Approve Acceptance of Project for Renovation at Gaither High School

A previously approved District Facilities Five Year Program provided for the renovation of Gaither High School.  On October 20, 2009, the Board appointed the architectural firm of Schenkel & Shultz Incorporated to provide design services.  On July 27, 2010, the Board appointed the construction management firm of Batson-Cook Company.  The renovation of existing facilities included the addition of a new fire sprinkler system; replacement of the roof on areas not recently renovated; new ceilings and wall finishes; replacement of the heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) system with a new energy efficient system; group toilet room renovations; and miscellaneous plumbing, life safety, egress, and handicap accessibility modifications.

The design professional has certified that the referenced project is finally complete in accordance with the plans and specifications and other contract documents and recommends Board acceptance.

This item is included in the District Capital Outlay: Local Millage ($10,395,307) and Certificates of Participation Series (CoPS) 2006 ($5,525,331).

Contract Status:
Guaranteed Maximum Price:  $15,920,638.00
Approved Change Orders:  $3,978,881.54 (See attachment)
Revised Guaranteed Maximum Price:  $11,941,756.46
Payments to Date:  $11,785,622.77
Balance Due:  $156,133.69
Revised Construction Cost:  $15,762,013.38

Required Substantial Completion Date:  August 17, 2012
Substantial Completion Date:  August 17, 2012