Running Brushy MS will also be impacted by the following campus-specific bond projects:
Running Brushy Competition Field Artificial Turf
Music Instrument Replacement
School Modernization
Project Scope
Built in 2000, Running Brushy MS 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 equipment, interior finishes and all furnishings that are at the end of the expected service life.
Project Status
- January 2025
Phase 2 construction is underway. Right now, crews are working on modernizing the HVAC system and new ceiling grids are being installed as well as bathroom tile. - August 2024
Construction of Phase 1 is complete as scheduled and demolition is complete for Phase 2. The contractor is going to keep work to a minimum the first three days of school. Portables are ready for Staff and Students. - July 2024
Construction of Phase 1 is progressing as scheduled. Phase 1 classrooms will be turned over to the campus and demo of Phase 2 will start in late July. - February 2024
Planning for three (3) – 6 classroom portables, for a total of 18 classrooms. This will allow the construction to happen year round from June 2024 to August 2025. Portables will be delivered to the site at the beginning of May. - December 2023
At the Dec. 14, 2023 Board meeting, Trustees approved Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) #2 for Running Brushy Middle School’s modernization project. GMP #2 – in the amount of $20,393,889, for a total GMP of $24,700,00 – is for the construction phase of the project. - The plan is to start construction at the end of May, after school lets out for the summer. During the Construction phase, portables will be added to the campus to allow for work to continue throughout the 2024–25 school year.
- The project is currently in the Bidding phase.
- October 2023
At the Oct. 26, 2023 Board meeting, Trustees approved Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) #1 for Running Brushy Middle School’s modernization project. GMP #1, in the amount of $4,306,111, funded equipment, services or materials that must be secured well in advance and early project startup needs.
Design phase is 100% complete. - August 2023
At the Aug. 24, 2023 Board meeting, Trustees approved the architect and construction manager. - June 2023
Design phase started in full. - July 2022
At the July 21, 2022 Board meeting, Trustees approved Bond Oversight Committee’s recommendation to fund the design of the Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system through bond savings.
Project Details
Phase
Design ✓
Permitting & Bidding ✓
Construction
Setup
Move-In
Estimated Timeline
Start: Summer 2024 (Start of Construction phase)
Finish: Summer 2025
Funding Source
Project savings from the 2007 & 2017 bonds
Bond 2023
Estimated Project Budget
$31,898,758
Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) *
- GMP #1: $4,306,111
Approved at Oct. 26, 2023 Board Meeting - GMP #2: $20,393,889
Approved at Dec. 14, 2023 Board Meeting
Total GMP: $24,700,000
* 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
- Prime Designer: MEP Engineering
- Construction: Joeris General Constructors
