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Action Item
DATE: Tuesday, August 16, 2011
TO: School Board Members
FROM: MaryEllen Elia, Superintendent
SUBJECT / RECOMMENDATIONS
Approve Acceptance of Project for Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Renovation at Tampa Palms Elementary School
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A previously approved District Five Year Plan provided for renovation of the HVAC system at Tampa Palms Elementary School. On November 3, 2009, the Board appointed the engineering firm of Lyle Engineering Group, Inc. to provide design services. On May 18, 2010, the Board awarded the contract for construction to Walbridge Aldinger Company.  The scope of work provided for renovation of the HVAC system throughout the campus and included replacement of the existing cooling plant with a thermal ice storage system; new air handlers and ductwork; and a new energy management system. The project scope also included replacement of ceilings and lights throughout the majority of the campus, and new intercom and fire alarm systems.

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

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES
• Construct and maintain facilities that create an environment conducive to teaching and learning
FINANCIAL IMPACT (Budgeted:  Yes)
This item was included in the District Capital Outlay: Local Millage.

Contract Status:
Contract Sum: $2,484,000.00
Approved Change Orders: $333,574.88 Credit (See Attachment)
Revised Contract Sum: $2,150,425.12
Payments to Date: $2,005,514.24
Balance Due: $144,910.88
Pre-Purchased Equipment: $328,995.00
Revised Construction Cost: $2,738,255.86

Required Substantial Completion Date: August 15, 2010
Substantial Completion Date: August 13, 2010

EVALUATION
SUBMITTED BY:  Ellis Curry, Project Coordinator
Rory Salimbene   Cathy L. Valdes
General Manager of Construction
(813) 272-4112
  Chief Facilities Officer
(813) 272-4004
    A 6.03
Hillsborough County Public Schools (Florida) * Mtg.#20110816_469 (Board Meeting) * Section A Item# 6.03