Project Description

The City and County of Honolulu (CCH) partnered with Synagro to develop a system to recycle and reuse the biosolids produced in their main wastewater treatment plant, thus providing a model for a closed-loop environmental system. CCH contracted with Synagro to design, build, and operate an in-vessel bioconversion facility located at the Sand Island Wastewater Treatment Plant. The facility consists of an egg-shaped anaerobic digester, centrifuge dewatering, and a heat-drying and palletization facility to produce an Exceptional Quality designated product. The pellets produced provide a natural substitute for synthetic fertilizer to Oahu’s agricultural and landscaping communities.

RAM’s Role

RAM provides consulting services in compliance with industry standards, legal requirements, and project-specific guidelines. RAM’s scope of work includes essential activities to complete the project while ensuring regulatory compliance and professional integrity, such as:

• Reviewing Drawings and Technical Data: Analyzing the provided documentation to ensure compliance with project specifications and standards.
• Assessing Contractor Claims: Evaluating the validity of claims based on the reviewed documentation, including justifications for changes, delays, or additional costs.
• Conducting Comparisons: Comparing the contractor’s submissions with original contracts and project plans to identify discrepancies or unsupported claims.
• Preparing Reports: Documenting findings and providing recommendations based on the analysis for decision-making by project stakeholders.
• Ensuring Compliance: Verifying that all claims align with contractual obligations and relevant regulations.