During the process design, Fluor worked directly with BMW and its suppliers in developing conceptual and detail designs and bid packages for the assembly and second final-finish areas. Fluor provided construction management and served as the general contractor on the project, managing installation contractors through checkout and startup of the process equipment.
General contracting services were provided for paint, body, assembly, dewaxing, and paint mix facilities, as well as the tank farm, administration energy center, and guardhouse. Services included subcontractor management and direct-hire construction of the main building foundations, paint shop basement, and interior underground storm and sanitary systems.
Site roadways, test track, fencing, and parking and shipping facilities were included in the general contracting agreement.