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SAISD approves $305,000 change order to replace additional sewer drains at Central Freshman Campus
Summary
At a special meeting, the San Angelo Independent School District Board of Trustees approved a $305,000 change order after crews found more deteriorated drain lines that require about 200 additional feet of tunneling to complete the Oaks sewer-line repair before school starts.
At a special meeting, the San Angelo Independent School District Board of Trustees approved a $305,000 change order to replace additional drain lines tied to the Oaks sewer-line project at the district’s Central Freshman Campus.
The board approved the change order unanimously, 6-0, after district staff said crews discovered deteriorated drain piping that could not be connected to the new floor drains installed under the kitchen. The administration recommended the change order to ensure the project is completed prior to the start of school.
During the March board meeting the district had approved replacement of about 50 feet of sanitary sewer line. District staff reported that during construction they found additional deterioration that requires replacing existing drain lines and about 200 feet of additional tunneling. Precision Plumbing Solutions, the contractor on site, submitted a quote for the extra work. “Total cost for this change order is $305,000. Do you all have any questions over this?” said Henry, a district staff member who presented the item.
Trustees asked clarifying questions about the location of the pipes and whether vents and vertical connections would be replaced if problems were found. Staff said roof vents already tied into the system were solid and would not be replaced unless they encountered connection problems during work.
Trustees also discussed budgeting and procurement approach for future projects. One trustee suggested using a construction manager at risk (CMAR) approach for large bond-funded projects so the contractor would provide a guaranteed maximum price and assume some risk for unforeseen conditions. Board members expressed concern about being good stewards of taxpayer bond dollars and noted the risk of cost increases when working on older buildings. The board also noted consolidation of some programs into central facilities could reduce maintenance costs by allowing the district to abandon older buildings.
Trustee Bridal moved to approve the change order; Trustee Gallegos seconded. The motion passed 6-0. With no public commenters signed up and no other business on the agenda, the board adjourned the special meeting.
