TESTIMONIALS

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Client Letters

It is a pleasure to write this letter of reference for Fidevia. We have been very impressed with Mr. Cicala’s positive approach which is paired with high expectations and consistent accountability for our contractors. The school board has said how pleased they have been with the decision to hire Fidevia. Our project would have been significantly delayed had it not been for their assistance. Fidevia, and Mr. Dan Cicala, receive my highest recommendation.
Paul B. Eaken, Ed.D., Superintendent
Fleetwood Area School District

I see Dan and his organization to be an invaluable resource to me and the District. He has quickly gained our trust and has demonstrated the utmost integrity in representing the District’s interests. Dan himself has worked to resolve several design issues which has resulted in no cost change orders to the District. I highly recommend Fidevia without hesitation for any construction project that one may be under taking. Fidevia has been with our project from its inception and I am confident that Pequea will be getting a better end product because of the expertise that Dan and Fidevia have brought to the process.
Mark Brooks, Director of Facilities
Pequea Valley School District

I find it a difficult task to explain the merits of Fidevia in a simple letter; as their contribution to the District is invaluable. Fidevia has a unique combination of professionalism, integrity, and unparalleled construction expertise, which are unequaled in the construction industry. I truly feel that Fidevia is part of our team here at the School District of Lancaster and I am looking forward to many years of a successful partnership.
Matthew Przywara, Chief Financial Officer
School District of Lancaster

I consider working with Dan through the reconstruction of Lititz Elementary to be one of the highlights of my career. Dan was willing to work very closely with me to solve problems and to involve my staff, students, and the community to make them feel a part of the entire construction process. I give Dan Cicala and his construction company my highest recommendation and believe you will find working with him to be a highlight of your career and a positive experience for your community. The positive energy and teamwork Dan is able to generate is second to none.
Dr. Joseph Elder, Principal
Warwick School District

You played a critical role in the success of a crucial project for our district, a project in which we are extremely proud, thanks in large part to the efforts of the Fidevia project team. No one recognizes better than our board members that the stakes were high, the timeline impossible, and the expectations daunting. Fidevia responded to our needs with professional, efficient and caring leadership and we can all celebrate the successful completion of a tremendously complicated project.
Hannah J. Bartges, Board President
Manheim Township High School

Without Dan, there is no doubt in my mind that the entire project would have resulted in expensive and extensive litigation. Dan served as the "glue" between everyone that held the entire project together. Dan uses his unique construction/legal expertise to analyze a situation, develop a plan of action, and is dedicated in a professional and relentless manner until he achieves his objective. As a result, the project was completed in a reasonable timeframe with change orders under 2%. I unequivocally can assure you that Dan is a man of unwavering integrity, takes his commitments seriously, and will serve you beyond your expectations. I trust Dan completely and unconditionally recommend him.
Nathan Z. Brachfeld, Administrator/Partner
New York Center for Rehabilitation Care

They have the rare ability to fully represent the District while fostering a positive working environment with the Contractors and the design team. They facilitate problem solving as opposed to simply reporting it. They are completely trustworthy and expect the same from the team.
Craig P. Kimmel, AIA, Partner
Reese Lower Patrick & Scott, LTD.

We have utilized the services of Fidevia for many years, through several building and renovation projects. Mr. Dan Cicala’s construction knowledge, combined with a law degree, makes him an all-around invaluable resource for school construction projects. He and the other members of Fidevia’s staff are trustworthy and demonstrate the willingness to go the extra mile to do whatever it takes to get the job done. It is without hesitation that I recommend Fidevia to your district.
John J. George, Ed.D., Executive Director
Berks County Intermediate Unit

I am pleased to recommend Dan. Having known him on both a personal and professional level I can vouch for his construction management skills and, more importantly, integrity. Every job he does leaves behind a smoothly run project and a satisfied owner. This is attributable to both his education and his own personal sense of equity, even in the often hardscrabble world of construction.
Steven G. Raffuel, Vice President
The Allied Group of Companies

It is with great pleasure that I write this letter of recommendation for Daniel Cicala. He conducts himself professionally, always has the best interest of the district in mind, is very knowledgeable, and has saved us thousands of dollars. No request is too big or too small. Dan presented himself very well, and he capably handled difficult questions and concerns. To select Daniel Cicala for employment would be a prudent decision. He has my highest recommendation.
Patrick Hallock, Ed.D., Superintendent
Pequea Valley School District

With a hard cost in excess of $60,000,000, the project challenges included an out of state architect, extensive building renovations, angry taxpayers, unhappy neighbors, inexperienced Board members and administrators, and a very ambitious construction schedule. During this time, Dan has proven himself as a thoughtful leader, a tactful intermediary, and a person who possesses a vast knowledge of construction practices and contract law. Despite the complexities and contentiousness of this construction project, Dan should be credited with keeping the project on time and within the budget. The fact that the project has been roundly praised as a tremendous success bears this out. He certainly possesses the knowledge, experience, and people skills to ensure the success of any future construction project, no matter how complex or expensive. I give Dan my highest recommendation.
Thomas E. Oblender, D.Ed., Assistant Superintendent (Retired)
Manheim Township School District

The money we paid Dan and his firm was not enough to cover the work that he completed on behalf of WSD. Understand that this construction project was completed in the middle of Lititz, adjacent to the historical zoned area, on a site one block wide by two blocks long with little or no staging area. With his work and effort the project was completed on time (18 months), the school was opened as planned, the adjacent neighbors were very positive of the construction and crews with no major complaints, and the project was completed for less than the original bid prices. I strongly believe that none of this would have happened without Dan’s hard work and the efforts of his staff. Dan came to our meetings telling us he would complete the project on time and at or under budget. I was his biggest skeptic; however, Dan proved me wrong and I can admit that he did exactly as he had promised. Understand this is coming from the one person on the committee who routinely says no to any spending of money.
Bill Rogers, Building and Property Committee Member
Warwick School District

They have watched over our projects very closely, with the District’s interests always a top priority. Fidevia has proven that the value we receive has outpaced the price they charge. They offer everything the larger firms claim to have, but at a much more competitive price. The dedication, the do whatever it takes attitude and the professionalism that Fidevia has shown to me, would have me give them a high recommendation.
Thomas J. Golinsky, Facilities Director
Fleetwood Area School District

I am writing to convey my appreciation to Fidevia for the work they did. Everyone is thrilled with how our building turned out – I have heard such positive feedback from students, staff, faculty, and administrators. They were open and honest, and you could count on what they said to be true. They also seemed very committed to creating a cooperative work environment with the other contractors. Most importantly to me, I felt like Dan and Mark really cared that I was happy with how things were going. They maintained an open dialogue with me, and were able to get everything wrapped up according to schedule. This was crucial, because it allowed me to stay on my own schedule, with furniture deliveries, moving faculty and staff into the building, and starting up classes.
Barbara N. Hatfield, Administrative Manager
School of Education, Millersville University

As principal of Manheim Township High School, I have had firsthand contact and dealings with Dan and his team. Our project is an $80+ million renovation and new construction undertaking; one of the largest and most complex in the state. Dan Cicala deserves an enormous amount of the credit for the success we have achieved. His combined expertise in law (he is a lawyer) and in construction (he has been involved in many very large construction projects) combined with his warm, caring and calm demeanor, has been invaluable and make him a unique person to deal with school projects where the concerns of parents, community members, teachers and students all must be heard and addressed. He is a pleasure to work with and gives you the feeling of confidence that he will do whatever it takes to satisfy his client, to be totally ethical, to meet deadlines and at all times remember that it is the people that are most important.
David L. Hanna, Building Principal
Manheim Township High School

It was clear to all of us how much you enjoy doing what you do. Thank you for giving these future school superintendents a firsthand look at “construction in the raw.”
David M. Rentschler, Ed.D.
Widener University

The knowledge and professionalism of Dan and his staff has aided us throughout each and every aspect of the projects. If you are looking for a Construction Administrator, I highly recommend Fidevia.
David T. Hevener, Buildings and Grounds Supervisor
Warwick School District

As the owner of a full-service construction management and general construction firm with over $150,000,000.00 in currently utilized bonding capacity, I unconditionally support and recommend Dan. Dan is one of the most loyal and professional people that I have met in this industry.
Michael Angeliades, President
M.A. Angeliades, Inc.

It is without reservation that I recommend Mr. Cicala and his firm, Fidevia, to provide your district with construction administration services. Mr. Cicala’s interpersonal skills, competencies, energy, integrity, commitment, and enthusiasm are qualities that make him and his firm a tremendous asset.
John A. Bowden, Business Administrator
Pequea Valley School District

Mr. Cicala is a results oriented construction administrator. In the past Dan has worked very closely with my staff in the coordination of very complex engineering projects at our national land mark buildings. His contacts within the construction industry are invaluable. He has the skills, ability, knowledge and personality to make a significant contribution to any organization. He is a person who takes pride working in a team environment to achieve objectives set forth by the board of directors of Saint Bartholomew's Church. His educational background coupled with interpersonal skills allows him the trust, faith, and commitment of all who have associated with him on a professional and social basis.
Dennis T. Durney, Director of Facilities
Saint Bartholomew's Church

Dan Cicala served as Project Executive/Manager in connection with the General Construction work of a $14,000,000 rehabilitation and new construction of an N.Y.P.D. office and evidence facility complex in Brooklyn, New York. Dan was a one-man operation, single-handedly managing all aspects of the construction (Field and Administrative). Despite numerous obstacles, the project was completed in a timely and professional manner. Dan is a respected, trustworthy, dependable and a responsible individual who you can count on to deliver a finished product.
Khaled Husein, Project Manager
URS

As the retired Assistant Superintendent of Schools for the Montville Township School District I was in charge of building programs. I worked with Mr. Cicala on many occasions. I found him to be honest, a person of integrity, and a man who kept his word during some rather difficult situations. As an administrator with many years of experience, I found Mr. Cicala to be aware of a school district's needs, a person who possesses sensitivity for the needs of children and the program needs. I recommend him to you without reservation.
Clifford M. Keezer, Ed.D.
Montville Township School District, NJ

It has become obvious to me through the countless interactions over the past 12 months that Mr. Cicala is among the highest echelon of his profession. Mr. Cicala is a driven professional whose dedication, insight, common-sense approach, and solid ethical foundation have helped make the impossible a reality in our building. His ability to cut straight to the core of the issue and work out a solution is among the best I have seen. He has done an exceptional job at bringing the most hostile parties to the table to iron out differences. His understanding of the school environment and willingness to go to bat for the needs of the students and adults in the building has helped ease the burden on others throughout each stage of the project.
Brian Troop, Principal
Kissel Hill Elementary School
Warwick School District

It is indeed a pleasure to write a letter of recommendation on behalf of Fidevia. I have found Fidevia to be a highly qualified and professional construction manager. In working with Fidevia, I have found their entire staff to be accommodating, flexible and professional. The technical ability of their field representative, Mr. James Miller, has been unparalleled. Mr. Dan Cicala worked with us “in the trenches” to address and resolve project issues. The office staff has always been friendly and helpful. Fidevia was ally for both the Owner and the Design Team. It is without reservation that I recommend Fidevia for your project needs.
Philip M. Leinbach, AIA, CSI, NCARB, Vice President
AEM Architects, Inc.

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