Great, you’re hired! What’s next..?
Every project is unique. We know the right questions to ask on the front end to develop a critical path. Below is an overview of a typical commercial cannabis development project.
Steps of a TYPICAL cannabis development project
*Discovery*
Development Team gathers necessary information from client/owner to fulfill scope of work
Planning
Project schedule is created and confirmed by Development Team
*Facility Program*
Schematic Design (SD) is completed in an iterative process between Architect, Civil, Business Owner, and SB SILVA as industry expert design consultant to refine the process and production goals.
*Equipment Selections*
All equipment in the facility is selected, specified, and located on floor plan and a detailed matrix. Budgetary cost estimates included on matrix with performance data/specs so all information is centralized for Development Team to fulfill scope of work.
Engineering
Design Development (DD) and Construction Drawings (CD) phases commence with Approved Floor Plan and Architectural Backgrounds distributed, coordination between Equipment Plan/Equipment Selections and the various trades on the development team.
Submittal/Plan Check
Construction drawings are submitted for plan check review, comments, and plan revisions prior to permit issuance.
Construction
Administration, Construction, and installation of facility equipment and fixtures
Start-Up/Commissioning
Energizing, balancing and tuning of facility process equipment. This critical step ensures everything is properly dialed in before operation.
Operation
Equipment is functioning and facility is operational. Client is able to start business operations.
*This is where SB SILVA thrives and expeditiously coordinates the details for the next several steps.
