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About CMTA
CMTA is a multi-specialty firm that focuses on building systems engineering – designing cost-effective, energy-efficient, high performance buildings. We function as a trusted partner and guide for the owner and design team bringing energy reduction, decarbonization, and health and wellness goals to fruition.
As CMTA strives to improve the built environment, we also invent products, set national goals, and work to transform the market to improve results for everyone. We define our innovative approach to engineering as — Building Science Leadership.
We are Data Driven, and Results Proven. Over the last 20 years, we have collected utility data on our projects, allowing us to continually improve our approach. This database means we design from verified information and not engineering theories, as well as understand how to make these buildings a reality without extra first costs.
1550+ Employees
Office Locations
National Expertise + Local Presence
Consulting Services
MEP Engineering
Zero Energy/Carbon Engineering
Renewable Energy + Sustainability
Engineering
Resilient Design
Technology/Audiovisual Design
Security Infrastructure Design
Acoustic Design
Lighting Design
Performance Contracting
Design-Build + Construction Management Services
Energy as a Service (EaaS)
Commissioning Services
Aviation Expertise
We’ve completed airport/aviation design for clients around the nation using a holistic approach to address maintenance, reliability, and energy efficiency. We understand the importance of designing a space that supports state-of-the-art equipment and technology while focusing on safety and security. Whether designing a new terminal, a lounge renovation, hangar upgrades, or a flight operations facility, strategic collaboration among the design teams, owner, facilities staff, and code officials is key to project success. Due to the intricacies of these spaces, we encourage input from the owner and work directly with equipment suppliers to design systems specific to the owner’s needs.
Select Aviation Clients
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport — KY
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport — KY
Memphis International Airport — TN
Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport — Minneapolis, MN
Hector International Airport — Fargo, ND
Dayton International Airport — Dayton, OH
John F. Kennedy International Airport — Queens, NY
Baltimore-Washington International Airport — Baltimore, MD
Portland International Jetport — Portland, ME
Wolf Point Airport — Wolf Pointe, MT
Columbia Metropolitan Airport — Columbia, SC
Charlotte Douglas International Airport — Charlotte, NC
Elizabeth City State University Aviation School Hangar — Currituck, NC
Fargo Jet Center — Fargo, ND
The Boeing Company — Charleston, ND
Boone National Guard Army Aviation — Frankfort, KY
Blue Grass Airport — Lexington, KY
Monoco Air — Duluth, MN
Dulles International Airport — Dulles, VA
Bill and Hilary Clinton National Airport — Little Rock, AR
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport — Washington, DC
TSA - Transportation Security Administration
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport — San Jose, CA
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport Renovations
Louisville Regional Airport Authority (LRRA) | Louisville, Kentucky
In 2021, the Louisville Regional Airport Authority (LRAA) selected CMTA to execute design and manage construction of terminal improvement projects at their facilities, including the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (LMAIA). As Construction Manager at Risk (CMaR), CMTA is responsible for the design, acquisition, installation, and overall execution of current and future planned improvement projects, including architectural upgrades, energy management, energy conservation measures, and construction reporting services.
LRAA selected CMTA for this important project due to our commitment to cost savings and pricing transparency, and our
track record of proven results in Louisville and throughout the US.
The approach to this multi-phased project was developed to enable the execution of currently designed and owner approved projects, while additional terminal improvement plans are developed and analyzed by LRAA with future work being approved as local and Federal funding allows. The total project cost with all planned work phases is estimated to be between $60M to $100M.
This has involved the following scope of services:
– Developed, reviewed and approved a comprehensive LMAIA MEP and Terminal Improvement (MEP/TI) phasing/task order plan
– Developed phase 1 true guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contract that includes 100% local contractor participation. In addition, current phase anticipates ~22% labor and material disadvantaged business enterprise (DBE) participation which is 120% higher than LRRA’s typical DBE project utilization goal.
– Developed multi phased implementation plan that is currently on schedule.
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Central Generator Plant / Microgrid
– Terminal Tenant Office Renovations
– Terminal Tunnel Renovation
– Terminal Electrical Upgrades
– Terminal K5 and PR Gate Replacement
Continued
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport Renovations
Louisville Regional Airport Authority (LRRA) | Louisville, Kentucky
– Terminal Bag Belt Upgrades
– Terminal Security Checkpoint Addition and Renovation
– Terminal Graphics Addition
– Terminal Customs Office
– Terminal Retail Space Renovation
– Terminal Security Upgrades
– Replacement Bag Belt System
– Runway Lighting Upgrades
– Runway Lighting Assessment
– Roadway Signage Lighting Assessment
– Quick-Turn-Around Rental Car Facility and Parking Modifications
– Rental Car Renovation
– New Observation Waiting Parking Lot
– Airport Operations Center
Geothermal System
As part of this renovation effort, the team designed a geothermal system - the largest of any airport in the US. It includes 648 vertical wells each drilled 500 feet deep
into the earth. The system saves massive amounts of energy by using the earth’s natural temperature to heat in the winter and cool in the summer replacing the need for additional equipment. The HVAC system will increase the amount of outside air that is brought into the terminals and other spaces, which contributes to a healthier and more comfortable environment for travelers and airport staff.
With the geothermal system in place, old systems that require large, loud cooling towers and boilers will be removed, making space for needed future terminal expansion.
The geothermal project will cut carbon emissions by more than 80% and cut heating and cooling operating costs by nearly $400,000 per year. It will use 40% less energy than traditional heating and cooling systems and will require less maintenance over the course of system life. Geothermal systems have a much longer
life expectancy than traditional systems and contribute to a more resilient terminal overall.
Projects at a Glance
Various projects have stemmed from this contract, as noted above. Ranges of these task orders are as follows:
Construction Cost: $1M-$400M
Design Cost: $12,000 - $2M
Completion: Ongoing
Project Type: Renovations
80% Carbon Reduction
40% Energy Reduction vs. Traditional Systems
Enhancing Terminal
Resiliency With 6.75 MW Microgrid
Generator Plant MicroGrid
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport | Louisville, Kentucky
The airport terminal building at LMAIA currently has insufficient generator capacity to operate safely in the event of a complete utility outage. This project will improve the resiliency of the terminal building by providing a centralized generator plant that will allow the entire terminal building to remain operational in the event of complete utility power failure.
The new generator plant has been sized to accomodate current and projected airport loads based on the airport improvement program currently underway. Provisions have been included for additional generation capacity to be added in the future as it becomes necessary. The new generator plant has been designed with resiliency in mind, including resistance to severe storms
as common for the region. Lastly, airport sustainability has also been considered, including photovoltaic (solar) generation, battery energy storage, and microgrid controls.
The scope of work includes:
– Generator Building to be constructed South of existing Main Switchgear Building
– (3) 2.25 MW 15kV Tier 4 Diesel Generator Sets, plus space for (1) Future
– Fuel Tanks sized to provide 72 hours of runtime at 75% rated load
– Integrates new 15kW Generator Paralleling Switchgear with Existing 15kV Switchgear
– Clean Agent Fire Suppression
Systems in 15kV switchgear and generator buildings
Removal of existing generators at Operations Center, Landside, and Airside Terminals
– 500 kW / 1.5MwH Battery Energy Storage System for Demand Reduction
– 80kWDC Photovoltaic (PV) System on East Baggage Building Roof for Carbon Reduction
Project at a Glance
Cost: $18M Est.
Completion: 2026
Project Type: New Construction
Size: 6.75 MW (Expandable to 9 MW)
Power Generation
Delivery Method: Design-Bid-Build
Dulles International Airport New Terminal
The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority | Dulles, Virginia
This project includes a new concourse at Washington Dulles International Airport to replace outdoor boarding areas currently used by regional flights, upgrade aircraft service facilities, and bring new conveniences and amenities to passengers. It will replace gates built in the 1990s at the eastern end of Concourse A, where many regional-flight passengers currently go.
The new Tier-2 Concourse East will be a modern 14-gate facility with convenient access to the airport’s underground Aerotrain system and will include new shops, restaurants, and other customer services. Additionally, it will include the latest aircraft-servicing technologies to accommodate future needs.
The new concourse also meets additional
criteria required by the FAA grant program, including:
– More space for larger seating areas, concessions, airline lounges, ADA-compliant restrooms, and other amenities
– Larger operational areas for servicing aircraft, handling baggage and other airport and airline support functions
– Enhanced sustainability features, including EVs to service aircraft and carry passengers, increased usage of the electric Aerotrain to move passengers to and from the new gates; energy-efficient construction featuring LED lighting, high R-value insulation and high-efficiency climate control systems that will follow LEED Silver building standards.
The project included the implementation of displacement ventilation, a process
that delivers ventilation at the occupant level, as part of the 30% documents. CMTA went above and beyond to employ chiller control and pumping strategies, that were introduced to meet LEED standards, and resulted in effectively reducing the need for heat recovery and expensive heat exchangers. Furthermore, CMTA identified a more efficient and better location for the heating hot water plant, which reduced pump sizes, centralized equipment, and saved construction costs.
Project at a Glance
Cost: $674.7M ($60M HVAC/Plumbing)
Completion: Est. 2026
Project Type: Renovation/Addition
Size: 410,000 SF (300,000 SF addition) LEED Silver Targeted
Extensive
for Terminal Efficiency
Terminal Modernization & Seismic Program
Memphis-Shelby International Airport | Memphis, Tennessee
The Airport is operated by the MemphisShelby County Airport Authority and is the headquarters for the FedEx cargo operation; an important destination for multiple airlines; and home of a state-of-the-art Air National Guard facility.
This multi-phased project focuses on updating the terminal buildings (A,B, and C)—which are nominally 60 years old—to accommodate future demand, improve ADA accessibility, increase energy efficiency, and improve life safety. Encompassing approximately 500,000 SF of terminal area, the renovated facility aims to provide modern amenities and meet the future needs of operations, various airlines, TSA, and other airport stakeholders.
The project scope will expand the face of the building, reconfigure vertical circulation,
reconfigure the ticket lobby, construct a Checked Baggage Inspection System (CBIS), expand the Security Screening Checkpoint (SSCP), construct an employee screening checkpoint, expand bag claim and prepare an area for a future new FIS. The team will focus on minimizing interruptions to operations and the traveler experience during this comprehensive phased renovation. In addition, the project will focus on reducing environmental impacts through sustainability measures. The design team has collaborated to create a sustainable and energy efficient modernization plan for Memphis International Airport. The goal is to enhance the terminal’s usability, safety, and comfort while minimizing costs and environmental impact. Through an integrative design process, we have considered factors such as site design, water use, energy use, material use, and
environmental quality. The intent is to optimize energy consumption and minimize maintenance costs, all within the available budget.
As a result, we reduced the EUI from 193 kBTU/SF to 157 kBTU/SF. We are transitioning from steam to heating hot water to increase efficiency by 30%. Combined with the heat recovery chiller, we are targeting a 991-ton reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. The project is targeting LEED Silver certification.
Project at a Glance
Construction Cost: $950M
Design Cost: $2.2M
Completion: 2027-2028 Est.
Project Type: Renovation Size: 1,000,000 SF
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) Terminal Redevelopment
Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority (MWAA) | Washington, DC
The Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) Terminal 1 and South Area Redevelopment Program is an ambitious initiative designed to modernize the aging 1970s Terminal 1 concourse, creating a more efficient, sustainable, and passenger-friendly facility. The program is structured in two key phases: the Concourse and Apron Replacement and the redevelopment of the Terminal 1 Headhouse. CMTA is providing MEP engineering expertise for this ambitious project.
The project will introduce a two-level, ninegate concourse to accommodate modern ADG-III aircraft. This includes constructing seven new gates, renovating two existing gates, and significantly enhancing public spaces, airline operations, concessions, baggage systems, and utilities. Critical
infrastructure improvements include aircraft ramp systems for hydrant fueling, eGSE charging, and stormwater management. A new Terminal 1 Headhouse will feature a ticketing hall, baggage claims, and a seamless connection to Terminal 2 South.
To support these enhancements, essential enabling projects such as selective demolition, utility upgrades, and temporary facilities will be completed. The program also encompasses updates to the fuel farm, including environmental remediation and replacement of the AFFF system, alongside new support facilities for maintenance, public safety, and snow equipment storage as part of the South Area redevelopment.
Sustainability is at the core of this initiative, aligning with MWAA’s 2020 Sustainability
Plan. The design prioritizes energy and water efficiency, electrification to reduce fossil fuel use, and the reduction of embodied carbon, aiming for LEED or Envision Silver certification. Spanning from 2025 to 2035, this carefully planned, phased program will deliver a state-ofthe-art, sustainable facility that sets a new standard for operational excellence and elevates the airport experience.
Project at a Glance
Completion: 2035 Est.
Cost: $900M
Project Type: Renovation/Addition
Size: 373,155 SF
LEED Silver Targeted
Sized for Future Expansion
Clinton National Airport Terminal Modernization
Little Rock Municipal Airport Commission | Little Rock, Arkansas
The Little Rock Municipal Airport’s longterm plan aims to be a comprehensive expansion and renovation of its 430,000 square foot complex to meet increasing air service demand through 2030. The redevelopment program focuses on modernizing infrastructure and enhancing building performance and sustainability.
Key elements include the construction of a central utility plant, featuring a 750-well geothermal system for enhanced efficiency, which will support the expansion and aim for the reduction in greenhouse gas emissions. To ensure flexibility, this effort will align with the future growth of the new arrivals hall and concourse (including baggage claim and new bag claim devices) and upgraded security checkpoints.
Through the implementation of these sustainable initiatives, the project aims to achieve a 95% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions while also saving approximately $200,000 in annual utility expenses.
Transitioning the existing kitchen to electric equipment would enable the airport to achieve full electrification. The electric systems will substitute traditional combustion equipment, facilitating the incorporation of on-site renewable energy solutions such as solar power.
The central plant project was made possible, in part, by a $17.5 million grant from the FAA’s VALE grant program—the second largest VALE award in history. LIT also received an $8.5 million CPRG grant from the state.
CMTA is providing mechanical engineering services for this project, including design of new geothermal central plant to back-feed the existing airport and future planned renovations/additions.
Projects at a Glance
Construction Cost: $40M
Completion: 2026 Est.
Project Type: Renovations and Expansion Size: 206,987 SF
Renovate and expand terminal facilities – Decarbonization and Electrification – Geothermal Central Plant
TSA Checkpoint Modernization
Richmond International Airport, Capital Region Airport Commission | Richmond, Virginia
Richmond International Airport (RIC) is embarking on a transformative $200 million modernization of its TSA checkpoint facilities—its most significant terminal upgrade in decades. The project will completely re-envision the passenger screening experience, expanding capacity, improving operational efficiency, and elevating comfort for the region’s growing traveler population. As shown in recent commission presentations, the new design introduces a dramatically larger checkpoint hall with increased natural light, improved queuing flow, and modern screening lane configurations intended to reduce wait times and enhance throughput.
CMTA is providing mechanical engineering, electrical engineering and lighting design to support this ambitious terminal
transformation. Our team is designing high-performance building systems that improve resilience, reduce energy consumption, and seamlessly integrate with the facility’s architectural vision. Mechanical systems are being engineered to support expanded passenger volumes while maintaining exceptional indoor air quality and thermal comfort. Electrical and power distribution upgrades will accommodate TSA’s advanced screening technologies, future growth, and mission-critical reliability requirements. CMTA’s lighting designers are contributing to a modernized, passenger-focused environment that enhances visibility, safety, and the overall traveler experience through energy-efficient, controllable lighting solutions.
As part of the airport’s long-range
sustainability goals, CMTA is also advising on renewable and low-carbon energy strategies that can reduce long-term operational costs while supporting regional resilience targets. The modernization of the checkpoint—one of the airport’s most visible public-facing assets—aligns with RIC’s broader commitment to service quality, safety, and modernization as it continues to grow and accommodate increasing demand.
Projects at a Glance
Completion: 2027 Est.
Construction Cost: $200M
Project Type: Renovation Size: 159,000 SF
Rental Car Facility & Hourly Parking Deck
Charlotte Douglas International Airport | Charlotte, North Carolina
CMTA provided the plumbing, mechanical, fire protection, and electrical engineering for this combined project of the Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) new 30,000 squarefoot Customer Service Facility and an adjoining 7-story, 3,500,000 square-foot parking deck.
CLT serves over 50 million passengers per year and is on a track for rapid growth. Airport officials wanted each of the parking decks to extend beyond the bounds of conventional design while focusing on user experience and accommodating future growth. Innovative materials and sophisticated design resulted in unique solutions that addressed the owner’s function, safety, and maintenance needs while preserving the architect’s aesthetic vision.
Project at a Glance Completion: 2017
Construction Cost: $71,187,366
Project Type: New Facility
Size: 30,000 SF Customer Service Center / 3,500,000 SF Parking Deck
Elevate CVG - Terminal Modernization
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport | Hebron, Kentucky
CMTA was proud to be part of the Elevate CVG campaign, a multi-year, $400M terminal redevelopment effort that will transform the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) into a modern, efficient hub for travelers.
As a subconsultant to Corgan and Pasley, our team contributed our expertise in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology to the project’s planning design documents, serving as a critical guide for the design-build teams in the upcoming phase of the redevelopment.
The Elevate CVG project is simple. It seeks to overhaul operational efficiency, enhance passenger experience, and modernize facilities that haven’t seen significant
renovations in decades. The project will breathe new life into the two existing concourses A and B, originally constructed in 1993, which had not undergone any major upgrades since 2012.
A key focus of the redevelopment is the modernization of the Welcome Pointe—the airport’s primary customer-facing area for arriving passengers. This redesign includes new security technology to streamline passenger flow and boost safety.
Additionally, CVG is aiming to create a more welcoming and regionally representative space with artwork and displays that celebrate the Greater Cincinnati area. This sense of place will be woven throughout the terminal, giving travelers a clear
connection to the region as they arrive and depart.
To accommodate this bold change, major mechanical and electrical infrastructure will need to be relocated and expanded. With this, operational efficiencies and maintenance, along with energy efficiency are a primary focus throughout the project.
This ambitious modernization effort, funded through a combination of the airport’s capital budget, general airport revenue bonds, and passenger facility charges, will position CVG as a leader in the aviation industry.
Project at a Glance $400M Terminal Redevelopment
CVG MEP On-Call Services
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport | Hebron, Kentucky
As part of the growing passenger and cargo aviation needs in Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky, CMTA was selected as the prime contract holder for the MEP on-call project at Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG) to implement a host of enabling and remediation jobs for the airport. This project is a key component of the Elevate CVG program, a multi-year redevelopment plan designed to modernize the airport’s infrastructure, boost operational efficiency, and enhance the passenger experience.
Our role as the lead on the MEP on-call project positions us at the heart of this transformation, where we will be responsible for developing the airport’s Utility Master Plan. This crucial master planning effort will inform and support the broader Elevate CVG program, ensuring that CVG’s utility infrastructure is optimized to meet the growing demands of travelers and airlines alike.
In collaboration with a powerful team of national consultants, including Gresham Smith, Prime Engineering, Arora Engineers, and Motz Consulting Engineers, CMTA is in the process of delivering cutting-edge mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), civil, surveying and fueling design services.
Together, we will assess the current infrastructure, plan for future utility needs, and contribute to the modernization efforts that will reshape the airport’s main terminal and concourses.
Our work on this project will also lay the groundwork for several other significant initiatives at CVG, including upgrades to fire alarm and PA systems, the installation of emergency evacuation systems, enhancements to cooling towers and chillers, and the integration of EV charging stations to support sustainability goals.
Additionally, we will provide essential support for the $100M baggage system modernization, a cornerstone of Elevate CVG’s efforts to streamline operations and improve the overall passenger journey.
Being awarded this MEP on-call contract is a testament to our expertise and commitment to delivering innovative, future-forward solutions. We are honored to play such a vital role in shaping the next chapter of CVG’s history, working alongside a renowned team of national experts to ensure that this redevelopment will set a new standard for airports across the country.
Project at a Glance
MEP On-Call Services
Utility Master Plan
Infrastructure Assessments
Baggage System Modernization
Alignment with Elevate CVG Program
Elevate CVG is not just about upgrading an airport—it’s about creating a world-class travel experience. Our contributions to the MEP On-call project will help make that vision a reality, ensuring that CVG continues to thrive as a leading gateway for millions of travelers.
CVG Energy and Sustainability Master Plan
Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport | Hebron, Kentucky
Airports today are challenged to manage safety, operational costs and capacity, reduce environmental risks and liability, ensure employee and customer satisfaction, while demonstrating a commitment to the economic impact, health, and vitality of the communities they serve. As the aviation industry establishes goals for decarbonization, key stakeholders and investors have high expectations for how airports reduce environmental impacts.
To address this challenge, the CVG Airport Authority enlisted the services of Donovan and CMTA to develop an Energy and Sustainability Master Plan. The plan aligns ongoing efforts and models how the CVG Airport Authority can adopt and adapt sustainable actions, innovative technologies and strategies.
This plan contains a comprehensive highlevel set of recommendations to achieve energy reduction, reduce carbon emissions, and water-use reduction, through enhanced land management, vehicle and equipment transitions, and sustainable design and construction practices.
Project at a Glance
Carbon Reduction Road Map
Sustainability Plan
Funding Plan
US Customs FIS Renovation & Concourse D Expansion
Charlotte Douglas International Airport | Charlotte, North Carolina
CMTA has been providing MEP/FP engineering on a continuous basis for this airport for over three decades. Projects range from small upfits to major terminal and concourse expansions and new parking decks.
CMTA recently provided the mechanical, electrical, and fire protection engineering design for the renovation and expansion of the existing U.S. Customs FIS facility and an expansion of the connector area between Concourses C and D. The project comprises the renovation of the existing Concourse D ticketing level and baggage
level. Work in the baggage level includes relocating, renovating, and adding the required custom and border protection spaces, restrooms, baggage claim devices, and altering the overall passenger flow.
The ticketing level work includes new hold rooms, restrooms and corridors. The total area for this expansion/renovation effort is approximately 225,630 square feet.
Project at a Glance
Completion: 2025
Size: 225,630 SF
Project Type: Addition/Renovation
MSP Energy Management Center Replacement
Metropolitan Airports Commission | Minneapolis, Minnesota
The Metropolitan Airports Commission is undertaking a major replacement and expansion of the Energy Management Center (EMC) at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport’s Terminal 1.
Originally constructed in 1960 and expanded over multiple phases, the existing central utility plant is nearing the end of its service life. This modernization project will ensure reliable, energy-efficient heating and cooling for the entire Terminal 1 campus, including terminal buildings, support facilities, and parking structures, while advancing MAC’s aggressive sustainability goals.
Currently in the SD phase, the project will include a full replacement of the existing boilers, chillers, and associated systems
with a hybrid solution that integrates high-efficiency and low-carbon technologies. The work includes comprehensive design services for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology systems, as well as integration with airportwide automation, metering, and sustainability initiatives.
The EMC replacement project is a key component of MAC’s long-term strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 80% and water use per passenger by 15% by 2030, with the ultimate goal of achieving net-zero operations by 2050. The project will incorporate energy modeling, life-cycle cost analysis, and provisions for full system electrification in alignment with regional utility decarbonization targets.
Project at a Glance
Completion: 2030 Est.
Cost: $420M Est.
Project Type: Renovation 80%
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction 15% Water Use Reduction Per Passenger by 2030
Net Zero
Operations by 2050
Hector International Airport Terminal Expansion
Hector International Airport | Fargo, North Dakota
CMTA has worked with Hector International Airport for nearly 30 years. We’ve completed projects varying in size and scope – ranging from food service upgrades to boiler replacements and terminal renovations. Recently, the team evaluated the existing mechanical systems to improve indoor aire quality to mitigate the spread of airborne pathogens.
Main Terminal Expansion
Currently, CMTA is providing MEP and fire protection design services for the main terminal expansion project. Many years in the making, the all-encompassing project expansion includes four additional pages (for a total of nine), a fourth security checkpoint, additional departure lounge spaces, and expanded accommodations for
travelers. Renovations include ticketing/ check-in areas, including self-service kiosks, baggage claim improvements, as well as overall aesthetic and operational efficiency upgrades.
Project at a Glance
Completion: 2027 Est. Size: 86,000 SF Addition; 113,000 SF Renovation
Project Type: Addition/Renovation
San Francisco International Airport | San Francisco, California
CMTA serves the San Francisco International Airport under the architectural design teams of K2A Architects and Hamilton Aitken Architects. Our team provides mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, information technology and audio visual engineering design services. Our scope of work has included a diverse range of renovation projects, site and building surveys, testing procedures and upgrades to existing facilities under $4 million.
Project at a Glance Cost: $4 Million
Project Type: Mechanical, Electrical Plumbing, Fire Protection, and IT/AV
Campus Renovations
Blue Grass Airport | Lexington, Kentucky
This project involved the design and construction of a new 2-story multi-tenant car rental facility. Components of the project include a 5,200 square foot fuel facility, an 8,000 square foot carwash building, a 12,040 square foot maintenance building, and a 7,040 square foot administrative office space.
The scope includes the demolition and restoration of the existing rental car campus, site utilities and provisions for the construction of the new campus, and all mechanical, electrical, plumbing, fire protection, and technology needs for the new facilities.
Other projects completed for the Lexington Blue Grass Airport include:
• Administrative Offices renovation
• ARF Building Study
• Chiller Replacement
• Customs Renovations Study
• Hangar/Office Building Addition
• Rental Car Facility
• Restaurant Renovation
• Roofing Project
• Runway 4/22 Expansion
• Security Upgrade
• ServAir Hangar Renovation
• Smoking Room Addition
• Terminal Renovation (size doubled)
• Vehicle Maintenance Facility/Fueling Station
Project at a Glance
Completion: 2017
Size: 32,280 SF
Cost: $12.4M
Project Type: New Construction
Delivery Method: DBB
Airport Operations Center
Louisville Regional Airport Authority (LRAA) | Louisville, Kentucky
CMTA partnered with the Louisville Regional Airport Authority to design and commission the new state-of-the-art Operations Center and Data Center at Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport. The Operations Center is the most critical location on the airport’s campus, enabling the operations department to administer airfield and facility activity – ensuring the safety of all cargo, its airline partners and the traveling public.
The Command Operations Center is a 24/7 facility that uses various technologies to monitor and control airport access control, parking, flight information, weather, property work orders, airfield status, radio communications, airport public safety, operations, maintenance, and aircraft
radio traffic. Resiliency features include: downtime minimalization, implementation of energy efficiency, and staff safety. The electrical and mechanical system design allow it to be isolated from the rest of the terminal building and remain operational under emergency conditions. Unique circadian lighting design strategies were implemented to increase alertness of operations center employees throughout the day and night. The centralized Building Automation System monitors all HVAC, lighting, fire alarm, fire suppression, and plumbing systems. If any issue arises, staff are automatically notified immediately for a quicker response time to correct any situation. Intercom technology allows staff to be alerted throughout all locations of the space.
Project at a Glance
Completion: 2021
Size: 6,500 SF
Construction Cost: $18,500,000
Design Cost: $200,000
Project Type: New Facility
ATC Tower & Terminal Radar Approach Controls
Southwest Florida International Airport | Fort Meyers, Florida
The new $24 million ATCT and TRACON facility at RSW is approximately 205 feet above grade and has an associated 15,500-square-footn TRACON. The structure of the facilities were designed to resist prescribed blast load at the required stand-off distance from the facility. CMTA provided electrical design for all the exterior site lighting and site conduits for systems to the new facilities.
Project at a Glance
Size: 15,500 SF
Cost: $24 Million
Project Type: Electrical
Signature Flight Executive Flight Terminal
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport | San Jose, California
The 270,000-square-foot project include a 10,000-square-foot executive terminal, office space, hangars and aircraft servicing facilities. Within the FBO terminal is a large and small conference room, crew room, kitchen, locked storage room, passenger lounge, restrooms and showers. On site are seven private hangars with five occupied by Google executives.
The $82 million new development also features ramp space to accommodate large business jets, such as the Boeing Business Jet 737 and Boeing B767. Long term and short term parking with a Signature QTA and 24 hour surveillance. Completed in 2016, the facility is certified LEED® Silver
Project at a Glance
Size: 270,000 SF
Cost: $82 Million
Project Type: Mechanical, Electric, Plumbing, and Fire Protection
NOAA Hangar Renovation & Addition
Lakeland Linder International Airport | Lakeland, Florida
This project within the two-story existing space includes a renovation of the first-floor area that will be used for office space, maintenance support, and a parts room. The second floor renovation features updated workstations, office space, conference room, break room, with a future expansion. Our scope of work also includes mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection design. The NOAA project involves upgrading to a new Foam Fire Protection System to support the existing hangar and the new 46,115 square-foot hangar addition.
Project at a Glance
Size: 46,115 SF
Cost: $12 Million
Project Type: Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Fire Protection
Yokota Air Base Simulator Facility
US Army Core of Engineers | Yokota, Japan
CMTA, along with a joint venture between Woolpert and KZF, designed the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) Osprey Campus at Yokota Air Base. The USACE Japan Engineering District (JED) is the design and construction agent that managed and executed this project.
The Simulator Facility is designed according to the requirements set forth in the Facility Requirements Specification for a Flight Safety Design Simulator with Motion System, as prepared by the Flight Safety International Simulation Systems Division, September 2013 release.
CMTA design services for the 9,100 SF Flight Simulator Facility supporting the crew members of the Osprey aircraft to
conduct required training for both annual and semi-annual events, to support crew upgrade training, and to conduct specific mission rehearsals. A high-bay room is required to support a full-motion simulator. Additional space is required to support the large communications and the uninterrupted power supply (UPS) system dedicated to the simulator.
Other spaces within this facility include maintenance and system storage, office space for both government and contractor personnel, briefing/debriefing room, and a training classroom.
CMTA was the designer of record for Mechanical, Electrical, Lighting, Communication, Audio-visual, Security,
and Technology services. All systems were developed according to DoD Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC) such as the General Building Requirements per UFC 1-200-01, seismic design due to location per UFC 3-310-04, and DoD antiterrorism/force protection requirements per UFC 4-101-01. In addition, the designs adhered to the Osprey Facility Requirements Specification and AFSOC Facilities Requirements Specification.
Project at a Glance
Completion: 2023
Size: 9,100 SF
Cost: $7,900,000
Project Type: New Construction
Delivery Method: Design-Bid-Build
US Army National Guard Aviation Support Facility
USACE, Louisville District | Frankfort, Kentucky
The Boone National Guard Aviation Support Facility is the most energy efficient aviation hangar in the world, operating at 15 kBtu/ sf/yr. The project is Net Zero Ready, and easily achieved LEED Gold, by achieving all 19 points for EA Credit 1 – Energy Optimization, including an exemplary point and regional priority credit for a total of 21 points. The project bid under budget, and the Kentucky National Guard was able to install an 80 kW monocrystalline photovoltaic system. The 80 kW photovoltaic system will offset 20% of the total building energy usage. The building infrastructure is in place to increase the photovoltaic system and allow for 100% energy offset.
A radiant slab heating system was used in the maintenance bays, with ground source
heat pump water heaters for hot water generation. The 90°F hot water heating temperature increased the heat pump efficiency by 20%, operating at a COP of 5.4. High volume, low velocity fans were used for summer time ventilation. The two story administration and operation space is conditioned using an enhanced geothermal HVAC system with dedicated outdoor air unit with energy recovery. All LED lighting was used in the administration space, and high efficiency linear fluorescents in the maintenance bay. A building pressurization test was included in the project requirements, and the maintenance bays passed at an air leakage of 0.19 cfm per square feet of building envelope.
Project at a Glance Completion: 2015
Size: 122,000 SF
Project Type: New Construction
Delivery Method: Design-Bid-Build Awards / Certifications: – LEED Gold
Wright Patterson Air Force Base
US Air Force, USACE Louisville
Dayton, OH
CMTA played a pivotal role in several key projects at the NASIC campus, showcasing expertise in high-performance HVAC systems, mechanical design, and infrastructure modernization.
NASIC Intelligence Production Complex III
CMTA provided expertise on high-performance HVAC systems and cost-effective mechanical design for this new 5-story facility that includes secure space. An Active Chilled Beam System was selected to provide the optimum combination of simplicity, energy performance, cost, and most importantly, substantially fewer operation interruptions due to maintenance. This was especially important since all five floors have restrictive spaces which creates challenges for uncleared maintenance staff. The design ensured minimal maintenance requirements within secure spaces. The Active Chilled Beam will use 40% less energy than UFC minimum.
Rapid Reacting Laboratory
CMTA led a 14,420 SF renovation of research labs in Building 652 at Wright-Patterson AFB to support the AFRL’s Materials and Manufacturing Directorate. The project included upgrades to first-floor labs, second-floor Adhesives and Composites lab, and the conversion of Room G-18 into a high-bay area with a mezzanine for increased space and visibility. CMTA optimized lab layouts, upgraded electrical and telecommunications systems, designed new lighting, and implemented AV displays, NIPRNET, Defense Research network infrastructure, and wireless access points.
Wind Turbine Complex Study
Study to develop options to repair a steam line to address capacity concerns versus a new centralized boiler system.
Steam Line Replacements
CMTA provided a comprehensive solution to reduce energy loss by converting the existing steam lines C and D to natural gas-fired condensing boilers and steam generating boilers.
Component Research Air Facility (CRAF)
CMTA is conducting a study for the Air Force Research Laboratory at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base. The specific facility under review is the Component Research Air Facility (CRAF), a unique site that houses research cells, a robotics lab, a jet engine, and specialized systems for water and sanitary equipment, as well as a one-of-a-kind exhaust system. The study includes a comprehensive analysis of the existing exhaust system, which consists of four turbo exhausters, routing valves, piping, and connections to combustion research equipment. The outcome of the study will provide recommendations for improvements to increase capacity, along with an associated implementation plan.
District Cooling Plant (DCP)
Part of a series of Central Utility Plant projects aimed at expanding and modernizing the NASIC campus while improving the resiliency of its infrastructure, in alignment with ADP guidelines. The 19,000 SF, free-standing DCP features four 675-ton centrifugal chillers, providing N+1 redundancy.
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