School Modernization
Project Scope
Built in 1999, Bagdad Elementary fits the district’s category of a school exceeding 20 years of age and in need of a modernization.
Modernization of an existing facility involves the replacement of major building sub-systems including but not limited to roofing, elevators, air conditioning, lighting, electrical, plumbing, fire protection systems, built-in specialties and playground equipment, interior finishes and furniture that are at the end of the expected service life.
Project Status
- February 2024
At the Feb. 1, 2024 Board meeting, Trustees approved Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) #2 for Bagdad Elementary’s modernization project. GMP #2, in the amount of $13,992,018, for a total GMP of $15,599,999 – for the construction phase of the project. - The design team is working to finalize construction documents. The plan is to start construction at the end of May, after school lets out for the summer.
- October 2023
At the Oct. 26, 2023 Board meeting, Trustees approved Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) #1 for Bagdad Elementary’s modernization project. GMP #1, in the amount of $1,607,981, funded equipment, services or materials that must be secured well in advance and early project startup needs. - August 2023
At the Aug. 24, 2023 Board meeting, Trustees approved the architect and construction manager. - June 2023
Design phase started.
Project Details
Phase
Estimated Timeline
Start: Summer 2024 (Start of Construction phase)
Finish: Summer 2025
Funding Source
Bond 2023
Estimated Project Budget
$21,259,009
Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) *
- GMP #1: $1,607,981
Approved at Oct. 26, 2023 Board Meeting - GMP #2: $13,992,018
Approved at Feb. 1, 2024 Board meeting
Total: $15,599,999
* GMPs cover construction costs only. The total project cost will incorporate design and permitting fees, along with furniture, fixtures and equipment. Additional GMPs are possible.
Note: The actual cost will be listed here upon project completion. Any money leftover from the budget goes into project savings, managed by the Bond Oversight Committee.
Contractors
- Architect: VLK Architects
- Construction: Joeris General Constructors
- Engineer: MEP Engineering