On November 9, 2006, the Board appointed Ranon & Partners, Inc. Architects and Ellis Construction Company, Inc. to provide design and construction management services for the Classroom and Field House Addition and Remodel at Armwood High School. On September 18, 2007, the Board approved the amendment of the existing agreements with the architect and construction manager to include the recently funded renovation project. The renovation of existing facilities includes correction of code and safety deficiencies; roof replacement; replacement of data, closed circuit television (CCTV), fire alarm, intercom and heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; new signage, ceiling tiles, lighting and flooring; repair or replacement of damaged casework; upgrades to existing electrical and security systems; interior repainting; repair, cleaning and sealing of exterior brick, and repainting of other exterior surfaces; restroom and kitchen renovations; new stadium lighting and sound systems; new playcourts; replacement of auditorium seating; and limited replacement of instructional aids.

The renovation is being planned in phases to accomplish the majority of the work during summer breaks and reduce the need for temporary portable classrooms. Phase 1 includes cleaning and sealing of the building exterior, and replacement of the roof, the central chiller plant, and the football field lighting and sound system. Phase 1 completion is scheduled for August 11, 2008.

Approval of the guaranteed maximum price will establish the cost for Phase I of the project.

Construction cost for Phase 1 is warranted at $3,907,199. The total construction budget for all phases of the renovation is $26,315,224. This item is included in the District Capital Outlay: 2 Mill.