Hillsborough County Public Schools Facilities
Action Item

DATE: Tuesday, March 13, 2007
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

KINGSWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
RENOVATION
APPROVAL OF CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS AND GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

On April 6, 2006, the Board approved the appointment of Carruthers & Associates Architects P.A. for architectural services. On January 16, 2007, the Board appointed the construction management firm of Manhattan Construction Company. The renovation of existing facilities provides for replacement of intercom, fire alarm, heating, ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC) systems, roofing, miscellaneous finishes, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) upgrades, and new freezer and hood in kitchen.

Approval of the guaranteed price will provide a maximum cost for the facility. Project completion is scheduled for December 11, 2007.

ANNUAL DISTRICT GOAL(S) AND CRITICAL SUCCESS FACTOR(S)

Provide adequate school facilities for the accomplishment of all District Goals and Critical Success Factors.

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes)

Construction cost is warranted at $3,300,000. The construction budget is $3,300,000. This item is included in the District Capital Outlay: Community Investment Tax.

EVALUATION

SUBMITTED BY:

J. Thomas Blackwell
General Manager of Construction
(813) 272-4112
Cathy L. Valdes
Chief Facilities Officer
(813) 272-4004
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Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20070313_235 * Section E Item# 6.13a