Located on 13.8 acres, this 145,000-square-foot metal building became the headquarters for A2MG, a commercial sheet metal and glazing company, and Sellers & Marquis Roofing Co., a commercial roofing company. The building allows the management of the two entities to be under one roof.

The building creates greater capacity and efficiency by having two unique firms working in three trades occupying the same space, working together more closely in the process of design, detailing, fabricating and bidding. This unique "firm" now has the ability to run one contract in all three scopes, assuring the owners and general contractors that they will be responsible for basically the entire building envelope, all under one roof.

The design intent was to showcase A2MG's construction and fabrication capabilities. The space is adorned with stainless steel, exposed steel columns and beams, metal fabrications and detailing unique to A2MG's capabilities as a custom metal fabricator. From the handrails to the stainless steel feature wall, to the "light reflectors" at the steel beams, the interior is a showcase of the contractor's trade. Color was added to enhance the spatial experience and soften the industrial feel.

The majority of the main level is polished concrete, an adaptive reuse of an existing slab. Eighty percent of the building materials can be recycled or are from recycled materials. The entrance canopy has a green roof that can be seen from the stairway to the second level. Bamboo panels define the receptionist's area. Bamboo was placed on top of the steel railing and stair handrails as an added detail and warmth. The bamboo product was selected first because of its sustainability and unique aesthetic qualities and secondly to contrast the concrete, glass and metal surroundings. Indirect fluorescent lighting was utilized throughout, reducing the number of fixtures required to light the space. Also, the majority of the office space lighting is on-demand, controlled by sensors, as you enter and leave the space. Much of the office space is open to the structure above, eliminating ceiling materials. The exposed deck and structure were painted with low- VOC white paint to enhance the reflectivity of the lighting. Low-VOC paint was used throughout the space. The corridor lighting consists of strip fluorescent lighting (T5s), fitted with a custom fabricated metal reflector to provide up-light/reflected lighting. Graphic blasted glass panels provide separation and enhance the open feeling of the space.

A2MG custom fabricated 24-gauge 2B stainless steel canopy fascia in custom red; 0.080-aluminum curtainwall accent panels in custom red; 16-gauge 2B stainless steel exterior feature wall panels with shop-applied custom "Toe-Head" finish; 16-gauge 2B stainless steel interior feature wall panels with shop-applied custom "Toe-Head" finish; and 16-gauge 2B stainless steel faux marble finish applied by hand grinding with shop-applied custom "Toe-Head" finish that was perforated in shop with the CNC Punch Press. In addition to the products from A2MG, the project features 8-mm roll-formed vertical profile panels in a Quartz-Zinc finish from Umicore Building Products Inc.; 22-gauge SP-175 horizontal panels G-90 in Silversmith and 22-gauge panel trim in Silversmith from CENTRIA.

The facility has 121,000 square feet of warehouse, manufacturing, maintenance and fabrication space, along with 24,000 square feet of corporate space on two levels. A2MG products and prowess are on display for all to see and experience firsthand-creative use of materials, coupled with interesting spatial experiences, natural light and color-have enhanced productivity and boosted office morale.

There are no specific projects that we are currently bidding which require MBE/WBE participation, but please submit your information to us because we are always looking to establish relationships with minority and women owned businesses.

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Sellers & Marquis Roofing Co. installs new “Green Roof” on Robert J. Dole Courthouse

After installing a photovoltaic panel over the new roof membrane, members of the Sellers & Marquis Roofing Co. team remove the panel’s release film to expose the pressure-sensitive adhesive.



KANSAS CITY – Sellers & Marquis recently completed the installation of a replacement roof on the Robert J. Dole Courthouse for the United States General Services Administration (GSA). The new roof uses a mix of two clean-energy technologies – a highly reflective “cool roof” membrane and more than 200 solar panels.

The reflective membrane deflects the sun’s rays, keeping the building cooler in the summer and generating less heat for the surrounding area. The roof is also highly insulated, providing an average R-value of 40, where typical roof construction would have R-values of R-15 to R-20.

A total of 5,400 sq ft of solar strips were placed on the roof that will generate about 5% of the building’s electricity. The 22 kW photovoltaic (PV) array system is made of thin-film solar modules that are lightweight and don’t require the roof to be reinforced, as with the older technology crystalline silicon panels that most people envision when they think of solar arrays. “This solar roof is one of the first of its kind in the Kansas City area,” noted Mike Pierce, President of Sellers & Marquis Roofing Co. “The PV panels are shipped in rolls, and you just roll them out and stick them down – right to the new roof membrane.”

Funds for the project came from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act. Because this is a demonstration project, a display in the lobby informs building occupants of the power being generated by the system. The energy information is also available at: www.deckmonitoring.com/dole_courthouse

In addition, here is a link to a video about the roof: http://www.gsa.gov/Portal/gsa/ep/contentView.do?contentType=GSA_BASIC&contentId=29007

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Current Opportunities for Minority Subcontractors

Sellers & Marquis is currently accepting bids from Minority/Women Business Enterprise Firms to perform as subcontractors or suppliers for the Glass and Glazing Bid Package and the Roofing Bid Package for the PATIENT AND CARE TOWER – SHELL AND CORE PACKAGE, PROJECT NUMBER: CO070093, in Columbia MO. The bid date is March 11, at 1:30 p.m. Documents are available from DocuCopy, LLC – phone 573-814-1700 or they may be viewed online at www.cf.missouri.edu/pdc.



Drawings, specifications, and other related contract information may be obtained at DocuCopy, LLC, 3334 Brown Station Road, Columbia, Missouri 65202, telephone (573) 814-1700. One set of Drawings and Specifications will be provided for $350 of which 50% is refundable. Two $175 checks are required, made payable to DocuCopy, LLC (mailing costs will be C.O.D.). Drawings and specifications issued with a deposit are the property of the Owner and shall be returned complete and in good condition. The Owner will refund $175 to contractors who return drawings and specifications in good condition acceptable to the Owner within fourteen (14) calendar days after the opening of the bids. Additional sets of Drawings and Specifications may be obtained for the cost of reproduction and shipping (if applicable) payable to DocuCopy, LLC and is non-refundable. Electronic Bid Sets are available at no cost. Drawings and specifications may be viewed online at www.cf.missouri.edu/pdc. This page offers links to “Advertisements: Bids/Proposals”, “Advertisements: Planholders List” and “Projects: Recently Opened Bids/Proposals.” You may also place your order for paper or electronic bid sets to DocuCopy, LLC from “Advertisements: Bids/Proposals.” Questions should be directed to the office of Planning, Design & Construction at (573) 882-2228.

KANSAS CITY - The Missouri Department of Economic Development (DED) has announced approval of a total of $501,253 in state tax credits for two Kansas City businesses under the Enhanced Enterprise Zone (EEZ) program to assist in the creation of 100 new jobs and new investment of more than $4.6 million.

A2MG has been approved for $347,157 in EEZ tax credits over a five-year period for the creation of 65 new jobs and new investment of $3,440,000 at 8601 E US Highway 40. The business operations will be manufacturing.

Sellers & Marquis Roofing Co., has been approved for $154,096 in EEZ tax credits over a five-year period for the creation of 35 new jobs and new investment of $1,180,000. The business operations will be construction.

"The Enhanced Enterprise Zone program has proven to be a vital economic development tool that continues to play a leading role in Missouri‘s ongoing economic rebound," Missouri Department of Economic Development Director David Kerr said. "DED is pleased to utilize this program to assist Kansas City’s economic development efforts."

The Enhanced Enterprise Zone program was implemented in 2004. Enhanced enterprise zones are specified geographic areas designated by local governments and certified by the Department of Economic Development. Zone designation is based on certain demographic criteria, the potential to create sustainable jobs in a targeted industry and a demonstrated impact on local cluster development.

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KANSAS CITY - A2MG, Inc. and Sellers & Marquis Roofing Co. have recently moved into their new facility located at 8601 E US Highway 40. The previously existing building has been completely renovated with a new facade and new office space.

The 145,000 sq ft facility is located on 13.8 acres and includes 25,000 sq ft of first class office space. Another approximately 100,000 sq ft is allocated to the companies' fabrication shops and warehouse space. In addition, due to the large amount of motorized equipment utilized by each company, the building also houses a full service maintenance shop.

The companies employ approximately 200 people and anticipate adding another 100 over the next 5 years. Both companies are in the field of non-residential construction - A2MG provides
Architectural Glass and Metal, while Sellers & Marquis provides Roofing. The combined scopes of work allow the companies to provide one point of contact for the entire exterior skin of a building.

"We have added new equipment," said owner, Jerry Schaefer, "and with our increased production capabilities we intend to expand our presence as a Single Source Subcontractor, both in the Midwest Region and Nationally."

Recent local projects include JE Dunn Headquarters Building, Federal Reserve Bank, Kansas City Chiefs Training Facility, Blue Springs High School and US Post Office Bulk Mail Facility.

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