protection has been a valued affiliate of Hufton Construction,
Inc. for over ten years. During that time, we have experienced a positive
working relationship and open communication on every job. Our experience
has shown that Bi-State excels in both the design and build aspects of fire
protection, and, when dealing with them, one can be assured of a superior
quality product complemented by a high level of personal service.
The fact that The Bi-State Team is extremely conscientious and has a
high degree of integrity makes it easy for Hufton employees to put our
trust in them for all of our full-service fire protection needs. From the
president to the pipe fitters to the office staff, all personnel are
extremely helpful and personable; providing clear direction; quality
service; concise and efficient paperwork; and quick, courteous responses
when questions do arise.
I enjoy working with Bi-State because all their employees are easy to
work with – they work well with other subcontractors, and they are very
helpful during the inspection process.
Jason Provinse
Commercial Project Manager
Bi-State teams are great to work with…I wish all of our subcontractor’s
were as personable, efficient and proficient in their trade.
Harold Lockhart
Residential Project Manger
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KADEAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY, INC.
I can count on Bi-State, and that makes my job easier.
Bi-State's best attribute is that they provide a professional design at
an economical price. For the Lakefront project, Bi-State installed the
rough-in pipe in extremely quick time with a quality effort. That helped
keep us on schedule when we lost a little time during the winter.
The Bi-State Team is professional and knowledgeable, and they are
straight shooters. Their suggestions help me present accurate proposals to
clients. Their designers are efficient and work well with my other
design/build subcontractors. Their foremen are excellent and responsive.
They work directly with me and the local fire authority at job completion
to test the system. They know the local fire marshals, so the last testing
effort usually goes smoothly.
When we get down to the wire, that's when I really need a company like
Bi-State - and they come through for me. We don't forget that.
John Piedimonte
Project Manager
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MCCARTHY
Bi-State was one of a bevy of bidders for the $90 million, Boeing Track
II Ramp Facility project. Bi-State was the low bidder, but I was impressed
that they had thoroughly studied it and were familiar with the demands of
this large, complex facility.
The project will replace the existing Super Hornet F-18 Flight Ramp and
will add 90,000 square-foot of office space attached to the new hangar.
This project is a very technical, complicated undertaking. It's not your
typical fire protection job and requires specialized foam systems because
of the aircraft fuel. There are two 300,000-gallon fire water storage tanks
with four fire pumps, which will be the largest of its kind in the region.
During the initial interview, Bi-State offered value-engineering
recommendations, which we have implemented. Bi-State's been great in
guiding and helping us evaluate the impact of different options so we can
make informed decisions.
Tom Felton
Vice President, Industrial Division
I can't say enough good things about Bi-State Fire Protection. I have
been very impressed with Bi-State's cooperation and coordination on the
Boeing Super Hornet F-18 project.
Many issues on a project of this scope come up, and BiState Fire
Protection has done an outstanding job, offering valuable suggestions on
different ways to do things. Bi-State is just starting the underground
piping portion of the job. Bi-State Fire Protection is very knowledgeable
and takes the initiative to resolve project challenges that come up. If
there is a pricing change, they respond quickly — no having to call
repeatedly to get an answer.
Dan Licari
Senior Project Manager
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PANATTONI CONSTRUCTION, INC.
I’ve worked with Bi-State Fire Protection for over seven years and have
consistently found them to have efficient solutions to every fire
protection need. The professionalism with the Bi-State team, from top to
bottom — office, shop and field, is unmatched for any trade contractor in the
St. Louis Metro area.
When called upon to meet a nearly impossible completion deadline,
Bi-State Fire ‘stepped-up’. After being repeatedly delayed by other trade
contractors, they mobilized a crew of 12 workers to start work at 2 PM,
worked 24 hours without stopping, and obtained approval for occupancy on
schedule protecting a lease for 200,000 SF of warehouse space. Then again,
meeting their commitments is what they do every day.
Mark Kamphoefner
Senior Project Manager
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ROSS & BARUZZINI
I’ve had the pleasure of working with the Bi-State team for many years.
Their staff has always displayed a professional attitude.
Having worked with many sprinkler contractor’s throughout the United
States I can safely state that Bi-State is, in my opinion, one of a handful
of contractors who take pride and ownership of their work. They’re
involvement from project beginning to project end is a true team effort.
I’ve had many opportunities to work with The Bi-State staff on many projects
in and around the St. Louis Metroploitan area. They listen and understand
the engineer’s design concept and offer “value engineering” options for
design team consideration.
Additionally, they react in a timely manner to field design changes.
Drawings and shop drawing submittals are complete, clear, concise and
coordinated with other trades.
It has been and will continue to be a pleasure to have Bi-State as part
of team for our future construction projects.
Andrew R. Nicks Jr.
Senior Designer - Plumbing & Fire
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