2023 Bond

District Wide Safety and Security Upgrades – Bidding is now underway

As we are preparing and planning to implement many changes to our buildings and campuses, one project that will provide improvements district-wide is addressing our safety and security needs. We are actively in the competitive sealed proposal process with vendors and proposals are due September 5^th. The district has engaged with Leaf Engineers, an engineering firm that delivers a full spectrum of engineering services, encompassing mechanical, electrical, plumbing, commissioning and fire protection, along with advanced technology, AV, and security consulting.The engineer works closely with the district, administrators, key stakeholders and the program manager to understand the safety and security needs on our campuses and how best to ensure any new technology will be a cohesive solution, that will continue to grow with the future needs of our schools. 

Preparing this proposal package included a very detailed process of visiting every location, walking the halls, and mapping out existing functionality while thoroughly addressing any lapses in coverage. Also, creating a new standard footprint so we are ready to implement a consistent design and approach in our new future spaces.

Proposals received will include improvements at the following 
locations/campuses: 

• Huffman Administration Building
• Hargrave High School
• Huffman Middle School
• Huffman Elementary School 
•  Falcon Ridge Elementary School
• Maintenance and DAEP
• Huffman Stadium, Press Box, and Auxiliary buildings

 

Once proposals are received, they will be graded based on the following criteria: pricing, general experience, proposed solution, proposed personnel, quality assurance, subcontractors and in-person interviews. The winning vendor will be presented to the board for approval on September 23rd.

The safety and security projects are expected to begin at the end of September with substantial completion to all locations by mid-April 2025.

Stay tuned as we continue to share insights on Bond initiatives and projects that are progressing forward.

A closer look inside the design charrette?

In our May update we explained what a design charrette is and how important they are to shape the look and feel of our new spaces. After touring other CTE buildings to gather ideas in June, our design charrette took place in July. Key stakeholders gathered over two days to participate in the charrette to focus on the needs and wants of our own CTE Building. Day one is about sharing ideas and feedback, while day two is more focused on fine tuning all of the feedback from day one. Additional adjustments and improvements are implemented and at the end of day two, our CTE center starts to take shape! Although the image below is not final, it is representative of the collaboration and design work taking place. Here is a peek at what the process looked like. A big thank you to all of those who participated and provided crucial feedback and ideas.

Huffman Elementary Re-Roofing Project Begins

You may have noticed lots of activity around Huffman Elementary School as preparation began for the roofing project. Back in April, we engaged with Beam Professionals, a Roof Consultant company, to inspect and assess the roofing needs at Huffman Elementary.  The proposal process started in late May with sealed proposals due by June 17th. We had a total of 12 vendor responses to review and grade. However, in the end, the winner was Argio Roofing & Construction, which was approved by the board on June 24th. We wanted to share some highlights of the roofing process, project milestones, and expected timeline to completion.

During the proposal process and throughout the construction meetings between the district, the architects, the roofing consultant, our program manager, and Argio Roofing, we make it clear that all work performed should minimize any disruption to the school day, bus lanes, and student drop off/pick up lanes.

Mobilization officially began the week of July 30th and substantial completion is expected on October 25th.

Project milestones include:

Stay tuned as we continue to take a closer look at all of the projects that make up our Bond Initiatives.