B7.09 - Approve Acceptance of Project for Referendum (Year 1) Project at Woodbridge Elementary School (Operations Division)

The District's referendum advertisement provided for heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) and lift station replacements at Woodbridge Elementary School.  On February 5, 2019, District staff selected BAL Engineering, Inc. and Gilbane Building Company to provide design and construction management services, respectively, through a selection committee.  Award was made based upon the score granted by the selection committee.  Due to the magnitude of the scope of work, this project was divided into two phases.

The design professional has certified that the work is now fully complete in accordance with the plans and specifications and other contract documents and recommends Board Acceptance.

The major HVAC equipment (2 chillers) had exceeded their life expectancy, had become unreliable and caused discomfort in the learning environment.  Equipment was replaced to improve student comfort and the reliability of the schools HVAC system.

Antiquated equipment generated an excessive amount of Maintenance Requests (MR's) which created unpleasant learning conditions.

Completion of a major mechanical project resulting in energy-efficient HVAC systems and enhancing the student experience on campus to facilitate learning at Woodbridge Elementary School.

* Establish a strong foundation of financial stewardship

* Demonstrate "best practices" in all aspects of safety: student, employee, visitor, facility, transportation, and health

* Construct and maintain facilities that create an environment conducive to teaching and learning

Approve the Acceptance of the referendum project at Woodbridge Elementary School.

Carin Hunt, Project Administrator, carin.hunt@hcps.net, (813) 272-4112

This item is available in the Sales Tax Referendum fund.

Contract Status:
Guaranteed Maximum Price: $1,756,918.00
Approved Change Orders:  $559,207.43  Credit (See Attachment)
Revised Guaranteed Maximum Price: $1,197,710.57
Payments to Date:  $1,178,264.69
Balance Due:  $19,445.88
Revised Construction Cost:  $1,397,225.57
 
Required Substantial Completion Date:  August 1, 2019
Substantial Completion Date:  August 1, 2019