PORT OF SEATTLE 
MEMORANDUM 
COMMISSION AGENDA             Item No.      5a 
ACTION ITEM             Date of Meeting    July 10, 2012 

DATE:    June 27, 2012 
TO:     Tay Yoshitani, Chief Executive Officer 
FROM:    Michael Ehl, Director, Airport Operations 
Wayne Grotheer, Director, Aviation Project Management Group 
SUBJECT:  Airline Realignment  Common Use System Emulation (CUSE) at Ticket
Counters, Gates and Seating (CIP #C800473) 
Amount of This Request:  $1,887,000 Source of Funds: Airport Development Fund 
Est. State and Local Taxes: $100,000  Est. Jobs Created: 37 
Est. Total Project Cost:    $2,371,000 
ACTION REQUESTED: 
Request Commission authorization for the Chief Executive Officer to: (1) execute contracts to
buy Common Use System Emulation (CUSE) computer hardware, podium casework, and
holdroom seating; and (2) utilize Port crews for construction of the Airline Realignment  CUSE
at Ticket Counters, Gates and Seating project at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. This
authorization is for $1,887,000 of a total project cost of $2,371,000. 
SYNOPSIS: 
This request provides construction for CUSE and is necessary for the one-time realignment of air
carrier operations in 2012-2013 that has been requested by the airlines located at the Airport. 
Construction will be completed by Port crews in conjunction with small works contractors.
Gates B9 and B11 are currently proprietary gates that are scheduled to be reassigned as Port
gates and need to be converted to a common-use system with the latest processing equipment
and technology. Gate B1 is not currently equipped as a gate and will also be converted to a
common-use gate as part of this project. Gates will receive casework and computer hardware
equipment. Carpeting will be provided as needed where gate podium casework is removed and
new passenger seating will be provided at the common-use gates. In addition, existing ticket
counter positions in the main terminal will be reconfigured to accommodate additional CUSE
positions. Electrical and communications infrastructure will be provided to support the
common-use systems. This project was included in the 2012-2016 capital budget and plan of
finance.

COMMISSION AGENDA 
Tay Yoshitani, Chief Executive Officer 
June 27, 2012 
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BACKGROUND: 
As a productivity and cost-savings program, the Airport has installed CUSE equipment, such as
common gate areas and ticket counters, at several locations in the terminal that can be used
interchangeably by participating airlines. By creating a flexible, common-use environment, 
more airlines are able to use the existing facilities without major capital investment, which helps
hold down their costs. Installation of CUSE equipment also enables the Airport to handle more
passengers and support future growth within the current terminal footprint. As part of Airline
Realignment, once an airline leaves a gate that has airline-specific passenger processing
equipment, this project would replace that equipment with CUSE, thus allowing that gate to be
used by other airlines. 
With ongoing airline consolidation interests and a goal to maximize utilization of our existing
facilities, the Airport is exercising the One-Time Reallocation provision in the current Signatory
Lease & Operating Agreement. The reallocation will require a number of modifications
associated with the airlines that will relocate their gate and ticket counter operations to
effectively operate in their new locations. The realignment was driven by the merger of major
carriers and the consolidation needs of Alaska Airlines necessitating the repositioning of aircraft
gate holdrooms and ticketing positions throughout the Airport. The following airlines are
relocating their gates and/or ticket counters from their existing to new locations under the
provisions of the One-Time Reallocation: Air Tran, Alaska, American, Frontier, Hawaiian,
JetBlue, United Airlines and Virgin America. 
PROJECT JUSTIFICATION: 
Project Objective: 
This project will accommodate the airline relocations by providing common-use passenger
processing and seating at selected gates and ticket counters in the Airport terminal and reduce
airline expenses through more efficient use of resources necessary to manage boarding and
check-in processes. 
PROJECT SCOPE OF WORK AND SCHEDULE: 
Scope of Work: 
This request includes the following elements for Gates B1, B9 and B11 at Concourse B and
ticketing zones 2 and 5 as shown on Attachment A: 
CUSE at Gate Positions 
CUSE at Ticketing Counter Positions
CUSE communication and electrical infrastructure 
Seating for gate lobbies 
Schedule: 
Commission Authorization for Construction            July 2012 
Procure Casework, Hardware & Seating              July 2012 
Construction Start                             August 2012 
Construction Complete                       January 2013

COMMISSION AGENDA 
Tay Yoshitani, Chief Executive Officer 
June 27, 2012 
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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS: 
Budget/Authorization Summary:            Capital      Expense    Total Project 
Original Budget                      $2,371,000          $0     $2,371,000 
Previous Authorizations                  $484,000          $0       $484,000 
Current request for authorization            $1,887,000          $0      $1,887,000 
Total Authorizations, including this request    $2,371,000          $0      $2,371,000 
Remaining budget to be authorized              $0          $0           $0 
Total Estimated Project Cost             $2,371,000          $0     $2,371,000 
Project Cost Breakdown:             This Request   Total Project 
Construction                        $1,559,000    $1,559,000 
Construction Management               $187,000     $187,000 
Design                                $0     $281,000 
Project Management & Other Soft Cost        $25,000     $228,000 
Permitting                            $16,000      $16,000 
State & Local Taxes (estimated)             $100,000     $100,000 
Total                              $1,887,000    $2,371,000 
Budget Status and Source of Funds: 
This project is included in the 2012-2016 Capital Budget and Plan of Finance as a committed 
project within CIP # C800473, CUSE at Ticket Counters/Gates & Seating  Airline
Realignment. The funding source will be the Airport Development Fund. 
Financial Analysis and Summary: 
CIP Category               New/Enhancement 
Project Type                 Renewal & Replacement 
Risk adjusted Discount rate       N/A 
Key risk factors                N/A 
Project cost for analysis          $2,371,000
Business Unit (BU)            Terminal  Airline Equipment 
Effect on business performance     NOI after depreciation will increase 
IRR/NPV               N/A 
CPE Impact               CPE will increase by $.01 in 2013, but no change to
business plan forecast as this project was included.
Lifecycle Costs and Savings: 
Port Information & Communication Technology (ICT) and Aviation Maintenance will not incur
any significant O&M increases associated with this project.

COMMISSION AGENDA 
Tay Yoshitani, Chief Executive Officer 
June 27, 2012 
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STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES: 
This project promotes the Port's business objectives to "Ensure Airport and Seaport Vitality" and
"Be a Catalyst for Regional Transportation Solutions" by realigning Airport users with Airport
resources and improving operational efficiencies throughout the Airport. It also supports the
Century Agenda goal of positioning Puget Sound as a premier international logistics hub. 
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY: 
This project demonstrates environmental sustainability by improving existing Port assets and
better utilizing existing resources. This common-use equipment will facilitate greater utilization
of the ticket counters and Concourse B gates. This reduces the potential environmental impact of
major new construction.
BUSINESS PLAN OBJECTIVES: 
This project supports the Airport's strategic goal of operating a world-class international airport
by anticipating and meeting the needs of our tenants and passengers and by managing our assets
to minimize the long-term total cost of ownership by improving efficiencies. 
TRIPLE BOTTOM LINE SUMMARY: 
This project is being performed at the request of our customer airlines. It will benefit the Airport,
the traveling public, and the environment through consolidating airlines and efficient operations. 
ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED AND THEIR IMPLICATIONS: 
Alternative 1: Construct common-use passenger processing and provide seating in the terminal
to support the airline realignment program. Work includes casework, computer hardware,
electrical and communications infrastructure, carpet patching and seating for the terminal. This
is the recommended alternative. 
Alternative 2: Do nothing. This alternative would cause the gates and ticket counters to be
vacant until another airline installs proprietary equipment. This is not the recommended 
alternative. 
OTHER DOCUMENTS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS REQUEST: 
CUSE at Ticket Counter/Gates and Seating Map  Attachment A 
PREVIOUS COMMISSION ACTIONS OR BRIEFINGS: 
On April 24, 2012, the Port Commission authorized Airline Realignment Tenant Improvements
in the amount of $225,000 for regulated materials management. 
On April 10, 2012, the Port Commission authorized additional budget to enter into a construction
contract for airfield improvements including Exterior Gate Improvements  Airline Realignment
(C800472) 
On March 27, 2012, the Port Commission authorized design and construction of gate B1 and
B11 jet bridges as elements of Passenger Loading Bridge Replacement Project- Airline
Realignment (C800467) in the amount of $1,570,000

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Tay Yoshitani, Chief Executive Officer 
June 27, 2012 
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On January 24, 2012, the Port Commission received a briefing on the Airport Realignment
Program. 
On January 24, 2012, the Port Commission authorized construction of Exterior Gate
Improvements  Airline Realignment (C800472) in the amount of $2,613,000. 
On January 24, 2012, the Port Commission authorized design of Common Use System
Emulation (CUSE) at Ticket Counter/Gates & Seating as part of the Airline Realignment at
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in the amount of $484,000. 
On December 6, 2011, the Port Commission authorized construction of Baggage Handling
System (BHS) improvements- C22 BHS Connection to C1/C1-MK1 Replacement (C800382) at
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in the amount of $3,604,000. 
On December 6, 2011, the Port Commission authorized design of the Miscellaneous Building
Improvements-Airline Realignment project (C800475) at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in
the amount of $1,721,000. 
On December 6, 2011, the Port Commission authorized design of the Airline Tenant
Improvements- Airline Realignment (expense) at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in the
amount of $3,776,000. 
On November 22, 2011, the Port Commission was provided with a verbal preliminary briefing of
December 6, 2011, items with a diagram. 
On September 27, 2011, the Port Commission authorized execution of an IDIQ contract for
Airline Realignment Tenant Improvements and Ticket Counter Design services totaling
$10,000,000.
On September 12, 2011, the Port Commission received a summary briefing on the Airport
Realignment Program at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. 
On June 14, 2011, the Port Commission authorized design of the Exterior Gate Improvements-
Airline Realignment project (C800472) at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in the amount of
$499,000. 
On June 14, 2011, the Port Commission authorized design of the Airport Signage-Airline
Realignment project (C800474) at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport in the amount of
$238,000. 
On March 1, 2011, the Port Commission authorized design and some construction of the
Baggage Handling System (BHS) Improvements - C22 BHS connection to C1/C1-MK1
Replacement /TC3 Replacement (C800382) in the amount of $1,731,000. 
On February 22, 2011, the Port Commission was shown a summary listing of realignment
projects and authorized Planning for Terminal Realignment in the amount of $713,000. 
On February 22, 2011, the Port Commission authorized design and some construction for the
Passenger Loading Bridge Replacement Project - Airline Realignment (C800467) in the amount
of $6,700,000.

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June 27, 2012 
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On January 25, 2011, the Port Commission was given an overview of the airline realignment and
authorized design and construction of the Concourse D Common Use Expansion Project
(C800455) in the amount of $4,250,000. Commission was also briefed on the Airline
Realignment Program as part of this item. 
On September 28, 2010, the Port Commission was given a summary briefing of the upcoming
2011 capital improvement plan that included the airline realignment program elements. 
On June 8, 2010, the Port Commission authorized execution of an IDIQ contract for the
Terminal Development Strategy Campus Planning Services IDIQ in the amount of $1,300,000.