PORT OF SEATTLE 
MEMORANDUM 
COMMISSION AGENDA              Item No.      7a 
STAFF BRIEFING            Date of Meeting   August 9, 2016 

DATE:    August 1, 2016 
TO:      Ted Fick, Chief Executive Officer 
FROM:    George England, Program Leader, Aviation Project Management Group 
Michael Ehl, Director, Aviation Operations 
Jeffrey Brown, Director, Aviation Facilities and Capital Programs 
SUBJECT:  2016 Q2 NorthSTAR Program and North Satellite Project Briefing 
SYNOPSIS 
The North Sea-Tac Airport Renovation (NorthSTAR) Program is being planned and delivered in
collaboration with Alaska Airlines to better serve passengers and improve operational efficiency. The 
NorthSTAR program includes four renovation projects. The program, which is a collaborative effort of
the Port and AAG, was defined in a conceptual study prepared by AAG and its consultant in 2011.
Working with this conceptual study, the Port and AAG refined the scope to meet the long-term goals of
both the Port and AAG. In some cases, scope and budget from other parallel capital projects have been
incorporated into the NorthSTAR program to ensure compatibility of design and efficiencies of
construction. The revised scope meets the Airport and AAG goals for improved traveler experience and
customer service. 
The North Satellite (NSAT) Renovations and Expansion project will be constructed in four steps as
follows: 
1.  Preliminary work package 1, previously authorized by the Commission, was advertised for bid
on February 22, 2016 on the North Satellite (NSAT) Renovations and Expansion project and
began construction June 23, 2016. This package reconfigures Alaska Airlines NSAT gates to
accommodate the start of expanding the building. 
2.  Preliminary Work Package 2  relocates major underground utilities and constructs the
foundations for the expanded building. Preliminary work package 2 is at 90% design. 
3.  Phase 1 of the NSAT base building project will complete the building expansion. 
4.  Phase 2 of the NSAT base building project begins at the completion of Phase 1 and renovates the
existing building. 
The Phase 1 and Phase 2 base building design (expansion and renovation) is approximately 75%
designed and continuing toward 90%. The team (Port, Designer, Contractor and AAG) are continually
evaluating and managing the schedule to minimize further delays. 
Port staff working with AAG and the entire project team recently completed a complex and challenging
analysis of how to accommodate increasing the Alaska Boardroom by an additional 3,000 square feet
and increase future leasable space by relocating a mechanical room to the roof. The analysis does
recommend a redesign of the third floor, currently at 85% design, and an increase in the overall project

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budget of $7 million. The team worked diligently to eliminate any delay impacts to the overall project
schedule. The team is also refining the transition of operations and construction from Phase I to Phase II
to ensure 12 to 14 gates can be provided during construction of Phase 2 and to detail out systematic 
work sequencing and phasing to meet this requirement. Workshops have been conducted and the team
is finalizing the final plan. To expedite the redesign staff will proceed with amending AECOM's,
contract within current Commission authorizations. Authorization and approval of this recommended
redesign effort and the final project budget will be requested either with the next required authorization
for the NSAT project or in Q1 2017 when staff will seek final authorization of the MACC and to
execute the contract with Hensel Phelps to construct the project.
BACKGROUND 
The following is a summary of accomplishments, progress, issues, metrics and risks specific to the
NorthSTAR programmatic capital project and each of the four capital construction projects: 
1.  CIP C800544 NorthSTAR Program Management & Controls 
This umbrella project is comprised of cost estimating, cost controls, scheduling and overall
management support for the four capital renovation projects within the NorthSTAR program. 
Accomplishments 
Received additional Program Management authorization on 5/24/16. 
Progress 
Continued update of overall program master schedule with changes to each project schedule in
design/construction 
Issues 
Resolving remaining design decisions and AAG concurrence have budget and schedule
implications. 
Final Sustainable Airport Master Plan (SAMP) recommendations could have implications with
the Main Terminal Improvements (MTI) project. 
Metrics 
Financial performance is reflected in the program budget summary (Supplement A PowerPoint) 
and includes: 
o  Cumulative Spent against Budget  Actual $3.8M; Budget $19.5M 
o  Overall Schedule Progress  Actual 43%; Planned 43% 
o  Cash flow for this reporting period  Actual $193k; Planned $140k 
o  Contingency remaining - Forecast $6.8M; Budget $0.94M (inclusive of Management
Reserve) 
o  Small Contractor Supplier (SCS)  Participation (Program Mgmt.) Actual  23.1%;
Planned 27.0%

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Risks 
Communication and coordination between multiple teams, stakeholders and people 
Maintain baseline schedule agreed to by all stakeholders 
Further budget implications and schedule delays due to Port and AAG decisions 
Current Capital Budget:       $19,514,150 * 
(*Includes program management reserve) 
Scheduled Project Completion:   April 2021 
2.  CIP C800556 NorthSTAR NSAT Renovation & North Satellite Transit System Lobbies 
This project is the largest within the overall program and includes the renovation of NSAT and the
satellite transit system (STS) north loop stations at the Main Terminal, Concourse C, and the North
Satellite. While the renovation of the STS station lobbies is relatively minor in scope, the NSAT
renovation is significant and includes expansion of the NSAT to improve customer service and
provide a balance of holdrooms, concessions, and circulation space to meet the overall program
vision. The NSAT scope includes the removal of all regulated materials, seismic reinforcement of
the NSAT, replacement of all infrastructure systems within the NSAT, expansion of the NSAT by
nine structural bays to accommodate five additional gates, the addition of a rooftop structure for
Alaska Airlines' Boardroom and a destination restaurant, the rebuilding of the NSAT concourse
level interior, and the renovation of non-public support spaces on the ramp and STS levels. The
NSAT scope will also incorporate sustainable building elements and the data and communications
infrastructure to accommodate the anticipated needs of the Port, AAG and the travelling public. 
Accomplishments 
Received Commission approval for $121.2M increased scope and additional authorization for
$6M design and overall project support services. 
Executed Amendment on May 11, 2016 for PWP-1 to commence with construction. 
Construction began on Preliminary Work Package (PWP) 1. 
Received and began review of Preliminary Work Package (PWP) 2  90% submittal. 
Conducted critical Decision Analysis for NSAT 3rd floor plan to accommodate the Signature
Restaurant, Alaska Boardroom and future growth that meets original program requirements that 
increases the budget by $7 million to a revised project capital budget of $538.2 million. 
Interior design concepts and materials approved by AAG and Port. Sr. Management. 
Completed Passenger Facility Charge strategy analysis for NSAT with AV/Finance. 
In Progress 
Working to finalize resolution of AAG 60% design comments and resolve existing holdroom
Level of Service concerns by AAG during construction. 
Awaiting Port and AAG's final approval of refined space layout for Boardroom based upon
Decision Analysis process held June 2016.

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Port, Designer & GC/CM coordinating critical path schedule, discussing contract requirements,
refining bid package scopes of work and finalizing construction phasing in preparation to begin
work for Preliminary Work Package (PWP) 2 and subsequent Base Building packages. 
The transition of operations and construction from Phase I to Phase II is being finalized and a
plan is being developed for acceptance by AAG, the Contractor and Operations. 
Finalizing early procurement of copper wire based on commodity price to achieve cost savings 
Metrics 
Financial performance is reflected in the program budget summary (attachment A) and includes: 
o  Cumulative Spent against Budget  Actual $31.4M; Budget $531.1M 
o  Overall Schedule Progress  Actual 5%; Planned 9% 
o  Cash flow for this reporting period  Actual $6.0M; Planned $3.7M 
o  Contingency remaining Forecast $28.3M; Budget $38.5M 
o  Number of delayed outbound bags  Actual 0; Planned 0 
o  Number of delayed outbound flights  Actual 0; Planned 0 
o  Number of safety hazard report incidences  Actual 0; Planned 0 
o  Number of customer complaints received  Actual 0/mo.; Planned <5/mo. 
o  Construction Change Orders Processed  Actual 0; Planned 0 
o  SCS Participation (Design) Actual 2.1%; Planned 3.3% 
o  SCS Participation (Const) Actual 0%; Planned 6.79%1 
o  SBS Participation (Const) Actual 0%; Planned 38.19%1 
o  WMBE Participation (Const) Actual 0%; Planned 4.65%1 
o  Apprenticeship Utilization  Actual 0% * ; Goal 15% 
1 Represents SCS participation for PWP#1 effort only 
* No information available yet  too early to report 
Issues 
AAG submitted letter identifying issues requiring resolution for concurrence. 
o  Stated requirement for 17 gates during NSAT construction, approval of revised
Boardroom and LOS concerns.
Final definition and agreement required of AAG "betterments" (cost sharing items), including
budget quantification. 
Risks 
The current capital budget of $531.1 million approved by the Commission May 24, 2016 will
increase by an estimated $7 million to a revised total of $538.1 million resulting from the
redesign of the 3rd floor to increase the Alaska boardroom by an additional 3,000 square feet
and future leasable space by relocating the mechanical room to the roof. 
Budget growth due to aggressive construction market and resource availability. 
Ability to implement construction phasing plan and terminal/airside modifications that
minimizes impacts to AAG's level of service, operations, schedule and construction costs. 
Ability to support AAG's continued requests for more detailed analysis while minimizing
impacts to design completion and project schedule.

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Continued analysis of Phase 2 to increase number of operating gates impacts design and
construction. 
Resolution of AAG & Port 60% design comments further increases scope. 
Dropping copper commodity pricing after early purchase reduces potential cost savings 
Current Capital Budget:            $531,102,042 
Estimated Capital Cost at Completion:   $531,102,042 
Estimated Expense Budget:           $11,800,000 
Scheduled Project Completion:          April 2021 
3.  CIP C800547 NorthSTAR Concourse C Vertical Circulation - Complete 
4.  CIP C800545 NorthSTAR Main Terminal Improvements  On Hold 
Current Capital Budget:        $29,200,000 
Scheduled Project Completion:    TBD 
5.  CIP C800555 NorthSTAR Refurbish Baggage System - Complete 
6.  CIP C800554 NorthSTAR Concourse C & D Exterior Stairs - Deleted 
ATTACHMENTS TO THIS BRIEFING 
Attachment A - Quarterly Commission Update PowerPoint 

PREVIOUS COMMISSION ACTIONS OR BRIEFINGS 
North Sea-Tac Airport Renovations (NorthSTAR) (CIP #C800544) 
May 24, 2016  Commission authorized Chief Executive Officer to 1) increase the North
Satellite project scope and budget by $121,219,098 for a revised total budget of $542,902,042; 2)
increase authorization by $6,000,000 for NSAT design and overall project support; 3) amend
service agreements with Jacobs Project Management Company and AECOM; and 4) authorize
the use of port crews and small works contactors to perform work for the project. 
February 23, 2016  NorthSTAR Program status update 
November 24, 2015  NorthSTAR Program status update 
July 14, 2015  NorthSTAR Program status update 
April 28, 2015  NorthSTAR Program status update 
January 27, 2015  NorthSTAR Program status update 
October 28, 2014 - NorthSTAR Program status update. 
August 19, 2014 - NorthSTAR Program status update. 
May 27, 2014  NorthSTAR Program status update. 
January 14, 2014  NorthSTAR Program status update. 
September 24, 2013  NorthSTAR Program status update. 
June 25, 2013 NorthSTAR Program status update.

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April 9, 2013  The Commission authorized the Chief Executive Officer to enter into a project
labor agreement covering the NorthSTAR program's five major construction projects. 
March 26, 2013 NorthSTAR Program status update. 
June 26, 2012  The Commission received a briefing on the status of the Airline Realignment
Program and budget restructuring in association with the NorthSTAR Program. 
April 10 2012  Authorizations for the North Sea-Tac Airport Renovations program for: 1)
preliminary project funding; 2) execution of consulting contracts for design/construction support
services and project management services; and 3) use of Port crews and consultants to conduct
regulated materials management surveys and field support services for preliminary project
planning tasks. 
North Satellite Renovation & North Satellite Transit Station Lobbies (CIP #C800556) 
December 8, 2015  The Commission authorized $98,100,000 for the following: 
o  Additional Pre-Construction services ($1,200,000) 
o  Construction auditing services 
o  Preliminary Construction work 
March 24, 2015  The Commission authorized three NSAT related items: 
o  Expand the baggage handling system increasing the project scope for $14,400,000 and
$1,954,000 to complete the design. 
o  Entering into a developer agreement with Puget Sound Energy and $200,000 in
reimbursement for the design and construction of underground gas infrastructure. 
o  $5,300,000 to 
Prepare four locations to accommodate temporary passenger loading bridges, to
construct temporary construction offices. 
To complete construction of a Satellite Transit System (STS) North loop Dynamic
Display system. 
$600,000 in expense funds for regulated materials management for AAG's tenant
improvement project. 
Approval to use Port crew labor and small works contractors to complete early
project work. 
August 5, 2014  The Commission authorized expansion of the NSAT, $191,323,143 budget
increase, $15,717,800 to complete the design, execute amendments to existing consulting
contracts; execute future consulting contracts and use of and to advertise for General
Contractor/Construction Manager (GC/CM) alternative public works contractor. 
July 22, 2014 - NSAT Expansion Briefing 
April 22 2014  Seattle-Tacoma International Airport Capital Program - Briefing 
January 14, 2014 NSAT expansion briefing. 
May 28, 2013, Commission authorized the execution of separate service agreements for
Construction Management Services and Commissioning Services, of approximate values of $10
million and $1.5 million. 
December 11, 2012  The Commission was briefed on the Vertical Conveyance Modernization
Project Aero Phases 1 and 2 and the possibility of adding the specified elevators and escalators to
the NorthSTAR program.

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July 24, 2012 - Commission authorized $32,000,000 for the design of the NorthSTAR NSAT
Renovation and NSTS Lobbies project. 
April 10, 2012 - The Commission authorized the execution of consultant contracts for design and
construction support services; program management services; and the completion of site surveys
for regulated materials management, for $1,200,000. 
NorthSTAR Concourse C Vertical Circulation Project (CIP #C800547) 
October 22, 2013  Commission authorized $16,145,000 for advertising for bids, executing a
major construction contract, executing a tenant reimbursement agreement with Alaska Air
Group, using Port crews to provide construction services for the Concourse C Vertical
Circulation. 
November 6, 2012  Commission authorized the design for the 1:20 sloped walkways and
elevator(s) at Gates C2, C10-12, and C14 on Concourse C. 
NorthSTAR North Main Terminal Improvements Project (CIP #C800545) 
December 3, 2013  Commission authorized $1,500,000 for preliminary engineering up to 30%
design. 
North Satellite Refurbish Baggage System Project (CIP#C800555) 
September 24, 2013  The Commission authorized staff to: (1) advertise, award, and execute a
major public works contract for the construction of the North Satellite Refurbish Baggage
System Project; and (2) authorize the use of Port crews. 
July12, 2013  The Commission was notified of 1 added scope item and 2 scope items moved
into the scope previously identified as suggested scope. 
November 6, 2012  The Commission authorized staff to prepare design documents and use Port
crews to support site investigation needed to develop the contract documents, for $3,760,000.