Hillsborough County Public Schools Facilities
Action Item

DATE: Tuesday, August 9, 2005
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent

SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS

POTTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL - RENOVATION
APPROVAL OF CHANGE ORDER NO. 3 - $46,519.07 EXTRA
ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECT

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

This project was planned by the architectural firm of Rowe Architects Inc. On March 12, 2002, the Board appointed the construction management firm of Allstate Construction. The scope of work included repair and limited replacement of certain roof angles and gutters, replacement of windows in Buildings 3-9, and repair of windows in Buildings 1-2. All doors and frames in Building 2 were replaced. Campus-wide door hardware was adjusted and made operable. Existing hot water heating system was removed and replaced with electric heating, and air conditioning units were replaced in Buildings 1-9. The domestic water system was replaced from the street connection to all fixture connections. Existing toilet rooms were modified to meet handicap accessibility requirements. The electrical distribution system was replaced and outlets added to classrooms. Parking lot lighting was added and lighting was replaced in Building 2 and Buildings 3-9. Floor finishes were replaced in Building 1 and Buildings 3-9. Stage floor was repaired and refinished. The interior and exterior of the facility was repainted. New fire alarm, intercom, educational television, and telephone systems were provided. New signage was provided campus-wide. The parking lot was modified and expanded to better accommodate parent pickup. Interior courtyards were regraded for better drainage. New construction consisted of a new media center and 12 classrooms.

This change order provides for additional general conditions, library shelving, irrigation, dumpster pad, painting of walkways, soffitts, and face panels, replacement of locksets, window glass and hardware, wall revisions, and drywall patching.

The architect advises that the referenced project is substantially complete in accordance with the plans and specifications and other contract documents and recommends Board acceptance.

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

Critical Success Factor 6.a.8 - Provide sufficient student stations to ensure uninterrupted student learning and data gathering as measured by District Operational Goals plan.

FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted: Yes)

This item is included in the District Capital Outlay: Community Investment Tax.
Contract Status: (See Attachment)
Revised Guaranteed Maximum Price: $2,946,726.14

EVALUATION

SUBMITTED BY:

J. Thomas Blackwell
General Manager of Construction
(813) 272-4112
Cathy L. Valdes
Chief Facilities Officer
(813) 272-4004
6.15b
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20050809_149 * Section E Item# 6.15b