Site conditions development costs

While the cost of bioremediation can vary widely depending on site conditions, the developer estimated the following cost ranges ... 

The end state, as defined in this report, is the final required condition of a building, facility, or site after cleanup is accomplished. It must be known so that receptors and exposure to inhabitants can be defined in the risk assessment. The end state also must be known and specified for a realistic, cost-effective, and timely closure program to be developed. 

If the system is developed in-house there is the obvious cost of the development labor, but even if the system is purchased, staff will have to be committed to requirements analysis, liaison with the system vendor, integration of the system into operations, and in-house system support and maintenance. If the system is modest (based on a small minicomputer or super microcomputer), only the acquisition cost may be significant. If the system is a large one (based on a mainframe or super minicomputer) then the cost of site preparation, air conditioning, cable installation and service contracts will have to be considered. 

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