District plans boiler rebuild after leak compromised burner and gas lines; quote ~ $27,990

District operations staff told the Committee of the Whole that one of the school’s large boilers developed a leak that let water enter the burner and gas supply lines, compromising safety and rendering the unit inoperable. Given the scope of damage, the administration recommended a complete rebuild and modernization of the affected boiler to improve safety and efficiency ahead of colder weather.

Scope and immediate need: staff described the district’s boiler plant as consisting of three large boilers and two smaller ones. The leak affected a large boiler and compromised both burner and gas-supply components; because of natural-gas safety concerns the unit has remained out of service.

Cost estimate and procurement: administration said it requested a proposal from Boris Mechanical, a vendor that has performed past work for the district, and planned to bring the quote to the September board meeting. The presenter said the total estimate for the rebuild work is $27,990.

Alternatives and context: when board members asked about the cost of a full replacement, the presenter said a new boiler could be “hundreds of thousands of dollars,” whereas the rebuild would extend the unit’s useful life and restore safe operation for the coming winter.

Next steps: administration will present the Boris Mechanical quote for board approval at the September meeting; staff said ensuring reliable heating this winter made the timing important.