Capability Statement

Each Project Requires a Specialized Combination of Capabilities

ACI has built the expertise, technical resources, and field experience to handle a wide range of projects across a variety of environments. From archaeological research to field investigation, survey support, shovel testing, documentation, and guidance pertaining to cultural resources, our capabilities allow us to provide clients with the knowledge they need to make informed decisions — every time. Count on ACI to bring the right combination of specialists, methods, and innovative technology to each site, rather than approach all projects the same way.

Our Core Competencies

Phase I, II, and III Archaeological Surveys and Archaeological Monitoring
Historic Properties Surveys and Evaluations
Section 106 Case Study Reports
National Register Nominations
4(f) Documentation
Ground-Penetrating Radar (GPR) Studies
Cemetery Research
NAGPRA Compliance

Archaeological Research

ACI conducts comprehensive research using historic documents, maps, archival records, previous surveys, and other sources to establish the cultural and historical context of a project area. This research helps us identify known resources, assess archaeological potential, and guide field investigations and regulatory compliance.

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Cultural Resource Assessment Surveys

A Cultural Resource Assessment Survey (CRAS) evaluates a project area for archaeological and historic resources that may be affected by development. CRAS investigations typically combine background research, fieldwork, documentation, and resource evaluation to support permitting and compliance with applicable local, state, and federal preservation requirements.

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Phase I Survey

Phase I archaeological surveys are designed to identify previously unknown cultural resources within a project area. Systematic shovel testing allows ACI to examine subsurface soils for artifacts and other evidence of past human activity, helping determine whether archaeological sites are present and whether additional investigations may be warranted.

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Phase II and III Survey

Phase II investigations evaluate identified archaeological sites to determine their significance, integrity, and eligibility for historic preservation. When significant resources cannot be avoided, Phase III investigations may involve more extensive excavation, documentation, and data recovery to preserve important archaeological information before development proceeds.

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Ground-Penetrating Radar

Ground-Penetrating Radar (GPR) is a non-invasive geophysical technology used to identify subsurface features and anomalies without excavation. ACI uses GPR to assist in locating foundations, burials, historic structures, utilities, and other features that may indicate archaeological or cultural resources beneath the ground surface.

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LiDAR Analysis

LiDAR analysis uses high-resolution elevation data to identify subtle landscape features that may not be readily visible from the ground or through traditional aerial imagery. ACI's archaeologists use LiDAR to locate potential historic roads, structures, earthworks, landscape modifications, and other cultural features that can help guide field investigations.

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Site/Resource Identification & Evaluation

Archaeological and historic resources are systematically identified, documented, and evaluated to determine their significance and potential eligibility for local, state, or federal historic registers. This process helps project teams understand cultural resource constraints and make informed decisions regarding avoidance, preservation, mitigation, or further investigation.

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Project Support & Coordination

Archaeological consulting often requires coordination among property owners, developers, engineers, planners, government agencies, and other project stakeholders. ACI's support may include permitting assistance, agency consultation, project scheduling, fieldwork coordination, reporting, compliance documentation, and recommendations designed to keep the project moving while appropriately addressing requirements regarding cultural resources.

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Thorough Investigations, Every Time

ACI Has a Long Track Record of Successful Outcomes

Ground disturbances, permitting requirements, public reviews, unexpected discoveries, and concerns about sensitive cultural resources are all good reasons to bring in ACI to assist with your project. With a range of capabilities and 50 years of experience, we are a trusted name among cultural resource management firms in Florida — and awarded for the detailed work and careful consideration our team brings to the table with each project.

Notable Past Projects

As Florida’s oldest full-service cultural resource management firm, ACI provides extensive experience, knowledge, and familiarity to Florida’s cultural resources and historic properties, with Registered Professional Archaeologists on staff, ensuring the most qualified individuals are performing the work and all professional standards are followed. Explore a few of the clients our staff has worked with — and what we accomplished.

Kennedy Space Center

Site Location Predictive Model, Cultural Resources Management Plan, 1998-2001

Sanibel Lighthouse, City of Sanibel

Historic Structures Survey & National Register Update (2024-current)

City of Sarasota

City wide Predictive Model (2024—current)

US Army Corps of Engineers

Survey of Managed Lands (2017- 2020)

Capability Statement

Each Project Requires a Specialized Combination of Capabilities

Our Core Competencies

Thorough Investigations, Every Time

ACI Has a Long Track Record of Successful Outcomes

Notable Past Projects

Key Clients